How to Tint Plastic Boat Windshields

Many boats have plastic windshields to protect the driver and the passengers from the elements and from flying insects. One thing a windshield does not do is protect the driver from the harsh ultraviolet rays of the sun, which reflect off the water and cause a blinding effect. Tinting the plastic windshield on your boat is a fairly simple process. Just be sure you use a spray tint, as film will not adhere properly to the surface of the windshield.

Instructions

1

Clean the exterior surface of the window with window cleaner and wipe dry with a soft cloth. Remove any dirt or build-up from the surface to produce a clean finish.

2

Apply painter's tape around the windshield to create a 2- to 3-inch-wide border.

3

Shake the can of tint spray vigorously for one to two minutes to mix the contents thoroughly.

4

Apply an even coat of tint spray over the entire surface of the windshield. Avoid holding the can in one spot for any length of time, as this can produce a puddle. Allow the tint spray to dry for two hours.

5

Remove painter's tape from around the windshield.