The 5 best window tinting in Sydney for protection and privacy
Window tint is more than just a way to make your car look cooler (though that’s a great reason by itself). It helps you actually BE cooler, literally, by blocking heat and UV rays from the outside.
It minimizes glare, which makes driving safer and more comfortable, and helps with temperature regulation during all seasons.
In homes or office buildings, a good set of tinted windows keeps your electric bill lower, and affords more privacy for your family. But this isn’t something you can install yourself. Call in the professionals with our suggestions for the best window tinting services in Sydney.
How much does window tinting cost in Sydney?
Window tinting in Sydney will cost from $320 to over $495. There are usually several levels of tint available, with greater protection and more advanced technology adding to the final price. If you opt for an extra-tough security film, this will cost extra as well.
1. Tint a Car
Address: 966 Elizabeth St, Zetland
Phone: 02 9119 7102 / 13 84 68 (13-TINT)
Business hours:
- Monday – Friday: 7:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Saturday: 7:30 am – 1:00 pm
- Sunday: Closed
Tint a Car is certified by the Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency, which aims to protect citizens’ health. They offer ceramic car window tinting in black and other colours, using the darkest legal shade possible.
We got on the phone with one of their staff members, and got a great crash course on the different types and levels of tint available. Besides blocking UV rays and heat more effectively, higher-grade tints are built to cause no electronic signal interference through the glass.
The staff member let us know that Tint a Car also offers a special paint job protection coating, which is better than conventional ceramic coating. They also have products and accessories for interior protection, to repel food and drink stains, cracking, or mould.
Car window tinting starts at $295, with a 30-day money-back guarantee and a lifetime warranty. If you need to get somewhere while your car is being worked on, they can lend you a courtesy car for the duration, which we found really considerate.
The results speak for themselves
“Steve and team at Tint a Car Alexandria did a fantastic job of tint and ceramic paint protection for my Hyundai Sonata. Overall, I would highly recommend this place if you’re looking for premium window tint and ceramic paint protection.”
– Harjenko, Google review
Excellent quality as always!
“Very happy with the ceramic window tinting and paint coating. From our Subaru Forester to our Land Cruiser Prado 250 series, always the best quality. Steve was very friendly and always accommodating. Thank you Steve and team for always doing amazing work.”
– Richelle Yao, Google review
2. The Tinting Machine
Address: 966 Elizabeth St, Zetland
Phone: (02) 9310 1071
Business hours:
- Monday – Friday: 7:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Saturday: 7:00 am – 1:00 pm
- Sunday: closed
At The Tinting Machine, car tinting services start at $320. You can pay a little extra for a special security tint that gives your windows greater resistance against breakage or shattering; I personally loved this option, as I’m very concerned with security.
You can request any of their products by filling in a short online form, or just calling The Tinting Machine.
They have great customer service and were happy to answer my questions. I just wish they were open for service on Sundays.
On the flip side, we were impressed with their scope of expertise. We couldn’t name a brand or model that they weren’t familiar with and weren’t willing to work on, showcasing their reliability as a business.
They smashed it out of the park
“Went with the nano ceramic tint, and it’s a total game-changer. The car stays heaps cooler now, even on those stinking hot days — no more cooking inside or burning my arm on the door. Looks bloody awesome too.”
– Dewa Putra, Google review
This is my go-to shop!
“Steve and the team are always doing a great job. Comparing to 3M Crystalline, Suntek Ceramic is best bang for the buck! Thanks Steve and team! Well done!”
– Yingzheng Wang, Google review
3. Sydney City Solartint
Address: 12/10 Anderson St, Banksmeadow
Phone: (02) 9662 2429
Business hours:
- Monday – Friday: 7:30 am – 4:00 pm
- Saturday: By appointment
- Sunday: closed
Sydney City Solartint has been in business for over 20 years, offering lifetime warranty to all of their window tinting and film, which is always reassuring to hear.
