Removable static tint (silicone) in 2021 - what is it, do it yourself, light transmittance, reviews

Why choose removable tint?

A removable tint option appeared on the car market and it immediately gained popularity. If you glue and remove the film correctly, it will last a long time. In addition, the cost of gluing work and the price of the material itself are affordable for a simple car owner.

Among the advantages of such a device it is worth highlighting:

• one-way visibility. The driver can easily see sections of the road and everything around from his car, and at the same time he can feel comfortable that no one can see him;
• protection of the interior from fading and heating, which is especially important in the summer;
• The film can be used many times without losing quality;
• removable tinting does not fly off on its own, so it will last as long as needed;
• you can install and remove the film yourself without spending a lot of time;
• the material does not fade;
• affordable price for removable tinting;

Among the disadvantages, the view from the car may be distorted. But such problems only happen after poor-quality installation.

Types of removable tinting

Removable tinting of 2 types has become widespread, each of which has its own advantages and disadvantages:

1. On a rigid PET base (on plastic).
2. Silicone on static.

1. To produce the first type, a tinting film is applied to the base.

Installing this removable tint is simple:

• lower the window halfway;
• remove the protective film (the side where the protective film was should be adjacent to the glass);
• insert the tint sheet between the glass and the velvet cloth, lowering it 0.5 centimeters below the glass level;
• To raise and lower tinted glass, you need to glue double-sided tape (transparent) between them along the upper contour.

Important:

• Do not install PET-based tinting in the rain;
• When washing the car it should be removed;
• In extreme heat, it is also better to remove blackout curtains.

2. Removable static silicone tint has the following advantages:

• no mirroring;
• tolerates different temperatures and humidity;
• does not rub or scratch;
• adheres well even to the windshield without tape or glue;
• does not require shaping (you can roll and fold it in different ways);
• can be used many times;
• you can cut and install it yourself;
• the price is affordable.

Cons: If installed incorrectly, it may distort the image.

Removable silicone tinting on static – gets positive reviews. If desired, it is easy to install it yourself.

Installation and removal of silicone tinting

To install it yourself, you will need a sprayer with soapy water and a water outlet (a plastic card will do).

The process is simple:

• apply soap solution to glass and tinting;
• Place the silicone film on the glass and push the bottom edge under the seal;
• align the material along the edges and expel the water from under the film (start from the center);
• After drying (5 minutes), you can lower and raise the windows.

It is recommended: in cold weather (from 0 to -40 degrees) to install static silicone tinting in heated rooms.

The question of how to glue silicone tint has been resolved, but how to dismantle it? It will be even easier to remove the film. To do this, you need to lower the glass so that you have access to the edge of the tint, and use a coin or a fingernail to carefully hook it and smoothly remove it. After this process, there will be no traces left on the window.

What is this?

Removable tint is a special material that is held in place by static. Therefore, there is no need to use any fasteners or glue here.

An important feature is the fact that this is a reusable tint. It can be easily and quickly removed, after which it can be reinstalled. This is due to the fact that traffic police officers can make claims regarding tinting, as in the case of using curtains. In order not to argue and not run into fines, you remove the silicone insert with one movement of your hand and move on.

Installation takes a minimum of time, but allows you to significantly save on paying fines for real permanent tinting. The product is held on the glass surface due to the static effect. The silicone just sticks to the glass. The unique technology ensures reusable use without loss of quality and light transmission. In terms of its external characteristics, the silicone insert is not much different from conventional tinting.

But it is also considered illegal. Therefore, if law enforcement officers demand that you remove the tint, be sure to do it immediately. Otherwise, a violation report will be issued against you.

Considering the objective advantages of the solution, they began to be actively used in Moscow, Minsk, St. Petersburg, cities like Yekaterinburg and in almost every locality in the CIS countries.

Advantages and disadvantages

Before you go to an online store or Aliexpress and buy a film for your Ford Focus 3, or any other car, you need to carefully study the strengths and weaknesses of the material. I’ll say right away that the price of the products is even less than in the case of curtains. Therefore, the relevance of the decision is easy to explain.

