Tint Club Slip Solution Mixing Guide
Heads‑up: We do not recommend baby shampoos as a slip agent. After countless installs, the cleanest, curl‑free results come from two standbys—Dawn Original and SlipX. If you’re unsure where to start, Dawn Original is affordable, easy to find, and nails the balance between slip and tack.
Works for Automotive and Architectural Window Films
These ratios are dialed in for pressure‑sensitive automotive window tint, and they perform just as smoothly on pressure‑sensitive architectural window film.
Running a dry‑adhesive architectural film? Start with roughly 25–50 % of the mix stated below.
What You Need
- Distilled or reverse‑osmosis water
- Dawn Original (preferred) or SlipX
- Clean 32 oz spray bottle
Ratios for a 32 oz Bottle
| Product | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Dawn Original | Light 3‑second squeeze | Use only the standard blue formula (not concentrated) |
| SlipX | 1 capful | Official spec: 4 oz ≈ 11 ml ≈ 11 g per gallon |
Adjust for climate:
• Hot & humid shop – add a small splash more.
• Cool or dry shop – use a touch less.
Step‑By‑Step
- Fill the bottle halfway with distilled water.
- Add Dawn or SlipX using the amounts above.
- Swirl gently; avoid whipping foam.
- Top off to 32 oz, cap, and roll once to mix.
- Test on scrap glass. Too slippery? Dilute with water. Grabbing too fast? Add a drop or two more soap.
Troubleshooting
| Issue | Likely Cause | Quick Fix |
|---|---|---|
| Film curls at edges or dot matrix | Too much soap | Dump 25 % of the mix, refill with water, retest |
| Film will not slide | Too little soap or cold shop | Add a few drops of Dawn or SlipX |
| Streaks or dry spots | Tap‑water minerals | Switch to distilled or RO water |
Bottom Line
Start with a light 3‑second squeeze of Dawn Original—or 1 cap of SlipX—in every 32 oz bottle of distilled water. Tweak for extreme temperatures, jot your final ratio on the bottle, and enjoy smooth, curl‑free installs every time.
