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Getting Started
Feb 10, 20267 min read
Can You Really Learn Window Tinting Online?
Addressing the skepticism head-on — can you actually learn a hands-on trade like window tinting through an online course? Here's the proof.
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Lifestyle & Mindset
Feb 6, 20268 min read
I Quit My 9-5 to Tint Windows — Here's What Happened
Real stories from people who left the cubicle to start tinting. What they earned, what surprised them, and whether they'd do it all over again.
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Getting Started
Feb 2, 20266 min read
What Does a Day in the Life of a Window Tinter Actually Look Like?
Morning to night, here's what a typical day looks like for a working window tinter — the schedule, the money, and the work.
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Lifestyle & Mindset
Jan 28, 20266 min read
5 Signs You're Ready to Leave Your Job and Start a Tinting Business
Wondering if the timing is right? Here are 5 clear signals that you're ready to make the leap into window tinting full-time.
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Lifestyle & Mindset
Jan 24, 20265 min read
How Old Is Too Old to Start a Tinting Career? (Spoiler: You're Not)
Think you've missed the boat? Our students range from 18 to 60+. Here's why age isn't a barrier — and might actually be your advantage.
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Getting Started
Jan 20, 20266 min read
Why Window Tinting Is the Easiest Trade to Break Into
Low startup costs, no licensing in most states, fast to learn, high demand. Here's why tinting beats every other trade for newcomers.
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Business Growth
Jan 16, 20268 min read
How Much Does It Cost to Start a Window Tinting Business in 2026?
Every dollar you'll spend to launch a tinting business, broken down. Spoiler: it's way less than you think.
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Earning & Revenue
Jan 12, 20267 min read
Side Hustle to Six Figures: The Window Tinting Timeline
A realistic month-by-month breakdown of how tinting goes from a side hustle to a six-figure business. Based on real student data.
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Earning & Revenue
Jan 8, 20266 min read
Why Window Tinting Has Better Margins Than Most Small Businesses
75-90% profit margins. That's not a typo. Here's why tinting is one of the most profitable small businesses you can start.
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Business Growth
Jan 4, 20267 min read
Mobile Tinting vs. Shop Tinting: Which Makes More Money?
Mobile or shop — which model makes more sense? We compare startup costs, overhead, income potential, and scalability.
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Business Growth
Dec 30, 20257 min read
How to Get Your First 10 Tinting Customers (Without Spending a Dollar on Ads)
No ad budget needed. Here are the grassroots marketing strategies that new tinters use to fill their first month with bookings.
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Business Growth
Dec 26, 20257 min read
What Nobody Tells You About Running a Tinting Business
The honest, less glamorous realities of running a tinting business. The stuff that doesn't make it onto the highlight reel.
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Earning & Revenue
Dec 22, 20257 min read
How Our Students Are Charging $300-$500 Per Car (And Getting It)
Stop undercharging. Here's exactly how top tinters position themselves to charge premium rates — and why customers happily pay.
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Industry Insights
Dec 18, 20256 min read
Why the Window Tinting Industry Is Booming in 2026
Record demand, rising average ticket prices, and a massive supply gap. Here's why 2026 is the best time to enter the tinting industry.
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Industry Insights
Dec 14, 20256 min read
Window Tinting vs. Auto Detailing: Which Trade Should You Learn?
Both are popular automotive trades, but one has significantly better margins and earning potential. Here's the honest comparison.
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Industry Insights
Dec 10, 20255 min read
Is Window Tinting Recession-Proof? The Data Says Yes
Tinting demand held steady through 2008, 2020, and every dip in between. Here's why this business is built to weather any economy.
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Industry Insights
Dec 6, 20255 min read
Tesla, EVs, and the Future of Window Tinting
EV owners tint at 3x the rate of regular car owners. The EV boom isn't just changing cars — it's supercharging the tinting industry.
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Industry Insights
Dec 2, 20256 min read
Is Window Tinting Oversaturated? Here's the Real Answer
"Is it too late to get into tinting?" This is the fear that stops most people. Here's what the data actually shows.
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Business Growth
Nov 28, 20256 min read
5 Services You Can Add to Your Tinting Business for Extra Revenue
PPF, ceramic coating, headlight tint, and more. Here are 5 services that boost your average ticket and keep customers coming back.
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Getting Started
Nov 24, 20256 min read
Best Window Tinting Videos to Watch Before You Start
A curated guide to the best free tinting content online — and an honest look at what YouTube can and can't teach you.
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Getting Started
Nov 20, 20257 min read
What Equipment Do You Actually Need to Start Tinting?
Your no-fluff starter kit guide. Every tool you actually need, where to get them, and what you can skip.
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Getting Started
Nov 16, 20257 min read
Online Tint Training vs. Apprenticeship: Which Gets You Earning Faster?
Online course or hands-on apprenticeship? We compare both paths honestly — cost, speed, and which one gets you earning faster.
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Getting Started
Nov 12, 20255 min read
How Long Does It Actually Take to Get Good at Window Tinting?
The honest learning curve from total beginner to professional quality work. Based on real data from thousands of students.
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Getting Started
Nov 8, 20256 min read
The Biggest Myths About Learning to Tint (Debunked)
"You need talent." "You need years of practice." "You need a shop." Wrong, wrong, and wrong. Let's debunk the myths.
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Lifestyle & Mindset
Nov 4, 20256 min read
Why Tradespeople Are Out-Earning College Graduates in 2026
No student debt, faster path to income, and higher earning ceilings. Here's why the trades are winning in 2026.
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Lifestyle & Mindset
Oct 30, 20258 min read
How Window Tinting Gave Me Freedom (3 Student Stories)
Three real students share how tinting changed everything — the money, the freedom, and the life they've built.
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Lifestyle & Mindset
Oct 26, 20255 min read
You Don't Need a Business Degree to Run a Tinting Business
No MBA required. Here's what you actually need to know to run a profitable tinting business — and it's simpler than you think.
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Lifestyle & Mindset
Oct 22, 20255 min read
The 'Just Start' Mentality: Why Waiting Is Costing You Money
Every month you wait is money left on the table. Here's the real cost of hesitation — and why imperfect action beats perfect planning.
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Industry Insights
Oct 18, 20259 min read
From the UK to the USA: How We Built a 150+ Location Tinting Empire
From a garage in the UK to 150+ locations and 3,000+ students worldwide. The full story of how Tint School Online was built.
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Earning & Revenue
Jan 2, 20267 min read
How Much Money Can You Really Make Tinting Windows?
Real numbers from real students. From side hustle to full-time empire — here's what window tinters actually earn.
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Business Growth
Nov 2, 20258 min read
From Solo Tinter to Six Figures: How to Scale Your Business
Ready to grow beyond a one-person operation? Here's the step-by-step playbook our most successful students use to scale.
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