Again, this step will vary based on the specific tint material, and the techniques recommended by the tint manufacturer. Typically, the installation or application of the window tint on the inside is the quickest part of the overall tint job – as measuring, fitting, and cutting tends to take the most time.
The window tint is always applied on the inside of the window, so several variables including the access to the windows, how much fabrication (or removing trims pieces and such) is needed, and simple ‘moving around space’ can extend the time for installation.
Professional auto salons will provide a transparent estimate based on your specific vehicle, the amount of windows you want to tint, and any other expenses associated.
Before your car is handed over, the professional detailer will take the time to ensure everything is cleaned, the window film has cured, and you’re aware of any post purchase restrictions. Most window tints require the car owner to not roll down windows for a day or two, to ensure the adhesive has dried and fully bonded to the window.
In fact, research shows that the temperature inside a car climbs 19 degrees above the outside temperature in 10 minutes! After an hour, the temperature inside the vehicle rises to about 45 degrees hotter than the temperature outside.
Let’s say it this way: hopefully, you aren’t on your way to an important appointment, meeting, or event because your face is bound to be flushed, and sweat spots will likely be soaking through your clothing.
Thankfully, quality window tint can keep the interior of your vehicle comfortable, even on the most oppressive days.
At Sun Stoppers, we want you climbing out of your vehicle feeling fresh. But we also know that window tint does a lot more than keeping you cool.
We’re talking about things like increasing your privacy, protecting your car’s interior, and defending your skin from the sun – and that’s just the beginning.
We know what window film is in the most basic sense: it’s a thin laminate film that can be installed on glass surfaces in automobiles, boats, homes, and commercial buildings.
It is easily recognized by how it often darkens glass and creates an attractive finish on any type of window.
Exploring the science behind window tint is incredibly fascinating. Let’s take a look!
Although there are many types of window tinting film on the market, most window films start as small pellets of a material called polyethylene terephthalate or PET.
PET is used as the base material for window tints because it has marvelous optical clarity and strength.
To begin, PET pellets are first melted down into a semi-liquid state. Once in that form, the material is stretched into polyester sheets.
Other chemicals and materials that block ultraviolet (UV) light are typically added during this stretching process.
Next, dyes or metals are added to the polyester sheeting. Whether a dye or metal is added depends upon the intended type, quality, and function of the film.
The newest and highest-quality window films may add carbon or ceramic particles to the polyester sheeting rather than metal or dye.
different kinds of materials are added to window tint
Window TintingOnce the film is fused with the metal, dye, carbon, or ceramic particles, a scratch-resistant layer is applied to the film on the side that faces the interior of the home, office, or vehicle.
This layer is meant to protect the window film from anything that may hit or scrape the window. It provides added protection so that the film can last for a long time and is not marred by a minor scratch.
Finally, an industrial-strength adhesive is applied to the window film for longevity and to ensure that it does not peel or bubble.
At the end of the window tint manufacturing process, several materials are combined so that certain types of light rays are allowed through the glass while others are reflected or absorbed.
As you probably noticed, different kinds of materials can be added to polyethylene terephthalate to create various types of window film.
For example, a dye can be added to make dyed window tint, or metal could be added to create metalized window tint.
Each type of window film has a particular set of advantages and disadvantages, so it’s well worth our time to look at each of them!
Each type of window film has a particular set of advantages and disadvantages, so it’s well worth our time to look at each of them!
Dyed window tint is a good option if your primary goal is adding privacy to your vehicle or if you like the appearance of dark windows.
dyed window tint creates a dark appearance
In fact, dyed window film provides the darkest effect of any window tint option.
Plus, dyed window film is usually the most cost-effective option on the market.
However, dyed window tint also has some significant drawbacks.
Perhaps the greatest disadvantage is that dyed tint absorbs solar heat rather than reflecting it. In other words, it doesn’t keep the cabin of your vehicle very cool.
Beyond that, dyed film fades over time from UV exposure, turning the tint from black to purple.
Metalized window tint is what you’d expect. Embedded in the material are metallic particles, which make it a thicker type of film.
Designed with several layers, metalized tint films reflect heat from the sun, keeping it outside your car to protect the interior.