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chris151151
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Hi Any views on having tinted film applied to wi dows if mt Coast for a bit more privacy Pros, cons, things to watch out for. Thanks.
I did exactly the same. I didn’t like the restricted vision out of the rear window, but left the tint on the rear sides. I found the inside too dark and the van did not feel such a happy place to be.I had tint film on my previous California, it made the world a gloomy place, and visibility was poor. Took it off the rear window as the visibility bothered me too much...put up with it on the sides for the extra privacy. I wouldn't have it again. Standard privacy glass is about right i am thinking.
If your windows already have a factory tint be careful which level of tint you go for. With a factory tint I personally would not go beyond 20% on top, unless you want it to feel overly dark inside.Hi Any views on having tinted film applied to wi dows if mt Coast for a bit more privacy Pros, cons, things to watch out for. Thanks.
Except of course totally on show through the cab windows.I had a 15% ceramic tint applied and I'm very happy with it, £300 to be professionaly fitted means it's a job I don't think is worth it DIY.
I find visibility and day time light levels absolutely fine but have no problem getting changed/using the loo without shutting the blinds. It is nose to glass to see in.
Ha! Quite.Conclusion...
It's subjective.
I’m confused! Does this mean 15% tint blocks out 85% of the light? I’d always assumed that a bigger number meant darker windowsIf your windows already have a factory tint be careful which level of tint you go for. With a factory tint I personally would not go beyond 20% on top, unless you want it to feel overly dark inside.
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Helpful from @andyinlutonDoes anybody know what level of tint is the original factory applied tint.
Previous van came with tinted windows so well used to them, they make a great difference to privacy. New one didn’t had that done by local installer a year ago, top job, wouldn’t attempt diy.Hi Any views on having tinted film applied to wi dows if mt Coast for a bit more privacy Pros, cons, things to watch out for. Thanks.
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