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Car window tinting is a popular modification that not only enhances the appearance of your vehicle but also provides several practical benefits. From reducing glare and protecting against harmful UV rays to enhancing privacy, car window tinting offers a range of advantages. However, when it comes to choosing the right tint for your car, understanding the concept of tint percentages is crucial. In this article, we will explore car window tint percentages in depth, helping you make an informed decision.

Understanding Window Tint Percentages

Window tint percentages refer to the amount of light transmission allowed through the tinted windows. This percentage is often referred to as the Visible Light Transmission (VLT) percentage. For example, a window tint with a VLT of 20% allows 20% of visible light to pass through the glass, while blocking the remaining 80%.

Different Tint Percentage Options:

1. 5-10%: These darker tints offer a high level of privacy and are commonly used for limousines and luxury vehicles. They significantly reduce the amount of visible light coming into the car, providing a more subdued and private atmosphere.

2. 20-30%: Tints falling within this range strike a balance between privacy and visibility. They provide a moderate level of darkness while still allowing a reasonable amount of light to enter the vehicle. This range is a popular choice for individuals seeking both aesthetics and practicality.

3. 35-50%: Lighter tints falling within this range offer a subtle level of privacy while maintaining good visibility. These tints are often chosen by drivers who want to enhance the look of their vehicle while ensuring sufficient light enters the cabin.

4. 50-70%: These tints are commonly referred to as “light” or “almost clear” tints. They provide minimal privacy and primarily focus on reducing glare and blocking harmful UV rays. This range is a popular choice for individuals who want the benefits of window tinting without significantly affecting the overall appearance of their vehicle.

Choosing the right car window tint percentage is a decision that depends on your personal preferences, local regulations, and the practical benefits you seek. Whether you prioritise privacy, heat reduction, UV protection, or glare reduction, there’s a tint percentage that can cater to your needs. Remember to consult local laws and regulations before proceeding with any window tint installation to ensure compliance.

Check out our pre-cut window tint which makes it much easier and affordable to tint your own windows.

Window tinting refers to the process of applying a thin, transparent film to the windows of a vehicle. This film is typically made of plastic and has a layer of tinting agents, such as dyes or metallic particles, embedded within it. Window tinting on car windows provides several benefits:

1. Heat reduction: Tinted windows help to block a significant amount of solar heat from entering the car. The tint film reflects or absorbs a portion of the sun’s energy, reducing the amount of heat that builds up inside the vehicle. This can help keep the interior cooler and more comfortable, especially during hot weather.
2. UV radiation protection: Tinted windows block a substantial amount of harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun. UV rays can cause damage to the skin and eyes, as well as fade or deteriorate the car’s interior surfaces over time. Tinted windows with UV-blocking properties can help reduce the risk of sunburn, premature aging, and protect the upholstery, dashboard, and other interior components from fading and cracking.
3. Glare reduction: Tinted windows can reduce glare caused by direct sunlight, reflections, or bright artificial lighting. This can improve visibility and reduce eye strain while driving, making it easier to see the road and other vehicles.
4. Privacy and security: Tinted windows offer privacy by making it more difficult for people outside the car to see inside. This can provide a sense of security and help deter potential thieves or unwanted attention. However, it’s important to comply with local laws and regulations regarding the allowable level of tint darkness to maintain safety and visibility for drivers.
5. Shatter resistance: The tint film provides an additional layer of protection to the car’s windows. In the event of an accident or impact, the film helps to hold the shattered glass together, reducing the risk of injuries from flying glass shards.

Our pre-cut window tint makes applying tint to your car windows much easier and affordable.

We’re back again for another monthly update!

This month, we’re really trying to push our #TeamWT online presence by sharing your results on our social media pages. We absolutely love seeing everyone’s projects, whether you’re a professional in the industry or have ordered one of our pre-cut window tinting kits as an at-home DIY project! All you need to do is tag us into your posts and use the hashtag ‘#TeamWT’ to be featured on our social media feed.

Recently, I have been focussing on making my Scirocco look a little bit prettier – so far, I have practised installing green chameleon tint on my lights, I have sprayed my wheels black and I now have 5% rear window tints! She’s a work in progress and a little bit rough around the edges, but so far so good – I reckon anyway!

I love seeing your car mods, especially when you have used our material – DM me if you have used any of our products so I can share your results and get some inspiration!

Last week, #TeamWT (me!) took a trip to the coast and I couldn’t resist a quick picture 😆

At the end of this month, we will be receiving more Chameleon window tinting film – woohoo! Please keep an eye out on our website and social media pages where we will be letting you know when our rolls have arrived.

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See you next month,

Eve 😚

I hope that everybody has had a lovely start to the month and enjoyed the bank holiday weekend last week.

Congratulations to @MK8DOOD on Instagram who was the winner of our Bank Holiday competition, winning a £20 voucher to spend on www.window-tint.co.uk!

Keep an eye out on our Instagram profile for more competitions and chances to win prizes, be featured on our story and get sneak peeks of our new products.

Be sure to follow us on Instagram – our username is @windowtint_uk and we love seeing your results and your projects! Either DM us or tag us into posts so that we can share your results to our story.

With the news of lockdown easing, we are here to support all of our customers with your business endeavours. If you require any support, if you are starting up a business or have any projects you require help with – please get in touch with either myself or Mike and we’ll be able to help you out.

Take care and stay safe!

