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A silver BMW M4 coupe with tinted windows, seen from the side

Window tint shade viewer

Window Tint Shades

All six Union shades on the same car, from the darkest to nearly clear, and which ones Minnesota allows on each window.

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Window tint shade viewer

See window tint shades on a car

Six shades, from 5% (darkest) to 70% (nearly clear). Pick one, or drag across the glass to compare it with clear windows.

An Audi SQ5 with clear glass beside the same car with 50% Union window tint

Drag across the glass to compare

Window tint shades, darkest first

50%: Rear of pickups and vans only

Window tint shades

Every Union shade side by side

The same car each time, darkest on the left, so the only thing that changes is the film.

  1. The window of a red Audi SQ5 with 5% Union window tintThe darkest shade. Rear windows of SUVs, trucks and vans.
  2. The window of a red Audi SQ5 with 15% Union window tintVery dark, a blacked-out side profile.
  3. The window of a red Audi SQ5 with 20% Union window tintDark and private.
  4. The window of a red Audi SQ5 with 35% Union window tintPrivate by day, an easy view out at night.
  5. The window of a red Audi SQ5 with 50% Union window tintLight and classy. Legal on every side and rear window in Minnesota.
  6. The window of a red Audi SQ5 with 70% Union window tintNearly clear, still blocks UV and infrared heat.
A white Toyota Camry with tinted windows, seen from the side

Tint law

How dark can you tint in Minnesota?

Minnesota generally requires the glass and film together to let at least 50% of light through (with 3% allowed either way). For SUVs and trucks, windows behind the driver and front passenger doors can have any tint percentage.

  • WindshieldNo film
  • Front side windows50% or lighter
  • Rear side windows50% or lighter
  • Rear window50% or lighter
Minnesota tint law

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Book car window tinting in South Saint Paul

Tell us your vehicle’s year, make and model, and we’ll come back to you with a price.

  • (952) 522-9592
  • Open Mon – Fri, 8am – 6pm; Sat, 9am – 3pm
  • Mobile tinting at your home or work is available by request.
  • 204 15th ave S, South Saint Paul, MN 55075

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Questions

Questions about tint shades

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What tint shades can I choose from?

From darkest to lightest: 5%, 15%, 20%, 35%, 50% and 70%. Darker shades give more privacy, lighter ones keep a factory look, and we make sure the front windows stay legal.

How dark can I tint my windows in Minnesota?

In Minnesota, the front side windows must let in at least 50% of light, and the rear side windows and back window can take at least 50%. On SUVs, trucks and vans, the rear windows can take any shade. We check the law for your car before we start.

Is ceramic tint worth it?

Yes, if heat matters to you. Ceramic film keeps more heat out without having to look darker: Ceramic IR blocks up to 87% of infrared heat, compared with up to 75% for Carbon IR.

When can I roll my windows down after tinting?

Keep them up for 3 to 5 days while the film dries, and wait a week before cleaning the inside of the glass. Use a soft cloth and an ammonia-free cleaner.

How much does car window tinting cost?

Car window tinting usually costs from $300 to $1,000. The price depends on your vehicle and the film you choose.

How much does ceramic window tint cost?

Ceramic window tint usually costs from $350 to $1,000. The price depends on your vehicle and the ceramic film you choose.