Can I Re-Apply the stock screen protector?

fuzzybabybunny · #1 (**permalink**) 10-11-2009, 11:01 PM

I followed the water+soap method to apply the screen protector that came with the TP2, but after drying I noticed a couple of spots where a single spec of dust got caught, creating a small air bubble underneath the protector.

Can I take a razor and gingerly take of the screen protector, wash it, and try re-applying?

It's been a couple of days since application.

**w7excursion** · #2 (**permalink**) 10-11-2009, 11:31 PM

Sure you can. Try not to scratch the bottom side and bend the edges. I wouldnt use a razor. I used my finger nail.

fuzzybabybunny · #3 (**permalink**) 10-11-2009, 11:35 PM

The reason I ask is I'm not sure if the screen protector will stick on the screen the second time around - does it depend on some kind of adhesive to stick, which would be washed off or worn off by a repeat application?

**w7excursion** · #4 (**permalink**) 10-11-2009, 11:45 PM

I used hot tap water and soap to clean it, then rinsed it off with rubbing alcohol. I shook what I could off and put mine back on. It just needs to be clean as possible.

**freeza** · #5 (**permalink**) 10-12-2009, 12:12 AM

You can re-apply it over and over again

I've done it three times already lol

cambunch · #6 (**permalink**) 10-12-2009, 12:12 AM

i use a piece of tape and stick it to a corner to peel it off. wash it with the tape on and handle it holding the tape to prevent getting fingerprints on the bottom. i use canned air to blow all the water off the bottom side of mine before i re-apply it

**freeza** · #7 (**permalink**) 10-12-2009, 12:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cambunch

i use a piece of tape and stick it to a corner to peel it off. wash it with the tape on and handle it holding the tape to prevent getting fingerprints on the bottom. i use canned air to blow all the water off the bottom side of mine before i re-apply it

LOL, I never thought of using tape. That is a great idea.

Meanee · #8 (**permalink**) 10-12-2009, 12:26 AM

Just reapplied the protector after it was sitting on my desk collecting dust after failed application.

Washed it in warm water with hand soap for about 5 minutes. Used alcohol pads to clean off whatever fingerprints I had from earlier. Re-washed in water/soap again, since alcohol left "drying spots" and reapplied. Seems good so far.