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  • 4.9 from 696+ Google reviews
  • Consumer Choice Award winner 2022–2025

Less glare. More privacy. Window tinting in Calgary

STEK and 3M carbon or nano-ceramic film, computer-cut and installed in a few hours. Rear windows from $399, full car from $449.

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  • Lifetime film warranty against bubbling, peeling and purpling
  • 99.9% UV rejection on every package
  • Signal-friendly, non-metallic film
  • Lifetime workmanship guarantee, for as long as you own the vehicle

Alberta allows any shade on the rear side and rear windows when both outside mirrors are there. The windshield and front side windows need a medical exemption permit. We'll go through what is legal on each window before we quote.

Rear windows from $399

  • 4.9
    from 696+ Google reviews
  • Lifetime
    film warranty (not transferable)
  • 99.9%
    UV rejection, every package
  • 2022–2025
    Consumer Choice Award winner

What our customers say

Real reviews from Google, word for word.Read them all on Google(opens in a new tab)
Mustafa and his team PPF'ed, Ceramic Coated and detailed my 1992 Toyota Supra, and the car now looks stunning. He kept me informed of the job progress, corrected areas that had been poorly done by others and the results could not have been better. He also detailed inside and out a family member's 2020 Toyota Tacoma, and again the vehicle turned out brilliantly. It is his attention to detail, absolute commitment to satisfying the customer that stands out. He is honest, never hesitates to answer questions and I cannot recommend him and his business higher. He is definitely an exceptional provider in his industry.
Jan V.Google review · May 2024 · 1992 Toyota Supra
These guys are professional, respectful and honest. I needed my paint protection film replaced because it was peeling on me, I gave them a call and they were able to get me in the next day. Mo took a look at my car and recommended that there was no need to remove all the paint protection film and just replace the bumper because all the other parts was perfectly fine. We also looked at some scratches that were really bothering me on my car's paint work and he recommended that I get my car paint corrected and ceramic coated. After they were done with my vehicle my car looked like it came out of the factory without a single scratch on it. I will definitely be recommending them to all my friends and family.
Ahmed A.Google review · Nov 2024
I didn't think it was possible. Wow. I dropped off a 7 year old car with scratches and stained carpet,.. and got a gleaming show car back. The ceramic coating is astonishing -- its like the car has a “doesn't get dirty” superpower. Did I mention the shine? Well done Mo and your team.
Wes C.Google review · Jul 2023
I got my rav 4 detailed here amazing work I’ve been coming here ever since I got it. I did my paint protection film here as well they did a complementary check on the ppf that was previously done and gave me a great deal on protecting my headlights. I would recommend this place to anyone who would like to get their car cleaned or protected.
Aya A.Google review · Dec 2025 · Toyota RAV4
The team did a superb job restoring our 2018 GLS450 Mercedes to as close to showroom standard as possible - in addition to the superb work completed, I was sincerely grateful at how easy it was to book a same day service (I was lucky I suspect!)
Tim C.Google review · Jul 2024 · 2018 Mercedes GLS 450
I would highly recommend this company. Mustafa and his crew are very knowledgeable, professional and do exceptional work for reasonable pricing. They go out of their way to satisfy their clients. They made my red 2015 Durango look brand new! Thanks for everything, TG.
Beverly P.Google review · Aug 2025 · 2015 Dodge Durango
Mo and his team transformed the interior of our extremely dusty and dirty back-roads work truck into brand new showroom quality. Their Ozone treatment removed all the built up smell of dirty/wet coveralls and chemicals. From booking the appointment to picking up the truck it was a short 48-hour turn around. 100% will be returning for repeat business.
Paul B.Google review · Jan 2024 · Work truck
I had my mom’s car detailed here in advance of listing it for sale. Booking online and knowing the full costs upfront were really helpful. The location near chinook is convenient. I was able to catch an Uber to get to a business luncheon nearby while I waited. As an added bonus they were able to repair rock chips so it’s like a one stop shop! If you want to wait while your car is in, there’s coffee and couches for you to hang Out on. I’ll recommend to friends and book other vehicles in the future.
Kristell C.Google review · Jun 2024
Did an excellent job detailing my 4Runner. They managed to get all of the dog hair out of the carpet and all the crevices it accumulated over the summer/fall, which is amazing considering I have two massively shedding pugs. Will definitely use their services again.
Christine K.Google review · Nov 2023 · Toyota 4Runner
Amazing service. Mustafa was exceptional in getting this done with Protection Film and Restoration. Definitely worth the price and time.
Jamaal W.Google review · Jan 2025

Calgary sun comes straight through the glass

Long summer days, low winter sun off the snow, and a cabin that heats up fast in a parking lot.
  • Glare

    Low sun off snow and wet roads is hard on the eyes. Tint takes the edge off.