The increased demand in 2021 has become even greater in the current year 2018. This is due to the following advantages of static tinting:

• the material is not afraid of ultraviolet radiation and does not fade due to sunlight;
• can be used during sudden temperature changes;
• resistant to some damage (falling, crushing);
• protects the driver from the sun and ultraviolet radiation;
• reduces the temperature inside the car;
• prevents the upholstery and plastic in the interior from fading;
• darkens, but does not impair the driver’s visibility;
• protects against glare from oncoming cars;
• firmly held on the surface;
• quickly installed and dismantled;
• it's cheap.

But let's not forget about the shortcomings. Here I will say right away that the manifestation of disadvantages is largely due to the choice of obviously low-quality products.

Frankly, it’s not worth saving on film. Buy only static silicone inserts from trusted manufacturers. Otherwise, you may encounter disadvantages. Namely:

• the film can distort the picture, although this does not greatly affect the perception;
• improper installation can cause accidents and traffic accidents;
• peeled films are filled with dirt and dust;
• The film is not protected from scratches and similar damage.

As you can see, the shortcomings are conditional, and are largely associated with the use of low-quality products. Just like with hood deflectors or car spoilers, you need to choose good products and install them correctly.

Turbidity and reduction in size

Some motorists, as they use static films, notice that they have become smaller or that cloudiness has appeared. The phenomenon is common, but again associated with low-quality silicone products.

Haze is formed in 2 situations:

• due to prolonged use, the film has worn out;
• the material was bad from the start.

The second situation is more common in Russia, since in addition to popular and high-quality manufacturers, a large number of frankly low-quality products are offered on the market.

Also, cloudiness may appear on the first day after installation. Don't worry, if you did everything correctly, it will go away in 1-2 days.

In the case of reducing the film size, you need to know some nuances:

• You bought low-quality silicone static tint. Moreover, the price does not always show this. Some sell terrible film at a high cost. Either it is a fake, masquerading as a well-known brand;
• Some films shrink due to too dry weather, or shrink when exposed to cold. You can pull them out, although this does not always give results;
• Before stretching, try warming up the film with a hairdryer. Do not overheat, otherwise the silicone will simply deteriorate.

Such situations can be avoided if you use good films and take a responsible approach to installation. This is evidenced by reviews from owners.

Do-it-yourself removable tinting - how to quickly install and quickly remove

Installing removable tinting will help make the interior of your car protected from the sun and prying glances, but at the same time avoid an unwanted fine. The search for an optimal solution to the dispute between “tinting and paying” and “not tinting, but suffering” ended the day when a new product appeared on the shelves of car dealerships - tinting film.

The film does not stick, but is held on the glass due to electrostatics. There is absolutely no need to pay anyone to install the tint, because removable tint can be installed on its own very quickly.

High-quality preparation for tinting is half the success

Before you get removable tint done, you first go to a car accessories store. Manufacturers quickly adapted to the needs of car enthusiasts and produced a small but acceptable range of polymer materials that are used as removable shading.

Considering that this attribute is not in very wide demand, manufacturing plants do not strive to provide sellers with films already cut to the shape of glass. Most likely you will have to buy blanks - fragments of polymer tinted material in sheets up to 1 mm thick, which still have to be cut out.

The question of how to cut out removable tint is resolved by each car enthusiast at his own discretion. The options are:

• attach the film to the glass and trace the outline;
• prepare a cardboard template in advance;
• remove the glass or use another glass as a template.

Of course, you will have to remove the door trim, remove the rubber seals and “velvet seals”. For the first time, you should not be lazy and remove the glass. It is much more convenient to perform all manipulations on the desktop.

Removable tint is glued on if the auto repairman has one in his arsenal.:

• glass cleaner (“Mr. Muscle” or similar);
• foam-forming detergent (for example, “Fairy”);
• clean rags;
• an elastic rubber spatula or a piece of flexible plastic wrapped in cloth.

Do-it-yourself removable tinting - installation procedure

Direct installation of tint film on glass is carried out using proven technology:

• using detergent, wash the inner surface of the glass and wipe it dry;
• a soapy aqueous solution with plenty of foam is prepared (Fairy is used);
• the planes of glass and film are generously moistened with soap solution;
• the film is applied to the glass and aligned along the edges;
• using an elastic spatula, excess water with foam and air bubbles are dispersed from the center to the edges;
• Use a dry cloth to wipe off excess moisture.

The glass dries for about a day and is used further, as with a regular tint film. The advantage of this material is that it can be removed from the glass very quickly without leaving marks. You can stick it back as many times as you like. Considering that this polymer is much thicker than ordinary film, the edges do not lift up and the surface is not scratched.

