What does 70% VLT mean?
Visible Light Transmission
A 70% windshield tint is a tinted screen that can be fixed onto a vehicle’s glass to allow a specific percentage of light, 70%, to pass through it. In other words, it’s the protective section of an automobile with a Visible Light Transmission (VLT) of 70 percent.
Is VLT tint good?
Lower VLT window tint will generally provide you with better UV protection, which helps keep your interior in good shape and keep your car cooler. Blocking out these UV rays is also an important part of eye and skin health. VLT is also a big factor in whether or not your tint is legal.
What does VLT mean on tint?
Let’s start with what is measured when it comes to window tint. Window tint is determined by the percentage of visible light which passes through the window, also known as visible light transmission (VLT). A lower VLT percentage indicates a lower amount of light able to transmit through the glass.
Is higher VLT darker?
If the percentage is higher, it means more light is visible through the tint, which appears lighter. Lower VLT percentages appear darker because less light is able to pass through the tint. It’s possible to tint your windows from 5% to 90%.
What is the darkest legal window tint?
Legal Window Tint
- There are no federal laws governing windshield tint.
- Window tint percentage is measured by visible light transmittance (VLT), or the amount of light passing through the windows.
- Most new vehicles come with factory tint already installed.
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- Most manufacturer’s tint will be no darker than 70 percent VLT.
How dark should I tint my car?
California Window Tinting Laws. California window tint law restricts windshield tint on top 4 inches. Front side windows must have 70% light transmission or more. Back side windows and rear window may have any tint darkness.
