We've all seen cars with dark tinted glass before. They give off an air of mystery and allure. On limousines, the dark tint keeps whoever is inside shrouded in privacy, so gawkers can't see in. You have to admit, whenever you see a car or truck with tinted windows, you think it looks pretty cool. After all, having your car windows tinted makes the vehicle look sleek, stylish and mysterious. But there are many more benefits to having your windows tinted than visual appeal.
Take, for instance, the protection from UV light. Ultra Violet light exposure is harmful to the fabric and the leather or plastic trim on the interior of the car. Over time, prolonged exposure to UV light and heat from the sun can cause cracking and fading of plastic trim, as well as fading and drying of fabric. The entire interior of the car may become brittle and deteriorate more quickly without the UV light protection tinted windows provide. Furthermore, the tinted glass keeps the driver and passengers safe from UV light, too. We've all had nasty, uneven sunburns from riding in a car without tinted windows. Having your auto glass tinted will keep your skin safe from burns while riding in the car. No more half-a-leg or one-arm sunburns!
More importantly, however, is the reduction of UV light that is able to reach small children. The sun's glare is distracting enough for drivers, but for babies and children can be harmful to their eyesight. Tinted windows significantly reduce this glare so your child can ride comfortably in your car, and you won't have to rely on sunshades to keep your child's eyesight safe.
Another huge benefit to having tinted auto glass is the privacy. When your vehicle's windows are tinted, it is difficult to see inside. The reason why limousine windows are tinted is precisely for this reason. The person riding inside expects a certain level of privacy, and if you've ever tried to see inside a window of a limousine, you know that it is next to impossible to do. Imagine a criminal wants to break into a car to steal the valuables inside. The burglar will break into a car only if he can see what is inside. He wouldn't want to steal what he can't see. While you shouldn't leave valuables in your car, it is good to have that added level of security to ward off potential thieves.
If you are interested in having your car windows tinted, make sure you know the law in your state. Many states regulate how dark windows can be tinted. A reputable auto glass shop will know the maximum tint grade allowed by law and should not install anything over that legal limit. Also be sure to discuss with the window-tinting technician the different options of film. You'll enjoy how much more appealing your car is visually, and you'll be able to take advantage of all the practical benefits tinted windows have to offer.
