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When you’re shopping for car window tints for your new ride, you’ll discover a wide range of tints, with ceramic window tint being at the top of the price list. With so many options available, you may be thinking to yourself why would I spend the extra cash for ceramic? The simple answer is it’s the most bang for your buck and is a long-term investment. But, don’t just take our word for it. In today’s post, we’ll discuss just a few of the top benefits of ceramic window tint over the other types and why it’s the best option for your ride.
Before we can discuss what’s so great about ceramic window tint for your luxury car, let’s quickly recap some of your tint options for comparison.
Dye – dye tint is essentially a colored window sticker. Dyed tint is the most economical option available, but does require more frequent replacement due to its quick fading.
Metallic – metallic tint uses micro bits of metal to provide window protection, sunlight deflection, and provide a darker aesthetic. A metallic tint is a great option if you are trying to save money and offer your ride an upgrade.
Carbon – carbon window tint is popular among those who tint their luxury sports cars for the aesthetic. The matte look offers a clean, slick finish while providing privacy and superior UV filtration. Car owners love carbon tint because it lasts much longer than the less expensive options, which helps offset the higher upfront costs.
Ceramic – ceramic tint is the top-end of window tints and offers the best UV protection, heat reduction, and fade resistance. With a higher up-front cost, ceramic tint is for those who are looking to invest in their tint as a long-term solution.
Hybrid and crystalline tints are less popular options but are useful for those with specific requirements.
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Now that you have a better understanding of the differences between each of the vehicle window tint types, let’s explore the top seven benefits of ceramic tint.
7. Reduced Glare
One reason drivers desire window tint is to reduce the sun glare while driving. Ceramic tint is better at reducing driving glare than any other type of tint on the market. Ceramic tint is able to block more sunlight without darkening your windows, so you can get up to 50% more sun blockage on your windshield without breaking tint laws than you can with tints that rely on darkening the tint color to reduce glare. The nano-particles that make up ceramic tint are more efficient without obstructing your view and many drivers state they no longer need to wear sunglasses while driving after installing ceramic tint.
6. Incredible UV Protection
Dyed tint does not prevent UV rays from entering your vehicle because it relies on colors to reduce light penetration rather than creating a barrier. Metallic tint offers reduced UV exposure by reflecting sunlight but does not prevent all UV penetration into the vehicle. Carbon tint can reduce UV ray exposure inside the vehicle by nearly 60%.
But, again, the clear winner in this category is ceramic tint. Ceramic tint can boast about proven UV-A and UV-B elimination by up to 99%, and up to 90% reduction in infrared light penetration. Additionally, ceramic tint blocks up to 66% of solar energy. What all this means is that you, your passengers, and your car’s interior are protected from the Bay Area’s intense sun rays.
As we discussed, ceramic tint offers superior sunlight blocking, which prevents your car from becoming a moving greenhouse. Infrared light and solar energy are what are responsible for increased temperatures in closed vehicles and ceramic tint does an incredible job at keeping these out. Cooler interior temperatures mean a more comfortable ride, protected vehicle interiors, and require you to run the A/C less. Putting less strain on your engine, the cooler interior can improve your gas mileage and save you money at the pump — dare we say that in the current climate, the gas savings could nearly cover the higher up-front cost of your ceramic tint? Yes!
Ceramic tint is the number one option in terms of privacy by reducing the ability for others to see through the film, without relying on darkness. Dyed tints darken windows to prevent passersby from noticing details or facial features in your vehicle, but people and items are still somewhat visible. Used to blackout VIP transport vehicles, ceramic tint allows maximal privacy by eliminating external visibility without obstructing the driver’s ability to see.
The nano-particles that make up the hundreds of microscopic layers of ceramic window tint make it scratch resistant and nearly shatter-proof. While your windows may still break in the event of a crash, they will not shatter, meaning that there will be fewer flying glass shards complicating the situation. Ceramic-coated glass is unaffected by small pebbles kicked up on the highway, sand, and even hail. Window protection is a highly valuable benefit to making the upgrade to ceramic tint.
Ceramic tint is made of layered titanium nitride nanoparticles that offer unparalleled durability when compared side-by-side to any other type of window tint. Ceramic tint does not break down over time like other tint options, meaning you won’t experience bubbling, peeling, or curling like you may with dye film. It is also color stable and won’t change colors or fade when exposed to sunlight. While the lifespan of most car window tints is roughly 5 years, ceramic tint lasts closer to 10 years!
Car enthusiasts agree that there is a noticeable difference between ceramic tint and other window tint options. Unlike dye film, there are no color inconsistencies or the cheap “sticker” look. Ceramic tint does not reflect like metallic options and offers a color-stable charcoal-hued tint wherever it’s applied. Want to see for yourself? Drop by your local Jet Black Tint and experience the ceramic difference.
Jet Black Tint is proud to carry Solar Gard® ceramic window tints to enhance and protect your vehicle investment. Upgrade your ride and book your installation today!