Southern Californa brings an abundance of sunshine and warm weather. Unfortunately, it also brings a lot traffic and time spent in the car. Tinting automobile windows provide privacy and can help reduce temperatures inside of your vehicle by up to 70%. Tinting can also block harmful UV rays from the sun, which helps to keep the interior of the vehicle in better shape. Keep reading for more information about options for Auto Tinting in Upland.
Need to Follow the Law
California has its own set of specific laws on auto tinting. The law is the same regardless of the type of vehicle that you drive. Tinting is measured by the amount of light in percentages that is allowed to pass through the window. This is referred to as VLT. The windshield may have a transparent or non-reflective strip on the top 4 inches of the windshield. The front side windows must allow a minimum of 70% or 70 VLT of the light into the vehicle. Do not tint darker than this. Rear windows and back side windows may have any level of tinting, so you can choose as dark of a tint as you prefer.
Reflective tinting film will reflect light out. However, they are not legal in California. Side mirrors may be tinted, however, you would be required to have dual-side mirrors if that is the case. The only other restriction in California is related to tint colors. Red or amber tint film is not legal to have on the front windshield. Drivers are required to have a signed statement by their auto tint installer indicating the VLT and clearly showing the tint manufacturer’s name and address. Keep this documentation in your vehicle for easy access when you have your vehicle inspection completed.
Tinting for Homes
Automobiles are not the only windows that can benefit from window tinting. Residential windows also have a tinting application. Tinting home windows have many of the same benefits as automobile tinting. There is increased privacy, blocking harmful UV rays from damaging your home’s interior, reducing cooling costs from your air conditioner, and provide safety for your family as some tinting films make it difficult for invaders to break the glass to enter your home.
For more information about your residential and Auto Tinting in Upland, contact Tint City.