What kind of tint to choose?
Plunging into the abyss of virtual spaces, we absorb so much information about what types of car window tinting exist that after an hour or two, it seems to us that we know almost everything about car tinting.
Features of any method of car tinting
But, as soon as the browser window closes, we sit and think how great it is that the ways to tint a car are so diverse, but for me personally, what should I choose? Let's try to systematize the information received together in order to choose the most optimal type of car window tinting for ourselves.
All the presented tinting methods have their own technical and operational parameters and properties that are different from each other, so it is at least incorrect to compare which tinting is better and which is worse. Therefore, we give the pros and cons common to all.
In the asset of car tinting:
- Comfort while in the car - reduces the influx of bright sunlight and UV radiation.
- Direct benefit - contributes to the preservation of the original appearance of the interior, does not allow it to fade, which means it saves money, protecting the budget from the cost of reupholstering the interior.
- Safety - protects the interior of the car from prying eyes, and what is especially important in a collision, does not allow glass fragments to scatter and injure people in the cabin.
- And finally, it's just beautiful - a tinted car takes on its own, only its inherent nuances, becomes more individual, different from its counterparts in make and model. Or maybe we just think so?
In passive car tinting:
- Makes it difficult to see at night, especially when reversing.
- It closes the view for surrounding drivers when passing intersections, that is, you will not be able to control the situation one step ahead if a car with tinted windows closes in front of you or to the side.
- You are systematically attacked by traffic police officers, proving to them that you have passed MOT and glass tinting meets the requirements of GOST. Humiliating procedure. Although, there is always a reason to stop.
Types of car window tinting
Electronic tinting. This miracle toning costs a lot of money. As soon as it is not called: adjustable car tinting, smart glass, electric tinting. Given its cost and not fully understood characteristics, little is used so far. Let's just say that for a middle-class car, adjustable car tinting is still too expensive. Light transmission is fully compliant. Except for the case when smart glass acquires a mirror tint. And in accordance with the requirements of GOST for tinting vehicles - mirror tinting of car windows is prohibited.
Spray tinting (magnetron or plasma spraying) is the exclusive prerogative of production, and in no case agree to carry out spray tinting in garages or dubious industries.
Car tinting film - this is perhaps one of the most common and most optimal options. Thanks to the choice of tint films from different manufacturers, and the relatively simple installation procedure, you are able to tint your car yourself. The main thing is to make the right choice of tint film.
Removable toning car windows - no less relevant. By and large, removable tinting on cars is becoming an increasingly relevant type of tinting, especially in the face of constant persecution of motorists. Removable car tinting is quite simple to make.
A transparent plastic base (0,5-1mm) is cut to fit the glass. No tint film applied. Your taste is not limited. Gray, black, colored tinted car windows - whatever. Then this sheet is attached to the glass with double-sided tape, and that's it. Only manage to shoot when stopped by a traffic cop.
Art toning car windows are your inner worldview outside. Art glass tinting is carried out by a special technology of applying films to glass, resulting in: tinted beauty. In this case, yes. You are guaranteed to become a star of the district, and both admiring girls and interested state traffic inspectors will pay attention to your car. Here you can choose - beauty requires sacrifice.
By and large, expert advice boils down to the fact that the best option for tinting car windows is the use of tint films - the price matches the quality, and the requirements of the law are observed. It's hard to decide, but the choice is yours.
Good luck to you lovers of your car.
