Automotive Window Tinting
Sun Shield Window Tint providing window tinting service to the greater Houston area for many years. Here, at Sun Shield Window Tint our customers are extremely important. It is why, Sun Shield Window Tint would like to inform our customers and make aware of Houston, TX Tint Laws. Many people in Houston are not aware about the tint laws in Houston and end up paying a high price. A ticket for illegal tint can be very expensive. Why take the risk?
What Are the Tint Laws in Houston, TX?
AUTOMOTIVE WINDSHIELD
Automotive Window Tint or sunscreening devices
- Automotive Window Tint cannot extend downward beyond the AS-1 line; or
- Auto Window Tint cannot extend more than 5 inches from the top of the windshield without an AS-1 line.
- If sunscreening devices are used above the AS-1 area of the windshield, the light transmittance value must be 25% or more;
- The luminous reflectance of any additional sunscreening devices used must be 25% or less;
- Sunscreening device cannot be red, blue or amber in color.
AUTOMOTIVE SIDE WINDOWS
All side tinted windows must have at least 25% light transmittance and luminous reflectance of 25% or less, over the entire surface area of the window.
*AUTOMOTIVE REAR (BACK WINDSHIELD) WINDOW
- If vehicle has left and right outside mirrors, there is no minimum light transmission requirement. Your back windshield is the only window that can be tinted as dark as possible (Limo Tint)
- If not equipped with both outside mirrors, the rear window must have no less than 25% light transmittance and a luminous reflectance of 25% or less.
- The manufacturers installed glazing shade band is excluded.
DOES MY WINDOW REQUIRES A WINDOW TINT LABEL?
SUNSCREENING DEVICES PERMITTED.
A sunscreening device must have a label that:
- is legible;
- contains information required by the department on light transmission and luminous reflectance of the device; and
- is permanently installed between the material and the surface to which the material is applied.
Note: This label should be provided by the installer.
Window Tinting Exemptions
Motorists may request a medical exemption for window tinting requirements from the Texas Department of Public Safety by sending a written request and a signed statement from a licensed physician or licensed optometrist. This statement should state that it is his or her opinion that the exemption is necessary to safeguard the motorist’s health
For more information please visit Texas Department of public safety
Posted 11 months ago at 11:30 pm. 1 comment
Sugar Land, Pearland, Galveston and Greater Houston area, Sun Shield Window Tint can help you protect your Home with residential window tinting. There are many benefits of home window tinting, which is the process of appliying solar window film to the interior side of windows. The primary purpose of solar window film is to deflect the direct sunlight and heat. There are a number of reasons that you might want to do this…
Defend the health and comfort of you and your family
Excessive exposure to direct sunlight is just bad for you. It can cause deterioration of the skin which leads to premature aging. It can also cause dry skin which involves itchiness and rashes, not to mention the increased chance of skin cancer.
- Residential window tinting blocks 99% of the ultraviolet light that causes such damage. It is a good idea to control your exposure to sun as much as possible. Save the sunlight exposure for doing fun things outside. Protect your home from the vicious rays.
Protect the interior of your house
Sunlight that comes into the house is phenomenal for fading carpet, drapes and furniture. The heat from it can also damage electronics and digital items and cause wood to warp.
- In addition to its blocking power, solar residetial window tinting can passively reflect and absorb up to 77% of incoming solar heat which keeps it from entering the house. Don’t put up with damage from “natural elements” inside your home. Protect your investments, keep them in excellent shape and make them last longer.
Improve finances by conserving energy
Solar residential window tinting decreases the heat that comes in from the outside which make it easier and cheaper to keep the house cool in the summer. It also has an insulating effect that will keep in the heat in the house during the winter, which will drastically decrease your electrical bill.
For 2009 only, the federal government is giving everybody a 30% off tax credit for home window tint. Consumers who purchases qualifying energy control window tinting for residential use from Jan. 1, 2009 to Dec. 31, 2009 are eligible for 2009 tax credit up to $1500 per taxpayer.
Guard your privacy
Privacy matters, but why would you want to keep your shades pulled down all the time? Home window tinting ensures that privacy during the day and it doesn’t block your view of the world!
