Tinting film is usually a very thin layer of clear polyester film with tinting agents such as dyes and/or metals infused onto the film. Once this tinting film is applied to a window, how outside visible light comes through that window becomes altered. Normal auto glass without any tint applied will Reflect around 5% of visible light (known as VLR%), Absorb another 5% (known as VLA%), and Transmits 90% of visible light (known as VLT%) into the car.

With proper tinting, a vehicle's interior cabin can be up to 60% cooler during hot summer days. But, the biggest difference you will find is during extremely hot days, when you begin to feel your air conditioning cool down your vehicle alot faster than normal and you will also notice that the air conditioning does not have to work as hard to maintain a cool comfortable environment. This all equates to better driver and passenger comfort as well as some added fuel savings.

Window tint blocks harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun which have proven to cause skin cancer. Tinting your car can eliminate up to 99% of these damaging rays.

One of the most common causes of physical harm during any vehicle accident is from the explosive glass shattering around you upon impact. Window tint bonds to the glass and may possibly hold the glass together during an accident, shielding the occupants in the vehicle.

Window tint absorbs light from the outside, thus reducing any blinding glare from the sun, snow, water, reflections, as well as from the headlights of other vehicles. This increases driver awareness and reduces driver fatigue, helping you drive more safely.

Common thieves target your vehicle by the contents left in plain sight. Window tint can help hide any of your valuables you may have forgotten in your vehicle.

Excessive solar heat and harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays will cause any upholstery to crack and fade over time. Window tint acts as a sunscreen and prolongs the lifetime of your upholstery.

The percentage is the unit of measure for Visible Light Transmission (VLT) and basically refers to the darkness of window film. Simply put, the lower the percentage of the window film applied; the darker the window will appear. For example, applying 20% VLT film to your windows will allow less light to pass through the glass and appear darker than applying a 50% VLT film.

Window tint may take up to 30 days to fully dry. During the drying process it is normal for windows to have small water bubbles or to appear hazy or milky. These aberrations will evaporate and disappear with exposure to direct sunlight.

Yes, clean window film just like a normal window using store bought cleaner, squeegees and soft paper towels. Just no razor blades or abrasives.

There is a scratch resistant coating on the film. However, the film can be scratched or punctured with keys, watches, rings, safety belt buckles, etc. Scratches caused by user neglect are not covered by warranty. Take

No, your window tint is on the inside of the glass. The decal is applied to the outside of the glass.

This is because the installation was performed by an inexperienced person. T here are special techniques, procedures and equipment used to ensure that bubbling will not occur. At Malcolm's Tinting, we always have an experienced installer doing the work for you. In fact, our installation is GUARANTEED not to bubble for the lifetime of your vehicle.

Yes, window tint can be removed at any time after installation. However, it must be scraped off entirely. It is a messy job. Please call us if you require a removal. We would be more than happy to assist you.

Low-E films block about 44% of the ultraviolet light, while Vista window films block 99.9%. Generally, any type of glass can be improved with our films, but discussing your particular situation with our friendly and knowledgeable staff through a complimentary consultation would certainly be the best way to weigh your options.

ACE security film is five times thicker than most window tint. In addition, ACE security film also uses a pressure sensitive adhesive that forms a physical bond with glass. The combination of increased thickness and aggressive adhesive greatly increases the ability to absorb the energy of an impact and keep the glass intact.

Aside from enhancing your vehicle?s appearance and value there are many other benefits to having your windows tinted. Tinted windows block 99% of skin damaging ultraviolet (UV) rays and rejects up to 58% of the sun?s heat to help you stay cool during the hot summer months. Not only does window tint help to preserve the interior of your vehicle but it also improves driver vision by reducing glare and eyestrain.

In order to stay compliant with Maryland state window tint laws, the front, back, and rear windows must not be darker than 35% VLT. Vehicles with non-compliant windows, window film that is less than 35% VLT, have the potential of being pulled over and fined by a police officer.

Yes, but we advise against it. Without the appropriate experience, tools, and materials, window tint adhesive can be very difficult to completely remove. In addition, tint removal requires extreme care especially when dealing with the rear window since defroster and antennae lines are extremely susceptible to damage.