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trying to move to Boone NC and wanting to get up with some shops up there... if you know of any or live up that way and have a phone book can you point me in the right direction? I would appreciate it... willing to do flatglass or auto... thanks
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Just curious what you think.
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Need 3M Oslo info 1 2 3
by Guest Mayor of Tint Town- 25 replies
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What does the 3M fasara "Oslo" film look like? I've got a rather large (300 sq ft) job that has Oslo or a like product spec'd. Looking for the closest like product. Madico has a new linen looking designer film would that be close?? Any suggestions. Da Mayor
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Connie (BS) and I talked on the phone just a little while ago. She is in San Antonio and she is OK. Her house made it through, she was very damn lucky!!!! She sounded like a nervous wreck Glad you are OK BS She is going to try and get some internet access soon
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Black Chrome 1 2
by Biker- 10 replies
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Does anyone have a picture of this stuff yet? I wanna see what Black Chrome looks like,,
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IMAX NASCAR
by Mdog- 5 replies
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HOLY CRAP!! If you like NASCAR you owe it to yourself to watch this movie. I just watched it and it was amazing. its kinda liek a documentary and towards the end it has footage froma real race with the IMAX CAMERAS, its something like I have never seen on TV. FVCKKING COOL AS HELL!!!. IF you have ever seen a film in IMAX FORMAT you probably know what to expect, the cameras and the angles and positions they film from are AWESOME.
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tint pricing
by Guest wes- 5 replies
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what is the going rate out there for tinting cars using a quality film like llumar atr. has there been an increase do to fuel prices rising ect. my prices r this roll up (any)$xx 2 doors $--- 4 doors $--- I have other pricing for suvs and trucks but was curious if these figures are out of line thanks for the input
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How Good am I?
by Guest wes- 0 replies
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hey sorry bout the poll just wanted to hang the result on in my shop for shits and grins
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Rear and Side defroster
by Guest tankster- 6 replies
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I purchased a minivan from a dealer that put aftermarket tint on the rear 5 windows. It looked nice at night when I bought it. The next day I realized the side defroster was all bubbled up, the other 4 had a few bubbles and lots of contamination. I took it back to the dealer and complained. They said it was warrantied. and they would retint it I said no just remove it and I'll take it to a place I trust. Well I should have figured if they couldn't tint then they probably couldn't remove tint either. My question is should the defroster lines look discolored in all various places? Is this normal or is my defroster screwed? I haven't had a chance to use it yet. I figured if…
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Winters coming 1 2 3
by Guest swanny- 25 replies
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I have been window tintin g for alomost a year. any way how much does you shop slow down I do window tinting auto detailing clear bra lettering some graphics headlight restoration
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I have always offerd pick up and delivery for dealers ,but with only 2 of us here we spend alot of time on the road that we could be tinting, since we are only a few miles from several dealers I am thinking of not offering this service to new accounts
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internet sales 101 1 2
by Guest tint rookie- 18 replies
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what does one have to posess to be in sales??? a product you believe in? not with internet sales. any ol box of sh!t will do. throw it on ebay, and it'll sell. in a sick world where the desperate who cant find a date to where people who want to be eaten to death can find canibals to do so.....where do they turn? the internet. somebody's turning a buck somewhere in betwen on the other people misfortune. integrity???? not with internet sales. a dispute in delivery, product, service, or sale price? just dissapear. change your screennames and email, problem solved. no more pesky moving to hide from those damn customers, . (after all why would you wanna move from ma…
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customer email 1 2
by Guest nautiboi73- 15 replies
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does he want 3 different quote? or all the windows donw with all three films? I bet it made sense to him when he wrote it. and now that I think about it. this site is the only link I have to that email address
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help with 791 xv
by Guest audinewinstall- 1 reply
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The alarm on my car wich is a 791 xv viper does not go off with the transmitter nor with the valet button. when I press the key pad on the transmitter it makes the sound like if it was out of range and I'm right next to the car. I have a stock alarm also. please advise me on how I can resolve the matter thank you
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***update*** 1 2
by skittles15- 12 replies
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Hello all tint friends. Been a while. Just like to say whats up and what not. Finally got another chance to post even though I have been lurking for some time for the past couple weeks. I'd just like to give y'all an update on my situation. Still workin for redbull and the futon shop and still going to school 12 hours per week (at least 30 hours study time per week though). The car is breaking down so I'm gettin a 2001 subaru Impreza 2.5 RS and looking forward to modding it and whatnot. I have although hung up my squeegee. Too much time and effort to do a tint job these days...customers aren't happy so I have to go back home again (1.5 hour drive) and with the pri…
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There is a leading shop in my area that has held the highest reputation for years, but the highest prices as well. One of his tinters left and opened up thier own shop offering perfect work at half the price... many other tint shops are flooding in the market and I just got started. This is how I am beating this epidemic.... Ive decided to go mobile and have gone to three struggling shops in the area and set up sub-contracts to bring full prices into the market and save them from dealing with the tint. At this point thier reputations are recovering and they all charge the full-price.. Instead of being my competition, they are my customers now. Its a pain in the dick …
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Practice films 1 2 3
by Guest yellowkawi- 22 replies
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To all protinters and masters who used to start out practicing before becoming a legend, where do you all buy your films from and what brand?? I have tried to call a local distributor for Llumar films but they told me that I need a business license before buying film from them How can I get my license if I am just starting out and wanting to practice to tint before even thinking about opening a tint shop? I want to buy Llumar films. Does anyone have any suggestions as to how to obtain films for practice w/o having a business license? Need help.....