  • Cabin heat

    Nano-ceramic film blocks infrared, the part of sunlight you feel as heat, so the car is cooler when you get back in.

  • UV

    UV fades seats and trim. Every package we install blocks 99.9% of it.

  • Privacy

    Darker rear glass keeps what is on the back seat to yourself.

How we tint

Legal shades, machine-cut film and a few hours in the studio.
  1. Pick shade and grade

    Carbon or nano-ceramic, and a shade that is legal for each window. We'll show you samples.
  2. Computer-cut patterns

    The film is cut to your glass by machine, so there is no blade on your windows.
  3. Install

    About 2 to 4 hours in our clean, climate-controlled studio.
  4. Cure

    Keep the windows up for 3 to 5 days while the film cures. The lifetime warranty covers any film that bubbles, peels or discolours after that.

Window tint packages

Two grades: carbon for the look and privacy, nano-ceramic for the look plus heat rejection. Both carry the lifetime warranty.

Our pick is nano-ceramic on the rear three windows: legal on any car with both outside mirrors, and the ceramic grade blocks the infrared heat that carbon lets through.

  • STEK Ultra, full vehicle

    Side and rear windows, top of our range

    From$849

    • STEK's top film line
    • Side and rear windows
    • Lifetime warranty
    • Front side windows need an Alberta medical exemption permit.
  • Full vehicle, ceramic

    Side and rear windows, nano-ceramic

    From$649

    • Blocks infrared heat
    • 99.9% UV rejection
    • Signal-friendly
    • Front side windows need an Alberta medical exemption permit.
  • Our pick

    Rear windows, ceramic

    Two back doors and rear glass, nano-ceramic

    From$499

    • Legal on any car with both outside mirrors
    • Blocks infrared heat
    • 99.9% UV rejection

Carbon film, same lifetime warranty

  • Full vehicle, carbon

    Side and rear windows, carbon. Front side windows need an Alberta medical exemption permit.

    From$449

  • Rear windows, carbon

    Two back doors and rear glass, carbon

    From$399

Prices for most cars. Front side windows and the windshield need an Alberta medical exemption permit, which allows clear UV film only, so we quote those separately.

Bundle it and save

Offers that run all year, so there's no clock to beat. Mention one on the form, or tap it and we'll add it for you.
  • Bundle & save

    Film + coating

    20% off

    any ceramic coating with PPF

    Add any ceramic coating to any PPF package and the coating comes in at a discount. The film takes the impact; the coating takes the dirt, the water and the wash cycles.

  • Correction + ceramic

    Shine & Shield

    $1,299

    from, correction and coating together

    Paint correction to take out the swirls, then a 4-year ceramic coating to keep the gloss. One booking.

  • Winter pairing

    Essentials + undercoating

    $899

    from, PPF Essentials and undercoating

    Film on the panels gravel hits, and a rubberized barrier under the car where salt brine does its damage. Both in one appointment.

What to ask any tint shop

Put these to anyone you are getting a price from. Here are our answers.
Ask any shopAt Obsidian Auto
Is it legal?We go through what Alberta allows on each window before we quote, and we don't put dark film where the law says no.
Is the film cut on my glass?No. Patterns are cut by machine, so there is no blade on your windows.
Will it interfere with my phone or GPS?No. Our nano-ceramic film is non-metallic and signal-friendly.
Which film is it?STEK and 3M, in carbon or nano-ceramic.
What's the warranty?Lifetime against bubbling, peeling and purpling (not transferable), plus a lifetime workmanship guarantee for as long as you own the vehicle.
How fast do I get a price?We'll text your quote the same day, for your car, not a range.

More from the studio

Open any service for the details, add it to your quote, or go to its own page.

Rock chips stop at the film

Clear, self-healing film over the panels gravel hits hardest, computer-cut for your exact make and model.

  • 10-year film warranty, transferable when you sell
  • Lifetime workmanship guarantee, for as long as you own the vehicle
  • Computer-cut patterns, so no blade touches your paint
  • Five packages, from partial front to full body

Gloss that rinses clean

A ceramic coating bonds to your clear coat, so brine and road grime rinse off instead of sticking.

  • Hand wash, iron remover, clay bar and panel wipe included
  • Coatings rated 1, 4 or 8 years by their makers
  • Gtechniq, CarPro, Modesta, IGL and Feynlab coatings
  • 20% off with any PPF package
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Armour the glass you look through

STEK DYNOtop film, heat-shaped to your windshield and trimmed flush at the edges. About two hours.

