Installation, warranty & care
IPA Final Wipe
IPA (isopropyl alcohol) final wipe is the last cleaning step on the glass surface immediately before film application, removing any residual contamination missed by earlier cleaning.
Isopropyl alcohol evaporates without residue, making it the standard final-wipe solvent for premium installations. We use 70% IPA on a clean microfibre, with a single-direction wipe pattern.
The IPA wipe happens after standard glass cleaning, just before the film application solution is sprayed. Any film of residue from the cleaner is removed by the IPA.
Skipping this step is common in budget shops. The resulting installations often show hazy patches or adhesive failure within months — symptoms of imperfect glass prep.