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Reasons to Consider Window Tints after Windscreen Repairs

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Although auto window tinting has been available for decades, some motorists tend to think of it merely as an aesthetic addition. And while window tints will enhance the visual appeal of your car, they are much more functional than that. If you have recently acquired windscreen damage and are taking in your vehicle for repairs, that is the best time to consider auto tinting since the mechanic will already be working on the windscreen. Read on to learn about the different practical benefits of window tints that make them a perfect addition once your car is getting windscreen repairs.

Window tints increase your safety

Windscreen repairs are crucial for your safety since even the smallest degree of damage can compromise the entire glass and potentially cause the windscreen to break when you are on the road. While repairs do restore the integrity of the windscreen, adding a tint to the glass secures it even more, which in turn increases your safety on the road. Auto window tints function to hold the glass in place, even when it breaks. Thus, there is less risk of the windscreen shattering and you will not have to contend with airborne shards. So when repairing the windscreen, strengthen its integrity with a film of tint.

Window tints protect you from UV rays

Australia is hot. Once summer rolls around, driving around in the heat increases your exposure to ultraviolet rays. To limit your exposure to these harmful rays, you should opt to tint both the windows of your car as well as the windscreen. While not all window tints are UV-resistant, your mechanic is bound to have some tints that will help prevent these rays from penetrating your car and your risk of skin cancer becomes minimised.

Window tints protect your car's interior

Another risk posed to your vehicle when you do not have any window tints is the eventual damage of the interiors. Whether you have leather or upholstered seats, the constant exposure to the sun coupled with the solar build-up in the car causes the material to fade. Moreover, the higher the degree of heat, the higher the risk of these materials hardening and progressively becoming brittle. The second thing to note when it comes to the damage of your car's interiors is that all surfaces made from plastic, such as the dashboard, can melt if your car is parked in an area without shelter. UV-resistant window tints reflect both the UV rays and the radiant heat, which keeps your car cool and your interiors safe from undue damage.

For more information on window tints, contact a mobile windshield repair company near you.


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