Are you wondering how to apply removable tint using an alternative option?

Those who want to get mobile tinting may be intimidated by the prices for high-quality material. Indeed, the technology for producing such polymers is not very widespread, and not everyone can afford such a luxury. On the Internet you can find another way to glue removable tint. It is much cheaper, but more troublesome. For this option you will need:

• transparent thin film (polyester, PVC, PET or plexiglass) 0.5-1 mm thick;
• regular tint film for car windows;
• double sided tape.

First you need to make tinted linings according to the shape of the glass. To do this, the tint film is glued to transparent plastic. Next, follow the above recommendations to cut out the removable panels. Before installation, it is necessary to thoroughly wash and dry the inner surface of the glass.

A strip of double-sided tape about 1 cm wide should be glued along the perimeter of the glass. Then you need to attach and glue the prepared tint to the tape. It’s absolutely not difficult to find a video on the Internet about how to properly perform removable tinting with your own hands. Perhaps a master class from professionals will become more intelligible and will help you find answers to questions that arise along the way.

Different installation options – different benefits

The described two methods of obtaining removable tinting have their own advantages and disadvantages. When deciding for yourself how to install removable tint, you must take them into account.

The positive qualities of gluing expensive film are as follows: it does not differ in appearance from ordinary film; does not create glare or distortion; durable, reusable. The only negative can be attributed to the high cost, which cannot be said about the second option.

The second method of completely homemade tinting has worse performance: the shade and color of the film is very different from the rear door glass; the presence of an air gap causes image distortion and glare; Over time, dust and moisture enter the cavity, which leads to the need for re-gluing. Due to overheating in summer, the film peels off.

It should be remembered that this whole procedure boils down to ensuring the ability to urgently remove the film if there is a threat of falling out of favor with traffic inspectors. You can quickly get rid of tint if the tint is installed using the first method. If necessary, tear off the film glued with tape, this will take some time. In this case, traces of glue and remnants of adhesive tape will definitely remain on the glass.

Prices for tinting at the Auto-M1 tuning studio

Removable tint 15%

Specialists from the Auto-M1 tuning studio are pleased to announce that removable tinting of 15% is now available: Film for two glasses (1m*1m) - 700 rubles, Work (cutting on glass, gluing) - 700 rubles

UV protection

Car window tinting not only gently protects you from prying eyes, creating a comfortable personal zone, but also serves as protection from ultraviolet radiation. High-quality film for cars blocks the lion's share of sunlight - up to 99%. And it blocks part of the infrared spectrum radiation - heat rays.

This is especially important on a hot summer day. After all, an excess of UV is harmful. And not only for your skin, but also for seat upholstery, panel trim and other interior parts. And overheated air reduces the driver’s concentration and attention, making him distracted and quickly tiring. Car tinting helps solve these problems.

In winter, car tinting is also very useful. It perfectly reflects the sun's glare from the white snow, protecting your eyes. And in addition, tinting (polymer film) serves as an additional heat insulator, retaining up to thirty-five percent of the heat in the cabin.

Additional argument

Car tinting performs another task that is often forgotten. It prevents small sharp glass fragments from scattering throughout the cabin in the event of an accident or being hit by a stone. The glasses, of course, crack, but their pieces remain glued to the film and hang on it. This saves the driver and passengers from dangerous injuries. Car tinting provides additional protection in the event of a collision or stone hitting the glass.

Stylish accent

Tinted car windows become a sophisticated accent in the design of your car. The appearance of the car subtly changes, acquiring completeness and a certain mystery. According to some drivers, tinting car windows gives the car a special personality, makes it more solid and visually more expensive.

Resilient Americans

However, in order to cope with all these tasks “perfectly”, car window tinting must be done professionally and only using high-quality materials.

The Auto-M1 tuning studio uses films from the American brands Llumar and SunTek. The most advanced technologies are used in their production. Such films consist of several layers of silicone, sprayed metal, polymer, and dye. In total - from five to fifteen layers.

The simplest option is films coated with paint, which provide good protection from the sun and overheating. Metallized films (aimed at tinting) also solve these problems and, in addition, do not fade in the sun. And a combined coating with metal and dye gives even more guarantees.