Eve 😊

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It has been a month since my last update, and I’d like to start this one by welcoming the sunshine – the weather is cheering up and business is booming.

Our Chameleon Window Tinting film arrived late last month and has been an absolute hit with our customers. We have loved seeing everybody’s projects come to life and can’t wait to carry on supplying you all with our Chameleon film. We absolutely love seeing the finished results of your window tinting projects, so do be sure to send us a message on Instagram – @windowtint_uk (https://www.instagram.com/windowtint_uk/) or Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/window.tint.co.uk/) so that we can share your results! Nothing makes us happier than seeing your projects come to life.

At our fitting centre in Chester, we have been constantly expanding our PPF pre-cut range and now have a vast selection of cuts for numerous makes and models to choose from: https://window-tint.co.uk/92683-paint-protection-film

We are absolutely loving your feedback on our pre-cut PPF kits and can’t wait to develop our product further to help you protect your paintwork in multiple areas. The sunshine is starting to peek through the clouds, and I don’t know about you – but I can’t wait to be able to drive through the countryside and go on lots of adventures this summer!

Paint Protection Film is definitely going to be a necessity for me, bring on those country roads! I’m thinking about long weekends in the Lakes and drives through the Peaks… how about you?

Eve 😊

I would like to start off this blog post by wishing you all a belated Happy New Year – I hope everyone has had a great start to 2021. I will be updating our blog on Window-Tint.co.uk for the foreseeable, so keep your eyes peeled for new entries and potential sneak peeks at new products.

So far this year we have continued to expand our product range and will soon be receiving a replenishment of our Chameleon Film. This is due to arrive next Friday (19/02/21) and we are extremely excited to start getting this shipped out to you and to see your Chameleon projects come to life! This film is highly sought after and is gaining massive amounts of popularity – we are excited to start seeing cars on the roads rocking our Chameleon tint.

We have also expanded our Paint Protection Film range. We now have an entire library of kits ready to browse at your fingertips! So far, we have been working at developing kits to protect your headlights, bumpers, and rear wheel arches. Our PPF kits are a clear, self-adhesive film that is applied directly onto your vehicle without any extra cutting required. We have developed this film to have unique self-healing properties. Any minor scratches will be repaired as it is heated by the sun. We will be expanding our range of PPF kits, so keep an eye on our social media and website for further updates.

So don’t let the gritters spoil your paintwork – installing PPF will ensure no nasty gritter stones/salt chip your car!

We would absolutely love to see your projects and share your results on our social media pages. Be sure to follow us on Instagram – @windowtint_uk and Facebook – Window-Tint.co.uk to be featured on our profile – don’t be shy! We will also be running a monthly competition for the posts that are shared with us, so get your entries in for a personalised prize.

I hope everyone has a lovely weekend!

Eve ☺

We can’t wait for this year’s SEMA Show in Las Vegas, which takes place from 5th to 8th November 2019.  The biggest and best automotive specialty products trade event in the world, it spans over a million square feet at the Las Vegas Convention Center. It is unfortunately though not open to the general public.

There are 12 main sections of exhibiting companies in areas such as Restyling & Car Accessories, Racing & Performance, and Powersports & Utility Vehicles. In addition to this, the SEMA Show also provides over 50 free educational seminars for those looking to develop their businesses. Subject areas include those such as online marketing and social media. Networking opportunities are also massive for those looking, for example, to establish new product suppliers.

The coolest part of the show though is the exit parade that takes place on the Friday at 4pm, which sees over 1500 of the best vehicles from the SEMA show leave the convention centre.

For those wanting to stay near the show, there are range of hotel options including:

The Bellagio

Just2 miles from the Convention Center, this 5* hotel has a complimentary hotel shuttle service to and from the Convention Center. A really special one with its iconic fountains and indoor gardens.

The Hilton Grand Vacations – Las Vegas Convention Center

Another impressive hotel which is just steps away from the show. It has a wide range or several suites to choose from, including one with a kitchen and separate living area.

Circus Circus

A good hotel option for those on more of a budget, with rates as low as 50 dollars per night during the week of the SEMA Show.

Online registration for the 2019 SEMA Show would cost you 40 dollars up until Friday 18th October. After this the price will increase to 90 dollars. We say GO!

1) Route 66, USA

Spanning over 2400 miles, Route 66 is perhaps the most famous road in the world. It starts in Chicago, Illinois and finishes on the shores of the Pacific Ocean in Santa Monica, California. It takes at least two weeks to complete.

2) Gobi Desert, Mongolia

An extremely remote and barren region in northern China and southern Mongolia, the Gobi Desert is considered to be one of the world’s top travel destinations. It is the largest desert in Asia and home to animals such as bears, camels, gazelles, snow leopards and golden eagles.

3) Costa Smerelda, Sardinia

Meaning ‘Emerald Coast’, Costa Smerelda can be found along the northeast coast of Sardinia, Italy. With breathtaking scenery of around 20 kilometres, it consists of beautiful beaches and turquoise waters.

4) The Karakoram Highway

The Karakoram Highway, often just called KKH, is a 1300 kilometre national highway that connects China and Pakistan across a rocky mountain range. Some say it’s the road to paradise.

5) Tasman Peninsula, Tasmania

Located in south-east Tasmania, the Tasman Peninsula needs a good few days to explore. It has spectacular coastlines as well as blowholes and caves, and is home to some great walks from short and family-friendly to overnight multi-day routes.

We’re off to get packing!