Window tint is one of the best upgrades you can make on a Florida car — it cuts heat, blocks UV, reduces glare, and protects your interior. But Florida also has specific tint laws, and it is worth knowing the rules before you tint.
Florida Window Tint Law (The Basics)
Tint darkness is measured by Visible Light Transmission (VLT) — the percentage of light allowed through. For passenger cars, Florida generally allows:
- Windshield: Non-reflective tint is allowed along the top strip, above the manufacturers AS-1 line.
- Front side windows: Must allow more than 28% of light in.
- Back side windows: Must allow more than 15% of light in.
- Rear window: Must allow more than 15% of light in.
There are also limits on how reflective (mirror-like) the tint can be, and Florida offers a medical exemption for drivers who need darker tint for a documented condition. Always confirm current limits, as laws can change.
Why Tint Is Worth It in Florida
- Blocks heat for a cooler, more comfortable cabin.
- Blocks up to 99% of UV rays — protecting your skin and slowing interior fading and cracking.
- Reduces glare for safer driving.
- Adds privacy and a clean, finished look.
Quality and Install Matter
Cheap tint bubbles, peels and turns purple within a couple of years. A professional, even install with quality film stays looking sharp and performing for the long haul. We install clean, legal tint that looks factory-finished.
Free Photo Estimate at BumperDoc Oakland Park
Family-owned since 2011, BumperDoc Oakland Park handles professional window tinting and full collision repair in-house — all insurance welcome, free written estimates, and a lifetime warranty on our refinishing. Snap a few photos of the damage and send them for a free estimate, or call 754-701-5086. Find us at 793 NE 45th St, Oakland Park, FL 33334.