American-made products perfectly resist external influences. This film is almost impossible to scratch, it is not afraid of cold and heat, does not peel off, and bubbles do not form on it.

Windshield tinting

The windshield and front windows can also be covered with film, but only with a special one. Athermal film protects the interior from overheating and has an anti-glare effect: you can safely drive your car even on an unlit country road. At the same time, there will be no complaints from the traffic police officers, because the light transmittance index of such a film complies with GOST.

Car tinting is a complex process that requires maximum concentration. Auto-M1 specialists have tinted a large number of cars and thanks to this we can say with confidence that you will be satisfied with the result!

Temporary option

A special offer from the Auto-M1 tuning studio is removable silicone tint for cars. It stays on the glass due to static tension. Easy to install and remove as many times as you need. The light transmittance of such a film is only fifteen percent.

According to many of our customers, this is a very convenient car tinting. The price of film for a car for two windows measuring 1x1 meter is seven hundred rubles. The cost of the work (cutting to the shape of the window and gluing it) is also seven hundred rubles.

By choosing this option, you can independently tint your car wherever and whenever you want.

Manufacturers

On the modern market, film for glass tinting is presented from several manufacturing companies that occupy leading positions in this segment. These include:

1. Johnson.
2. Llumar.
3. Silicon Tint.
4. Sun Tech.

The main thing that a car owner should remember when choosing a tint film manufacturer is that a cheap option will always be of dubious quality. It’s better to purchase a time-tested tint once, which will not cause any complaints throughout its service life and will not affect the levels of travel safety and comfort in the cabin.

Advantages and disadvantages

Removable silicone tint objectively has more advantages than disadvantages.

Let's start with the strengths. These include the following points:

• installation does not require the use of glue, which simplifies installation and dismantling of the product;
• high-quality films are reusable, which allows them to be reused after removal, and many times;
• externally, removable elements are no different from ordinary films;
• Silicone is practically not affected by high temperatures, frosts or high humidity levels;
• the material additionally protects the glass from mechanical damage;
• this is excellent protection from prying eyes;
• the material can be folded in several layers, since it is not afraid of bends;
• the material does not reflect light;
• helps protect the interior from burnout;
• installation takes minimal time;
• for installation there is no need to contact specialists;
• They cannot issue a fine for it if it is withdrawn on time.

According to the law, if it is possible to eliminate the discrepancy on the spot, the driver is obliged to do so. In this case, the traffic police officer does not have the right to issue a fine.

Everything is simple here. If a driver is stopped for suspicion of tinting that does not comply with the rules in terms of its light transmission characteristics, he may be required to use a device to evaluate the indicators. At this time, the film is removed and removed in a matter of seconds. There can no longer be any complaints.

DIY removable windshield tinting

Removable tinting on the windshield and side windows of the car is quite easy to apply. You can do this procedure yourself. To apply removable tint yourself, you just need to read the information about the types of tint and choose the type you need. The table below shows the algorithm for gluing removable tinting on the windshield and side windows of a car with your own hands.

How to properly glue removable tint?

As practice shows, the most favorable period for gluing film is the warm season. In winter, experts do not recommend this procedure. This is because it is difficult to remove all the water from the glass.

Bonding removable tint

Even if insignificant particles remain, all the work will go down the drain. Because in cold weather, water quickly freezes even under the film. Then bubbles will appear on it, which will ruin the appearance of the car and cause the tint to begin to peel off.

Advantages and disadvantages

The most popular type of removable tinting is silicone-based film. The material used in the manufacture of the tint film is endowed with high technical characteristics. These include:

• Long service life and wear resistance. The installed coating can withstand at least 10 thousand raising and lowering of glass. The average driver carries out the indicated number of manipulations over a period of one year. Also, dismantling the film at the request of traffic police officers will not damage the film.
• It will protect the car interior from fading due to its high resistance to the negative effects of sunlight and temperature changes. Window tinting can be used in any weather and will retain its original appearance for a long time.
• Has high elasticity and flexibility.
• The material does not require special storage conditions.
• Easy to install, you can do it yourself.

