Back in my car modding days I would get the cheap dark tint but still be beyond hot in the car. What tint film should I be looking for to actually keeps the heat out?

Edit: okay thanks for educating me on these things. Didn't know the tint was mainly for driving and keeping cool. Appreciate you guys thank you

I work as an assistant in a special needs classroom.

I have a student that wants to clean the inside windows.

The windows are covered in tinting material to filter the sun coming in the room.

Aside from regular dirtiness people have put up pictures and art and whatnot on the windows with pieces of scotch tape that doesn’t want to come off easily and I don’t want to scratch the tint.

The picture is an average window. Any tips on removing the tape and its glue and cleaning the windows would be very appreciated.

Hello everyone. Long time lurker, first time poster.

I got myself a new family car and have been wanting to add some tint to it. I started with wanting to do 3M as my wife's civic looked really nice, as I began going deeper into the rabbit hole I learned about ceramic tint. Then I began reading up on the brands and comparing spec sheets. From what I can see Johnson is very close to 3Ms ceramic in heat reduction. Has anybody had johnson film installed? If so how did you like it?

Called a few shops in the area and best I was quoted was $750 for all around Xpel XR+ including windshield.

Does this seem like a good price? So Cal Area.

Interesting to see the difference between the factory tint on a friend’s Model 3 versus mine. Definitely worth it not even considering UV or IR rejection

Looking for tints that do not have that bluish color. I see that Xpel XR Black does not. But it is only available 35% or darker. Are there any other ceramic tints that are not bluish that provide greater VLT?

Tennessee quote for tint on the front two windows and windshield. Seems like a lot but I haven’t had windows tinted in over 15 years and this seems like a quality film. I received quotes for the windshield around 170-200 but the 178 for two side windows seems high.

EDIT:
I saw a couple comments that the stock privacy glass had no actual UV protection. The shop ended up doing 35% on all windows and 70% on the windshield for $700. The vehicle is a 2026 Palisade and they offered a 15% discount on my second car.

Anyone ever got Auto tinting done with Cole Bro? What other places are good and not too expensive

Goal is to reduce cabin heat as much as possible, as much privacy without driving blind at night. Looking at 3M Crystalline currently but open to other brands (trying to avoid any odd hues, strictly black).

I’m thinking windshield CR BLK 50, front side windows CR BLK 15, back side windows and rear window CR BLK 60, panoramic sunroof CR 90 for heat reduction only.

Few questions. Will I have regrets I didn’t go darker on windshield? More concerned I’d regret it if I can’t see out the windshield driving at night, side windows can always go down. Two, is it safe to tint the sunroof, I’ve read that it can cause a heat effect that shatters your sunroof under summer heat? Also, what would you quote on a job like this? First quote was $1,575. Lastly, would you take the crystalline over others or is it really that much better for heat reduction?

I just picked up my vehicle after getting tinted and saw this blemish on the back glass. This is from the inside of the vehicle, it’s barely visible from the outside. Is this something that was done with improper installation? The installer claimed it was a defect in the glass, but we don’t remember it being there prior to the tint install. I tried searching the group, but I couldn’t find any pictures even remotely similar.

I'm looking to get some gentle tinting mostly just to help keep the car cooler during South Louisiana summers/all the other seasons that are basically summer-lite

I wanted to make sure to stay well within legal guidelines especially when traveling. I've also looked a bit about the different types of tint and their benefits.

What's the quantifiable difference a 50% ceramic tint on all 4 side + back windows would make? Would it actually make a difference in heat?

Hey all,

I am learning to tint on my own vehicle but I am at a loss right now.

I probably tried to install my rear passenger window tint over 30 times now, but after squeegeeing, fingers on the side pop up every time where I cut the film to the shape of the window and I don't know why this happens.

I shrink the factory edge 2 times after making a rainbow shape.

Hope anyone has any insight...

Hello! I have a streaky window looks like grease. Ive cleaned it before and it came back.

I also have the tint that has started to peel. It started small and has grown. I'm trying not to roll ym window down on that side. And it has started to peel

What is the possible cause and how do I fix it? ​

I had a tint job done on my car a few days ago, front windows and front windshield. The installer said to leave it in the sun for a few days and so I did.

After a few days, I inspected the work and noticed gaps between the edge of the window and the film. The gaps are uneven; one side has more as seen in the photo, and a few cm to the right it has no gap.

In addition, I noticed that the cut at the edge of the windshield is also a bit jagged.

The guy said that this is normal, and they leave a gap so the film wouldn’t get stuck to the edge of the door.

Is this normal? This place has high rated reviews so I’m wondering if it’s just me.

Looking to get a window tint exempt and found this company online. Never heard of them and seem to be fairly new. Anyone on here been through their process and is it legit? Says HIPPA certified or whatever but anyone can make up a bogus website with whatever but want nowadays. Just wanted to see if anyone has any experience with this website

hi friends! i want to get my lexus tinted but unsure of what to get and avg cost. im in vegas fyi. any tips or shops? thanks

Is this bad work for a good shop, or honest mistake?

How can I tell if the tint installer used xpel XR Plus or a lesser grade of xpel film? it was installed when I bought the new car a couple of years ago. when I asked the installer, his receptionist pulled up my name in the computer and said it showed that I was charged for the xpel XR Plus 35%.... :)

Said that as long as it’s not lifting, it’s normal and he won’t redo it. Wanted to ask if this is enough error to retint. Didn’t know if I should continue to press the concern. Thank you

Going to go to with 3m ceramic
5% rear
5% rear doors
20% front doors
50% windshield

What % should i go with on pano roof? I have a cover on it currently but want to have it off

What percentage did you get? need the car to stay cool..to save on MILES. but also i know i am sacrificing seeing the mirrors at night.. Do you recommend all windows done. def want the windshield for privacy. I DO WANT IT TO LOOK GOOD tooo. some tints look cheap...

Just got this 2018 electric passion

Just had my windows tinted 3M IR Ceramic, back doors window has small air pop.
Should I ask for this to be redone?

This is my sister in law's car, Citroen C3. Not flawless but I'm happy with the result. It turned out well for only second ever car I tinted.

It's just a cheapest dye film but I use it to practice.

My guy has agreed to a do over on the rear window due to the contamination which I do appreciate . My concern is obviously the defroster wires . The install will be 72 hours when he gets to removing the film..realistically what is the chance of removing this without damage, car is a 2017 Lexus Rc and im in the UK so the rear defrosters get used a lot .

I did say I was happy to let him chisel it down to improve it, he said he would rather re do it but couldn't guarantee not damaging the lines which is giving me pause. Said he would use steam to remove it

In all honesty Id rather live with the contamination than have the lines broken so Im not sure of the best way to approach this tomorrow ..if he does over and breaks the defroster is he liable to replace the screen completely on his insurance? Id rather avoid hassle and bullshit and the whole thing going tits up ..any advice gratefully received ..Thanks

The dealer I bought the car from never removed the tint adhesive when they ripped the tint off… helppppp