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What Is Car Tint?
Car tint is a protective film that is applied to the inside of your car window. The film helps to reduce the amount of sunlight and UV rays that can enter the car, which helps to protect the vehicle’s interiorfrom damage. It also helps maintain temperature in the hot summer months and protects passengers for harmful UV rays.
Benefits for Tinting car windows:
UV Protection
Our films block 99% of the sun’s harmful UV rays, protecting your skin and reducing fading of interiors.
Increase Safety
In the event of an accident, our automotive window film helps hold shattered glass together, keeping you safer.
Temperature Control
You’ll stay cooler and your driving comfort will improve with Madico window film’s maximum heat rejection.
Reduce Glare
Window film reduces harmful glare, which can affect visibility and lead to eyestrain and drowsiness.
Enhance Style
Our window films are available in a variety of shades and colors, making it easy to enhance the look of your car.
Windshield Protection
Our optically-clear windshield protection film absorbs the impact of standard road hazards, leaving glass in pristine condition.
Improve Privacy
Tint Star offers a wide range of shades that offer privacy for you and your passengers, and security for your valuables inside.
Manufacturer’s Warranty
Tint Star automotive films are covered by a Manufacturer’s Warranty in North America.
Types of car tint
Dyed Window Tint: An affordable option, dyed window tint is crafted by infusing dye into the adhesive layer. This type of tint offers UV and heat protection while enhancing privacy due to its opaque nature. However, it’s worth noting that its sun-blocking efficiency may wane over time.
Metallized Tint: This variant incorporates minuscule metallic particles, which fortify the window and curtail UV and heat penetration. Its durability and scratch-resistance outshine dyed tint, but the metallic content could disrupt cell phone and GPS signals.
Carbon Window Tint: This metal-free tint excels in UV and infrared protection, glare reduction, and upholstery fade prevention. It’s signal-friendly and boasts a long-lasting resistance to fading.
Ceramic Tint: Although pricier, ceramic tint is the premium choice for comprehensive UV and heat protection without compromising signal quality. It stands out for its durability, glare resistance, and fade-proof properties.
Crystalline Tint: This high-end, virtually clear tint offers unmatched UV and infrared heat protection while maintaining your vehicle’s original appearance. Despite its higher cost, it’s the go-to choice for those seeking inconspicuous protection.
Why do you need to Tint your car windows?
- In Texas, the summertime sun can be extremely hot and tinting your car can help protect the interior from UV rays
- Tinting your car can help protect your vehicle from the sun and keep your interior looking clean and fresh
- There are a variety of tint shades to choose from, and car tint Carrollton TX can be customized to fit your needs
- Tinting is a great way to add some personality to your car and make it look more unique
- There are a variety of benefits to tinting your car, including cutting down on heat buildup, reducing noise levels, and protecting your car from scratches
Car Tint Color Examples
Window tint darkness is regulated based on Visible Light Transmission, otherwise known as VLT – the percentage of visible light allowed in through the combination of film and the window. The lower the percentage, the darker the tint.
Texas CAR Window Tinting Laws
Car window tinting laws in Texas were enacted in 2009. We have provided all the necessary information about your car’s window tint, including how dark the tint is allowed in your state. There are also additional car window tinting rules and regulations in Texas so make sure you read all about it below.
Window tint darkness in Texas
The percent of visible light allowed through your car windows is called VLT: Visible Light Transmission. The percentage of light allowed through your film and glass in Texas is very specific and different for sedan cars and SUV cars or vans.
Tint darkness for sedans:
• Windshield: Non-reflective tint is allowed above the manufacturer’s AS-1 line.
• Front Side windows: Must allow more than 25% of light in.
• Back Side windows: Any darkness can be used.
• Rear Window: Any darkness can be used.
Tint darkness for SUV and vans:
• Windshield: Non-reflective tint is allowed above the manufacturer’s AS-1 line.
• Front Side windows: Must allow more than 25% of light in.
• Back Side windows: Any darkness can be used.
• Rear Window: Any darkness can be used.
Auto TINT REMOVAL
Tint removal can be challenging depending on the age of the tint. For newer tints, a heat gun may be all that is needed to remove the tint. However, with an older tint that has seen many days in the sun, chemical stripers may have to be used to remove the tint thoroughly.
Resources:
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Car Window Tint, Residential Window Tint, Commercial Window Tint
Author: Tint Star
Publication Date: 3/11/2023
Total Citations: Cited by 1
2023
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https://www.txdps.state.tx.us/rsd/vi/consumerinfo/windowTint.htm