I'm having my windows tinted (by professionals) and was wondering if there was such thing as a tax credit/write off for Ontario residents who choose to take steps to improving energy efficiency etc... in their homes.
ThanksCan you claim Residential Window tinting on income tax in Ontario?
If it is your rental property, the answer is yes.
If it is your personal residence, the answer is no. It is considered a home improvement and it can't be claimed.Can you claim Residential Window tinting on income tax in Ontario?
not if it is your own personal home
Thursday, January 12, 2012
Does the window tinting law in California only apply to the front part of the vehicle?
Limit in california is 70%, but does the only mean the front windshield and the 2 front windows, or for every window.Does the window tinting law in California only apply to the front part of the vehicle?
Technically, the windshield and front windows cannot have any tint at all. Even aftermarket light tint. However, most poilice will not write a fix it ticket if it is lightly tinted, but if they are looking to hassle you then you are fair game.
The limit is 50% in the years 2012 - 2014 and 60% in 2016. All windows get the sun, so all will need to reflect the heat. It will be interesting to see how the figure out how to make a coating that will not block radio signals so GPS, cell phones, and auto pass devices continue to work.Does the window tinting law in California only apply to the front part of the vehicle?
Yes, the window tinting law only applies to front driver and front passenger side of the window.
Only the top 6" of the windshield can be tinted. The 70% is the driver and Passenger windows. The back 2 and rear window can be 100%Does the window tinting law in California only apply to the front part of the vehicle?
the windshield cannot be tinted at all, but the the 2 front windows can have a light tint.
the back windows can be 100%
yes
Technically, the windshield and front windows cannot have any tint at all. Even aftermarket light tint. However, most poilice will not write a fix it ticket if it is lightly tinted, but if they are looking to hassle you then you are fair game.
The limit is 50% in the years 2012 - 2014 and 60% in 2016. All windows get the sun, so all will need to reflect the heat. It will be interesting to see how the figure out how to make a coating that will not block radio signals so GPS, cell phones, and auto pass devices continue to work.Does the window tinting law in California only apply to the front part of the vehicle?
Yes, the window tinting law only applies to front driver and front passenger side of the window.
Only the top 6" of the windshield can be tinted. The 70% is the driver and Passenger windows. The back 2 and rear window can be 100%Does the window tinting law in California only apply to the front part of the vehicle?
the windshield cannot be tinted at all, but the the 2 front windows can have a light tint.
the back windows can be 100%
yes
Window tinting or film on floor to ceiling windows?
i'm prepping for the summer heat that will pour in through all this glass that covers the whole west exposure of the home. i can't afford expensive window treatments. is there a window tinting or film available or some other inexpensive solution? (half of the glass is sliding glass doors and they're all double pane). thanks.Window tinting or film on floor to ceiling windows?
You can use window film but it is time consuming to do it correctly, depending on the area you are covering window film could get expensive. A possible solution is using simple (inexpensive) semi transparent window curtains (cost of the rod may be more than the fabric). The curtain solution would be a simple fix until you can afford what you really want.Window tinting or film on floor to ceiling windows?
Unless you plant fast growing trees I doubt you'll find an "inexpensive" solution. There are films to apply on glass but are far from cheap. Roman shades or most ANY kind of curtain would help. Use what you CAN afford.
You can use window film but it is time consuming to do it correctly, depending on the area you are covering window film could get expensive. A possible solution is using simple (inexpensive) semi transparent window curtains (cost of the rod may be more than the fabric). The curtain solution would be a simple fix until you can afford what you really want.Window tinting or film on floor to ceiling windows?
Unless you plant fast growing trees I doubt you'll find an "inexpensive" solution. There are films to apply on glass but are far from cheap. Roman shades or most ANY kind of curtain would help. Use what you CAN afford.
Does anyone know what percentage the window tinting needs to be in texas?
i'm looking to tint my windows, but i want to know how dark can i go in the front windows and on the back. i want 2 percent on the back but im not sure whats legal on the front. thanx in advanceDoes anyone know what percentage the window tinting needs to be in texas?
http://iwfa.com/iwfa/Consumer_Info/auto_鈥?/a>
http://www.tintlaws.com/about.html
These sites have the latest tint laws for your state.
Make sure you invest in a film that will never turn purple. Minimum get a High Performance film (HP) - -if you really like your ride go with a low reflective metal film or ceramic film at the higher end. The ceramic films , like Pinnacle won't interfere with cell phones , GPS etc etc.