Types of films

There are several main types of removable tints, each of which has its own useful features:

• Photochromic tinting. Has good reviews. It differs in that when it is used, the glass becomes lighter or darker, depending on the strength of the applied voltage. This film completely lacks the mirror effect, but it is possible to adjust the transparency of the glass yourself. The only but significant disadvantage is the high price of the product.
• Double glazing. A very convenient and modern technology, when tinting is applied in the form of a second, darkened glass and lowered at will. The disadvantages are the high cost, as well as the complexity of installing this type of tinting.
• German static plastic. This tinting coating is made on the basis of monopolycarbonate and is maintained due to the same static. It has a fairly neutral price and is easy to install. Moreover, recently some craftsmen have been practicing making this type of tinting on their own.
• Silicone tint. A very common version of removable film. This product is also low cost, easy to install using the technology described above, and can be used repeatedly until it wears out. Suitable for all types of cars and practically insensitive to temperature changes and other weather inconveniences.

If you are thinking about choosing a static removable tint, then it is best to give preference to the latter option or German static plastic - these inexpensive tint coatings perform their main functions quite well.

Specify the service you are interested in

ServiceThermal tintingMirror tintingGlass tintingRemovable tinting (silicone)Removable tinting, plasticCar tintingTinting with color transitionTinting of headlights and lanternsColor tintingServiceAnti-gravel protectionMatte anti-gravel body protectionArmoring side windowsArmoring headlightsArmoring a motorcycleWindow armorWindshield protectionProtection of screens and monitorsProtection and interior car interiorServiceAuto vinylAntichrome for a carCar brandingVinylography (pasting film with a pattern - individual design project) Camouflage on a car Wrapping a car under a taxi Wrapping motorcycles with colored films Wrapping a carbon fiber film Wrapping the interior of a car Pasting any stickers on a car Styling on a car Removing vinyl from the body Panoramic roof effect on a car Service Sound insulation of a car (the entire body inside) Sound insulation of arches Sound insulation of doors Service Anti-rain Liquid glass Ceramics Painting of calipers Body polishing Floor Headlight cleaningDent repairRemoving scratches and chipsCar dry cleaningServiceDisc paintingPainting calipersChip repair and cracks Bumper mesh Car dry cleaning Back Forward

We install it ourselves

Approach the choice of static films as responsibly as in the case of purchasing LED lamps for headlights. This will allow you to get the desired effect with proper installation.

I’ll tell you briefly how to glue correctly and how to make the tint even and neat. You can also watch the video instructions.

It all looks something like this:

• the material is applied to the outside of the glass and markings are made according to size;
• the blank is cut out according to the markings (it is better to retreat 2-3 mm from the top edge of the glass so as not to create snags);
• use a spray bottle to wet the surface of the glass with soapy water;
• the film is also wetted;
• tint is applied from inside the car;
• the film is applied and smoothed with a spatula (not metal, but silicone).

All. In a couple of days the film will dry and the cloudiness will disappear. If necessary, simply pull the edge of the film and remove it. Roll it up and then glue it back using the same method. I can’t say for sure how many times the reusable tint can be used. This depends on a number of factors.

Whether to use static tint or not is up to each individual. But this is really a worthy and more convenient replacement for regular tinting.

Installation of film on a rigid transparent base

This type is a regular tint film glued to a transparent base that has a certain rigidity. You can make this kind of tint yourself at home.

Installing the film on a rigid transparent base looks very simple:

• We cut to the size of the glass in the car, leaving a small allowance at the bottom.
• We press the film to the glass and secure it on top with transparent tape, and tuck it behind the window seal from below. If desired, this option can be removed with one movement of the hand.

Installing removable tinting on a rigid base

How to glue and remove

To install tinting you will need the following equipment and materials:

• Pure water.
• A piece of fabric or wallpaper spatula.
• Glass sprayer.
• Tinting film.

The first step is to prepare the glass. To do this, all smudges and dirt are wiped off from the interior. Next, the sprayer wets the glass and the side of the film that will come into contact with it with water. The glass is lowered a few centimeters, and the film is installed on the upper part and then leveled. This procedure is carried out using a spatula. The process will get rid of possible air bubbles and help expel any remaining water. At the last stage of work, the glass is raised all the way and the lower part of the film is mounted.

It is important to remember that when treating the surface with a spatula, you should expel as much water as possible so that the film quickly adheres to the glass and becomes transparent, rather than having a matte tint.

When removing the tinting, you should lower the glass and, without using sharp manipulations, pull the material by the edge. Then the glass is lifted all the way and the film is completely removed. To store it, you need to roll it up or put it in the luggage compartment.

