Standard glass for side and rear windows in cars prevents sunburn but provides little protection against harmful ultraviolet rays that cause more gradual and serious health problems. Automotive Window Tinting in Upland adds extra protection by shielding the driver and passengers from more of the UV light reaching the glass. Window tint also keeps the interior of the car cooler, so the air conditioner does not have to work as hard.
Windshields vs. Other Windows
Windshields are made of thick sheets of laminated glass, which has stronger protective effects against UV rays that cause skin cancer and cataracts in the eyes. Side and rear windows are thinner and are made only of one glass pane. They break relatively easily, unlike wind-shields. Certain types of window-tinting film actually make the glass stronger, which may discourage anyone trying to break into the vehicle.
Preventing Skin Cancer
The Skin Cancer Foundation includes automotive window tinting as one of its recommendations for preventing this disease. Research has discovered that people who drive a great deal tend to be at higher risk of developing skin cancer on the left side of the face or neck, and on the left arm or hand. Of course, some of the study participants may occasionally drive with the window down during sunny conditions, which makes the situation even worse.
Cosmetic Purposes
Aside from maintaining skin and eye health, blocking UV light through Automotive Window Tinting in Upland also has positive cosmetic purposes. Ongoing exposure to UV rays can lead to wrinkles, fine lines, age spots and uneven pigmentation and texture. These effects usually are seen on the face, neck and hands, since they generally receive the most exposure to sunlight.
Which Tint to Buy
The darkest tint allowed by state law can be installed on a car by a company such as Tint City. Technicians are aware of the laws and will not place anything darker unless the customer can provide a valid medical exemption to the regulations. Customers should ask for tint that blocks UV rays and is not just applied to make the car look sportier or more elegant, or for privacy reasons.
