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Window Tint FAQs

Need to know an answer to a window tinting questions? Lets go! â€‹â€‹We get questions every day about car window tinting and we're about to answer all of the most frequently asked questions here. 

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If you're looking to find out if your window tints are legal or how much your window tints are, you've come to the right place. 

1. Is it legal to tint car windows in the UK?

Yes, you can tint your car window in the UK,but there are legal limits you need to keep in consideration depending on the car window being tinted.

2. Can I tint my front windows in the UK?

Yes and no - UK Traffic Laws require the front side windows to allow at least 70% of light through to be compliant with UK legislations. Speak to our team about road legal front window tints. 

3. Can I tint my back windows as dark as I want?

Yes - The rear side windows and rear window can be tinted as dark as you like. We reccommend 5% limo tint for the ultimate privacy and looks. 

4. What are the benefits of tinting my windows?

Window tinting comes with a ton of benefits, here are them below; 

  • Reduce heat in the vehicle (Great for summers day!) 

  • Reduce glare inside the vehicle

  • Increase privacy, especially if you leave belongings in the vehicle

  • Improved look and styling of your vehicle

  • UV Protection - Our films block 99.9% of UV rays, helping protect your skin and cars interior. 

  • Smash protection against vehicle theft and damage

5. Does window tinting affect my insurance?

Yes and no - Window tinting is classed as a modification to the vehicle so we always recommend contacting your insurance provider, however most insurance companies are aware of window tinting and this should not affect your cover or cost to declare them as a modification.

6. How much is car window tinting?

Our car window tinting packages start from £79.00 inc VAT. The full range of car window tinting packages can be found below:

7. Is Chameleon Windscreen Tint road legal in the UK?

Yes - Our chameleon windscreen tint is fully road legal in the UK as it allows 75% of light to pass through, complying with British road laws. We offer 5 different colours of chameleon windscreen tint which you can find below:

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20 Harvey Close

Crowther Industrial Estate 

Washington

NE38 0AB

Opening Hours

Mon - Fri:  9:30am - 5pm

Saturday:  10am - 4pm 

Sunday:  Closed

About Us

Tints Window Tinting was established in 1996 and quickly became the largest Car Window Tinting Specialists in the North East of England. 

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With over 25 years in the car window tinting industry, Tints Window Tinting is the best place to have your car windows tinted.

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