How to Pick a Window Tint Shade

Choosing the right shade for your car window tint is important because a tint is expensive and not easily removed. Once it's on your car, you're stuck with the window tint, so be sure it's the shade you want. Take your time and follow these steps when you pick a window tint shade.

Difficulty:

Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Choose a colored window tint if you want to go for the fancy look. Many companies can customize your window tint shade to match your car.

2. Pick mirror window tint to maximum privacy. Mirror tint is also great for its reflective qualities. It helps keep more sun out than regular colored tints, which keeps your car nice and cool in hot weather. Mirror window tint looks great on black and silver cars.

3. Select a window tint that is legal in your area. Police don't hesitate to give tickets for window tint that's too dark. Certain tints, like limousine tint, are illegal in most areas. The window tint company that you choose can tell you if the shade you want is legal in your area.

4. Get a strip on the top of your windshield that matches the tint on the rest of the car. This strip works like a sunshade to keep the sun out of your eyes while driving, and it also has a sporty look to it. Avoid going too dark with this as well because it may cause problems with viewing stoplights.