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Window Tinting
Solar Gard® line of non-reflective (non-metal) automotive window films offers the
maximum protection and longevity for an affordable price.
It is ideally priced for those who want to minimize glare and protect their children
from the sun as well as the vehicle's interior. Available in a wide variety of light
transmissions and shades, Solar Gard® Traditional Non-Metal Automotive Films are an
attractive economical complement to any vehicle.
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Film Type
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Visible Light Transmitted
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Total Solar Energy Rejected
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Visible Light Relfected
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UV Rejected
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Smoke 70
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68%
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21%
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8%
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99%
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Smoke 50
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47%
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29%
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7%
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99%
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Smoke 35
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31%
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33%
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4%
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99%
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Smoke 20
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16%
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37%
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4%
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99%
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Smoke 5
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4%
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39%
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4%
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99%
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Michigan Window Tint Law
Michigan Tint Law Enacted: 2000
HOW DARK CAN WINDOW TINT BE IN MICHIGAN?
Darkness of tint is measured by Visible Light Transmission percentage (VLT%). In
Michigan, this percentage refers to percentage of visible light allowed in through
the combination of film and the window.
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Windshield
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Non-reflective tint is allowed on the top 4 inches of the windshield.
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Front Side Windows
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Any darkness can be applied 4" inches from the top of the window.
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Back Side Windows
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Any darkness can be used.
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Rear Window
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Any darkness can be used.
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HOW REFLECTIVE CAN THE TINT BE IN MICHIGAN?
Similar to sunglass lenses, some tinting film contains metallic elements
that help in reflecting incoming light and reducing the glare and heat
generated by visible light.
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Front Side Windows
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Must not be more than 35% reflective.
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Back Side Windows
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Must not be more than 35% reflective.
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Other Michigan Regulations
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Restricted Colors
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No colors of tint are explicitly banned.
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Side Mirrors
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No restrictions.
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Certificate Requirements
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Manufacturers of film do NOT need to certify the film they sell in the state.
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Sticker Requirements
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No sticker to identify legal tinting is required.
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A Few Reasons to Tint Your Car
There are many reasons to tint your car from protecting against health
concerns, safety and privacy reasons, as well as preserving your
investment in your car. Listed below are some of the top reasons that
people tint their cars.
Avoid Overheating
Your car's interior can be 60% cooler during those hot summer days
with proper tinting.
Protect Your Skin
Harmful UV rays from the sun can cause skin cancer. Tinting your
car can block 99% of these damaging rays.
Accident Protection
In an auto accident, tinting can help shattered glass hold together,
protecting the occupants of the car.
Safer Driving
Tinting reduces dangerous glare from the sun, snow, and other
headlights, helping you drive safely.
Enhanced Privacy
Tinting protects your privacy and contents within a car. What a
burglar can't see, he won't steal.
Prevent Cracking and Fading
Harmful UV rays and heat cause car upholstery to crack and fade. Car
tint is sunscreen for your car.
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