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Old Nov 23, 2023 | 02:15 PM
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Hello. I am thinking of having the windows tinted. Here in Texas, the front windows must allow more than 25% of light in. Don't know if I should go with same shade all around? or darker tint in the back and lighter up front. Please post any photos you have of your tinted car and what shade you have on. Thanks
This thread is 11 years old mate, you might get a better response by starting a new one
 
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Old Dec 2, 2023 | 01:56 PM
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Originally Posted by geteh
Hello. I am thinking of having the windows tinted. Here in Texas, the front windows must allow more than 25% of light in. Don't know if I should go with same shade all around? or darker tint in the back and lighter up front. Please post any photos you have of your tinted car and what shade you have on. Thanks
Did it to a coupe recently and went through the dilemma of tint/no-tint for personal design aesthetics vs. uv protection of the interior & occupants. There is clear UV protection which will give the windows a light blue tint (think BMW/Mercedes in early 2000's). Ultimately, went with a light tint (30% Xpel). Even on the coupe with smaller greenhouse the tint looks moderate in daylight and in direct light looks like a light shade more than tint, it is very reasonable.

Note* the highest UV protection film from Xpel (99%) will have a blue hue to it. I opted for the lesser UV protection film from Xpel (95%) which has a black hue.
 
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