Car Tints in Warsash – Southampton
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Tint My WindowsWarsash is situated on the eastern bank of the river Hamble, near the entrance of the river into Southampton Water, and opposite the village of Hamble. The parish is known as Hook-with-Warsash because of the links with the nearby village of Hook.
By the crossroads in the centre of the village is the clock tower, which was built as a water tower to supply Warsash House and estate with water. King Edward VII used to visit Warsash House when he was Prince of Wales. The house was pulled down and modern houses were built just before the Second World War, but the water tower and model farmhouse remain. The clock on the tower struck the ship’s bell time until an electric clock was installed in 1945.
Shipbuilding and fishing were very important occupations – crabs, lobsters and shellfish provided a living for several families. Crab teas were provided near the shore and became famous locally. The Rising Sun (where teas were once served) is still a very popular public house.
The land in this area is very stony and is ideal for growing strawberries. Twenty years ago, on a fine summer’s day, the smell of strawberries was all-pervading. The trade has been important to the area for many years, and you will still find strawberries being sold at the side of the road in season.
The College of Maritime Studies, situated where the old coastguard station used to be, has trained countless Merchant Navy seamen from all over the world. It is possible to steer one of the world’s largest oil tankers and bring it into port and never leave the college buildings, thanks to modern technology!
Very near here, a century or more ago, salt was collected from the salterns after the seawater had evaporated. Wooden posts can still be seen at low tide marking this area.
A ferry runs regularly across the river Hamble to Hamble village. Some people travel to work that way, and it is very popular with holidaymakers.
The village information above is taken from The Hampshire Village Book, written by members of the Hampshire Federation of Women’s Institutes and published by Countryside Books.
Professionally installed window tinting films improve:
Passenger Comfort
Our automotive window films filter up to 65% of the sun’s heat, reducing interior vehicle temperature. Long journeys are more enjoyable – when parked up your vehicle will stay cool for longer. You can also save a decent amount on air conditioning/fuel costs.
Less Glare & Fatigue
Window tinting reduces up to 95% of unwanted glare within the vehicle’s interior and helps take the strain out of driving. Sun strips on the front windscreen should also be considered, especially in the winter to spring months, whilst the sun is low on the horizon.
UV Ray Protection
Automotive window films screen out up to 99 % of the sun’s invisible UV radiation, a principal cause of skin cancer and premature skin aging.
Reduce Interior Fading
Solar heat and UV rays can cause interior plastic trim cracks and fading of upholstery/carpeting. Using window tints helps keep your vehicle looking new.
VLT (stands for Visible Light Transmittance)
A standard tint job covers all windows behind the driver’s seat. We also offer a clear UV / smash protection film that can legally be fitted onto the front windows. View our Protection & Safety page to learn more.
Light Tint
35% VLT (shades 65%)
For a very subtle look
- Allows 35% of light to pass through.
- Once fitted you can ‘just’ see through the vehicle creating a subtle classy look.
- Often used on classic cars for a very stylish subtle look, not too over the top.
- Yes, this will still make your front windows totally illegal if applied.
Medium Factory Tint
20% VLT (shades 80%)
The best option for most vehicles.You can just about see silhouettes through the film and don’t give too much of a contrast against the ‘clear’ front doors.
- Allows 20% of light to pass through.
- Improved viewing for TV / back seat screens.
- Requested by dealerships for a factory finish to match standard manufactured privacy glass.
- Most popular choice by far
Limo Black
5% VLT (shades 95%)
This is an extreme blackout tint, recommended for maximum privacy.
- Allows 5% of light to pass through, your kids can still see out, but people cannot see in.
- Best viewing for TV / back seat screens or laptops and iPads.
- Used on commercial vehicles (vans & trucks) to help stop tool theft, etc.
- Will reduce your ability to see behind at night plus increase parking difficulty at night.
- Maximum heat rejection if traveling to hotter parts of Europe up to 50% Solar Energy reduction.