![]() State laws govern what colors can be used to tint windows, with all 50 states allowing charcoal and black. Reflectivity is regulated to prevent completely polarized or reflective windows that would pose a threat to other drivers and pedestrians. California law restricts reflectivity in car window tint to what comes standard on the vehicle by the manufacturer, meaning you cannot add any reflectiveness to what exists. ![]() Reflectivity allowance varies from state to state from none allowed to 35%. Reflective glass or tint is annealed glass or film that has a thin layer of metallic coating to reduce sun glare without affecting how much light penetrates the surface. The less light that penetrates the windows means less visibility for the driver, especially in low light conditions. VTL is regulated in most states as a safety issue as we discussed earlier. In California, the darkest tint allowed by law on the windshield and front side windows is 70% and there is no restriction on the rear side and back windows. VTL is expressed as a percentage, where 80-100% VTL is very light tint that allows most of the sunlight to permeate. Visible Light Transmission (VLT) is a measurement of the amount of visible light that can transmit through a material. Tint laws focus on several main areas including visibility, location, and light penetration. This makes sense - you need to be able to see where you are going and what’s going on around you. Most tint laws acknowledge the value of window tints’ role in reducing health risks within a vehicle and allow for the strongest UV-blocking tint that doesn’t affect visibility. And, while blacking out windows helps provide privacy for those within the vehicle, it makes routine traffic stops dangerous for law enforcement officers and can make it impossible to view people, children, or pets in danger trapped in a vehicle. Reflective tint can pose visual concerns for other drivers and passersby when the sunlight or external lights reflect off of the film. A darker tint can make it challenging to see street signs, stoplights, and effectively use your peripheral vision. Too dark tint makes it difficult for drivers to see and react in low-light situations and poses a threat to pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorcyclists, especially between dusk and dawn. While we don’t necessarily agree with or endorse the various tint laws, it’s important to acknowledge the rationale behind them. However, like most laws, they exist for a reason. Why Tint Laws Existįor the average person who wants to tint their car windows for aesthetic reasons, or the normal Californian who desires refuge from the sun in their vehicle, tint laws may seem like a bizarre existence. In today’s post, we’ll follow up on some of the questions we are frequently asked and attempt to explain the laws as compared to other states. If you haven’t already, check out our post that delves into the specifics of California tint laws. If you’re a regular to our blog or have called us to ask about window tint installation, you may have learned about some of the restrictions imposed by the State of California regarding your tint.
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