Car window tinting is a popular way to enhance the look of your vehicle, increase privacy, and protect yourself from harmful UV rays. However, before you proceed, there are a few important things to consider to ensure you make the best decision for your car.
1. Understand the Benefits of Window Tinting
• UV Protection: One of the most significant benefits of window tinting is its ability to block up to 99% of harmful UV rays.This protection is crucial not only for preventing skin damage but also for protecting the interior of car.
• reduce heat and antiglare:By reflecting solar heat, tinted windows can
significantly reduces the amount of solar heat that enters a vehicle. Window tinting reduces glare, improving visibility and comfort. That means more safer driving conditions
• Enhanced Privacy: Privacy always is a big concern for us, whether you’re at home, in your office, or driving your car. Window tinting provides an effective solution by limiting visibility from the outside while keeping clear views from inside. This added privacy can enhance the comfort and security of any space.
• Increased Safety: window tinting can reduce the risk of injury by holding shattered glass together in case of an accident. And also providing an added layer of protection against break-ins.
2. Know New Zealand Window Tinting Law
Before tinting your windows, you should know the window tinting regulations here.Different cars have specific regulations regarding the darkness (measured by Visible Light Transmission or VLT) and reflectiveness of window tints. For example:
Front Windscreens: anti-glare bands that extend no lower than the bottom of the sun visors when folded against the windscreen (no print allowed below 100mm from the top of the windscreen)
Front side windows:’Front side windows’ means the windows on either side of the driver’s seat. Front side windows must have an overall VLT of at least 35%.
Rear windows: A transparent overlay applied to a rear window of a class MA vehicle must have an overall VLT of at least 35%. Sedans, station wagons, hatchbacks, sports cars are class MA vehicles. MC vehicles can have any tint level on car rear windows. Trucks, vans, SUVs ,body transfer, or other vehicle types are MC vehicles.
3. Choose the Right Tint Film
When considering window tinting, it is important to choose the right type of tint for your needs.There are various types of tint films available, each with its own features。
Dyed
Dyed window tints are an affordable, non-reflective option. They provide good visibility and privacy but may not offer the same level of heat reduction as other types.
Metallized
Metallized tints are durable and highly effective at blocking heat. They contain tiny metallic particles that reflect solar energy, making them a popular choice for those seeking maximum heat reduction.
Hybrid
Hybrid tints combine the properties of dyed and metallized tints. They offer a balance of performance, durability, and cost, making them a versatile option for many applications.
Carbon
Carbon tints are high-performance, non-reflective options that provide excellent UV protection and heat reduction. They do not fade over time, ensuring long-lasting benefits.
Ceramic
Ceramic tints are the top-tier option, offering superior heat rejection, UV protection, and clarity. They are non-metallic, which means they do not interfere with electronic devices and signals.
4. Work with Professionals