We also inquired if their specialists could come to our location and apply the tint there (couldn’t hurt to ask!), but they informed us that this wouldn’t be possible.
On the plus side, a special extra-thick security film for windows is available — besides a bunch of glass tinting options. This is a big plus for me personally, and something that not every provider offers.
We were able to get a free quote for tint on all our car and home windows, which was nice (though we had to fill in a form to get it). We were even offered an additional ceramic coating service for our car, which was unexpected but welcome.
Outstanding service
“Got my car tinted here and couldn’t be happier. The quality of the work is top-notch, and the staff were super friendly. Kenny, the owner, was especially amazing—professional, helpful, and really made the whole experience smooth.”
– Blake Watterson, Google review
I can’t recommend him highly enough
“I had my car windows & sunroof tinted by Kenny at Sydney City Solartint. The new workshop is very neat with plenty of space & was super easy to locate. The quality of Kenny’s work is far superior to others who I have experienced.”
– Ryan Williams, Google review
4. Tint Professionals
Address: 315 Hume Hwy, Cabramatta
Phone: 0450 698 468
Business hours:
- Monday: by appointment
- Tuesday – Saturday: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Sunday: closed
Tint Professionals provides a range of tint options that apply various effects: maximizing light while minimizing heat, reducing the mirror-effect during nighttime, enhancing scratch resistance, and more.
They can also apply safety film material to doors and partitions to protect against breakage or other accidents.
Their automotive window tints provide privacy, interior protection from fading, and reduced glare for the driver. There are also extra services for car care like fabric leather protection, frosted glass, and paint protection.
They even offer rust-proofing services for interior electronics, which was something we never heard from other businesses.
With all these offerings, we were excited to see the pricing packages, but unfortunately these weren’t available on the website. A quick call to Tint Professionals will let you get a quote estimate, though.
Exceptional service
“Amazing work done by Ibby. Extremely happy with the results. Very much impressed with the level of professionalism, experience and dedication that he brought to give the best quality service. Explained step by step process and possessed high attention to detail. He is the best in windows tint business.”
– Muhammad Usman Malik, Google review
Highly recommend Tint Professionals
“Ibby did an exceptional job with my car. My car tint needed to be removed due to fade and bubbling wear and tear issue with Toyota car’s rear window. I also got an upgrade to the S9 ceramic tint with no extra charge as he ran out of the one I wanted. Amazing customer service.”
– Kim Duong, Google review
5. Universal Tint
Address: Unit 15/51-53 Bourke Rd, Alexandria
Phone: 1300 846 837
Business hours:
- Monday – Friday: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
- Saturday: by appointment
- Sunday: closed
Universal Tint has impressive credentials: they’ve performed work at the Star City Sydney casino and entertainment centre, applying anti-glare protection to the roof panels. This helped reduce glare and heat, making for a better customer experience.
They also installed frosted windows for customer privacy.
Universal Tint keeps licensed and trained staff on call to install their products. The business favors reputable 3M window films, as well as Gtechniq products.
To maintain the highest possible quality, they use in-house staff only, eschewing contractors.
Universal Tint offers Home and office window tinting, including shatter-resistant treatments and anti-graffiti protective films. They also have car window tinting and paint protection services.
They’ll even work on the windows of boats and marine vessels if that’s what the customer needs.
With a good reputation and wide range of services, the only missing ingredient is that they aren’t fully open on the weekends.
I will have no hesitation coming back here
“The job Mark did on my car was fantastic. The price he quoted us was very competitive. He was friendly, professional, and accommodating by giving us directions to somewhere we needed to go nearby.”
– David Alexander, Google review
Highly recommending them
“The whole process from booking to going through the different types of tints to picking up the car was seamless, and the team at Universal Tint were courteous and professional. The quality of workmanship and the way the car looks is awesome. Since finding them I have been going back.”
– Robert Traj, Google review