Is it safe to Tint on factory Tint?

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Can I tint over factory tint?

The Difference Between Factory Tint and Aftermarket Tint

Factory tint and aftermarket tint are both so different that they shouldn’t both be called “tint.” Factory tint is a tint within the glass; the glass itself is a different color. Aftermarket tint is a film that is placed over glass; it can be removed and reapplied. If you’re purchasing a car secondhand, it may not be obvious whether or not your vehicle has factory tint or aftermarket tint. To determine the difference, you have to look at the window and see whether the tint goes all the way through the glass or whether it appears to be on the surface of the glass.

 

But because factory tint is inside the window and aftermarket tint is on top of the window, it’s more than possible to place aftermarket tint on top of factory tint. You just need to be careful.

 

Never try to tint over aftermarket tint. If you already have aftermarket tint, the appropriate solution is to completely strip off the aftermarket tint and then add a new layer. Aftermarket tint, unlike factory tint, cannot be easily tinted over