Ceramic Window Tint?

If you're in the market for automotive window tint, you've probably heard a lot about Nano ceramic film. But what is it, and how does it compare to other types of tint like carbon and dyed film? In this blog post, we'll break down the differences and help you decide which type of tint is best for your vehicle.

First off, let's talk about what nano ceramic tint is and how it's made. Unlike traditional dyed or metalized film, nano ceramic tint contains titanium oxide nano particles impregnated into the dyed polyester layer of the film. This makes it incredibly effective at filtering out the Infrared light spectrum which is the main heat source that you feel from the sun. The dye is color-stable meaning it will retain the color and shade for many years. There are many brands of ceramic tint out there, but be aware that you get what you pay for.. Some ceramic tint is made with nano particles that are large because its cheaper to make them this way but when the film is installed on the glass and the sun hits at a low angle, the window will turn a milky frost white which is unsightly. Go2 Performance uses only premium industry leading brand and lines of film that contains the smallest possible nano-particles so that the window maintains its clear visibility at all times. Here is a video from our friend at Detroit Tint Studio showing how horrible the cheap ceramic film found at a parts store and wal-mart looks.

But how does it compare to other types of film? One common alternative to nano ceramic tint is carbon film. Carbon film is made the same way but using carbon nano-particles and dye, which gives it a nice color, medium level of heat and UV ray rejection. It is thinner, does not offer as high of IR heat rejection as ceramic tint, but as long as it’s a quality brand and line of tint, it should be also be color-stable. The low end of these films are also plagued with the hazy white window problem of having too large of carbon particles.

Another option is dyed film, which is made from a layer of dyed polyester. This type of tint is the least expensive and the easiest to install, but it's also the least effective at blocking heat and UV rays. Cheap dye film is non color-stable which is prone to fading and discoloration, color-stable will not fade or discolor in short time but comes with higher cost. High Performance or “HP“ dyed films are metalized and can interfere with electronic signals like GPS and cell phone reception. The low end of these films will always be clear of low angle sun haze but may bubble up, delaminate or fade to purple/maroon color after a short time.

In the end, the best choice for you will depend on your personal preferences and needs. But if you want the most effective and durable tint, nano ceramic is the way to go. It will provide the best protection from heat and UV rays and will last for years to come. It's also the most expensive option, but it's well worth the investment for the long-term benefits.