- Home window tint comes in many different types. If you want to protect the privacy inside your home, choose a tint with a higher reflective rate. That way, you can see out but you can’t see in during the day. At night it does not ensure as much privacy, so it is good to close the blinds at night after you’ve enjoyed the view all day!
Make your home more attractive
Residential window tinting can make your home look better from the outside. Curb appeal is important to most homeowners. When decorating the inside of house, you are not going to use curtains that don’t match in one room. So, why would the outside of your house show different colors of curtains?
- Home window tint will block or obscure the view of the things that are inside the house for the exterior (depending on its reflectivity). Solar window film comes in many colors and shades as well so it can complement your home’s style.
Sun Shield Window Tint can meet all your tinting needs and help you with any window tinting project. Call us today (281) 748 – 5660 to speak to one of our representatives or make your appointment for a free consultation
Posted 11 months ago at 1:36 pm. Add a comment
The 2009 American Recovery and Reinvestment Act reinstated federal tax cuts for consumers who make certain energy-efficient improvements to their home. For 2009, window film has been added to the list of improvements. Now anyone who has purchased qualifying solar control window film between Jan. 1 and Dec. 31, 2009 can receive a 2009 tax credit. For those who have not yet purchased film, they still have time. give Sun Shield Window Tint a call (281) 748 – 5660 and get the product install before Dec. 31, 2009 to receive a 2009 tax credit.
Money in Your Pocket
A tax credit is more valuable than a tax deduction. Tax credits directly reduces your income tax, unlike a deduction, which reduces the amount of income subject to tax. The credit then directly increases the tax refund you receive or decreases the amount you have to pay. Homeowners can receive a 30% credit on the costs of window film, up to $1500. Installation charges do not apply.
Making it Simple
Complete 2009 version of IRS form 5695 and file 2009 Income Tax Returns by April 15, 2010. Forms will be available for downloadable at www.energystar.gov or www.irs.gov, along with a list of other available energy efficiency tax credits. Maintain copies of the dealer invoice for the window film product, separated by cost for film and installation. Installation costs are not elegible for the tax credit. You will also need a copy of the manufacturer’s certification statement which determines which products qualify based upon where you reside. Make sure you keep a copy of both for your records.
Protecting Houston from the Scorching Heat
Two Ways to Save Money
Energy efficiency can lower your federal tax bill and your monthly energy bill. Heat gained through windows makes up to 48 percent of your summer utility bill. Solar control window film reduces heat gain by 80 percent, which helps lower energy consumption and energy bills.
Other Benefits of Window Film
In addition to money savings, window film can increase indoor comfort, reduce fading of your home furnishings, and protect your family against harmful UV rays. Window film is also energy efficient. According to the Alliance to Save Energy, energy efficiency is the quickest, cheapest, and cleanest way to extend our world’s energy supplies.
To Purchase Film
This 30% window film tax credit only applies to the cost of window film. It cannot be applied for the cost of labor to install the film.
Posted 11 months ago at 2:36 pm. 2 comments
Hanita Window Films
Hanita has 20 years of experience in metallizing, multilaminate laminating and chemical coating for diverse industrial applications. They drawn on their professional knowledge and capacity to build a compact, consistent and innovative window film line. Hanita’s proprietary manufacturing processes allow them to produce films equal or superior in performance to almost all window films available on the market today.
Safety Zone and Solar Zone
Their solar control range of films for automotive and architectural use is marketed under the Solar Zone brand name, The safety and security window films carry the Safety Zone brand. Hanita Coatings’ Safety Zone safety and security films are recognized as one of the leading brands of protective window films world wide, based on performance, quantity and quality. Hanita Coatings is the major manufacturer of solar and security window films situated outside the United States.
We at Sun Shield Window Tint understand that tinting is a complicated subject, and we aim to help you find the right film for your auto tinting, home tinting, and business tinting based on your needs. Please use our Tint Price Quote Request to get a tinting recommendation.
Posted 1 year ago at 10:37 pm. Add a comment
Ceramic films utilize the latest technology to create the world’s first nano-ceramic solar control films. Employing advanced techniques and enhanced process control, fine ceramic coatings are deposited onto ultra clear films to produce a high performance heat, glare and ultra-violet barrier.
