Picking the Perfect Window Tint: A Guide to Quality Films 👍

Getting Your Bang for Your Buck

Quality: The Heart of the Film

  • ☀️ UV Protection: A top-notch film should block out almost all UV rays, protecting your skin and your interiors from sun damage. Percentage-wise, we are talking 99% of UV rays blocked is the gold standard for films.
  • 🥵 Heat Rejection: The best films can reflect a lot of the sun’s heat, keeping your space cooler and reducing the need for air-con. You can expect up to 85% heat reduction in both those pricey brands and the good old quality and price ones too.
  • 💎 Clarity: What you’re looking for here is a film that’s clear and doesn’t distort your view too much. The more premium the film, the less it will distort your view from the inside looking out. Both premium and economical brands carry these kinds of films – often called ceramic or dual-reflective films.
  • 🛡Scratch Resistance: A durable film will have a scratch-resistant coating, so it stays looking good even after a bit of rough treatment. Again, you can bet almost all the major brands will carry scratch resistant films these days.

What Makes a Film Good or Bad?

  • 🧵 Material: Quality films are often made from polyester or other strong, flexible materials such as ceramics. They might also have multiple layers for added performance.
  • 💪 Adhesive: A good film will use a high-quality adhesive that sticks well but can still be removed without leaving a mess.
  • 📦 Construction: Top-tier films often have multiple layers, each serving a different purpose, like UV protection, glare reduction, and heat rejection. Lower quality films might skimp on these layers, offering less performance and durability. Remember – just because a film is expensive, it doesn’t mean it is good! Sometimes cheaper is better.

Durability: Built to Last

Other Considerations

  • 🔎 Installation: While some keen DIY-ers might be tempted to give it a crack themselves, professional installation is often worth it. Pros have the right tools and experience to apply the film without bubbles or creases. At Tintify we don’t just have pros, we only have accredited Australian installers so you can count on us every time.
  • 🎨 Aesthetics: Think about the look you’re after. Some films are nearly invisible, while others have a reflective or tinted finish. Make sure it matches the style of your home or car.
  • 🏷 Brands: When it comes to brands, it can be confusing to get your head around who’s who. At Tintify we carry the best brands at every price range. Remember – quality does not always mean the most expensive on the block!

Wrapping Up