(IR) Ceramic Window Tinting St. Petersburg

In everyday use the two terms usually describe the same thing. Kepler IR and IR+ are nano-ceramic films, and "infrared" refers to the part of the solar spectrum that carries much of the heat you feel through the glass. Because different brands label their ranges differently, it is worth comparing the published figures for the exact film and shade rather than relying on the name alone.

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Sunlight reaching your windows is a mix of visible light, ultraviolet and infrared energy. Visible light transmission, or VLT, describes how much light passes through the film, and it is a separate measure from solar heat performance: a darker shade is not automatically the cooler one. Kepler IR and IR+ are nano-ceramic ranges built to work on the heat side of that spectrum while keeping the view out clear. Ask your dealer for the technical data on the exact film and shade you are considering so you can compare like with like.

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Compared with a basic dyed film, nano-ceramic film is designed to work harder on solar heat, ultraviolet and glare, which makes long drives in Florida sun more comfortable and helps limit fading of trim and upholstery. The right shade also reduces how much of your cabin is visible from outside in daylight. Ceramic film is non-metallic, so it avoids the signal interference sometimes associated with metallized films.

Pricing depends on the film you choose, the number of windows and your vehicle, so quotes are given by the installer rather than fixed here. Ask a local tinter whether they carry Kepler film or can get it.

Your installer will give you aftercare guidance for the film they fit, including how long to leave the windows up while the film settles. After that, clean the inside of the glass with a soft cloth and a mild, ammonia-free cleaner, and avoid abrasive pads or scrapers. A quick look over the edges now and then will show up anything that needs attention early.

You can get a rough sense of the difference at home by placing a thermometer inside the car and aiming a heat lamp at a tinted and an untinted window in turn, comparing the readings. It is an informal comparison rather than a lab measurement, so for real numbers use the published data for the specific film and shade. Shade and heat rejection are separate things. For the rules that apply in Florida, see our window tint laws page.

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Window film on vehicles is regulated, and the rules cover things like which windows may be treated and how much light must pass through them. Choosing a film is a separate step from checking those rules. You will find the detail for this state on our window tint laws page, and your installer can advise on the shades available for your vehicle before any work is booked.

Nano-ceramic film is the more advanced end of the market: it targets solar heat and ultraviolet while keeping the view out sharp, and because there is no metal layer in the construction it does not interfere with GPS, phone or radio reception the way some metallized films can. Colour stability is also better than a basic dyed film. The fair comparison is always between the published specs of the exact films and shades you are choosing between.

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It sits at the premium end because of what goes into it: a nano-ceramic construction that works on heat and ultraviolet, a non-metallic makeup that leaves electronics alone, and a clean, non-reflective finish that suits a modern car. Drivers who keep their vehicles a long time tend to weigh that against the lower cost of a basic film.

Kepler supplies film to independent installers, who deal with customers directly. Use the dealer locator to look for installers listed near St. Petersburg, and if Kepler availability is not confirmed for a shop you like, simply ask whether they can source and install Kepler film for your vehicle. Sending the quote form is the quickest way to put your enquiry in front of a Kepler dealer.