Car Window Tinting

First, the film is laid on the outside of the car’s windows and cut out to fit. Those pieces are then placed on a large piece of glass and trimmed before being installed on the inside of the windows.

The price depends on which level of film is chosen, how many windows to cover and tint percentage. Pricing is provided on a car by car basis.

Window tint is great for preventing UV rays from coming through. It keeps the inside of your vehicle cooler on hot days and also helps reduce fading on the interior. It also provides privacy and helps reduce any glare while driving.

Tinting all the windows of your car can take anywhere from 30 minutes to 4 hours. Full-sized sedans take about 1 to 2 hours to install. If you only want to tint your two front doors, 30 to 40 minutes.

Well you could try, but that is not recommended. Like anything in life, experience and practice is what makes a great installer. It’s better to take it to a professional in the beginning. It requires patience and a very steady hand.

Each state has their own laws. It’s recommended to research and know what those laws are before tinting.

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The lifetime of window films are dependent on many factors including product type and quality, the climate, and the amount of direct sunlight your car is exposed to. Generally, automotive films are designed to last much longer than the typical owner will keep the vehicle, but the film we use will perform well past 10 years.

Since the tint is applied to the inside of the windows, we recommend waiting 24 hours before rolling the windows up or down.

If tint becomes damaged or scratched, it requires removal. Yes windows can be re-tinted, but the original installed tint must be removed clearly before new tint is applied.

Polarized is the name for “redirecting light”. Think of wearing polarized glasses. It lets in only certain light, however it can also cause a “rainbow effect” or a form of distortion.

Yes, they are harder to break. Accidents can happen, but if a tinted window does become broken, shards of glass will remain attached to the film. So this can be a great safety factor as well.

Yes the tint can be removed. If any corner is easy to start with, slowly peel back the tint in one piece. After the tint is removed, spray an adhesive remover on the glass. Wipe off with paper towels. However, if you choose to remove the tint yourself and become frustrated, or the tint only removes in small pieces, and then you then decide to take it to a professional shop, you might be charged a hefty fee to complete the removal of remaining tint.

Yes, the fronts can be tinted, but it is recommended to use not less than 35%

Tint percentages range from from 5% up to 70%

The tint percentage represents how much light is allowed through the window. The lower the percentage, the darker the tint. 5% is Limo Tint. 20% is Factory Tint.

20%

Tinting is a personal choice and knowing the laws for the state you live in should be taken into consideration.

This is a personnel choice. Some heavy tint (5%) can add a custom look to a classic car.

Our company deals exclusively with XPEL. We find XPEL stands strong behind the product and offers the best warranty.

We highly recommend using a soft microfiber cloth to gently wipe down the windows. Strong harsh cleaners are not recommended, especially any ammonia.

We recommend returning the vehicle to the dealer that installed the tint.

Yes, window tint can either absorb or reflect the UV light.

Ceramic Tint if nano-layered with ceramic and carbon properties – both of which block 99.99% of UV rays and reduce IR heat by nearly 60%. It also allows maximum visibility both by day and night. The tint we use, Xpel Prime XR blocks 90% of IR.

Privacy glass is the formal term for windows on a car which have been tinted during the manufacturing process. Usually this is applied to the rear windows of the car.