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new registry
by Guest mastertinter- 1 reply
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hey TD! could you please put my info on the professionals registry for Canada? Thanks a million Jeff Hut Mr. Cool Graphics & Tinting Nanaimo, Vancouver Island, Canada mrcoolgraphics@shaw.ca Comments: Specialize in automotive, residential, commercial, security, and decorative film. Judged one of the best automotive tinters in Canada-The Great Canadian Tint-off 2005
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Just checking in, had to relocate last thursday due to this crazy shiot! Am at a camp at Toledo Bend (Many La.} because Lake Charles is in bad shape. It took 12 hours to make a 3 hour drive last thursday night. A tree fell on the camp {mobile home} during the middle of the storm up here about 6:30 AM but everones O/K. Just found out my homes O/K but a large oak tree in my back yard crushed my neighbors house. Have a couple of more trees down and some roofing missing at home. Cant go home for a while. Hope everyone else made out O/K {Paladins,s}! Just checking in E!
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I am new to the forum This seems like there are a lot of experienced people here so hopefully you guys can help I am thinking about opening a Tint Shop that does ALarms and Stereos I live in the Bronx, NY which has a lot of cheap shops but is lacking good quality I have a good location and I have a good business sense, I am going to check the site a lot because I work overnights in a hotel in NYC and I have nothing better to do 1. One question does anyone know a wholsaler of Viper ALarms, I really need one. Thanks for your help If anyone needs a hotel room in NYC let me know I get a pretty good discount
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FALL IS COMING 1 2
by Mdog- 19 replies
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COLD FRONT ON THE WAY FINALLY!! it was 100 2 days ago and wednesday its supposed to be in the mid 70`s. bout time for some relief mang. cool this heah hell hole down mang best news I heard in a long time....when its been hotter than hades for what seems like ever now a taste of fall is pretty sweet.
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this dude gets knocked the focked out! http://www.ebaumsworld.com/videos/talksmack.html
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Here are a few pics...
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Air bubbles in Tint HELP
by Guest bobthepainter- 9 replies
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Hey all, Recently my power windows in my passenger side have been acting up and the window has been moving extremely slow. I thought it was the motor at first but it turned out to be a grease build up. Anyways the grease built up on the corner of the window and made the window stick to the car. When the door was opened the grease made the door stick and I think it "pulled" at the window tinting. There are now a bunch of tiny air bubbles in the corner of the window where the grease was. Is there any way to get these out or does the window need to be re-tinted? Thanks PS: The car is a 95 chevy camaro
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WHO ARE YOU? 1 2 3 4 5
by LEO'n'DARTZ- 43 replies
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So guys and gals who are You ?
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contamination in film installation 1 2 3
by Guest wes- 21 replies
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how much contamination is acceptable? I have been putting llumar ATR on for about 5 yrs now in ne colorado where the wind blows all the time and it almost seems impossible to not get atleast one speck somewhere on the install. most never complain or even see it, but a couple of times I have had some majorly 4|\|4L customers who couldnt live with a speck or two that u need a microscope to see anyway. it just pisses me off bad when this happens because they think its so easy to put on. any comments or suggestion on this would be great
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01 2 door civic
by Guest HeavyBreather- 0 replies
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Tinted this car last week. The customer complained of poor reception after the film was put on. I removed the film that was over the antena, but it didnt help. Im positive I didnt cut the antena, I do all of the cutting on the outside.I did remove the deck. The car is being droped of on fri to see if I can pinpoint the problem. Anyone have any sugestions?
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.removing vinyl racing stripes to fix cowl ind.
by Guest Gilmore03- 3 replies
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exactly what the title says...I have to remove one side of the racing stripes on my nova ss to fix a crack in teh cowl induction. Whats the best way to remove them? also anyone got tips to replacing them?
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What a great time we had meeting Friday night on my visit to WA. Everything is so far apart there, so I know everyone had to drive quite a ways just to make this meeting happen, but it was well worth it. I had a terrific time there, and have some pics. I am totally busy today, catching up on what I missed last week, and normal appointments for today. I will elaborate on our evening and post pics when I get more time to surf here later this week.
