Auto Window TintingBELLEVUE, WA

Most shops price tint based on vehicle type (sedan vs SUV), number of windows, film type (dyed, carbon, ceramic), and whether you're tinting the windshield (clear UV or sun strip). In the Seattle area, expect a wide range, with ceramic typically priced higher than dyed or carbon because it delivers better heat rejection and long-term stability.

For passenger cars, Washington requires at least 24% VLT on side and rear windows, and limits reflectivity (commonly cited max 35%). SUVs, vans, and trucks can have darker rear windows in many cases, but front side windows still have limits. Always verify your exact vehicle classification and keep it legal if you want zero hassle.

You can do a non-reflective sun strip at the top (up to about 6 inches, and not into the AS-1 area). Washington also explicitly allows clear UV-blocking film on the car windscreen since it does not meaningfully darken visibility.

Yes if you care about comfort, glare control, and interior protection year-round. Even with clouds, UV exposure still matters, and ceramic film is popular because it's non-metallic (signal-safe) and built for strong infrared heat rejection without needing super-dark tint.

Metalized films can cause interference, but ceramic and other non-metal films are designed to be signal-safe. If 'no interference' is a must-have, choose a non-metallic ceramic option.

Install usually takes a couple hours for most vehicles, but curing takes days to weeks depending on temperature and moisture. Some haze or small water bubbles can be normal early on and usually resolve as it cures. The big rule: do not roll windows down until your installer clears you.