Professional Car Detailing Services
Sun Tint offers in-shop car detailing for cars, trucks, SUVs, and high-end vehicles at our Louisville, Radcliff, Jeffersonville, and New Albany locations. Our detailing services clean, restore, and prep your vehicle inside and out using professional-grade products and equipment. Bring your car as close to factory-new condition as possible.
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Every detailing service is handled by our team on-site; no shortcuts, no quick fixes, and no cutting corners on the products we use. Your vehicle gets our team's full attention from start to finish. A thorough car detailing service protects the paint, removes built-up grime, and gives your vehicle a finish a standard car wash cannot match.
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Pair car detailing with our ceramic coating and paint protection film services for complete protection from the inside out.
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Call (502) 254-0001 to book your car detailing appointment at your nearest Sun Tint location.
Why Choose Sun Tint for Car Detailing
Sun Tint offers car detailing at four locations across Kentucky and Southern Indiana, with dedicated detailing bays and professional-grade products at every shop.
Here is what sets us apart:
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Over 40 years of vehicle tinting experience across Kentucky and Southern Indiana
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Dedicated detailing bays at our Louisville, Radcliff, Jeffersonville, and New Albany locations
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Professional-grade products used on every interior and exterior job
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One-stop shop for detailing, tinting, ceramic coating, and PPF installation
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High-end vehicle specialists - we take extra care with luxury, exotic, and collector cars
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Free quotes with no pressure or obligation
Contact us today to book your car detailing appointment or ask about pairing detailing with our other vehicle services.
One-Stop Vehicle Care at Sun Tint
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Call (502) 254-0001 to ask about combining services in one visit.
Car Detailing Services We Offer
Sun Tint offers a full range of interior and exterior car detailing services. Here is what we cover on every vehicle that comes into our shop.
Exterior Car Detailing
Exterior detailing addresses paint contamination, oxidation, and surface buildup that a standard car wash leaves behind. We cover every exterior surface from the paint and glass to the wheels, trim, and tires.
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Hand Wash and Dry: A hand wash using pH-balanced car shampoo removes surface dirt and road grime without the micro-scratches that automatic brush washes leave behind. Drying by hand with a clean microfiber towel prevents water spots and streaking.
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Clay Bar Decontamination: A clay bar treatment pulls embedded contaminants from your car’s surface, including industrial fallout, brake dust, tree sap, and road tar. After treatment, your paint feels noticeably smoother and is properly prepped for wax, sealant, or ceramic coating.
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Hand Wax and Paint Sealant: Hand wax and paint sealant protect your paint and give it a finished, polished look. Carnauba wax is the traditional choice for a warm, deep gloss, while synthetic sealant offers a harder, longer-lasting bond that stands up better to daily driving and changing weather conditions.
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Tire and Wheel Cleaning: Brake dust is corrosive and bonds to wheel surfaces over time, causing pitting. A thorough wheel and tire cleaning removes brake dust, road grime, and tar using wheel-safe products. Tire conditioning protects rubber from UV cracking and dry rot.
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Exterior Window Cleaning: Ammonia-free window cleaning removes road film and grime from exterior glass without degrading window tint film adhesive. Ammonia-based cleaners break down tint adhesive over time, which is why ammonia-free products matter on tinted vehicles.
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Trim Restoration: Plastic trim on door handles, bumpers, and mirror housings fades and turns grey from UV exposure. Trim restoration treatment brings faded plastic back to a clean, dark finish and slows future UV damage.
Interior Car Detailing
Interior detailing removes the dirt, bacteria, allergens, and odors that build up inside your vehicle over time. Clean interior surfaces look better, last longer, and hold their value more effectively than neglected ones.
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Full Interior Vacuum: Vacuuming removes loose dirt, crumbs, pet hair, and debris from seats, carpets, floor mats, the trunk area, and hard-to-reach gaps around seat tracks, vents, and door panels.
