Ceramic Window Tint in Redmond, WA
Good tint does more than darken your windows. It keeps the heat down, cuts the glare, blocks the UV that fades your interior, and gives you some privacy. We install STEK Action and STEK NEX here in Redmond for drivers all over Bellevue and Seattle.
STEK Action: carbon tint that cuts heat and adds privacy.
Action is our carbon film, and it is a great everyday choice. The tint comes from nano-carbon technology, not dye, so it will never fade or turn purple the way cheaper films do. It knocks down heat and glare, blocks 99 percent of UV, and gives you privacy without going too dark. Because it is carbon and not metal, it will not interfere with your phone, your GPS, or anything else in the car. A clean look, a film that lasts, and a balanced choice for most drivers at a price that makes sense.
| STEK Action | CS 05 | CS 15 | Most PopularCS 35 | CS 50 | CS 80 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Solar Energy Rejected | 55% | 48% | 37% | 32% | 32% |
| Infrared Rejection | 57% | 51% | 40% | 35% | 35% |
| UV Rejection | 99% | 99% | 99% | 99% | 99% |
STEK NEX: our best film for heat and sun.
If you want the most heat rejection we offer, this is it. NEX is built on graphene, which spreads and disperses heat far better than carbon, and you can feel the difference the second you get in on a hot day. It blocks 99.9 percent of UV, and it is recommended by the Skin Cancer Foundation, which is not something most films can claim. Your cabin stays cooler, your AC works less, and your skin and your interior get real protection, even in the lighter shades. Like Action, it is a non-metal film, so your phone and GPS are not affected.
| STEK NEX | NEX 05 | NEX 15 | Most PopularNEX 35 | NEX 45 | NEX 70 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Solar Energy Rejected | 64% | 61% | 56% | 52% | 65.8% |
| Infrared Rejection | 93.7% | 92.5% | 94.5% | 92.2% | 94.1% |
| UV Rejection | 99% | 99% | 99% | 99% | 99% |
| Glare Reduction | 92.2% | 83% | 62.9% | 49.8% | 27.1% |
Which one should you get?
Both films block UV and cut heat, so you cannot really go wrong. The difference is the material and how much heat you want gone. NEX uses graphene and rejects more heat, and it carries the Skin Cancer Foundation recommendation, so it is the pick if comfort and protection matter most, even in a lighter shade. Action uses carbon and gives you most of the way there at a better price, with that classic look. Tell us how your car sits in the sun and we will steer you right.
Glassparency: a clearer view when it rains.
This one is easy to add while you are here, and if you drive in Seattle rain you will notice it fast. Glassparency is a hydrophobic coating for your windshield and glass that makes water bead up and clear off, so you see better in the rain. It cuts glare, and it makes bugs and sap wipe right off instead of baking on. A cleaner, clearer view every drive.
Recent tint and glass work.
Drop off, grab a free loaner, drive away protected.
Quality work takes time, and you should not have to wait around for it. We keep a small free fleet, based on availability, so your day keeps moving.
Questions we get about tint.
What is the difference between STEK Action and STEK NEX?
NEX is our graphene film with the most heat rejection, and it carries the Skin Cancer Foundation recommendation. Action is a carbon film that gives you most of that performance for less. Both are solid.
Will tint mess with my phone or GPS?
No. We do not use metal films, which are the ones that cause that. Ours leave your signal alone.
How much UV does it block?
Action blocks 99 percent. NEX blocks 99.9 percent and is Skin Cancer Foundation recommended.
Is there a legal limit on how dark I can go?
Washington has rules on how dark your front windows can be. We will walk you through shades that look good and stay legal.
How long does it take?
Most installs are same day. Grab a free loaner and go about your day if you need to.
My new tint looks a little cloudy. Is something wrong?
Nope, that is normal. Tint goes on wet, so you might see a little haze or a few water pockets for a couple of days while it cures. Keep the windows up for five days and it clears up on its own.
What is Glassparency?
A hydrophobic coating for your glass that makes rain bead off, cuts glare, and keeps bugs and water spots from sticking.
Ask about availability
Tell us what you are booking and when you need the car. We will confirm what is open.