Polarized Car Window Tint: Install Today & Get the Optimal Protection

What is polarized car window tint?

Polarized technology is useful in situations where you may be subject to intense light or glare and must remain fully aware of your surroundings. For example, anglers often wear polarized sunglasses because it can help them see more clearly and spot fish beneath the water’s surface.

Polarized car window tint uses similar technology with a special filtering film consisting of polarized tinted layers that block and reflect light in an efficient manner. 

The (brief) science behind a polarized tint

To understand the unique benefits of a polarized tint, we need a quick recap of a high school physics lesson on how light moves.

Basically the light our eyes take in travels in all different directions at different wavelengths. But when light hits a flat reflective surface (such as water or wet roads) and bounces off, the way it is reflected means the light can have a more intense glare as more of the light is now traveling horizontally.

Polarizing filters reduce glare by blocking more of the light that is traveling at a horizontal angle. The principle is the same for sunglasses, automotive window tint, and the polarized tint used for windows in buildings.

Why get polarized tinted windows?

People often assume that anyone getting car window tint is doing it looks or privacy. But as a matter of fact there are many other benefits to installing window film on your car.

Polarized window tint offers the same general functions as other types of tinting, with specific benefits in the optics department:

• Reduce glare and help you see your surroundings more clearly
• Keep your car cool by blocking solar energy from entering the car
• Protect the driver, passengers, and car interior from harmful UV rays without reducing the VLT
• Make your car more secure

Before getting onto more practical considerations, let’s dig a little deeper into each of these functions so you can choose the best window tint for your vehicle.

1. See clearly and drive safely by reducing glare

All drivers have experienced how sudden glare from blinding sunlight or headlights can be distracting or even dangerous when it interferes with your ability to see what is going on around you.

Bright sunlight can create glare, especially if you are driving near surfaces that reflect light such as water, glass, or flat highways. Polarized car window tint mitigates this problem by reducing glare and excess light so you can see better and focus on driving safely.

In addition to keeping you safe, polarized car window tint can make longer journeys more comfortable by toning down intense light sources. This means that you can enjoy looking out at your surroundings without getting blinded by the sun or dazzling glare. 

2. Window film can make your car cool (literally!)

Getting into a car that has been parked in the sun can feel like jumping into an oven. Polarized tint film helps to keep your car cool by blocking some of the sun’s rays and hence rejecting solar energy that would otherwise come in through the windows.

This protection is all the more important if you live in a warm place like Florida or Arizona. If you often use air conditioning while you drive, you’ll find that car window tint can even save you on gas by reducing the need to use that fuel-hungry air conditioner.

Because of this, installing tint film will not only enhance safety and comfort, but will also make your car less susceptible to heat and more sustainable and cheaper to run.

3. Block those harmful UV rays

It’s easy to forget how much UV light you can be exposed to when in a car. UV rays are a leading factor in causing skin cancer and a growing concern with the breakdown of our ozone layer. Dermatologists recommend avoiding overexposure to the sun, which might be an issue if you spend extended periods in sunlight whilst in your car.

A quality polarized window film offers protection for you and your passengers by cutting out some of these harmful UV rays. Not only that, tinting windows can also reduce damage to the interior of your car as extended exposure to UV light can cause interior fabrics and other materials to fade or weaken.

4. Light tint with heavy protection

If your objective is to protect yourself and your car interior from heat and UV rays without loosing in glass transparency, a light tint is just what you need. It will provide protection from infra-red and ultra-violet radiation, a perfect high-tech solution for your car!

Another level of protection to consider- in the event that a thief does try to break into your vehicle, installing a window film can even slow them down by creating an additional barrier to get through.

The value of a professional tinting service for polarized film installation

Choosing a high-quality tint film is essential, but ultimately it will only perform well and look right if it is installed properly. Even minor flaws like a small piece of lint on the window or allowing very small bubbles to form can affect the quality of the tint and make the finished result look unprofessional.

So, come to us at Tinting Chicago if you want to get the most out of your polarized car tint. Our qualified specialists can ensure that the job is done efficiently and to the highest standards, complete with a limited one-year warranty, so you can enjoy a safer, more comfortable drive.

We only work with the top manufacturers that produce polarized window tints. Our specialists are ready to demonstrate them in one of our shops or explain them over the phone. Don’t hesitate to contact us at 773-455-0467 or 312-212-0493, our customer service works 24/7!