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Types of film (LLumar specific)
by Guest Paradise tinter- 3 replies
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Hello all, I need a flat glass film that is the darkest without a reflection, I also need film that is lighter by about 50% than the first without any reflection. I have the LLumar key booklet and I cant find what this customer wants!! Its a descent size job so I would really like to due it. Can anyone help me???? Thanks all!
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NEED IMPUT 1 2
by Guest swanny- 10 replies
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I have been tinting for almost a year and every thing is going good I do an average og 10 tints a week so I know I am getting better but I have notest on some back window I have been getting some water bubbles but when the water evaperates the pocket is still there. It is not on the defroster line and the pocket is long not round I hope you can understand me I have been dry shrinking thats how I learned. Am I over shrinking I just dont know some help please.
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Not the cleanest job , But it's DONE!!!
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Wierd thing
by Guest Rockabilly- 7 replies
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So I hop into this customers car to bring it in to the workshop, and there is a flip-down tinted plastic screen attached to the sunvisor, right in front of my eyes. I've never seen anything like it...anyone else seen one before ?
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i made my son go to work. 1 2 3
by Guest whale hung- 21 replies
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for hire . will do od jobs and what not for candy .or crayons ! no job to big or small ! 3 yrs exp.with refs to go with ! just call 1 800 kid labor once again 1 800 kid labor .
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OWNED I am enjoying this way too much !!!
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Viper 160xv Remote Start
by Guest MiddExplorer2003- 6 replies
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I just purchased a 2003 Ford Explorer XLT with Viper 160xv installed. At the lot, the remote start and all functions worked fine. After purchase, remote start did not engage starter. Upon activation the instrument panel lights up as if to start, but the starter does not crank. The dealer had no clue how to use the remote so there was a lot of button mashing, but did manage to start remotely if the key is in the ignition and in the "on" position. Then read warning not to do that. Have install manual: - Viper does not seem to "learn Tach signal" when that step is performed. - switched menu to "engine check off" and "voltage engine check" as well as "voltage check hi…
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Could use some help 1 2
by Guest tphreakert- 13 replies
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Ok, guys found the site while trying to find reviews on different types of tint manf./types/etc. Its been a wealth of knowledge, so I figured I'd ask your guys opinons on whats my best deal, and type, here is my situation. '01 Lexus IS 300 (White) (Want to tint complete front window slightly lighter than rest of the car, so asked for quotes on 35% front, 20% rest of car) Local Shop 1 $189 (Sides/Back) In Quantum (didnt say what type specifically) $75 (Front) recommended not doing front window in Quantum (I have to come in to be explained why) so this is 3M Standard Local Shop 2 $229 (Sides/Back) In 3M Color-Stable $75 (Front) In 3M Color-Stable $189 (Sides/Back)…
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anyone use solartek film 1 2
by Guest mikeytint- 16 replies
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Hey guys has anyone used solartek film? I pay 110.00 for a 200foot roll I guess thts why I can do 2dr cars for 90 and 4dr cars for 100,or is it because I can do most cars in 30 minutes or less. 200.00 an hour will work for me,I have had no complaints I 6 years about this film,no purple,or glue failure
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For the future posters of "do you want me gone" ..."do you like me" , etc. I have this to say: Your not the first to think of posting this ...but hopefully the last if you read this. If your presence is liked here ...the odds are you'll know it by the types of responses you'll get back. If your presence is not liked here...again...the odds are you'll know it by the types of responses you'll get back. From this , the next step is obvious... If your presence is liked, you won't think of starting a thread like that. If your presence is not liked you have 3 choices: 1. You can ship out and avoid the humiliation of members pointing out publically what you already know …
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Paint Protection Film (PPF) is it needed or worth it?