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Interior Shampoo: Hot water extraction injects cleaning solution deep into carpet and floor mat fibers and pulls it back out along with dirt, stains, and odor-causing bacteria. This process also eliminates allergens and mold spores that build up in vehicle carpeting over time.
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Leather Cleaning and Conditioning: Leather dries out, cracks, and fades without regular cleaning and conditioning. A pH-neutral leather cleaner removes dirt and body oils without stripping the leather's natural finish. Leather conditioner restores moisture, softness, and UV resistance.
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Dashboard, Door Panel, and Console Wipe-Down: Every hard plastic, rubber, and vinyl surface inside your vehicle gets wiped down and treated, including the dashboard, door panels, center console, cup holders, vents, steering wheel, and gear shifter. Interior-specific products clean without leaving a greasy finish that causes windshield glare.
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Interior Window Cleaning: Interior glass picks up film, fingerprints, and haze from outgassing plastics and vinyl over time. Ammonia-free interior window cleaning removes that haze for a clear, streak-free finish that improves visibility at night.
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Odor Elimination: Professional odor elimination treatment neutralizes odors at the source rather than masking them with fragrance. Smoke, pet, mildew, and food odors require a treatment that penetrates carpet, headliner, and seat foam.
Add-On Services
Sun Tint offers additional services that restore, protect, and upgrade your vehicle in the same visit.
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Headlight Restoration: Plastic headlight lenses oxidize and turn yellow or hazy from UV exposure over time. Oxidized headlights can reduce light output by up to 80%, affecting nighttime visibility. Wet sanding, polishing, and sealing restore lens clarity and protect against future oxidation.
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Engine Bay Cleaning: A clean engine bay makes it easier to spot fluid leaks and issues before they become expensive problems. Degreasing and low-pressure cleaning remove built-up grease, dust, and road grime without damaging sensitive electrical components.
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Ceramic Coating: Ceramic coating applies a semi-permanent hydrophobic layer over your paint that repels water, UV rays, bird droppings, and chemical contaminants for years. Clay bar decontamination before a ceramic coat is essential since coating over contaminated paint traps imperfections permanently.
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Paint Protection Film: Paint protection film is a clear, self-healing urethane layer that shields your paint from rock chips, road salt, and scratches. Clay bar decontamination before PPF application removes surface contaminants that would otherwise be trapped under the film.
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Auto Window Tinting: Combining a full detail with a window tint install gives you a complete vehicle refresh in one shop visit. Clean interior glass gives tint installers the best possible surface to work with for a cleaner, more precise install.
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Call (502) 254-0001 to ask about any of these services or to book your detailing appointment at your nearest Sun Tint location.
Car Detailing for Every Vehicle Type
Sun Tint details almost every type of vehicle that comes through our shop doors. Here are the vehicles we work on most:
Daily drivers and commuter cars:
Regular cleaning and detailing keep paint, interior surfaces, and trim in good condition between major services.
Luxury and exotic vehicles:
High-end vehicles get extra care and attention. Premium products and careful handling on every surface.
New cars:
A full detail and clay bar before ceramic coating or PPF gives your new vehicle the cleanest possible foundation for long-term protection.
Classic and collector cars:
Collector vehicles need products and techniques matched to their paint, chrome, and interior materials. We take the time to get it right.
SUVs and trucks:
Larger vehicles with more surface area and more interior space to clean. Pet hair, mud, and heavy use are no match for a thorough detail.
High-end vehicles seeking hand car wash quality:
Owners who want hand-washed, hand-dried results rather than automatic wash damage.
Pre-sale and trade-in vehicles:
A professional detail before selling or trading significantly improves the vehicle's appearance and perceived value.
How Our Car Detailing Process Works
Sun Tint's detailing process is straightforward and built around your vehicle's specific condition and needs. Here is what to expect when you bring your car in:
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Vehicle Assessment: Our team looks over your vehicle before starting any work. We check the paint condition, interior surfaces, wheels, glass, and trim to identify what needs attention and which products are right for your vehicle.
