Users' questions

Can you see through 5%?

Can you see through 5%?

Five Percent Tint A 5% tint is extremely dark, and you can’t see through it at all. This is actually illegal in most states but is most commonly used on the back windows of limousines.

Is 5 or 20 tint darker?

So 5% is darker than 20%. 5% is pretty much limo tint.

Can I tint my windows from the inside?

Window Tint is on the Inside The short answer to this question is that window tint is generally installed on the inside of your car windows. Tint can be installed on the interior or exterior of the window, but any good tint installer will install it on the inside to prevent unnecessary wear and tear.

What does the percentage of window tint mean?

A window tinting percentage refers to the amount of light the tint on the window screens out. You’re familiar with the concept if you have ever worn a pair of sunglasses.

What is the darkest window tint percentage?

The darkest of all the window tints is 2%, also known as blackout tint. Blackout tint allows just 2% of sunlight into your car, giving you some of the best UV protection, heat reduction and privacy. Unfortunately, most states don’t allow blackout tint because it can reduce visibility so much.

What percentage is limo tint?

One of the most common VLT levels for dark tint is 5%. 5% tint is also known as limo tint because of the excellent privacy it provides. Since 5% tint blocks out 95% of light, it’s also great for UV protection and keeping your car cool.

Can I tint my front windshield legally?

As long as you use a film that has a VLT of 90% or higher then you will still be legal. According to DOT laws you can have window tint on your front windshield. Currently the only film you can use to meet federal laws for the front windshield is Crystalline 90%. All newer cars have a very light tint to the windshield, usually 77% to 80%.