Ceramic Performance
Ceramic films are 100% metal-free, 100% dye-free and will not demetallize or fade. Unlike dyed or metallized films, spectrally tuned ceramic films offer superb heat rejection properties without compromising visibility, have low reflectivity and will not appear shiny. A natural view is maintained both day and night.
Warranty of Confidence
Stringently tested for ultra-violet and weather degradation, Ceramic films come with a scratch-resistant hardcoat that conforms to the internationally recognised ECE 43 abrasion test. nano-ceramic films also come with a 10-year product warranty against blistering, bubbling, cracking, delaminating, fading, demetallising, discoloring or peeling.
Myriad Applications
12127 Murphy Rd. Stafford, TX 77477
For ultimate cost-effective comfort and solar protection in your vehicles, at work, at home or at sea, choose Ceramic films, the smarter choice. Sun Shield Window Tint can assist you with any tinting project. Call us today! (281) 748 – 5660 or Contact us via web
Why Ceramic Film?
- Superb durability – resistance to salt-content environment
- High total solar energy rejection
- High ultra-violet rejection > 99% UV rejection
- 100 percent dye-free & 100% metal-free
- Scratch resistant hardcoat
- Natural tone with low reflectivity
Benefits
- 10-year product warranty – no demetallisation and discoloration
- Increases comfort � cooler interior
- Reduces glare and fading to interior upholstery
- Saves energy by reducing fuel/electricity consumption
- Minimises interferences with GPS systems and cellular phone
- Protects against sun-related skin problems
- Increases safety with improved glass shatter-resistance
- Enhance overall aesthetics with a soft natural shade
Posted 1 year, 1 month ago at 7:16 pm. 3 comments
Automotive | Commercial | Residential
For over 30 years, Solar Gard has been one of the most popular window film lines for professional installers throughout the world. Solar Gard window films are installed on several thousand homes, buildings and millions of vehicles every year.
Solar Gard Auto Window Film
Solar Gard blocks up to 99 percent of damaging ultraviolet light and rejects as much as 66 percent of uncomfortable solar heat, you can experience these substantial benefits:
- Furnishing & Upholstery Preservation
- Reduced Hot Spots & Glare
- Improved Comfort
- Balanced Climate
- Reduced Energy Demands
- Extended HVAC Life
- Increased Privacy
- Aesthetic Enhancement
Solar Gard Performance Series films are a family of films with industry-leading color stability, unprecedented clarity, and excellent UV and solar heat rejection.
The Charcoal series are very popular Solar Gard films.
We at Sun Shield Window Tint understand that tinting is a complicated subject, and we aim to help you find the right film for your auto tinting, home tinting, and business tinting based on your needs. Please use our Tint Price Quote Request to get a tinting recommendation.
Posted 1 year, 2 months ago at 1:16 am. 1 comment
How to Pick a Window Tint Shade for your Vehicle
Choosing the right shade and window film for your car is important because automotive tinting can be expensive and not easily removed. Once it’s on your car, you’re stuck with the window tint until you pay for it to be remove, so be sure it’s the shade you want. Take your time and follow these steps when you pick a window tint shade.
Things to Consider
Choose a colored window tint if you want to go for the fancy look. Sun Shield Window Tint can customize your window tinting shade to match your car. Consider the color of your vehicle’s interior and exterior as those two items effect the appears the window tinting film. Dark interiors and exteriors will make the window tinting film appear darker than light interiors and exteriors.
Pick a dark window tinting shade to maximum privacy. Remember the darker the window tint the more light it blocks(not heat). Caution limo window tinting (05%) may obstruct your night vision.
Always select a car window tinting shade that is legal. Police don’t hesitate to give tickets for window tint that’s too dark. Tints, like limousine tint, in the front windows of your automotive . A Sun Shield Window Tint representative can tell you if the shade you want is legal in your area.
Get a strip on the top of your windshield that matches the tint on the rest of the car. This strip works like a sunshade to keep the sun out of your eyes while driving, and it also has a sporty look to it.
Posted 1 year, 6 months ago at 6:17 pm. Add a comment