Find these providers at http://www.formulaone.comDoes anyone know what percentage the window tinting needs to be in texas?
On the sides you have to allow 25% of light in and on the back you can go as dark a you want
http://iwfa.com/iwfa/Consumer_Info/auto_鈥?/a>
http://www.tintlaws.com/about.html
These sites have the latest tint laws for your state.
Make sure you invest in a film that will never turn purple. Minimum get a High Performance film (HP) - -if you really like your ride go with a low reflective metal film or ceramic film at the higher end. The ceramic films , like Pinnacle won't interfere with cell phones , GPS etc etc.
Find these providers at http://www.formulaone.comDoes anyone know what percentage the window tinting needs to be in texas?
On the sides you have to allow 25% of light in and on the back you can go as dark a you want
Removing old window tinting film from home windows?
The house was build in 78 and the windows were tinted , it looks like some kind of film. Some of the film has gotten very streaky, bubbly and just plain ugly- windows just look dirty. There must be a way to remove the film without having to buy new windows- can anyone help me? Thanks!!!Removing old window tinting film from home windows?
I have cleaned a lot of windows in my day. If the tint is as old as the house it may be hard to take off, or it may be brittle and rather easy. Either way it is going to take a little elbow grease. Razor blades is the answer to your question. Find strait edge razor blades with a handle for easy use. You can find them just about anywhere. Walmart, or any building supply store. Take and scrape the old tint off. you can start anywhere on the window you wish. Like I said it may take some elbow grease, once you get it all off wash with window cleaner and you should get the results you are looking for.Removing old window tinting film from home windows?
It's actually pretty easy, but rather messy, but removing old window film is definitely something you can do.
You will need several razor blades, a good, amoniated glass cleaner, and lots of paper towels.
Start by using the razor to get behind the film, and start pulling the film off the glass. It may or may not come off in a big piece, but don't be surprised if it tears often and comes off in small sections. GO EASY when pulling. If you're too aggressive about this stage, you could crack your glass. Don't rush %26amp; you'll have no worries.
Generally speaking, once the film is off, the adhesive will remain on the glass. This is where more razor blades, the glass cleaner, and paper towels come in.
Saturate a portion of the window with the glass cleaner. Let it set just a minute or two, and use the razor blade to remove the softened adhesive. The adhesive often gets kind of snotty %26amp; gross, just keep wiping the goop off the blade and onto the paper towel/s.
Repeat the process in the next section of window until no more adhesive remains. Don't be afraid to change out razor blades on a regular basis. Doing so helps keep you from scratching the glass with a chewed up blade. Once the adhevsive is gone, give the pane one filal wash with glass cleaner and paper towels.
It's not a hard process, just boring and redundant and can be a little messy.
Good luck.Removing old window tinting film from home windows?
Fill a spray bottle with ammonia. Spray ammonia on tinted side of window,you might want to Put a towel under the window due to the possible drips. The next step you need heat. If your window is in the sun your in luck! Take a black trash bag,cut to fit window,after you spray the amonia apply the trash bag to window and smooth out. The amonia should allow the bag to stick. Leave alone for about an hour. The heat from the black and the amonia to loosen the old adhesive,it should peel rigth off. use the ammonia again to clean off axcess residue.If your window is in the shade try a hair dryer but still use the black to keep the amonia from evaporating.pick a part
I have cleaned a lot of windows in my day. If the tint is as old as the house it may be hard to take off, or it may be brittle and rather easy. Either way it is going to take a little elbow grease. Razor blades is the answer to your question. Find strait edge razor blades with a handle for easy use. You can find them just about anywhere. Walmart, or any building supply store. Take and scrape the old tint off. you can start anywhere on the window you wish. Like I said it may take some elbow grease, once you get it all off wash with window cleaner and you should get the results you are looking for.Removing old window tinting film from home windows?
It's actually pretty easy, but rather messy, but removing old window film is definitely something you can do.
You will need several razor blades, a good, amoniated glass cleaner, and lots of paper towels.
Start by using the razor to get behind the film, and start pulling the film off the glass. It may or may not come off in a big piece, but don't be surprised if it tears often and comes off in small sections. GO EASY when pulling. If you're too aggressive about this stage, you could crack your glass. Don't rush %26amp; you'll have no worries.
Generally speaking, once the film is off, the adhesive will remain on the glass. This is where more razor blades, the glass cleaner, and paper towels come in.
