Quick answer: CoaterZ installs car window tint for Tampa drivers from our Lutz shop at 16235 N Florida Ave, the closest CoaterZ location to Tampa, with additional shops in Palm Harbor and Sarasota. Our window tint blocks up to 99% of UV rays, cuts cabin heat and glare, and is installed to meet Florida’s legal tint limits. Call (813) 467-8149 or request a free quote.
Window tint in Tampa at a glance
- Benefits: blocks up to 99% of UV rays, reduces cabin heat and glare, adds privacy and protects your interior from fading
- Film types: options from basic to high-performance ceramic film; see window tint options
- Florida legal limits: front side windows must let in at least 28% of light; rear side and rear windows must let in at least 15% on sedans and at least 6% on SUVs, trucks and vans
- Vehicles: cars, trucks, SUVs, Teslas and other EVs
- Nearest shop to Tampa: CoaterZ Lutz, 16235 N Florida Ave, Lutz, FL 33549 · (813) 467-8149
Why window tint matters in Tampa
Tampa sun is relentless. A car parked in a lot in July can get dangerously hot inside, UV fades and cracks dashboards and leather, and glare on I-275 at sunrise and sunset is tiring and unsafe. Quality window tint keeps the cabin cooler, protects your skin and interior from UV, and cuts glare so you can see the road.
Florida window tint law
Florida sets limits on how dark and how reflective your tint can be. Visible light transmission (VLT) is the percentage of light that passes through the glass and film.
- Windshield: non-reflective tint is allowed only above the manufacturer’s AS-1 line.
- Front side windows: must allow at least 28% of light in.
- Rear side windows and rear window: must allow at least 15% on sedans and coupes, and at least 6% on SUVs, trucks and vans.
- Reflectivity: front side windows can be no more than 25% reflective and rear side windows no more than 35%.
Medical exemptions are available in Florida for drivers with qualifying conditions. We’ll help you choose films and shades that are legal for your vehicle. Laws can change, so check current rules if you have questions.
Ceramic window tint
Ceramic films use non-metallic particles to block infrared heat without interfering with phone, GPS or radio signals. They let you reduce heat without going darker than you want or than the law allows. Ask us to compare film options for your vehicle, or browse our window tint options.
Tesla and EV window tint
Teslas and many EVs have large glass roofs and windshields that let in a lot of heat. Tint and heat-rejecting film can make the cabin noticeably more comfortable and help the A/C work less. We tint Teslas and other EVs; see our Tesla mods page too.
Our window tint process
1. Consultation: we help you choose film and shade for your vehicle and Florida law.
2. Prep: glass is cleaned and prepped so the film bonds without contamination.
3. Precise cut and install: film is cut to fit your glass and installed with clean edges.
4. Final check and care instructions: we inspect the tint and explain how long to wait before rolling windows down.
Learn more on our main window tint page and the Lutz window tint page.
CoaterZ locations
- CoaterZ Palm Harbor: 4824 US-19 ALT, Palm Harbor, FL 34683 · (727) 935-4621
- CoaterZ Lutz (closest to Tampa): 16235 N Florida Ave, Lutz, FL 33549 · (813) 467-8149
- CoaterZ Sarasota: 2321 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34239 · (941) 297-0125
- Hours: Palm Harbor and Sarasota, Monday to Saturday, 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM; Lutz, Monday to Saturday, 9 AM to 6 PM; closed Sunday
Frequently asked questions
Where can I get my car windows tinted near Tampa?
CoaterZ’s Lutz shop at 16235 N Florida Ave, Lutz, FL 33549 is our closest location to Tampa. Call (813) 467-8149. We also tint in Palm Harbor and Sarasota.
What is the darkest legal tint in Florida?
Front side windows must let in at least 28% of light. Rear side and rear windows must let in at least 15% on sedans and at least 6% on SUVs, trucks and vans.
Does window tint block UV?
Yes. Our window tint blocks up to 99% of UV rays, which helps protect your skin and your interior.
What is ceramic window tint?
Ceramic tint uses non-metallic ceramic particles to reject infrared heat without interfering with electronics, so you get strong heat reduction without having to go extra dark.
How long before I can roll my windows down?
We’ll give you specific care instructions at pickup; the wait depends on the film and the weather, because the film needs time to cure.
More questions?
See our window tint FAQ.
Get a window tint quote in Tampa
Tell us your vehicle and the look you want, and we’ll give you a free quote. Request a quote or call CoaterZ Lutz at (813) 467-8149.