How Do Window Tint Percentage Work?
February 8, 2024 ⚊ 1 Min read ⚊ Views 34 ⚊ BLOG
Understanding how window tint percentages work involves grasping the concept of Visible Light Transmission (VLT), which signifies the amount of visible light that can penetrate through the tint. Measured as a percentage, higher values denote greater light transmission and lighter tint. This relationship between tint percentage and VLT is inverse, meaning as the percentage decreases, the darkness of the tint increases. For instance, a 5% tint permits only 5% of visible light, resulting in a significantly darker tint compared to a 50% tint allowing 50% of light transmission. Despite variations in tint darkness, window tints offer not only reduced visible light but also essential heat rejection and UV protection. Even higher tint percentages can effectively block heat and harmful UV rays, underscoring the multifaceted benefits of window tinting beyond just visible light reduction.