I've never had PPF done before and never had issues with the paint on the car looking bad. I usually park in the garage and have had Kia Casa White - Solid on my Sportage since 2015 and no noticeable issues with the paintwork. The new car is Glacier White - Solid I've been told that PPF is beneficial, but very few people I know have actually opted to get it for their cars. I've been told there are many benefits such as: No need to ever wax or use sealant after the coat is applied Stops the paint fading Makes cars super easy to wash Prevents Acid Etching from animal contaminants, hard water spots, tree sap UV Rays Acid Rain (although I don't think I've ever seen acid rain) Repels Water & Grime Saves Water Will not wash off, crack or peel Non-abrasive Self-Healing Properties: repair minor surface scratches and swirl marks on their own when exposed to heat. So is this all simply marketing spin to provide another product to the market without any noticeable benefits? Does the average family car really need PPF or is this more the reserve of the show car, tuner set, car aficionado niche? Brands SystemX Australia Johnson Paint Protection 3M Cleargard Paint Protection Pro Series Film OMNI Nano-Ceramic Surface Coating 3M Scotchgard Paint Protection Film Pro Series Ceramic Coating Package Graphene Coating Package SunTek PPF OZ Paint Protection Film OZ Paint Protection Films GTechniq Ceramic Coatings Tint Haus 10H Ceramic Coating XPEL Ultimate Fusion Swissvax handmade wax range. Opticoat Pro Ceramic Pro 9H CQuartz Finest Pompanazzi Gtechniq Crystal Serum -
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Cracked glass
Follow up: Attached is the performance data for Johnson's Resi/Comm window films and if you look to the bottom you'll see DN50 has a solar absorption of 39%, which is well below the threshold of concern which is generally accepted as 50% absorption (with no shadow). With a straight line shading from the roof this does increase the risk, which is usually low for straight line shading compared to other types. I've also attached a pdf of Johnson's film-to-glass chart which is used to determine how safe a film is. The thicker the glass the higher the risk; you say 6mm tempered and 4mm is the cracked one (interior pane). The question now is what compass direction do these panels face? In the end, I'll just suggest you hook back up with the person that installed it and get his input. He had to have been comfortable suggesting that film. I still believe it's a one off cracked panel and the rest will be fine. It takes 2 seasonal cycles to know for sure. Truly your call as to whether or not to replace with something lighter such as DN60. Here's more helpful info that helps you question the glass type on the interior; is it plate or is it heat-strengthened (HS). I believe it is plate and not tempered or HS. Why? Plate glass with suffer thermal shock if the edge temperature is different than the center of the glass by 50 degrees F. Heat strengthened requires 100 degree F difference, and Tempered requires 200 degree F difference. Ryker chimed in and that stimulated further review. Good Luck with this. johnsonFilmToGlass_2021.pdf- 1
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Cracked glass
Whatever that glass is that cracked it is NOT tempered. DN 50 is pretty high solar absorption and your saying shadows too so you probably need a more reflective film.- 1
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Automotive Tint Comparison
1) Why avoid Suntek? I thought they resolved that issued with the easy scratching and that they are one of the market leaders in Australia? Also, it seems most of the well established Tint businesses use Suntek 2) I've heard mixed things about Rayno, with some installers raving about it and others disparaging it. Makes it difficult for the consumer to know the truth, given vested interests exist. 3) Is Ultragard a Australian exclusive product? The IP seems to be owned by GTS FILMS PTY LTD. How's the quality as it seems to have limited installers. 4) Is the MEP Films CNP that apparently are Manufactured by LLumar of the same quality as the LLumar tints (such as Llumar Formula One Stratos; Llumar Formula One Pinnacle; Llumar CTX)? 5) -
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Cracked glass
The crack indicates thermal stress, however, the edge of the glass may have an imperfection (bur or clam shell chip). The crack does run 90 degrees out from the edge and curves as it follows any weaknesses in the pane itself. I have attached a pictured of what tempered glass looks like when it breaks and alongside it what a plate (or float) and heat-strengthened glass looks like when it breaks. The outer panel my be tempered should indicate so by a stamp etched on the glass surface in one corner. It should indicate tempered. Plate glass has no indicators, however, heat-strengthened glass will crack in the same manner as plate glass. I'm an unsure whether heat-strengthened glass requires a stamp. Tempered glass is 4 times stronger than plate and heat-strengthened is 2 times stronger than plate. 1 in 24 is indicative of edge imperfection. I could not find the solar absorption rate of DN 50, but if it is similar to competitive films, there should be no issue with that installation setting (including a straight line shadow). This, too, points back to edge imperfection as the cause. And finally, I spy drapes in a close position, correct? If so, it would be helpful to crack open during sun exposure; this to assist in allowing trapped heat between the glass and drapes to dissipate.- 2
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Cracked glass
Hello. I recently installed Johnson Daylight Natural DN 50 on a couple of windows. Solar energy rejection is 39%. The windows are double pane and the glass is supposed to be tempered 4mm + tempered 6mm. The roof overhang shades the top 1/3 - 1/2 of the windows. However, a few days after installation I noticed that one of the glass has cracked, presumably due to thermal stress. Should I remove the film from the rest of the windows? I installed the film on 24 of these windows (6 tiny houses) so now 1 out of 24 is broken. Or is it more likely that I just got unlucky and the glass had a defect? Is shading from the roof overhang such a big factor? The glass cracked. Is it really tempered? I thought tempered glass would shatter, but not crack. Thanks! -
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Residential Window Tint - Suntek SYDS vs. Solar Gard Slate vs. Madico Optivision
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Residential Film without blue hue?
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Automotive Tint Comparison
Steer clear of Black Armour, Suntek, ASWF. The others are good choices if you are in Australia. Check out the reviews of the installer too. It’s not just the materials that have to be proper. Never go for the cheapest!!!
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