Is Ceramic Car Window Tinting Worth the Extra Cost?
This option is a top choice for those looking to stay cool in the summer heat
With summer temperatures on the rise, now might be a good time to consider window tinting for your car. With various options available, ceramic-based tinting has become a premium choice—but is it worth the premium price?
“In general, ceramic is more effective than traditional tint,” says Mike Crossen, a Consumer Reports auto technician. “It’s going to block a higher percentage of UV light, which will keep the car cooler and slow the fading of your car’s interior. It also adds protection from the sun’s rays without the need for darker tint. You can have a lighter tint that still offers superior protection.”
Ceramic window tinting is a process that uses multilayered film that’s infused with microscopic nonconductive ceramic particles. Manufacturers claim that ceramic tinting blocks 99.9 percent of ultraviolet rays. The installation process involves the same amount of labor as nonceramic options, but ceramic tinting usually costs several hundred dollars more than other methods.
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