Unlike window tint/film, factory tint is a pigment within the glass that’s installed during the manufacturing process. There is no way to remove the tint from the glass. Of course, there are clear window films for heat rejection you can use over the factory tint if you wish to do so.
Black Pearl Nano-Ceramic is an IR film that offers advanced heat rejection technology through its nano-particle ceramic construction.
What is BMW privacy glass?
WHAT IS PRIVACY GLASS? Privacy glass (sometimes called ‘factory tint’) is a special type of glass that has been darkened at the factory by the car manufacturer. Instead of using a window film, the glass itself is dyed and usually does not have high heat rejection properties.
Why do luxury cars have tinted windows?
This is one of the main reasons people actually tint their windows: appearance. Dark films, interesting shades, textures – all these things can boost the cool factor on your luxury car to out-of-world proportions. It also helps reduce the ability to look into the vehicle, giving you well deserved privacy.
The most expensive type is ceramic film, which uses nano-sized ceramic particles instead of carbon or metal. It blocks more infrared radiation and heat from entering the car than carbon films, and it’s very durable and long lasting.
Does tint make car look better?
Darkened windows can do a lot for a car by helping to improve its appearance without making major changes to the body or paint job. Dark windows makes other aspects of the car stand out, while also providing solar control benefits.
Should luxury cars tint?
Tinting your exotic car windows is beneficial in a variety of ways. It enhances privacy and security and reduces the impact of UV sun rays, including UVA rays, which are the leading cause of cancer.
Why do older cars have purple tint?
Here’s why: Overtime, a dyed window film gets bleached by the sun, causing it to turn colors like purple, pink, or even completely clear. As this happens over time, the film will stop blocking the sun’s UV and infrared rays, allowing them to pass through your windows.
Why do cars have blue tint?
Blue Tints Provide Extra Sun Protection
Most cars already have a blue tint near the top six inches of the windshield for sun protection. Unfortunately, this color also attracts the attention of state governments.
What is the purple tint on windshield?
You may have infrared-reflective windshield glass on your vehicle if this is the case. You might be able to tell by the purple-ish haze that appears when viewed from outside the vehicle, but this solar glass is more than an anti-glare windshield.
What you’re seeing from the outside is an effect from coatings on the glass for UV and IR protection. I can assure you it’s gradual and you can’t see it from inside the car.
Why are some windshields pink?
Once the vehicle is inspected the vendor places a pink dot on the windshield in the lower left corner to indicate that that vehicle has been inspected.
Why does my ceramic tint look purple?
The reason that cheap window tints fade and turn purple over time is that low-grade window film uses mounting adhesive and dye components break down over time when subject to UV rays and extreme heat.
Does tint fade over time?
Yes, most car window tints fade from 99% down to 70% within five years of installation. However, the quality of the material can affect the “fade rate.” Lower quality materials will fade faster. Higher quality materials will fade slower.
Why do tints fade?
The Amount of Direct Sunlight to which the Car is Exposed
As your film absorbs and reflects that energy, the UV radiation can cause the tint to fade. While you’ll shield the rest of your car from deteriorating in the sun, the film may eventually lighten as the years go by.
How long does tint last on a car?
Standard window tint films will last around five years and are relatively affordable. High-quality tints consisting of polyester, metal, or ceramic will cost more but last significantly longer. Avoid cheap window tints as they’ll need replacing every one to two years.
How to Tell if it’s Time to Replace the Window Tint
Bubbles, Bulges, and Air Pockets in the Tint.
Edges Are Peeling.
Holes in the Tint.
Scratched Surface.
Discoloration or Uneven Fading.
Adhesive Begins to Fail.
How do you clean factory tinted windows?
Does rain affect new tint?
And, as the tint is on the inside of your car’s windows and not the outside, and the windows are closed, the rain can’t get into your car and it won’t mess up your new tint. Tinting is, providing you do as you’re instructed, completely rainproof.
What can you not do after getting your windows tinted?
You also shouldn’t roll down the windows right after your tint service, as this can scrape film from the glass before it’s had time to cure. But once the film has completely dried (two to four days in the summer, or three to four weeks in the winter), you can roll your windows down again.