Nothing lasts forever and you won't find any modern products with the staying power of a roman coliseum. Everything from houses to cars or any other piece of property eventually succumbs to age. Window tinting film is no exception to the rule and will eventually break down. How long you will get good use from your tinting depends on several factors. Mainly the quality of the film used coupled with the workmanship of the crew that installed it determine its life the majority of the time but its lifetime exposure to the sun also can play a large part.
At the lowest end of quality, dyed window film often lasts the least amount of time. When you add in poor quality installation and low-quality product purchases you can start to see color fading and breakdown in a matter of a few months under intense sunlight - similar to the type in southern states.
Hybrid films are generally better in quality than dyed films with an expected lifespan of around 5 years before wear, color fade and other problems start presenting themselves. However, hybrid films can see earlier issues just like dyed films when a bad installation or faulty product is used.
By far the best quality film is metalized sputters or deposition window film. With these films it is quite common to see them lasting up to ten years when properly installed. With proper maintenance and care these films can even be pushed beyond the ten year mark. It's quite possible for the tint job to outlast the car.
A classic example of cheap window tinting can be seen in DIY jobs where tint begins to separate under hot sun - especially in states like Florida. You'll begin to see bubbles and ripples form beneath the film which gives your window tint an uneven and extremely splotchy appearance. What's worse is that cheaper film, under intense sun, begins to turn a purplish hue which indicates that a less-costly (cheap) dye was used when the film was produced.
The best way to avoid problems with your tint is to do your homework before you settle on a dealership or technician. Don't just do business with the first tint shop you walk into, because you're handing the overall appearance and performance of your tint to a complete stranger. Ask questions, review their work and check into their background before you hand over your money and your car.
Also, purchase quality film from a reputable dealer. It can happen that a shop or technician will buy film on from a reject sale or at bargain prices. These films can often be a poorer quality, defective or just plain old. Reputable dealers will generally use quality film with a warranty backing it up, be it a 5 year, lifetime or performance and color guarantee. It can happen that unforeseen problems arise; you want to be sure you and your investment are taken care of.
If installed properly, with a quality dealership and good film, your window tinting should last a long time - potentially longer than you own the vehicle which is always a perk. If you take good care of a vehicle, the window tinting you do could add a lot of value to a car, making it easier to sell or trade in when it finally comes time to upgrade.
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