How to Install Anti-Reflective Film Sheets from Diamond Coatings

How to Install Anti-Reflective Film Sheets from Diamond Coatings

Have you ever wondered how to achieve crystal-clear visuals and reduce annoying reflections on your displays, windows, or touch panels? Diamond Coatings’ high-performance anti-reflective film, specifically our AR1617 product, offers an incredible solution.

To ensure you get the best performance from our film, we’ve created an easy-to-follow instructional video. But for those who like a written guide, here’s a step-by-step procedure to help you achieve a flawless application.

Before You Begin: Gathering Your Tools

To make the application process as smooth as possible, ensure you have these essential items ready:

• A squeegee: This will be your primary tool for smoothing the film.
• Clean towels: For drying and wiping away excess moisture.
• Protective gloves: To handle the film without leaving fingerprints and to protect your hands from the cleaning solution.
• A spray bottle: Filled with a mixture of liquid detergent and water (a small amount of detergent is sufficient).

The Installation Procedure: A Step-by-Step Guide

Follow these steps carefully to ensure your AR film is applied correctly and effectively:

1. Thorough Surface Cleaning: The first and most crucial step is to meticulously clean the surface where the AR film will be applied. Any smudges, dust, or debris trapped under the film will be visible and can compromise its optical performance. Use your preferred cleaning solution to ensure the window or display is spotless and dry.
2. Wet the Application Surface: Once the surface is clean, use your spray bottle to generously soak it with the water and liquid detergent mixture. This soapy water layer is vital as it allows the film to slide around on the surface, giving you time to position it perfectly. Don’t be shy with the spray – you can’t use too much!
3. Prepare the AR Film (Adhesive Side): Carefully peel back the protective film from the adhesive side of the AR film. If you’re unsure which side is the adhesive, gently peel back a small corner and lightly feel the low-tack area with a gloved finger. As you peel, immediately spray the adhesive side of the AR film with a generous amount of your detergent-water mixture. This prevents the adhesive from drying out and helps with repositioning.
4. Apply and Position the Film: With both the application surface and the adhesive side of the film thoroughly wet, carefully take your soaked AR film and apply it to the desired area. The film will be able to slide around on the wet surface, giving you precious time to ensure it is positioned precisely and correctly. Take your time during this critical step for perfect alignment.
5. Squeegee Out the Moisture: Once the film is perfectly positioned, use your squeegee to begin expelling the excess water and air bubbles. Start from the centre of the film and work your way outwards in a cross pattern. Then, using those initial lines as a guide, continue pushing the water out from the centre towards the edges. While we’ve sped this part up in our video, it’s essential to take your time here, working slowly and methodically to ensure the film is applied correctly and is bubble-free.
6. Dry and Repeat as Necessary: After the initial squeegeeing, dry off the area around the film to remove any excess moisture. It’s common for some moisture and small bubbles to remain. Repeat the squeegeeing process as many times as necessary until you are confident the film is completely moisture and bubble-free. For optimal results, we recommend repeating the squeegeeing process an hour after the initial application, and then once a day until you are completely satisfied with the result. This ensures any lingering moisture migrates out.
7. Remove the Second Protective Film: Once you are completely happy with the applied AR film and it is free of moisture and bubbles, carefully peel off the second, outer protective film. This will leave your high-performance AR film perfectly attached to the window or display, ready to deliver enhanced clarity and reduced reflection.

We hope this detailed guide, complemented by our instructional video, has helped you successfully apply your Diamond Coatings AR film. Enjoy the enhanced visual clarity and reduced reflections!

Watch the full instructional video here: https://youtu.be/Pw8bWB_S5Vg?si=oLaTDyt0TdS7X6Y8