Window tint percentages means the amount of light that’s able to pass through the window. It’s common to see and read about tint percentages when you begin to research about window tinting your car. Here’s a basic guideline on what to expect.
30% tint – This means 70% of the light is able to pass through into your vehicle. This is the legal requirement for the front passenger windows and windscreen in Singapore. Generally people may or may not know you have tinted your vehicle as this looks quite clear as well and close to ‘stock’.
50% tint – Provides moderate protection and blocks half the light from reaching your car’s interior.
35% tint – Blocks 65% of light from reaching the interior of your vehicle. The majority of the general population will know your car is tinted and is on the darker side.
20% tint – This is where things start to look very dark. People will find it hard to look into your car during the day, and will have to be up close to even be able to look into your car. At night, it is not possible to see someone’s face/features without illumination.
5% tint – This is where it’s absolutely not possible to see through the glass. Certain classes of vehicles do use 5 to 15% tint like security vehicles for VIPs or Limousines.