What is silicone removable tinting and why is it needed?

An example of good tinting according to GOST, for example.

Why are more and more car owners resorting to this new development? The fact is that silicone removable tinting is not only a low cost of work and material, but also high performance. Polyvinyl chloride is used as the base of the silicone film.

Thanks to this, this film is very thin, but at the same time provides a fairly low light transmittance , which is great for drivers who like privacy.

At first glance, silicone tint film looks like a regular one, but during operation it becomes clear: this new material lasts much longer and is less susceptible to damage. The film is sold in rolls and can be cut at the discretion of the car owner.

Advantages of removable silicone tint over plastic

Silicone film has a number of advantages that are unique to this material:

How does she look

• The film is not afraid of folds and creases if it needs to be rolled;
• Increased frost and heat resistance characteristics;
• Silicone film does not melt even when exposed to direct sunlight for a long time;
• Possibility of repeated use;
• Affordable price.

The film is supplied on a paper backing, and if necessary, you can cut the film for your car yourself.

It is equally important that such a film really looks aesthetically pleasing and does not differ in appearance from permanent expensive tinting; moreover, removable tinting can be easily removed without the need to use special tools.

As for mechanical effects, silicone film also has high performance in this regard.

Benefits of use

The silicone-based film is held on the car glass due to the effect of static electricity. This version of the material can be easily removed and installed again. Removing the new film will take no more than two minutes, which allows the car owner to quickly remove the tint as directed by the traffic police officer.

It is important to note that dismantling and reinstalling silicone tint does not affect the functionality of the material.

Other advantages of use are worth highlighting:

1. No glare or mirror effect.
2. No obstacles for the driver to view and monitor the road situation.
3. Resistant to creases and other traces of storage.
4. Resistant to scratches and other defects that appear due to mechanical impact.
5. Affordable price.

Despite the fact that the material has many advantages, reviews from car owners emphasize that tinting does an excellent job of fulfilling its immediate functions. First of all, it is protection from prying eyes and travel comfort for the driver and his passengers.

Benefits of removable tint

Motorists should know that removable car window tinting has many advantages, the main ones of which are listed below:

1. Black tint film for tinting. All removable tint has only a black tint on the outside. At the same time, removable tinting from inside the cabin can have different shades. So, with a light transmittance of 5%, the tint will be grayish. If the light transmittance of the tint is 20%, then the tint will become bluish.
2. The removable film is not mirror-like. Removable tinting does not have a mirror effect, which is strictly prohibited by traffic regulations. When applying removable tinting, the car glass will have a regular film coating.
3. Pasting errors are barely noticeable to the naked eye. Removable tint has such properties that even if an inexperienced motorist applies it with mistakes, they will not be noticeable to the naked eye. In addition, the removable tinting material is not damaged by precipitation.
4. Minimum thickness of removable film. The driver will not have any discomfort from the glued removable tint, since its thickness is very small.
5. Scratches are not visible on the removable film. If previously scratches were clearly visible on a regular tinting film, then no scratches are visible on the removable film.
6. Reusable application of removable film. If you have to remove the removable film for tinting, you can always re-stick it. Removable, reusable tint.

Motorists should know that removable car window tinting has many benefits.

Disadvantages of removable tint

There are quite a few disadvantages to removable tinting. One of them is the initial effect of gluing the removable film. In other words, in the first few days after the process of gluing the removable film on the car glass in the bright sun, we will see a slight haze. This property will be inherent in the removable film only a few days after gluing, after which it will disappear.

Sources

• https://avto-idea.ru/remont/semnaya-tonirovka-na-statike-silikonovaya-v-2019-godu/
• https://auto-m1.ru/uslugi/tonirovka-avto
• https://dusterauto.ru/tonirovka-semnaya-raznovidnosti-plyusy-i-minusy.html
• https://MotorMania.ru/semnaya-tonirovka-na-lobovoe-steklo/
• https://vbunkere.ru/uslugi/semnaya-tonirovka/

Types of removable tints

Vehicle owners use several types of removable tinting. Among them the following stand out:

• on a rigid transparent base;
• gel;
• silicone.

All options are effective, but when purchasing, you should pay attention to quality. It is important to ensure that the films are not cloudy and have sufficient light transmittance.

See also:

How to remove tinting from glass?