Ceramic Window Tinting in Arroyo Grande

In practice they describe the same family of film. Ceramic refers to the nano-ceramic construction, while IR is shorthand many installers use to highlight how the film handles infrared heat, which is one part of the solar spectrum. Kepler IR and IR+ are both nano-ceramic automotive ranges. What matters when comparing quotes is the exact film and shade, since two films described as ceramic can perform differently. Ask the dealer to confirm which range and shade is being quoted for your car.

Ask a local tinter whether they carry Kepler film or can get it. For more information, see quick quote.

Heat from the sun arrives as visible light, infrared and ultraviolet, so a film that only darkens the glass is not the whole answer. Kepler's nano-ceramic construction is designed to work across that range, which is why cabin comfort can improve without moving to the darkest possible shade. Visible light transmission describes how much light passes through, and it is separate from solar heat performance, so a lighter film is not automatically a warmer car. Compare the exact film and shade to see how a particular option behaves.

Kepler film is also available for homes through residential window film

Ceramic film brings together several things drivers care about: better control of solar heat, less glare on bright roads and long drives, protection from ultraviolet light that ages interiors, and a clean, consistent finish. It is non-metallic, so it does not interfere with phone, GPS or keyless signals. You also keep a genuine choice of shade, from a barely visible film through to a dark, private look, with the same underlying technology behind each option.

Cost depends on the vehicle, how many windows are treated, the film range and the shade you choose. Pricing is set by the independent dealer who does the work, so the most reliable figure comes from a quote for your own car.

Kepler also supplies safety and security films for homes and businesses. See security window film

Give the film time to settle after installation and follow the advice your installer gives you. After that, clean with a soft cloth and a mild, ammonia-free cleaner, and avoid abrasive pads or scrapers on the filmed surface. Our how to clean window tint page has more detail on day-to-day care.

A simple comparison is easy enough at home: park in the sun, or aim a heat lamp at a filmed and an unfilmed pane, and take readings with a thermometer or an infrared meter. The clearest sense of a film's behavior, though, comes from a side-by-side demonstration of the exact film and shade, which a dealer can show you.

Ask a Kepler dealer in California about your vehicle and preferred shade quick quote

Vehicle tint is regulated, and the rules cover things like which windows may be treated and how much light must pass through them. Choosing a film and staying within the law are two separate steps, so check the current requirements before you settle on a shade. Our window tint laws page sets out the details, and your installer can talk through what that means for your vehicle.

Dyed and metallized films control light and heat in different ways, and metallized films can affect signal reception. Nano-ceramic films are non-metallic and are engineered to manage infrared heat as well as visible light, so you can often get the comfort you want without choosing the darkest shade available. As always, judge a film by its published data for the specific range and shade rather than by the category name.

It sits at the premium end because of what goes into it. The nano-ceramic construction is non-metallic, so it keeps optical clarity and leaves electronics alone, and it is built to hold its color and appearance rather than fade or turn purple. For drivers who want performance and a clean finish that lasts, that combination is what justifies the step up.

Start with our dealer locator page, or send an enquiry with your vehicle and the shade you have in mind. Ask a local tinter whether they carry Kepler film or can get it. If you approach a local shop yourself, ask whether they can source and install Kepler film.