Saturate a portion of the window with the glass cleaner. Let it set just a minute or two, and use the razor blade to remove the softened adhesive. The adhesive often gets kind of snotty %26amp; gross, just keep wiping the goop off the blade and onto the paper towel/s.
Repeat the process in the next section of window until no more adhesive remains. Don't be afraid to change out razor blades on a regular basis. Doing so helps keep you from scratching the glass with a chewed up blade. Once the adhevsive is gone, give the pane one filal wash with glass cleaner and paper towels.
It's not a hard process, just boring and redundant and can be a little messy.
Good luck.Removing old window tinting film from home windows?
Fill a spray bottle with ammonia. Spray ammonia on tinted side of window,you might want to Put a towel under the window due to the possible drips. The next step you need heat. If your window is in the sun your in luck! Take a black trash bag,cut to fit window,after you spray the amonia apply the trash bag to window and smooth out. The amonia should allow the bag to stick. Leave alone for about an hour. The heat from the black and the amonia to loosen the old adhesive,it should peel rigth off. use the ammonia again to clean off axcess residue.If your window is in the shade try a hair dryer but still use the black to keep the amonia from evaporating.
Sunday, January 8, 2012
What's the best way to remove window tinting?
My car has tint in it and I'd like to remove it myself without having all the hassle of leaving it and the bubbles obstruct my vision in my windows. And I'd like to know how to do it myself without having to pay for the removal.|||There are a few different methods, but here's one from a website I found:
1. Roughly cut two black garbage bags into the shape of your window. Spray the outside of your window with soapy water, then cover it with one of the black trash bags. Smooth out the plastic, try to leave no bubbles or pockets of air.
2. Protect all inside surfaces near the window with a tarp: speakers, rear light, and upholstered surfaces, then spray the entire window film with undiluted ammonia. Undiluted ammonia has a strong smell. It is recommended that you hold your breath or wear a face mask. Ammonia fumes can be harmful and different individuals will respond differently to exposure to the fumes.
3. While the ammonia is still wet, trap the ammonia against the window tint with your other trash bag or plastic wrap. Park your car with the window with the tint you鈥檙e trying to remove facing the sun for an hour or so, to soften the tint鈥檚 adhesive. You can accelarate the process with the hairdryer, just set it to high temperature and high fan speed and heat all the window thoroughly. Be careful though, as you鈥檙e heating much quicker then just the sun, you鈥檒l need to add more moisture. Most window tint is constructed of multiple layers of film. When left under the hot sun, the black garbage bags will absorb the heat, helping the window tin film to peel off in one piece.
4. Begin to peel of the tint film. You can use your fingernails or a razor to start peeling off the film from the corner of the window. Be careful not to cut the defroster lines. Keep spraying with the ammonia to keep the film moiseter. Use a razor blade to scrape off any of the leftover tint.
5. Remove any residual adhesive with ammonia and very fine steel wool (if it鈥檚 too coarse it can scratch your glass or break your defroster/antenna lines), then wipe the surface with a cloth or paper towel before it dries. Remove the exterior trash bag, and clean the window thoroughly with glass cleaner.
Hope that helps mate.
-Aidan.|||i love easy answers like this one at your local auto parts store you can find a window scraper for only a cpl bucks and it even comes with a box of replacement blades this will remove all the tint and the glue residue at the same time have fun|||using a hair dryer might work, just go slow. 3M makes a general purpose adhesive remover, will melt any adhesive, and not hurt your paint, or interior. also use new razor blades, if they are used, they can get a nick in them that will scratch your glass.|||They make a solution to remove the glue that remains after you peel off the film. I think you still need to use a razor blade and scrape it off.
I don't think I used the solution when I did it years ago. I used a razor blade and some chemicals I had.|||heat it and start pelling it off.. but it will leave the glue there|||Single edge razor blades and ammonia.
Be cautious around defroster and antenna lines.|||Tint places use heat such as a hair dryer and then ammonia to clean up excess sticky|||Try scraping it off with razor blade.
1. Roughly cut two black garbage bags into the shape of your window. Spray the outside of your window with soapy water, then cover it with one of the black trash bags. Smooth out the plastic, try to leave no bubbles or pockets of air.
2. Protect all inside surfaces near the window with a tarp: speakers, rear light, and upholstered surfaces, then spray the entire window film with undiluted ammonia. Undiluted ammonia has a strong smell. It is recommended that you hold your breath or wear a face mask. Ammonia fumes can be harmful and different individuals will respond differently to exposure to the fumes.
