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Tint shades

Window Tint Shades Rockingham, NC

Union film comes in six shades. See each one on a car, from the darkest to nearly clear, and what each is good for.

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Close-up: tinted side glass and its reflection

See the six Union shades on a car

Tap a shade to see the glass at that darkness. The number is how much light the film lets through: the lower it is, the darker the glass.

The same car with clear factory glassThe car with 35% Union window film

35% window tint

The darkest shade allowed on the side and back windows of a car in North Carolina: privacy and less glare.

Legal on the side and back windows of a car in North Carolina

Read the North Carolina tint law

Which shade is right for you?

The shade decides how dark the glass looks; the film decides how much heat it keeps out. This is what each shade is for.

5% and 15%

The darkest shades, for full privacy. In North Carolina they go on the windows behind the driver of an SUV, truck or van.

20%

Dark glass with strong privacy from outside, also for the windows behind the driver of an SUV, truck or van.

35%

The darkest shade allowed on the side and back windows of a car in North Carolina.

50%

A lighter look that still cuts glare and blocks 99.99% of UV.

70%

Nearly clear. In Union Ceramic IR it still blocks 87% of the infrared heat.

Gloss black Porsche Taycan with tinted windows at Evolve Tinting

Two Union films, the same six shades

Pick the shade for the look and the film for the heat: every shade comes in Carbon IR and Ceramic IR.

Union Carbon IR

75%infrared heat blocked
  • 99.99% of UV blocked
  • A deep, even, non-reflective finish
  • Six shades, from 5% to 70%
  • Union lifetime warranty

Union Ceramic IR

87%infrared heat blocked
  • 99.99% of UV blocked
  • The most heat kept out, even in a light shade
  • No metal: phone, GPS and radio work as normal
  • Union lifetime warranty
Gloss black Ford F-150 Raptor with tinted windows at Evolve Tinting

Which shades are legal in North Carolina?

On a car, the side and back windows can be 35%, 50% or 70%. On SUVs, trucks and vans, the windows behind the driver can be any shade, including 5%, 15% and 20%, and the front side windows 35% or lighter. The windshield can only have a strip along the top, down to the AS-1 line.

Read the North Carolina tint law

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Get a free window tinting quote

Tell us your vehicle and the shade you like, and we will come back with a price and a time.

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Questions

Questions about tint shades

See all our FAQs
What tint shades can I choose from?

From darkest to lightest: 5%, 15%, 20%, 35%, 50% and 70%. Darker shades give more privacy, lighter ones keep a factory look, and we make sure the front windows stay legal.

How dark can I tint my windows in North Carolina?

In North Carolina, the front side windows must let in at least 35% of light, and the rear side windows and back window can take at least 35%. On SUVs, trucks and vans, the rear windows can take any shade. We check the law for your car before we start.

Is ceramic tint worth it?

Yes, if heat matters to you. Ceramic film keeps more heat out without having to look darker: Union Ceramic IR blocks up to 87% of infrared heat, against 75% for Union Carbon IR.

When can I roll my windows down after tinting?

Keep them up for 3 to 5 days while the film dries, and wait a week before cleaning the inside of the glass. Use a soft cloth and an ammonia-free cleaner.

How much does car window tinting cost?

Car window tinting usually costs from $200 to $800. The price depends on your vehicle and the film you choose.

How much does ceramic window tint cost?

Ceramic window tint usually costs from $350 to $1,000. The price depends on your vehicle and the ceramic film you choose.