Since 1988 we have been providing premier window tinting services for Sacramento and Elk Grove Areas. At 916 Tint Window Tinting we prefer to hand cut every job to give you a more precise and seamless install every time!

Computer cut is for the Tinter's benefit not the CONSUMER! Never believe a tint shop tells you computer cut is better. REMEMBER THAT THE COMPUTER ONLY CUTS OUT THE FILM!

With computer cut the installer can have your film ready to be applied within 10-15 mins, meaning shorter wait times. Hand cut does take more time to install, but there will be no GAPS.

Remember every car windows are different, no two windows on a vehicle are exactly the same. With computer cut the cuts can be off!

We have many customers who was unsatisfied with there computer cut install and brought the vehicle to us to remove and reapply by hand.

• Does the dots or thick lines on my back windshield effect installation?

Most cars have a black ceramic “dot-matrix” edge on the rear window. These dots/lines are sometimes thick which prevent the film from sticking to the area between the dots. This sometimes produces a whitish looking strip trimming the glass.

• Will the tint fade, bubble, or turn purple?

No, we haven’t had any problems in the past. But just to ease your worries, all of our films come with a lifetime manufactures warranty against adhesive failure, cracking, delamination, demetallization and change of color.

• How do I clean my windows after tint installation?

We recommend a non-ammonia cleaner and a soft, clean, lint free towel or sponge to clean and dry the windows. 

• Can you have window tinting applied to your windows in wet or cold weather?

Yes! Tint is applied to the inside of the glass, so the weather has no effect on the quality of installation.  However,the curing time may be extended in cold weather. 

• I just had my windows tinted and now it's all hazy and has bubbles.  It's been several days and it hasn't gone away.

It can take 3 -4 weeks for bubbles and moisture to completely dry out of film during that time film may appear hazy, lumpy or have water bubbles. Never try to fix any water bubbles after installation doing so may cause other issues.

• How will window-tinting affect my defroster performance?

Window tinting actually helps to insulate the window and helps the defroster clear the glass of frost and fog quicker.

• Can I wash my car right after install?

Yes, since all the film is installed on the inside of the windows.

• Are the rear windshields tinted in one piece?

Yes, all vehicles are tinted with a one piece back window.

• My car has a feature that drops the window slightly when the doors open.Does this cause a problem for tinting?

We know what to do so that the windows will be tinted in the full up position so that no gap will result when the doors are closed.

• How long do I need to keep my windows up after installation?

After install, the tinted windows will need to remain up for 5 days.

• Is there an extra charge to remove old film?

Yes, Tint removal can be a very tedious job, especially removing tint from the rear windshield because of the defrost lines. We have a special technique that can remove the tint with no harm to the defrost in most cases. We do need to see the vehicle to give accurate pricing.

• Will the tint interfere with my navigation or radio reception?

No, here at 916 Tint Window Tinting we only use Non Metalized based films, which means it has no metal layers that can interfere with any reception in your vehicle.