A ceramic window tint might not be as new as other tinted window options, but the benefits have been well documented. The appearance and function of your car can go hand in hand. If done right, a vehicle’s colour and reflective finish can give it a competitive edge over other cars on the road. But if you’re like many people and want to apply your custom tint to reduce UV rays from reaching your car’s windows, you’ll probably be shelling out the extra cash for a custom install. Luckily, there are plenty of affordable ways to get the same results as an experienced tint expert with thousands of dollars.

Read on to learn more about ceramic tint, its advantages and its potential drawbacks before making your decision.

 

What is a ceramic tint?

Ceramic tint is a type of window tinting applied using a unique applicator and can be very expensive. These types of tinting are usually custom-made to fit specific vehicles and can take months to years to complete. While tint that is custom-made to fit your car is usually more expensive, there are plenty of affordable ways to get the same results as an experienced tint expert with thousands of dollars to spend. Tint shops often advertise their “no-hassle” or “no delay” quotes, which aren’t honest. Tint shops want you to think that they can put a colour on your car that you request, but they can’t. The best way to go about this is to shop around and find a few shops that you trust. Then, ask a few questions and make sure to let the shop know how much clear your windshield should be so that they can make sure to get it right.

 

How is a ceramic tint applied?

Ceramic tint is applied in a variety of ways. Some shops will apply a film of tint over the existing Windows in just a few hours, while others will require full satisfaction before even beginning the process. Most custom tint shops use a unique applicator to apply the tint and will have you use it while they apply the tint. Once they’ve applied the tint, they’ll usually let you sit back and relax while completing the rest of the work on the car. Some shops will even have you put the car in “permanent” mode so that they have a better chance of getting the colour you want on the car.

 

Advantages of ceramic tint

• Easier to install: Unlike many other glasses and translucent window treatments, a canvas of film will easily stick to the glass and provide a barrier that protects the colour from getting dirty or smudged. This makes it much easier to clean your car windows since there won’t be any dust and grime getting in the way. This also means that you don’t have to spend a fortune to get the same results as a professional.
• Zero hassle: Tint shops want you to think that they can put a colour on your car that you request, but they can’t. The best way to go about this is to shop around and find a few shops that you trust. Then, ask a few questions and let the shop know how much clear your windshield should be so that they can make sure to get it right.
• Noise: While there is a possibility that some folks will complain about the appearance of a custom tint, most will think it’s pretty darn cool. And if you’re on the fence about whether or not you want to go with a custom tint, we’d encourage you to go with it.

 

Disadvantages of ceramic tint

• More Expensive: While there are many advantages to ceramic tint, it does come at a cost. This is probably the most significant disadvantage to ceramic tint and is something that you’ll have to decide if it’s worth it to you. Most of the time, it is. However, if you’re looking for an inexpensive way to reduce UV rays from reaching your car, you might want to look elsewhere.
• Harder to Install: While it’s not too difficult to install a custom tint, it is probably worth the extra effort. This is because it gives you more opportunity to get it perfect, and it can add that little something that makes your car stand out.

If you want to give your car that extra edge on the road but don’t have the cash or experience to have a professional install your custom tint, there are plenty of affordable ways to go about it. These types of tinting are usually custom-made to fit specific vehicles and can take months to complete. While custom tint is usually more expensive, there are plenty of affordable ways to get the same results as an experienced window tint expert with thousands of dollars to spend.