Thinking about DIY-ing paint protection film for your car? This thin, yet durable polyurethane film, commonly known as “clear bra,” offers substantial protection against scratches, chips, and environmental damage. However, the dilemma of whether to apply PPF yourself or opt for professional installation is a significant one.   Ask yourself these questions before you make your big choice. Self-Assessment Questions Before Opting for DIY PPF Installation 1. Do You Have the Necessary Skills and Experience? PPF application is not just about sticking a film onto your car; it requires a co ..read more

You’ve made the wise decision to have paint protection film applied to your car—but what comes next?  In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about maintaining and preserving your vehicle’s PPF to ensure it remains in top-notch condition for years. Key Takeaways  Proper PPF care is essential for protecting your car's appearance and investment.  Gather PPF-friendly supplies: car wash soap, microfiber wash mitt, two buckets with grit guards, and a soft microfiber drying towel.  Pre-wash inspection and spot cleaning for stubborn con ..read more

When deciding between ceramic and regular window tint for your vehicle, understanding the key differences can help guide your decision. Ceramic tint, using advanced ceramic nanoparticle technology, offers superior heat rejection, enhanced durability, improved clarity, increased privacy, and additional safety benefits.  Regular tint, also known as dyed tint, though not as high-performance as ceramic tint, can still effectively reduce heat, block a percentage of harmful UV rays, and offer privacy and glare reduction. While ceramic tint generally carries a higher price tag due to its advance ..read more

Last summer, the Pacific Northwest experienced record-breaking temperatures. While hot weather can make your home uncomfortable, it can transform your car’s cabin into a dangerous oven. Installing window tint is one of the best ways to reduce heat inside your vehicle. Elite Window Tinting proudly offers XPEL window film, which blocks 99% of UV rays and 98% of infrared heat. Discover how XPEL tint keeps your car cool all summer. The Dangers of Hot Car Cabins Think of your car as a greenhouse on wheels. With glass on all four sides, cars swiftly absorb the sun’s rays and turn into saunas. In fa ..read more

Whether you drive the ruggedly refined Rivian R1T electric pickup or the family-friendly R1S SUV, you want to ensure your investment is protected for the long haul. No matter how much you baby your new ride, its pristine paint can be damaged by UV rays, bug splatter, rock chips, and scratches from your daily drive.  To ensure your EV looks as amazing as it did the day you first drove it home from the dealership, you should consider adding paint protection film (PPF) to your Rivian paint. Luckily, XPEL, the leader in PPF solutions, was recently chosen as the exclusive paint protection film ..read more

We’ve all been there. One day, you’re cruising down the highway in a flawless vehicle. The next thing you know, your car’s pristine paint has an unsightly chip. Stone chips are caused by gravel, rocks, and road debris your wheels kick up. They leave small, localized dents that can damage your auto paint and lower your car’s resale value. So, what’s a driver to do? Should you try to remove the stone chip yourself or let a professional handle the job? The technicians at Elite Window Tinting are here to give you some guidance. Here’s everything you need to know about fixing stone chips on your ca ..read more

Here at Elite Window Tinting, we strive to not only deliver unmatched tinting solutions to our customers but also thoroughly educate them about their options. If you’re thinking about getting automotive window tints, you might be overwhelmed by the endless variety of available options. Window films come in a huge array of shades and materials to add a distinctive flair to your ride.  Luckily, our experienced technicians are here to help. With over 50 years of combined experience, Portland-area drivers trust us for superior results. Here’s everything you need to know about different window ..read more

Taking good care of your car is an important part of owning a vehicle. After all, if you can’t take care of your car, how will it take care of you? Good machinery only functions at its best when well-maintained. But that maintenance also extends to the exterior of your car. Attention and care to the paint, the headlights, and the trim make the difference between a car that ages with time and one that glows like new year after year. So what should you do? Getting your car washed is a great start, but you may have also considered auto detailing. What’s the difference? How do you differentiate be ..read more

How can you protect your car or truck from winter paint damage? We take pride in a beautiful paint job. You can always tell a well-cared-for car because it gleams every time you shake off the road dust. It’s true that the occasional piece of road gravel may scratch the fender or mar your perfect paint, that’s life. But in the winter, the risk of paint damage increases tenfold. Winter poses some serious dangers to a pristine paint job, and even mild existing scratches can make it worse. When the roads are covered in corrosive salt crystals and snow can settle on your car in under an hour of par ..read more

A single paint or coat scratch on your brand new car can be quite annoying. It ruins your plans for preserving its mint condition for years to come. Nonetheless, this is something that happens to every car owner. The good news is that self-healing paint protection films can help you mitigate the damage. But what are they, and how do they work? In this post, we seek to demystify self-healing paint protection films. When you finish reading, you will be a better-informed consumer. What is a “Self-Healing” Paint Protection Film? Self-healing paint protection films allow the damaged section of your ..read more