How to remove a sun-protection film from a window?

What is self-adhesive, what is sunscreen - they practically do not differ in the way they are glued. But if everything is clear with sticking, here's how to remove the sun-protection film from the window, you need to think about it. But why think, if you can read this article, which contains all the necessary information? Effective and quick ways to remove adhesive decor or protection can be found in this article.

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Self-adhesive window film - material features

At the moment, there are a large number of types of self-adhesive film for any type of objects and surfaces: car, furniture, walls in absolutely any room, even in the bathroom and in the kitchen. What unites these materials is the fact that during the manufacture the technology of adhesive tape is used, which combines the qualities of wallpaper and adhesive tape.

Using a self-adhesive film, you can not only apply a variety of design solutions. This material has a huge number of advantages, namely:

• moisture resistant;
• resistance to high temperatures up to 80 degrees;
• a wide variety of not only textures, but also drawings;
• relatively low cost;
• ease of use;
• easy care of the glued surface.

But that is why, if you need to remove a self-adhesive film from furniture or any other object, many problems arise, because it is tightly connected to the surface.

Important! The distinctive features of such a self-adhesive film include the fact that it can be applied to absolutely any surface, for example: wood, glass, plastic, metal, cork, plywood, ceramic tile, drywall.

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Proper removal of sunscreen

Over time, you may get bored with the drawing or the colors, and then you want to renew your interior again, and you will face a question: how to remove the self-adhesive film, and not damage the surface on which it was applied?

The self-adhesive film, which is also sunscreen, is an incredibly strong material, and it is precisely because of its durability that it has earned so much popularity.

Important! It is not recommended to paint it, because the coloring agents will not lie flat on the surface. Sticking a new layer on top of the old one is also not the best and most convenient option.

Definitely need to remove the self-adhesive film. Such means and methods will help you remove the sun-protection film from the window or decorative self-adhesive film from the furniture.

Option 1

Try hot water right away. Thoroughly wet the surface, and after a few minutes you can begin to peel off the film, helping with some flat sharp object, for example, a spatula or a knife.

Important! Carefully ensure that the surface on which the film was applied is not damaged.

Option 2

In the event that the option with hot water did not have the desired result, the material “sits” on the surface like a glove, a hairdryer will help remove the sun-protection film from the window. The thing is that the film needs to be warmed up properly so that all the glue detaches from one or another surface.

Important! You can also use an ordinary household hairdryer, with which you dry your hair, although it is best to take an industrial hairdryer, because it is more powerful and can provide heating of a sufficiently large area.

Option 3

In addition to the hairdryer, you can also use a heater-fan, set it to maximum power and direct it to the surface from which you want to remove the self-adhesive film. As soon as the material softens and begins to lag, pry one of the corners and begin to gently pull the layer towards you until it is completely separated.

Important! All residual glue on the surface can be eliminated with a solvent, alcohol or gasoline. It all depends on the material of which the surface itself is made.

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Film sticking process

One unique difficulty that may arise during the work with this material is the need to level the surface glued with a film. You will have to carefully eliminate absolutely all defects, as well as irregularities, otherwise - over time, the film may go bubbles, and some places will begin to exfoliate.

But directly sticking a film is an activity quite simple and does not require any special skills. All you need for this is patience, very little time, a reliable assistant in case you stick a large surface, as well as the following devices:

• pencil;
• ruler;
• mounting knife;
• scissors;
• a spatula made of felt or a special spatula;
• industrial dryer.

Important! Pay attention to the fact that: it is necessary to warm thoroughly with a building hair dryer the entire perimeter of the glued film is necessary, and not just the corners and joints of the glued surface.

The preparatory phase of the work is to prepare the surface, as well as properly cut the film:

1. Thoroughly clean the surface.
2. Then degrease with alcohol or gasoline, and dry.

Important! The most convenient base for applying the film is a smooth surface that has a varnish coating. If the surface is matte, as well as rough, it is better to cover it with polyester or primer varnish. You can replace it with methyl glue, which is used for wallpaper.

3. Correctly cut the film into parts of the required size, the centimeter grid applied on the back will help you. Mark this grid, and leave a margin of a few centimeters, cut it with scissors or a special knife.

Important! This procedure has its own characteristics, depending on its drawing. For example, if the pattern on the film is stylized as a tile, cut it better at its seams. In the event that you apply a pattern with rapport, cut along the front side.

Different surfaces

The surface, which is made of wood, fabric, plywood, particleboard, plaster, must be wiped, and also cleaned of dust, various particles of material. If there is such a need, use a putty, as well as an acrylic primer. This can ensure a good fastening of the film for a sufficiently long time.

In case you plan to paste over a glass or metal surface, then slightly moisten the base.

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In which rooms is it allowed to use?

As already mentioned above, the self-adhesive film is not afraid of moisture, as well as high temperatures, and during maintenance it is completely unpretentious. That is why it can be used in the decoration of absolutely any room, as well as furniture in these rooms, it can even be used on household appliances.

Kitchen

In the kitchen, especially if you live in a private house, a self-adhesive film will serve you not only as an update to the interior as often as you see fit and without too much extra cost. It will also help keep the interior clean and tidy.As a rule, it is kitchen surfaces that are often quite dirty and deteriorate during use. The easiest way to fix this is with a self-adhesive film.

Bathroom

If we talk about the bathroom and toilet, pasting with self-adhesive film is also the optimal solution. This material will protect the walls from moisture and splashes from soapy water, which can easily be wiped from a glued surface.

Children's hall

Then you know how much trouble their great love for art brings on absolutely any surface. It is much easier to erase traces of paint or felt-tip pens from a self-adhesive film than from wallpaper or fabric wall upholstery. In any case, you can re-stick the film, which will cost you absolutely inexpensively.

At its core, self-adhesive film is an excellent material in a children's room, and it does not matter how old your child is, whether he goes to kindergarten or already to school, he will always be pleased to be in a bright room.

Important! If you decide to use a film in order to paste over interior objects, for example, chests of drawers, tables, chairs, cabinets, then the modern range of colors and drawings of this material will help you to update the whole appearance of the room, and even completely change its style.

Useful advice

When choosing a film, pay attention to what surfaces you will use it for. For example:

• if you use it for antique furniture, transparent self-adhesive is suitable, which will perfectly help get rid of various scuffs and small scratches, without changing the color and structure of the tree;
• For glass, mosaic patterns are perfect.

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Properly care for self-adhesive film

Regular care of such a surface is very easy - warm water and any detergent will help. But it is undesirable to use cleaning powdered substances, as well as solvents, because they damage both the structure of the film and its shade. In the event that the contamination is sufficiently persistent, use ethyl alcohol.

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As you can see, self-adhesive film is an excellent helper and protector of any surfaces in your home. We hope that with such a simple technique you will be able to bring originality to the interior of your apartment and it will always be interesting, cozy and easy.