Window Tinting in White Bear Lake, Minnesota
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Minnesota Window Tinting Laws
Car window tinting laws in Minnesota were enacted in 1985.
We have provided all the necessary information about your car’s window tint, including how dark or reflective the tint is allowed in your state.
Window Tint Darkness in Minnesota
The percent of visible light allowed through your car windows is called VLT: Visible Light Transmission.
The percentage of light allowed through your film and glass in Minnesota is very specific and different for sedan cars and SUV cars or vans.
Tint Darkness for Sedans:
- Windshield: No tint is allowed on the windshield
- Front Side windows: Must allow for more than 50% of light in.
- Back Side windows: Must allow for more than 50% of light in.
- Rear Window: Must allow for more than 50% of light in.
Tint Darkness for SUVs and Vans:
- Windshield: No tint is allowed on the windshield
- Front Side windows: Must allow for more than 50% of light in.
- Back Side windows: Any darkness can be used.
- Rear Window: Any darkness can be used.
Window Tint Reflection in Minnesota
Window tint can reflect incoming light and reduce glare and heat.
Minnesota window tint law permits a certain window reflection when using a tint so make sure you pay attention to this as well.
Tint Reflection for Sedans:
- Front Side windows: Must not be more than 20% reflective.
- Back Side windows: Must not be more than 20% reflective.
Tint Reflection for SUVs and Vans:
- Front Side windows: Must not be more than 20% reflective.
- Back Side windows: Must not be more than 20% reflective.
Other MN Window Tint Rules & Regulations:
Minnesota does have other important laws, rules and regulations pertaining to window tinting. They include the following:
- Side Mirrors: There are no restrictions or requirements for side mirrors in Minnesota.
- Restricted Colors: No colors of tint are explicitly restricted from use.
- Tint Variance: 3% variance allowed.
- Certificated: Manufacturers do NOT need to certify the film they sell in the state.
- Stickers: The sticker to identify legal tinting is required between the film and glass on the driver’s side window.
- Medical Exceptions: Minnesota allows medical exemptions for special tint.
Ceramic Extreme Tint Film
Standard 2 Door
Full Car: $350
Back Half: $250
Smaller SUV
Full Car: $450
Back Half: $350
Trucks
Full Single Cab: $300
Back Half: $150
Full Extended Cab: $350
Back Half: $300
Full Double Cab: $500
Back Half: $320
Standard 4 Door
Full Car: $450
Back Half: $350
Larger SUV
Full Car: $650
Back Half: $500
Extras
Set of Side Windows: $200
Windshield: $225
Sunroof: $150
Removal of Tint per Window: $50-$100
Superior Charcoal Tint Film
Standard 2 Door
Full Car: $250
Back Half: $150
Smaller SUV
Full Car: $350
Back Half: $300
Trucks
Full Single Cab: $200
Back Half: $125
Full Extended Cab: $250
Back Half: $150
Full Double Cab: $300
Back Half: $210
Standard 4 Door
Full Car: $300
Back Half: $250
Larger SUV
Full Car: $400
Back Half: $350
Extras
Set of Side Windows: $100
Windshield: $125
Sunroof: $75