Ceramic · IR ceramic
Ceramic window tint that blocks the heat
Ceramic film uses non-metal particles that stop infrared heat while letting light through. You get a cooler car at a legal 35% shade, clear night vision and no interference with your phone or GPS.
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How ceramic stacks up
Typical ranges at 35% VLT. Exact numbers depend on brand and shade; we'll show you the spec sheet for the film you pick.
| Film | Heat rejected (TSER) | UV blocked | Fades over time | Signal safe |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dyed | 30–35% | 99% | Can fade | Yes |
| Carbon | 40–45% | 99% | No | Yes |
| Ceramic | 50–55% | 99% | No | Yes |
| IR ceramic | 60%+ | 99% | No | Yes |
Why ceramic is worth it
Most of the heat you feel through a car window is infrared light. Dyed film absorbs some of it and gets hot itself. Ceramic film is built to reject infrared, so less heat reaches the cabin even when the film looks light.
That matters in Maryland, where sedan windows can't go darker than 35%. With ceramic, a legal shade keeps the car noticeably cooler than a dark dyed film would.
Ceramic vs. IR ceramic
Ceramic is our most popular film for daily drivers. IR ceramic adds a higher load of infrared-blocking particles for the best heat rejection we offer. It suits long commutes, black interiors and cars that sit in open lots all day.
Clear ceramic for windshields
A nearly clear ceramic film on the front windshield blocks heat and UV without changing how the glass looks. Ask us whether it fits your vehicle.
Questions
Common questions
Don't see yours? Call the shop at (301) 210-0800.
Is ceramic tint worth the extra cost?
If your car sits in the sun or you drive a lot, usually yes. It blocks noticeably more heat than dyed film at the same shade and won't fade.
Does ceramic tint have to be dark to work?
No. Heat rejection comes from the ceramic particles, not the darkness. A light ceramic film can outperform a dark dyed film.
Will ceramic tint block my cell signal?
No. Ceramic film contains no metal, so cell, GPS, radio and toll transponders work normally.
Is ceramic tint legal in Maryland?
The film type doesn't matter to the law; the shade does. We install ceramic at Maryland-legal shades and meter every car before pickup.
Hallstar Tint · Laurel, MD
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