Reflection from Air Vents after tinting Mercedes S500

[zackny]

I am seeing a Reflection from Air Vents after tinting 2023 Mercedes S500 when i look into the mirror starting when it gets dark outside. We did 20 percent on side windows and rear window.

 

Any recommendation how to fix it? or what should be done during tinting not to have this problem 

[TintDude]

 

It's because there is less light behind it to contrast. It's like a dark mirror, no way around it other that to go with lighter film. That looks a bit dark for front windows anyway.  

[zackny]

Thank you for your reply. Can this be more obvious because it’s ceramic tint? should we use a different type of tint? do you think 35% will solve this problem? or 50% only? 

[DynamicATL]

Your stock glass has the same reflection, just less noticeable. As you make the glass darker, the reflection is more noticeable. No matter what shade you do, it will be more noticeable than stock. This has nothing to do with brand or type of film like Ceramic nor the vehicle. You have to either get used to it or go back to stock. Even stock, you may be more aware of it now.

 

Edited August 24, 2023 by DynamicATL

[pbalentine]

Thats S500 is tough. You can’t pull the door seals. A call back would be a nightmare for the tinter.