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Houston Window Tint Laws

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:

1. is legible;
2. contains information required by the department on light transmission and luminous reflectance of the device; and
3. 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

Houston Residential Solar Window Tint – Sugar Land

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

Houston Car Window Tinting | Auto Tinting

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.

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.