XPEL PRIME HP series is a perfect marriage of value and performance. 1. Sienna factory tint is around 30%, not 20, and tinting it with a 50% film will bring it to around 15%. Jun 19, 2018 #3 By Llumar Air 80 is the best choice for 99% UV protection and 43% better heat rejection when you want 99% UV protection and 43% better heat rejection. I called several places to get a quote for a window tint on a BMW 5 series in Koreatown and the LA area. If privacy is your concern, you should consider a 20% tint as a good option for window tint. Then see how the different tint percentages, or as we call it Variable Light Transfers (VLT's), could look on the front, sides, and back of your vehicle. You may very well be at your desired 12-14% but with a light interior and/or untinted front windows it wont make much of a difference. If you want to remove your window tint film, you must understand the risks and possible consequences. Windows tinted at the time the car was manufactured usually have a shade of 15% - 26%. Protect it with finest paint protection film available on the market. Plus the possibility of attracting LEO the darker it gets. If the fronts are above 50% then you will receive a fine, points and be forced to remove on the spot (usually just made to peel a little bit off). This is the exact reason why you would want an automotive tint. Not a horrible thing, but I may redo the rears with 5% just to make it all match. Fronts will look abit lighter due to the light coming through the windshield But 20% usually matches the back but this can be illegal so check state laws. Tinting Over Factory Tint With Aftermarket Tint Make sure the darkness is legal in your state. 18-20% tint on an F-150. 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The law governing aftermarket window film varies by province, but in general, it is limited to a small strip on top of the windshield. Vehicle: 04 WRX. XPEL promises each one of their window tinting and paint protection products will protect the investment made in your vehicle. I had planned on tinting all around with nano ceramic film to cut heat gain as much as legal in WA where it will be registered. The final tint percentage after the film installation would be: 5% x 70% / 100% = 3.5% VLT tint. In the case of factory tinted windows on a vehicle, it is absolutely ok to tint over the factory tinted glass. To calculate the actual VLT of the glass with film applied to it, you need to mutiply the VLT of the window tint applied by the VLT of the glass. I had ceramic 30% added to the front and 70% to the back. Factory tint is a tint within the glass; the glass itself is a different color. We've had over 17,000 positive reviews from our customers around the world on eBay and our website since launching in 2008. I wouldnt get too hung up on the actual % reading, the same % can look completely different on 2 different cars. L4K 4G9 While aftermarket tint is easier to tint than factory tint, it cannot be easily tinted over. So, dont waste your money by putting a layer of tint over the aftermarket tint. If you have an aftermarket tint film on the window or glass, please dont put a layer of tint on it. If you want it to be a little difficult to see inside, you should probably go ahead and order a 20% down to even a 15%. Our cutting edge technology decreases the glare caused by infrared and UV rays before it reaches your eyes enhancing visibility and reducing eyestrain. When you buy a vehicle, your vehicle window may have a factory-made tint. I pulled all the 50% back off before it dried. While aftermarket tint is easier to tint than factory tint, it cannot be easily tinted over. If you dont know what tint percent your windows have, you can use a tint meter to find out. Contrary to what the term implies, a factory tint is just a coating of black pigment on the automobile window. If you want to add window film to your cooling system, it is best to apply it thickly rather than thinly. Once again, no idea as I am not an expert but just left a little baffled. 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You can choose the appropriate window tint by utilizing the various techniques listed below. if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'windowtintlaws_us-leader-2','ezslot_12',177,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-windowtintlaws_us-leader-2-0'); On the other hand, aftermarket tinting film may be removed from the glass by utilizing peeling tools and solvents to break down the adhesive layer. 99% of the time this is only done to the two rear windows. Rear: 20%. I wanted 12.5% so I added a tint film of 50% hoping for a final ting of 12.5% My math was .25 x .50 = .125 or 12.5 percent (or so I thought) The finished job BARELY looked any different from the factory tint. Just you need to ensure the law is suitable for tinting. XPEL PRIME XR PLUS gives you all of the heat and UV protection benefits of window tint, but without the super dark look that can make it hard to see out of the caror get you a ticket in some locations. Traditional window films try to do two jobsblock heat and look cooland usually dont do either of them well. So, if you tint any tinted windows or tinted glass, then make sure the windows or glass dont get so darker that you cannot see through your glass or windows. Generally, windows or glasses dont have any color, but they are transparent. Tinting is a procedure that will make the glass darker with every single layer you put over the glass or window. The only way to cover the factory tinted window is to install an aftermarket window film. XPEL shops both quoted their film as having 88% heat rejection, but looking at TSER that looks like BS. What was the actual (meter verified) vlt of the glass to start? Because the dyes and pigments are combined inside of the glass, it is impossible to remove factory tint from a car window. Lancelotless, Jan 11, 2018. The darker the color, the more functional it will be. Hi everyone, I should be getting my model 3 soon and I live in Texas and tint is a must! So with 5% tint allowing only 5% of light in, couple that with the OEM 20% level tint, you are now at 1% light transmittance. Automakers usually only install factory-tinted glass in the cars rear windows to comply with a wide range of state tinting laws. Constructed from a combination of advanced elastomeric polymers, XPEL ULTIMATE PLUS special clear coat not only prevents the film from discoloring due to contamination and ultra-violet radiation but also heals itself from swirl marks and light scratches that can occur through ordinary washing and drying or daily driving. I've seen Tahoes/Yukons with factory privacy glass that meters 20% butted up against 10-12% and the untrained eye would never notice the difference. Since