The film guide
Film quality is the difference between a good job and a great one. Here is exactly how dyed, carbon, and ceramic film compare, and how to choose the shade that looks right and stays legal.
Dyed, carbon, and ceramic
Three families of film, three very different levels of performance. The right one depends on how much heat rejection, clarity, and longevity you want.
Dyed Film
The clean, classic look
Dyed film places a layer of color between an adhesive and a protective top coat. It delivers a rich, non reflective finish and solid glare control at the friendliest price, which makes it a smart first upgrade for any daily driver.
- Heat rejected (TSER)
- Up to 35 percent
- Infrared rejected
- Up to 10 percent
- UV blocked
- 99 percent
- Shades (VLT)
- 5 to 50 percent
- Warranty
- 5 year limited
Best for. Style and glare control on a budget
Carbon Film
The performance sweet spot
Carbon film uses carbon particles instead of dye, so it rejects far more heat and never fades, bubbles, or turns purple over time. You get a deep matte finish, real comfort, and a color that holds for the life of the film.
- Heat rejected (TSER)
- Up to 50 percent
- Infrared rejected
- Up to 55 percent
- UV blocked
- 99 percent
- Shades (VLT)
- 5 to 50 percent
- Warranty
- Lifetime
Best for. Drivers who want lasting heat rejection and looks
Ceramic Film
The flagship, no compromises
Ceramic film is built from nano ceramic particles that block the maximum amount of heat and infrared energy while staying crystal clear. It is the coolest, sharpest, and most advanced film we install, with zero interference for your phone, GPS, or sensors.
- Heat rejected (TSER)
- Up to 60 percent
- Infrared rejected
- Up to 90 percent
- UV blocked
- 99 percent
- Shades (VLT)
- 5 to 50 percent
- Warranty
- Lifetime
Best for. Maximum comfort, clarity, and protection
Figures are representative ranges. Exact specs vary by film line. Ask us for the data sheet on any product.
What premium film actually does
Tint is not only about looks. Here is how quality film handles the sun, turning away heat and UV while keeping your view clear.
Blocks 99 percent of UV
The rays that fade your interior and age your skin are stopped at the glass.
Rejects infrared heat
Ceramic film turns away the infrared that makes a parked car an oven, so the cabin stays cooler.
Keeps your view clear
Visible light still comes through, so your view stays bright and true with no haze.
Specialty films we install
Window tint is only the start. We also install protection and decorative films for vehicles, homes, and businesses.
Paint Protection Film (PPF)
A clear, self healing urethane layer that takes the rock chips, scratches, and road rash so your factory paint never has to. Available for high impact areas or the full vehicle.
- Self healing clear coat
- Guards against chips and scratches
- Preserves resale value
Security and Safety Film
A thicker, tear resistant film that holds shattered glass together on impact, slowing break ins and protecting people from flying glass during storms.
- Holds glass together on impact
- Slows forced entry
- Storm and safety rated
Decorative and Frost Film
Frosted, gradient, and custom cut films that add privacy, branding, and a refined finish to homes, offices, and storefronts without losing natural light.
- Custom frost and gradients
- Logos and branding
- Daytime privacy
Find your perfect tint in three taps
Answer three quick questions and we will point you to the film and shade that fit how you drive.
Question 1 of 3
What matters most to you?
Find your perfect shade
VLT, or visible light transmittance, is how much light a tint lets through. A lower number means a darker shade. Try a few to see the difference.
Shade simulator
Dark shade
Our most popular shade. Sharp looks with strong privacy.
Shades shown are for reference. We help you choose a look that stays within Georgia tint law for each window before we install.
Wondering what is legal in Georgia? Read the Georgia tint law guide.
Manufacturer backed, lifetime warranty
- XPEL
- 3M
- SunTek
- LLumar
- Solar Gard
We install only premium grade films from the most trusted names in the industry, each backed by a manufacturer warranty against bubbling, peeling, and fading.
Tint questions, answered
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