Choose comfort with a clear view
Window film can reduce glare and heat coming through the glass. At our Al Quoz workshop, we assess your existing glass, help you choose a suitable film and agree which windows the installation price covers.
Send your model and year. Tell us whether old film needs removal and which windows you want included.
Ask for the film series and included windows
The price depends on your car’s glass area, the film you choose and whether old tint needs removal. Compare quotes for the same windows and film series so you can see what each price includes.
| Film and included installation | Planning estimate |
|---|---|
| Standard film on a sedanRoutine preparation and fitting on the agreed side and rear windows. | AED 300–700Per vehicle |
| Ceramic film on a sedanProduct-specific thermal performance, with film series and shade confirmed. | AED 800–1,800Per vehicle |
| Premium film or larger SUVHigher-specification products or more glass area and installation work. | AED 1,500–3,000Depends on film and glass area |
| Old film removal or individual glassCondition, adhesive residue, demister lines and access assessed first. | Separate quoteConfirm before booking |
Estimates before 5% VAT, including ordinary film and installation for the stated coverage. Front windscreen, panoramic roof, old-film removal and damaged glass are excluded unless separately agreed and permitted. Confirm the exact product, windows, warranty and final VAT-inclusive total before fitting.
Darkness is only one measurement
To understand what a higher-priced film offers, compare the data sheets for the exact series and shade. Look at the measurements below together; a heat-lamp demonstration or a large infrared percentage tells only part of the story.
Visible light transmission, or VLT, measures how much visible light passes through the glass and film. A higher figure means a lighter result. Consider visibility at night and in dim parking areas, especially with existing privacy glass.
Total solar energy rejection describes the solar energy rejected by the tested glass and film combination. Compare values under equivalent test conditions.
Ultraviolet (UV) rejection and infrared (IR) rejection measure different parts of sunlight. IR results depend on the wavelength range tested; a high IR figure does not mean the film blocks that percentage of all solar heat.
For an example of manufacturer terminology, see 3M’s window film specifications. A technical reference does not imply that every product is stocked or that our workshop is an authorized installer.
Glass and film work together
A film labeled 20% VLT transmits less visible light than a film labeled 50% VLT. Shop descriptions such as “50% tint” can be ambiguous, so ask whether the figure means light transmission or darkness.
Existing glass also reduces light transmission. For example, 70% glass with 70% film gives an approximate combined VLT of 49%, not 70%. The fitted result needs measurement; the film label alone cannot establish compliance.
Factory privacy glass may already look dark, but its shade alone does not tell you how much solar heat it rejects. Check the glass specification before adding film, because another layer also reduces light transmission. The calculator shows that relationship; it cannot approve a film or replace measurement of the fitted glass.
Educational estimate only. Glass VLT × film VLT ÷ 100. Actual performance, measurement and legal suitability must be checked for the vehicle. Use arrow keys to adjust the controls.
Choose the product, not just the category
With a suitable shade in mind, compare the films available at that shade. The category gives you a starting point, while the individual product determines tested performance, clarity and warranty.
A practical option when appearance, glare reduction and budget are your main priorities. Check the chosen film’s heat-rejection and UV figures, as performance varies between products.
If reducing heat through the glass is your priority, compare products with documented heat-rejection figures. Some lighter films reject more solar energy than darker alternatives, so choose using the specifications as well as the shade.
Film construction also matters for electronics. Some metal-containing films can interfere with GPS or phone reception. Check the chosen product’s signal-compatibility information, especially if reception is already a concern.
Check suitability before installation
Published UAE police guidance describes black tint up to 50% on side and rear glass, with the front windscreen excluded. Heavy vehicles and vehicles with taxi plates are excluded from that general allowance.
Confirm the current requirements for your vehicle category with Dubai Police or RTA before fitting. Do not treat an advertised film percentage, a previous inspection pass or another driver’s setup as approval for your car.
Read the official police explanation of the tinting provision in Arabic. The actual glass and film combination needs checking.
From glass assessment to aftercare
We inspect the windows you want tinted and any existing film. Old adhesive, damaged film, rear demister lines and previous glass work can affect the preparation needed.
You can then agree the film brand, series and shade, the included windows and the warranty terms. Any old-film removal costs and legal suitability need to be settled before fitting.
The glass is prepared and film fitted with attention to edges, seals and surrounding trim. Confirm the expected collection time at booking.
Ask when to lower windows, clean the inside glass and return for a check if needed. Drying times depend on product and conditions.
My Car Repair Dubai
Visit our independent workshop at 39, Al Quoz Industrial Area 4, Dubai. My Car Repair Dubai is operated by AMF AUTO SERVICES LLC.
Tell us your model and year, whether it already has tint and what you want to improve. We can then discuss suitable film options and an assessment or fitting appointment, with product availability and included work confirmed before we begin.
Before deciding on a film
No. Visible darkness and total solar energy rejection are different. Compare the actual product’s TSER and other specifications at a suitable VLT, using equivalent testing conditions.
No. A 20% VLT film transmits less visible light and is darker. Ask what a shop means by a tint percentage, and assess the film together with the existing glass.
The published general 50% allowance for side and rear glass does not extend to the front windscreen. Confirm any proposed windscreen treatment or claimed exception with the relevant authority before installation.
Follow the waiting period supplied for your film and installation conditions. Do not assume that the film has fully dried just because the car is ready for collection.
A little haze or visible moisture can remain while the film dries. Follow the installer’s guidance on how long this should last. Persistent bubbles, lifting edges, trapped dirt or reduced visibility need assessment; avoid trying to press or heat the film yourself.
Often yes, after checking the old film and how firmly it is bonded. Rear demister lines and antennas on the glass need care during removal. Discuss any existing damage and the work needed before it starts.
No. Suitable film can reduce heat entering through the glass, but it does not repair an AC fault. If the air from the vents stays warm, book a car AC check as a separate service.
