Established 1986 · Fort Riley Blvd, Manhattan KS
The work behind every window.
Family-owned window tint, paint protection, and ceramic coating in the heart of Manhattan, Kansas. 40 years of doing it right the first time.
Since
1986
Family-owned
Same shop since 1986
Films we carry
SolarFX · 3M
Areas served
Manhattan · Junction City · Fort Riley
What we do
More than tint. Always has been.
We started in 1986 with window film. Forty years later, we install almost everything that goes onto or into a vehicle that isn't the engine. Real craft, modern materials, and the same shop on Fort Riley Blvd.
01 · Film & glass
Window Tint
Auto, residential, and commercial window tinting. SolarFX premium films with up to 99% UV rejection.
View service →02 · 3M PPF
Paint Protection Film
Self-healing 3M paint protection film. Partial fronts to full-vehicle wraps.
View service →03 · Long-term gloss
Ceramic Coating
Multi-year ceramic coatings — easier washes, deeper gloss, real protection.
View service →04 · Sound & install
Car Audio
Head units, speakers, subs and amps, sound deadening.
View service →05 · Comfort & security
Remote Start & Keyless
Remote start, keyless entry, and security systems. Warm up in winter, cool down in summer.
View service →06 · Dash cams & more
Accessories
Dash cams, lighting, and other car & truck accessories — installed right.
View service →The shop
“A warm, fuzzy job where we build lasting relationships and make every client feel like family.”
— Precision Tint & Auto Accessories · Manhattan, KS
40+ years
Of installs, training, and getting better at the craft. Most of our customers come back. A lot of them are now bringing in their kids' first cars.
Lifetime warranty
Every install carries our lifetime workmanship warranty. If something bubbles, peels, or fails — bring it back. We make it right.
Local legends
Featured on the Local Legends of the Flint Hills series and Manhattan City Lifestyle Magazine. Not the loudest shop in town — just the one that's still here.
Common questions
Answers, without the runaround.
- How long does window tint take to install? +
- Most full-vehicle tint jobs take 2 to 4 hours depending on the vehicle and the film tier. SUVs and trucks with quarter glass take longer than sedans. We'll give you a precise estimate when you book, and you're welcome to wait in the shop or drop off and pick up.
- How long does window tint last? +
- Quality film, installed correctly, lasts the life of the vehicle. Our SolarFX films come with a manufacturer warranty that covers fading, bubbling, peeling, and adhesive failure. Cheap film from a discount shop will start failing in 1–3 years — that's the difference our 40 years of experience makes.
- Is window tint legal in Kansas? +
- Yes, within limits. Kansas allows 35% visible light transmission (VLT) on the front side windows and 35% on rear side windows and the back glass. The top 5 inches of the windshield can be tinted as well. We tint to the legal limit by default and can confirm darker tints on rear glass if your vehicle qualifies for an exception.
- What's the difference between dyed, carbon, and ceramic tint? +
- Dyed film is the entry tier — it darkens the glass and blocks some UV, but offers minimal heat rejection. Carbon film is color-stable, won't fade purple over time, and blocks more heat. Ceramic film is the top tier: it rejects infrared heat (the part of sunlight that actually makes your car hot), doesn't interfere with phone signals or GPS, and lasts the longest. If you live in Kansas summers, ceramic pays for itself in cabin comfort.
- Can I roll my windows down after tint is installed? +
- We recommend leaving the windows up for 3 to 5 days after installation. The film needs time to cure and bond fully to the glass. Rolling down too soon can pull the edges and leave permanent imperfections.
- Will tint fade or turn purple over time? +
- Cheap dyed film fades and turns purple — it's the dye breaking down under UV. Our carbon and ceramic films are color-stable for the life of the vehicle. If you've seen purple tint on the road, it's a film failure that won't happen with what we install.
Stop by, or book a time.
We're at 524 Fort Riley Blvd, right on the busy stretch of Fort Riley Blvd. Drop in, see film samples, look at past work. Or book your install online — our assistant can quote any service, find an open time, and confirm by text in a couple of minutes.