WA rules are 24% minimum all around, clear windshield, no legal tinting was possible. For illustration, if the tint has a VLT of 60% and a coefficient of .4, then the LE will equal 1.5. Last edited: Feb 13, 2021. Because factory tint windows are tinted from the inside, the more you tint over the glass, the more it will be darker. Protection Against The Elements FUSION PLUS Ceramic Coating was created with car care in mind. You cannot see into the back windows of my truck, but at night, it's very difficult to see out of them as well. And remember, the more you tint, the darker your glass will get. Your Limited came with privacy glass on the rear doors and back window. That is the fundamental way of knowing if the glass is aftermarket or factory-made. Obviously, a 50% tint will allow 20% less light through the glass and be a bit darker than it left the factory. Some people may think that tinting over tinted glass would make it significantly darker; however, it generally only darkens it slightly. If the adhesive is too hard, use a hair dryer to loosen the adhesive. If no window behind the driver is tinted below 30% VLT then the front-sider windows can have 50% light transmission. Factory tint is a tint that is implanted into the window's glass. If you choose to double layer window films, it is best to wait 1-2 weeks between layers so that the first layer can fully cure to the glass. Never mind they've changed hands several times and are now a division of Eastman Chemical. if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'windowtintlaws_us-banner-1','ezslot_3',136,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-windowtintlaws_us-banner-1-0'); Dyes and colored pigments are put directly into the ingredients during glass manufacturing using tinted glass, also known as window glazing. There are also invisible coatings that serve to prevent UV radiation and warmth while barely tinting the windows. On the other hand if you like more privacy, you can choose to add a darker tint. Every now and then something new comes to the market and is a game changer, wasn't sure if XPEL was something special, but since the specs are comparable, going to go with Pinnacle and the better installer. if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[970,90],'windowtintlaws_us-box-4','ezslot_5',164,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-windowtintlaws_us-box-4-0'); The VLT of factory window tinting is typically between 74 to 85 percent. Save time & enjoy more of what your car has to offer. The information regarding window tinting laws contained on this website should by no means be used as legal advice. Did you also tint the front two windows? So, keep these factors before tinting your glass or window. The sum is 72 x 0.50 giving us 36, which we will . our 20% dark smoke film has a VLT of 20%. Here's how you select the best option for you. The black color of our XPEL PRIME HP series provides a great match to OEM privacy glass and remains the same over the years. Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016+)' started by Pilvr83, Sep 16, 2022. It is wholly soaked across the window and cannot be scratched or peeled. Because factory tint is present in the window, changing it to lighter tint would result in an overall lighter appearance. This results in tangible fuel savings, that add up over time. All rights reserved. Everyone wants to have a little privacy in their life. However, from the inside, the front has a charcoal color which I like and the factory tint has a slight purple tint that is noticable. You can get a different type of tint cover. Auto One locations may offer different shades. No experience with XPEL and how it compares to Llumar/Formula One stuff. XPEL PRIME CS window films block solar heat radiation to keep your vehicle at a comfortable temperature and improve fuel efficiency. Stacking solar control films has the potential to cause the glass to be too warm, exceeding the manufacturers recommended temperature. So on and so forth. Most people just have the fronts done. You can see through windows with a 20% tint if you're up close, but it's still difficult. Window Tinting Service In Houston, TX | Executive Motorsports Recent Blog Posts. You need to ensure some degree of transparency to avoid regional regulations. Typically, it's enough to deter snoopers, though. Factory tint and aftermarket tint are very different. XPEL PRIME HP provides SPF 1,000 protection that effectively blocks over 99% of harmful UV rays that can lead to numerous skin cancers, premature aging and skin cell damage. Wouldn't more of the window be scratched if the mouldings were the culprit? At Autobahn, we have a large selection of window film in a wide variety of shade levels, as well as tints that are reflective and non-reflective. This car has never been through an automatic car wash either and is garage kept. Because factory tint is present in the window, changing it to lighter tint would result in an overall lighter appearance. Many cars are sold with tint that's as dark as regulations allow, but because regulations are different from state to state, you could buy a car that is factory tinted to be lighter than the legal limits. Fichard_raaborg 2 Bronze. HardyHarHarJune 19, 2018 in Window Tinting - General Discussion. It is not advised to install window tint over existing aftermarket window tint. First and most practical, reduces heat gain. It is recommended to use aftermarket tint over the factory tint. Sun Stoppers has partnered with XPEL, who offers a line of high quality window tinting and paint protection films that preserve your investment with best in class durability, performance, appearance, and overall quality. To calculate the actual VLT of the glass with film applied to it, you need to multiply the VLT of the window tint applied by the VLT of the glass. What's even more odd is this is the second time I've been to this place. In some instances, the best tint percentage may not be the factory tint. There are removable aftermarket tint film and unremovable factory tint. The darkness of the tinted glass depends on the level of darkness of the original tint and how much tint is being added. #4. This means, that between 74% and 85% of light can transmit through the tint film. However, rather than reflecting light, it retained heat in automobiles, causing the film to bubble up and become purple. I currently have 35% over my factory windows on my 2006 GMC Sierra. 1999 to 2016 Super Duty - Possible to remove factory tint? Post-factory window tint, or aftermarket window tint, is film that is applied in addition to the pre-existing factory tinting. So, be very careful before putting a double layer of tint on the window. 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