  • STEK DYNOtop, rated by its maker around 6x more impact-resistant
  • Blocks 99.9% of UV coming through the windshield
  • Fresh wiper blades at install
  • Manufacturer warranty on the film

Showroom clean, inside and out

Four full-detail packages, done in our SE Calgary studio. Book online and pick your time.

  • Hand wash, wheels, interior vacuum and windows on every package
  • Clay bar, shampoo and leather care from the Premium Detail up
  • Studio drop-off in SE Calgary, most details done the same day
  • Safe on ceramic, PPF and tint: tell us when you book
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True correction, not just fillers

Polishing that removes swirls from the clear coat, rather than filling them in.

  • Single-stage from $699 for a coupe, $799 for a sedan
  • Multi-stage work quoted after a paint-depth inspection
  • The price scales with the size of the car
More on Paint Correction

It starts underneath

Calgary treats its roads with sodium chloride and calcium chloride, and that brine works into every frame rail, seam and wheel well it can reach.

  • Rubberized undercoating from $599, with a 5-year warranty
  • Complete Defense adds cavity-wax rust proofing, from $899
  • Lifetime warranty on the Complete Defense rust proofing product
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Questions people ask us

Straight answers. If yours isn't here, ask it on the form and we'll answer with your quote.
What window tint is legal in Alberta?

Under section 70 of Alberta's Vehicle Equipment Regulation, any shade is allowed on the rear side windows and the rear window, as long as the vehicle has outside mirrors on both sides. No tinting film is allowed on the windshield or the front side windows unless you hold a medical exemption permit from the Government of Alberta, and that permit only allows clear UV film with a combined visible light transmittance of 50% or more. Reflective film is not allowed on any window.

What's the difference between carbon and ceramic tint?

Carbon is a colour-stable film: privacy, a clean dark look and UV protection, and it never fades to purple. Nano-ceramic adds infrared heat rejection while staying signal-friendly. The rear three windows start at $399 in carbon and $499 in ceramic.

Will ceramic tint affect my GPS, cell or radio?

No. Older metallic tints blocked signals. Our nano-ceramic films use non-conductive ceramic particles, so GPS, cellular, Bluetooth and radio work as normal.

How dark is too dark? What does VLT mean?

VLT (visible light transmission) is the percentage of light a film lets through, so a lower number is darker. 5% is "limo" dark. Rear glass in Alberta can go as dark as 5%.

How long until I can roll my windows down?

Wait 3 to 5 days so the film can cure to the glass. A little haze or a few water pockets in the first week are normal and clear as it dries.

Can I get a medical exemption for my front windows?

Only in narrow cases, and only for clear UV film with 50% or more visible light transmittance, not a dark shade. You apply to the Government of Alberta with a physician's note, and the permit has to stay in the vehicle. We can walk you through it if your physician supports it.

How do I pay, and is there a deposit?

We accept Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Interac Debit and cash. Credit cards carry a 2.4% surcharge, and a deposit is taken on all bookings. We don't offer financing.

Hi, I'm Mostafa. This is Obsidian Auto.

One studio in SE Calgary, working on Calgary cars since 2020. Every car is checked before it goes home.

Call 587-323-3222

"I still put hands on the work and eyes on every car before it goes home. If it wouldn't pass on my own vehicle, it doesn't leave the shop."

"I'd rather lose the sale than sell you protection your car doesn't actually need."

Mostafa Mahmoud, Obsidian Auto

What you get in writing

No fine print to dig for. This is what stands behind the work.
  • Lifetime film warranty

    Against bubbling, peeling and purpling, for as long as you own the vehicle. Not transferable.

  • Lifetime workmanship

    If the install isn't right, we make it right, for as long as you own the vehicle.

  • Legal advice, up front

    We tell you what Alberta allows on each window before you pay for anything.

  • Free quote, no pressure

    We'll text your quote the same day. If you don't book, nobody chases you for it.

Cooler, darker, done in an afternoon

Tell us your car and which windows. We'll text your quote the same day.

Rather talk it through? Call 587 323 3222

  • 4.9
    from 696+ Google reviews
  • Lifetime
    film warranty (not transferable)
  • 99.9%
    UV rejection, every package

Find the studio

Studio drop-off in SE Calgary, serving Calgary, Airdrie, Cochrane, Okotoks and Chestermere.
Address
#2, 239 61 Ave SE
Calgary, AB T2H 0R4
Hours
Sat–Thu 9am–5pm · Closed Fri