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About Automotive Tint

Automotive Tint in St. Paul, MN

Beat Minnesota’s blazing summers and icy glare with precision-cut automotive tint from Sun Control. Our certified technicians install premium, signal-friendly films that block heat, UV, and prying eyes while meeting state regulations. Computer plotters guarantee razor-clean edges with no knife marks on paint. Enjoy cooler drives, fade-free interiors, and a sleek, factory-grade look every time you cruise St. Paul streets all year long comfortably.

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PRIVACY AND COMFORT

Why Choose Our Automotive Tint?

Enhanced
Privacy & Security

Deep-dyed films obscure cabin contents from opportunistic thieves, adding a visual barrier that protects valuables and passengers without sacrificing outward visibility or style.

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Interior Comfort & Aesthetics

Tint cools upholstery, shields dashboards from fading, and gives every vehicle a sophisticated finish that feels custom-built straight from the factory.

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Glare
Reduction

Specialized coatings tame blinding reflections from snow, water, and oncoming headlights, sharpening road visibility and reducing eye strain on dawn-to-dusk commutes.

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UV Ray
Protection

By blocking ninety-nine percent of harmful UVA and UVB rays, our tint safeguards skin health and preserves interior fabrics, leather, and plastics.

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Temperature
Regulation

Advanced nano-ceramic layers reject infrared heat, stabilizing cabin temperature, reducing AC use, and making every trip more efficient and relaxing year-round.

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Transparent Shade

Customize Your Desired Window Shade

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Balanced privacy meets everyday practicality. Our 20 % tint shields interiors from prying eyes, lowers heat and glare, yet maintains outward visibility for confident day-night driving.

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Perfect for families and commuters, 35 % tint softens windows, trims glare and UV, and preserves factory appearance with clear day-night visibility across busy city routes.

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Prefer near-clear windows? 70 % ceramic tint stops infrared heat and UV, fortifies glass, and keeps factory appearance untouched—ideal for windshields or high-visibility luxury vehicles too.

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Transparent Pricing

Automotive Tint Packages

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XPEL CS

  • High Performance Carbon Material
  • Blocks 99% Of UV
  • Reduced Eye Strain
  • No Signal Interference
  • Guaranteed Not To Fade
  • Lifetime Warranty

Why Buy XPEL CS:

For a great-looking, color-stable tint that offers UV protection and glare reduction at an excellent value.

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XPEL XR

  • Quality Ceramic Material
  • Blocks Up To 78% Of Heat
  • Blocks 99% of UV
  • Reduced Eye Strain
  • Reduced AC Strain
  • No Signal Interference
  • Guaranteed Not To Fade
  • Lifetime Warranty

Why Buy XPEL XR:

To get the core benefits of a premium ceramic tint, including heat rejection and signal-friendly performance, for a comfortable driving experience.

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XPEL XR PLUS

  • Popular
  • Market Leading Nano Ceramic Film
  • Blocks Up To 98% Of Heat
  • Blocks 99% Of UV
  • Luxury Appearance
  • Reduced Eye Strain
  • Reduced AC Strain
  • No Signal Interreference
  • Guaranteed Not To Fade
  • Lifetime Warranty

Why Buy XPEL XR+:

To get the absolute best-in-class performance, featuring multi-layer nano-ceramic technology that provides the maximum possible heat rejection and protection for ultimate comfort and peace of mind.

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why Choose

Why you need Automotive Tint?

Enhanced Privacy & Security

  • Conceals valuables, discouraging quick smash-and-grab theft attempts effectively.
  • Darkened glass keeps curious commuters from witnessing solo drives.
  • Security film option reinforces glass, slowing forced entry attacks.
  • Reduced visibility hides child seats, laptops, and newly purchased electronics.
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Uv Ray Protection

  • Blocks nearly all damaging rays that age skin prematurely.
  • Helps prevent dashboard cracks caused by relentless ultraviolet exposure.
  • Maintains seat integrity, reducing costly reupholstery down the line.
  • Protects pets riding shotgun from extended harmful sunbeams.
  • Preserves resale value by keeping surfaces looking factory-new.
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Interior Comfort & Aesthetics

  • Cooler cabin temperatures create relaxed moods during congested commutes.
  • Tinted windows complement body color, delivering cohesive vehicle styling.
  • Protected upholstery retains vibrant colors, boosting perceived interior value.
  • Glare-free screens let passengers stream movies without washed visuals.
  • Sleek tint signals attention to detail and personal comfort priorities.
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Temperature Regulation

  • Lower AC usage means improved fuel economy in summer traffic.
  • Even cabin temperatures prevent rear passengers from overheating midday.
  • Heat rejection technologies maintain battery efficiency in electric vehicles.
  • Fewer temperature swings reduce risk of fragile electronics malfunctioning.
  • Comfortable steering wheel grip immediately after parking under sun.
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Glare Reduction

  • Reduces squinting during sunrise, preventing tension headaches on drives.
  • Safer night travel thanks to dimmed high-beam reflections.
  • Improves dashboard and gauge readability under harsh midday sunlight.
  • Less glare equals faster reaction times to unexpected hazards.
  • Comfortable passengers arrive fresher, reducing trip fatigue complaints.
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Portfolio

Our Automotive Tint Portfolio

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Person applying dark tint film to a car window inside a workshop, smoothing it over the glass surface.
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Technician from Sun Control of Minnesota working on the front side window of a black car inside a tinting workshop.
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Testimonials

Real Reviews From Real People

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Jonathan V
★★★★★
Did a great job and would recommend Sun Control for any automotive tinting services.
Bennie A
★★★★★
I've been using Sun Control for automotive window tinting since 2004. I have had them do at least 8 cars for me. They do top notch work and that is why I will continue to use them!
Anthony F
★★★★★
Have taken multiple vehicles here and job is always perfect. Great staff all around. I recommend Sun Control to everyone looking for window tint!
James B
★★★★★
Great customer service and excellent job on window tinting have been coming here for years for both home and car tinting and will remain a loyal customer. Great company and highly recommend.
Joel R
★★★★★
I have had sun control of Minnesota install window tint on multiple vehicles over the course of 10 years and would highly recommend them, they are the best in the business!!!
Chris B
★★★★★
Good price, good value, prompt service. I will be bringing my wife's vehicle in for window tint when it arrives from the dealer.
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Protect. Enhance. Transform.

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Transform daily drives into cool, comfortable journeys protected from prying eyes and punishing sunlight. Request a quote now, and our tint experts will recommend the perfect shade, schedule installation, and deliver guaranteed results within hours—no pressure, just professionalism.

  • Instant online or in-shop quotes
  • Lifetime film and workmanship warranty
  • Serving Minnesota and Western Wisconsin
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Enhancing Style, Safety & Performance

Automotive Tint Service and More — St. Paul, MN

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