Automotive Window Tinting
Cars, trucks, and SUVs — a cooler cabin, less glare, UV protection for your interior, and a cleaner look, installed to California's legal limits.
What We Do
Automotive tint, home & office film, and paint protection film — installed in Palm Desert since 1996.
Home & Office Window Tinting
Enhance comfort and privacy while reducing energy costs with professional window tinting for your home or office. Our high-quality films block harmful UV rays, minimize glare, and improve insulation year-round.
Paint Protection Film
Paint protection film shields your vehicle's finish from scratches, chips, and road debris while preserving its original appearance.
California Tint Law — Know Before You Tint
70% VLT MAX
Front side windows
AS DARK AS YOU LIKE
Rear side windows & rear windshield — no darkness limit
California law — Vehicle Code § 26708. The front side windows are the strict ones: any film applied there must be clear and let at least 88% of light through on its own, and the glass and film together must let at least 70% through — so only clear, nearly invisible UV and heat-rejection film is legal up front. Rear side windows may go as dark as you like. The rear windshield may go as dark as you like when the vehicle has an outside mirror on each side. The windshield may carry only a non-reflective strip across the top. VLT is visible light transmission — the lower the number, the darker the film. We install to legal limits and will walk you through your options before any film goes on.
Tint Care Questions
The things drivers ask most after fresh film goes on.
How dark can I legally tint in California?
California's rule is laid out in the tint law band above: the front side windows are limited to 70% VLT MAX — the glass and film together must let at least 70% of light through, and any film there must be clear and nearly invisible. Rear side windows and the rear windshield may go as dark as you like. We'll confirm the legal shade for your vehicle before any film goes on.
How long should I wait before rolling down my windows after tinting?
Follow the aftercare guidance provided by the installer. Cure time can vary with the film and the weather, so the shop will give you the right timing for your installation.
Why does my new tint look hazy or bubbly?
A hazy look and small water pockets are a normal part of curing — the film is applied wet, and the moisture works its way out as it dries. It clears on its own over the curing period. Don't press on the bubbles; let them dry out.
Does window film go on the inside or outside of the window?
Automotive window film is normally installed on the inside surface of the glass, where it is protected from weather and road debris.
How should I clean tinted windows?
Use a soft microfiber cloth and a tint-safe cleaner. Avoid abrasive tools, and ask the installer which products they recommend for your specific film.
Can you help me choose the right shade?
Yes. The shop can help you balance appearance, privacy, heat control, visibility, and California's tint laws before installation.
Get a Free Quote
Tell us what you're driving — or what room you're tired of squinting in — and we'll get back to you with a quote. Prefer to talk? Call the shop.
