Automotive tinting specifics
Application Solution
The application solution is the spray of water and surfactant used to wet the glass and film during installation, allowing the film to be slid into position before the adhesive bonds.
Application solution recipes vary by workshop. Common formulations are de-ionised water with a few drops of baby shampoo or a proprietary surfactant. The pH is mild so it does not affect the adhesive chemistry.
Using tap water can leave mineral deposits trapped under the film. We use de-ionised water for every install to avoid mineral haze, especially under direct sunlight where it is most visible.
The application solution evaporates and outgases through the film over the cure period (3–10 days), during which small water pockets are normal.