UV Protection for your car or truck

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Ultraviolet Rays aka UV, has been associated by the medical community with skin aging and skin cancer, as it penetrates glass. LLumar® UVShield™ is an optically clear film that is professionally applied to the interior of your car's or truck’s windows by a certified installer here at A Shade Darker. UVShield's virtually invisible protection blocks 99.9% of harmful UVA and UVB rays.

According to dermatologist Albert Kligman, M.D., Ph.D., at the University of Pennsylvania, "It makes scientific sense. I call your attention to the observations that show photoaging is greater on the left body side of drivers in America and on the right side in Australia where autos are equipped with right-hand drive."

We at A Shade Darker only use LLumar® UVShield™ because it is the only automotive window film that is legal for application on automobiles in all 50 states. It is backed with a manufacturer's Life time Warranty against bubbling, peeling or crackling.

LLumar® UVShield installed at the A Shade Darker shop:
-Reduces glare
-Helps to reduce fading of car and or truck interiors
-Bonds itself to glass to help hold shattered glass in place in the event of breakage

For more information about LLumar® UVShield™ or a how you can get 99.9% UV protection for your car, and protect your family, call (707) 546-2827 or stop by the shop located in Santa Rosa click here for directions.

 

Paint Protection

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Our Paint and Headlamp Protection Products can help protect your car, truck, SUV, motorcycle or motorhome from the perils of the environment that they live in. We can provide top of the line paint protection and headlamp products that will provide a layer of protection against rocks and debris, bug acids, and weathering. The skintight fit does not detract from the original appearance of the vehicle nor does it require any special maintenance.

Maintenance Free!
Virtually Invisible!
Wash & Wax As Usual
Great For Leased Cars
Won't Harm Factory Paint
Can Be Safely Removed
Doesn't Peel, Crack or Fade

Your kit is made specifically for your car, right after you order!
Our Paint Protection Products are made from 3M Scotchgard™ Paint Protection Film which is a rugged eight mil (.008") clear Urethane plastic employing a clear-coat finish for maximum shine. This durable material has been used successfully for years by the military, various auto manufacturers, and NASCAR race teams in rock chip prone areas with incredible results. Never before has a product been invented that provides so much protection with such low visibility.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Boat and Motorhome Tinting

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Boat and Motorhome glass often comes with some degree of factory tint like many of todays suv’s , although it usually does not supply adequate heat and glare reduction it also does not block any uv rays that might damage your interior. By adding window film to these windows you can improve comfort and privacy while reducing harsh glare that can cause eye fatigue. At the same time you will gain 99% UV protection for your interior’s wood, carpet and fabrics.


A Shade Darker stocks a special supply of tint that is safe for use on boats and Motorhomes and dual pane glass. While traveling our tint will keep you and your passengers cool and comfortable without squinting from the suns bright rays. These films come with a manufacturer's written lifetime warranty which covers all defects including color change or fading.

Custom Tints

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Our custom designs can accommodate any car or truck with or with out custom paint schemes. Our custom designs include custom graphics that flow from front to back.

If you have your own design, no problem - we can accommodate your individual needs. Flames and Tribal designs can be made with a variety of colors: blue, green, red, and yellow.
 
We can also mix colors to make new shades. What is real popular is outlining the colored designs with chrome. This gives the design a nice pinstripe effect.
 
If you’ve spent the time detailing and modifying your car or truck, you don’t have to stick with plain windows. Window tint is exploding in a wide variety of cuts, colors and styles of film that can be custom cut to match your wildest ideas. The right window tint designs can add a graphic element to your car or truck, without the expense and labor involved with paint. If your car or truck already has graphics, the window tint can match or accent your graphics and be another detail that will “shadow” the competition.
 
With the various types of window film available, wild designs are possible. Some of the coolest are flames that have a couple of layers of different grade tints. Going beyond flames are tribal flames with skulls or Maltese crosses within the design. These are cool to match your “pimped-out” car of truck’s interior and can actually act as a graphic element in itself. You say you want chrome? Chromed window film is most often used on flames or within logos to make certain designs stand out.

If you want your windows to be the only graphic element on your car or truck, then using multiple color tints in various designs will totally take your car or truck to the next level of coolness. Because window film can be computer cut and can include intricate details, it is also possible for other designs such as your club logo to be a part of your car or truck’s window tint.


Here is a list of some custom tint designs we have done and can do for you. 

Flames
Tribal Designs
Maltese Crosses
Skulls
Company Logos
Sports Logos
Club or chapter Logos


The possibilities are endless at A Shade Darker! If you have and idea give us a call. We are confident that we can make your ideas become a tinted reality for you.

 

Automotive Tinting

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We use a state of the art computer that generates patterns that will ensure you a perfect fit for your car or truck. No more cutting tint on the car like most shops do risking damage to the glass. As a customer you are treated like royalty at A shade darker.

 


We offer five different film selections to choose from which all include different shades, options and warranties. Not sure which tint is right for you? Let one of our staff members show you just what tint will be the perfect match for you’re car or truck. It all depends on what look you want and how long you plan on keeping your car or truck. We also have colored tints available: red, blue, green, yellow, and chrome. Appointments are recommended to ensure a practical turn around time. Tinting may take a couple hours to half a day, so either arrange a ride or bring a good book. Call today to book an appointment.

 

Don’t let the sun ruin your day trips. Non quality tint that has been destroyed buy the sun can ruin a nice drive not to mention your car’s interior and your eyes. Come on down and get your car or truck re tinted. Don’t worry a team member at A Shade Darker we take all the precautions necessary wile removing your old tint without ruining your windows. Call us today for the best re tinting price in Santa Rosa.

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