WE NOW OFFER A COMPREHENSIVE FULL VEHICLE DIAGNOSTICS SERVICE

At Retrofit, we recognise that understanding your vehicle’s condition is crucial for its performance and longevity. That’s why our Birmingham workshop is equipped with the latest diagnostic technology, allowing us to provide precise insights into your car’s health and eliminate guesswork in repairs.

WE ALSO OFFER VEHICLE AIR CONDITIONING INSTALLATIONS, RE-GAS AND CHECKING FOR LEAKS

At Retrofit, we have a well equipped workshop specialising in car air conditioning installations, repairs and leak diagnosis. As part of our service, we will remove any old gas and oil from your air con system, before filling it again with new refrigerant and lubricant as per your manufacturer’s recommendation. Will will also perform a vacuum test to ensure there are no cracks or damage in your car or vans air conditioning system that could cause the gas to leak out.

WE ALSO OFFER MULTIMEDIA INSTALLATIONS - FROM IMPROVED SOUND, TO SEAMLESS ENTERTAINMENT OR A CUSTOMISED SETUP, WE'VE GOT YOU.

Upgrade your driving experience with our premium Car Play, Car Audio & Multimedia solutions. Whether you’re looking for richer sound, seamless entertainment, or a fully customised setup, we’ve got you covered.

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RETROFIT

WINDOW TINTING

We supply aftermarket Window Tinting for most vehicles. So whatever your requirements, Retrofit Alarmacar has the solution. Our team in Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, offers no-obligation advice on exactly the right equipment for your car’s needs.

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WINDOW TINTING BY RETROFIT

WINDOW TINTING
BIRMINGHAM

HOW EXACTLY DOES WINDOW TINT WORK?

Window tinting has many benefits. It protects you and your car from the damaging effects of the sun, both to your vehicle and health. It can also provide security and privacy, while letting in light and letting you see out. It can even make your car more energy efficient and keep your car cool on a hot day.

With all these benefits, have you ever wondered how exactly car window tints work? How do these sheer and thin shaded films deliver the promise of better driving, comfort, privacy, and health protection?

Here is how car window tints work exactly:

At the most basic level, window tinting entails the application of tinting film onto a window glass surface. Unlike popular belief, the films are not installed on the outer surface of the glass. Instead, window tint is applied on the inside. This is done to protect the tint from external sources of wear-and-tear, including flying debris and other hard objects.

It is a sheet of strong polyester laminate treated in variety of ways to improve the look and performance of existing windows. This layer makes up the bulk of tint film, with an extra thin layer made up of tinting agents like metals and dyes added to achieve the desired performance characteristics.

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TESTIMONIAL

OUR CLIENT REVIEWS

I called Alka last week with problems with the locks on my works van from the moment I spoke to Alka she was lovely and the service I received was second to none. The van was booked in for the extra security locks and also to take a look at the alarm which was causing problems. The locks were fitted and Kev took a look at the alarm for me no charge. What a fantastic Company Retrofit is the staff are fantastic I would personally recommend them. Good luck

DEBBIE

Customer

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RETROFIT

WINDOW TINTING

On this clear polyester film, another thin and even film is applied, made from various tinting agents. The application varies to what kind of tint is to be produced—metal, dye, or ceramic.

The second layer’s objective is to block the harmful sun rays that cause the fading and premature deterioration of the vehicle’s interiors and the car’s colours in general. It is also the layer that blocks the UV rays, both UV-A and UV-B that harms the skin to the point of causing skin cancer.

Although there are different types of window films, all of them work on the following basic principles:?

Reflection
Radiation
Absorption
Transmittance

The primary objective of the tint films is to reflect a significant portion of the harmful visible and ultraviolet rays, with something called ‘sputter coating’ (a coating of metal particles), which affects the amount of light that is rejected by the tint. More light is rejected when there is more sputter applied.

Car window tints also aim to provide heat especially during the winter. The heat is radiated through the films, keeping it from escaping. This is how tinting takes part in thermo control and gives the benefits of a warmer and more comfortable temperature while driving.

The absorption function of the tints come in a percentage of sunlight is absorbed and is prevented to be transmitted inside the vehicle. In turn, it reduces the visible light and reduce the glare from other cars. As the tints block the sunrays, it effectively cools the interior of the car, making the temperature inside much cooler and comfortable for you and your passengers.

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WINDOW TINTING BY RETROFIT

CHAMELEON WINDOW TINTING

We also offer Chameleon windscreen tinting. Chameleon tint contains coloured dyes which generate a gradient of purple, green or blue. These colours change when the vehicle is moving, or depending on the weather, lighting, or angle of view. This gives the ‘Chameleon’ effect, as the tinted windows appear to change colours depending on outdoor conditions.

Chameleon windscreen tints were originally created by the more prestigious automobile brands for looks, as well as to provide protection from the sun’s glare. Chameleon windscreen tints also provide that same sun glare protection as outlined above.

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