3. While the ammonia is still wet, trap the ammonia against the window tint with your other trash bag or plastic wrap. Park your car with the window with the tint you鈥檙e trying to remove facing the sun for an hour or so, to soften the tint鈥檚 adhesive. You can accelarate the process with the hairdryer, just set it to high temperature and high fan speed and heat all the window thoroughly. Be careful though, as you鈥檙e heating much quicker then just the sun, you鈥檒l need to add more moisture. Most window tint is constructed of multiple layers of film. When left under the hot sun, the black garbage bags will absorb the heat, helping the window tin film to peel off in one piece.
4. Begin to peel of the tint film. You can use your fingernails or a razor to start peeling off the film from the corner of the window. Be careful not to cut the defroster lines. Keep spraying with the ammonia to keep the film moiseter. Use a razor blade to scrape off any of the leftover tint.
5. Remove any residual adhesive with ammonia and very fine steel wool (if it鈥檚 too coarse it can scratch your glass or break your defroster/antenna lines), then wipe the surface with a cloth or paper towel before it dries. Remove the exterior trash bag, and clean the window thoroughly with glass cleaner.
Hope that helps mate.
-Aidan.|||i love easy answers like this one at your local auto parts store you can find a window scraper for only a cpl bucks and it even comes with a box of replacement blades this will remove all the tint and the glue residue at the same time have fun|||using a hair dryer might work, just go slow. 3M makes a general purpose adhesive remover, will melt any adhesive, and not hurt your paint, or interior. also use new razor blades, if they are used, they can get a nick in them that will scratch your glass.|||They make a solution to remove the glue that remains after you peel off the film. I think you still need to use a razor blade and scrape it off.
I don't think I used the solution when I did it years ago. I used a razor blade and some chemicals I had.|||heat it and start pelling it off.. but it will leave the glue there|||Single edge razor blades and ammonia.
Be cautious around defroster and antenna lines.|||Tint places use heat such as a hair dryer and then ammonia to clean up excess sticky|||Try scraping it off with razor blade.
Step by step guide for DIY window tinting?
DIY = Do It Your self. For those of you who don't know..
Anyways. Want to tint my own windows, But don't want any of those unsightly bubbles i see on some cars..
Special guide, or tips and tricks? Thanks.|||Following the directions on the box is usually the thing that people screw up.
The windows have to be clean. I don't mean "I can't see any dirt on it clean". I mean clean like "Birds are going to fly through it clean". Use a razor, use ammonia, use your brother, but get it clean.
Pre-size your cuts on the outside of the car so they're manageable.
Apply the tint inside the garage. You need light, but not direct sunlight. It heats up the windows and you'll get bubbles.
Don't rush. You get more than one shot when putting it on. The more time you spend getting it right, the longer it will last. Keep it moist with the soap solution.|||There should be instructions with the 'tint'. My advice to you is to do it when you are in the mood. Don't try to get it done in a hurry. And if you start to feel aggervated...stop. It is a project to be done when you aren't pressed for time. And when you feel like spending the time doing it. Otherwise it'll come out looking like crap.|||I dont really reccommend doing it yourself, most DIY tints dont have a life longer than 2 years because they wont guarantee it, as it isnt being installed by a professional, i suggest getting it done by a professional with metal tint that has a life of 5-10 years
Anyways. Want to tint my own windows, But don't want any of those unsightly bubbles i see on some cars..
Special guide, or tips and tricks? Thanks.|||Following the directions on the box is usually the thing that people screw up.
The windows have to be clean. I don't mean "I can't see any dirt on it clean". I mean clean like "Birds are going to fly through it clean". Use a razor, use ammonia, use your brother, but get it clean.
Pre-size your cuts on the outside of the car so they're manageable.
Apply the tint inside the garage. You need light, but not direct sunlight. It heats up the windows and you'll get bubbles.
Don't rush. You get more than one shot when putting it on. The more time you spend getting it right, the longer it will last. Keep it moist with the soap solution.|||There should be instructions with the 'tint'. My advice to you is to do it when you are in the mood. Don't try to get it done in a hurry. And if you start to feel aggervated...stop. It is a project to be done when you aren't pressed for time. And when you feel like spending the time doing it. Otherwise it'll come out looking like crap.|||I dont really reccommend doing it yourself, most DIY tints dont have a life longer than 2 years because they wont guarantee it, as it isnt being installed by a professional, i suggest getting it done by a professional with metal tint that has a life of 5-10 years
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