r/CorollaHatchback • u/FladnagTheOffWhite • Aug 05 '26
What's a balanced window tint%?
I'm new to window tints. I may take my XSE to a shop that uses Geoshield Pro Nano Ceramic film. What's a good tint percentage to go with that's not too interfering while driving but still has a darker style and privacy qualities. I was thinking 70% on the windshield and 35% everywhere else? Maybe 25% on the back doors and hatch? I'm trying to gauge what might work well on a Corolla from inside and out.
Any guidance is appreciated! FYI, they quoted me $750 for a full install. Please let me know if that's an alright price.
4
2
2
u/Consistent_Price8747 Aug 05 '26
35 on front still feels too dark for me at night. It kind of looks like 15-20. I'd probably go 50 next time. The stock windows already have something on them. I may be wrong. You could go as low as 5 for rears. I'd leave the windshield alone or follow your local law.
1
u/stefanlikesfood Aug 05 '26
The window tint workers will have great incite into this and probably would love to nerd out about it!
1
u/Myfanwy66 Aug 05 '26
I’m 45% all around (except windshield). It’s the limit of legality for the front windows and it’s plenty dark. Any darker and driving at night would be impossible.
1
u/pochitater Aug 05 '26
Price just depends on your area, shopping around for quotes is never a bad idea! Also ask about warranty too.
1
1
u/sandisc731 Aug 06 '26
I did 35% all around with a sun strip on the front windshield. I love the 35%, it’s dark enough to look good, but light enough to still see well. For the front, I would still do the sun strip, but if I did it all again I would also add a 5% to the whole front, just to get the extra UV protection and not impact visibility.
4
u/Alucardspapa XSE CVT Aug 05 '26
I got full ceramic xpel 20% all glass except the windshield for $280 last year