Window Tint
SunTek Automotive Tint
We work with SunTek Automotive Tint. We like its metal-free ceramic or carbon film technology, which keeps GPS, satellite radio and cellular phone signals free from interference. We also like the durability and limited warranty that SunTek provides. Contact us today to get a personalized quote on a window tint for your car.
Ceramic Tints
CIR Series
CIR Benefits
The CIR Series is SunTek’s ultimate evolution in tint technology and their most premium, top-performing offering. This series builds on the benefits of our popular CXP™ Series of automotive tints, with a combination of advanced ceramic and non-metal, nano-hybrid carbon technology.
The addition of ceramic technology enhances solar performance and infrared rejection with carbon hybrid tints, maintaining a fully non-metal construction for no signal interference with on-board or portable electronic devices.
The CIR Series is offered in a range of 8 darkness levels, all a non-reflective and true black hue that helps protect against fading. Living with CIR after installation is nothing short of luxurious. Passengers and interiors are protected from 99% of UV rays, and vehicle cabin comfort is enhanced, with exceptional heat and infrared rejection.
* Contact a manufacturer’s representative or see an authorized dealer for manufacturer’s limited warranty details.
CIR Tint Shade Examples
SunTek CIR comes in these 8 Visible Light Transmission percentage (VLT%) levels: 5 – 20 – 30 – 40 – 50 – 60 – 70 – 80
Carbon Tints
CXP™ & Carbon Series
No matter which series you choose to install, be confident in the tint’s ability to stand the test of time. It’s a non-reflective, rich black that’s backed by manufacturer’s limited lifetime warranty, including protection against fading. Both films block 99% of harmful UV rays.
The difference between CXP and Carbon is that CXP works hardest to maintain interior vehicle comfort, with a higher level of solar energy rejection. This translates to better heat rejection and glare reduction, which will be a priority for vehicle owners who spend more time on the road, are concerned about interior cracking and fading, or prefer to feel a more significant temperature difference after upgrading automotive glass with window tint.
CXP Tint Shade Examples
SunTek CXP comes in these 8 Visible Light Transmission percentage (VLT%) levels: 5 – 18 – 25 – 35 – 45 – 55 – 70 – 80
Tint for Tesla Model 3
For the back window of Tesla Model 3, we tint the entire window or part of the window. Pricing depends on whether you have a partial or full window tint. Give us a call for more information.
Washington State Tint Laws
The main Washington State law governing window tint is RCW 46.37.430 – Safety glazing—Sunscreening or coloring.
How Dark Can Windows Be In Washington State?
The percent of visible light allowed through your car windows is called VLT: Visible Light Transmission. The percentage of light allowed through your film and glass in Washington is different for sedan cars and SUV/vans.
Tint darkness for Sedans:
- Windshield: Non-reflective tint is allowed on top 6 inches of the windshield.
- Front/Back/Rear windows: Must allow more than 24% of light in.
Tint darkness for SUV/Vans:
- Windshield: Non-reflective tint is allowed on top 6 inches of the windshield.
- Front Side windows: Must allow more than 24% of light in.
- Back Side & Rear windows: Any darkness can be used.
Window Tint Reflection
Window tint can reflect incoming light and reduce glare and heat. The window tint reflection law for Sedans/SUVs/Vans cannot be more than 35% reflective.
Other Washington Window Tint Rules And Regulations:
- Side Mirrors: Dual side mirrors are required if back window is tinted.
- Restricted Colors: Yellow, red and amber window tints are not allowed.
- Certificates: Film manufacturers need to certify the film they sell in the state of Washington. Check with your dealer if they are using certified film.
- Stickers: The sticker to identify legal tinting is required between the film & glass on the driver’s side window.
- Medical Exceptions: Medical exemptions for special tint is allowed.
Because tinting laws and regulations may be interpreted differently in your county or place of residence, we recommend double-checking our information with your local DMV or law enforcement authorities.
Tint Care Instructions
- Windows need to stay up for 3 days.
- Water pockets and haziness can last up to a month but typically dry in a week, weather depending.
- No ammonia cleaners like Windex.
- Tint is scratch resistant, not scratch proof. Don’t throw seatbelts at the glass, and watch out for keys, rings and watches. Basically scratches are the only thing not covered by tint warranty.