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Exterior Work: The exterior detail covers the paint, glass, wheels, trim, and tires. Clay bar decontamination, hand wash, wax or sealant, and window cleaning are all handled on the outside of your vehicle.
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Interior Work: The interior detail covers seats, carpets, floor mats, leather surfaces, hard plastic panels, vents, and interior glass. Vacuuming, shampooing, leather conditioning, and surface wipe-downs are all part of the interior service.
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Add-On Services: Ceramic coating, paint protection film, and window tinting can be scheduled alongside your detail so your vehicle is properly prepped before any coating or film goes on.
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Final Check: Before you pick up your vehicle, we do a walkthrough to confirm every surface has been covered and the work meets our standard.
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​Call (502) 254-0001 to book car detailing service with Sun Tint.
How Much Does Car Detailing Cost?
Car detailing costs vary depending on several factors, including:
Vehicle size:
Larger vehicles like SUVs, trucks, and vans take more time and product than compact cars, which affects the overall cost.
Vehicle condition:
A heavily soiled interior, oxidized paint, or years of built-up contamination requires more work than a well-maintained vehicle.
Services selected:
A full detail and clay bar before ceramic coating or PPF gives your new vehicle the cleanest possible foundation for long-term protection.
Vehicle type:
Luxury, exotic, and collector vehicles often require specialized products and extra care, which is reflected in the price.
Sun Tint provides free, no-pressure quotes for every detailing job.
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Call (502) 254-0001 or contact us to get an accurate quote for your vehicle.
Car Detailing Locations
Sun Tint provides professional car detailing at four locations across Kentucky and Southern Indiana. Find your nearest shop and book your appointment today:
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Book Your Car Detailing Appointment at Sun Tint
Your vehicle deserves more than a quick wash. Sun Tint offers professional car detailing for every vehicle type at our Louisville, Radcliff, Jeffersonville, and New Albany locations. Clean paint, fresh interiors, and properly treated surfaces - all handled by our team with close attention to every part of your vehicle.
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Daily drivers, luxury vehicles, new cars, and collector cars are all welcome at any of our four Kentucky and Indiana locations.
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Call (502) 254-0001 or visit your nearest Sun Tint location to book your car detailing appointment today.
Other Services We Offer
FAQs
What is the difference between a car wash and a car detail?
A car wash removes surface dirt and water from the exterior. A car detail goes much deeper, addressing embedded contaminants in the paint, stains in the carpet, odors in the interior, and oxidation on headlights and trim. Detailing restores and protects surfaces rather than just cleaning them.
How long does a car detail take?
Most standard car details take between 2 and 6 hours depending on the vehicle size, its current condition, and the services included. Larger vehicles or those with heavy interior soiling or paint contamination take longer. Add-on services like ceramic coating or paint protection film extend the time further.
How often should I get my car detailed?
Most drivers benefit from a full detail once or twice a year. Vehicles that see heavy daily use, carry pets, or are exposed to harsh weather may need more frequent attention. A light interior clean every few months between full details helps maintain results.
Should I get my car detailed before ceramic coating or PPF?
Detailing and clay bar decontamination before ceramic coating or paint protection film is essential. Coating or wrapping over contaminated or oxidized paint traps imperfections permanently and weakens the bond between the film or coating and your clear coat.
Do you detail luxury and exotic vehicles?
Sun Tint details luxury, exotic, and collector vehicles at all four locations. High-end vehicles require products and techniques matched to their specific paint, interior materials, and trim. Our team takes extra care on every surface to avoid damage and deliver results that match the vehicle's standard.
Do you offer mobile car detailing?
Sun Tint's car detailing service is available in-shop only at our Louisville, Radcliff, Jeffersonville, and New Albany locations. In-shop detailing gives our team access to professional equipment, proper lighting, and a controlled environment that produces better results than outdoor or driveway work. However, Sun Tint does offer mobile car tinting across Kentucky and Southern Indiana for drivers who want window tinting done at their home, office, or driveway.
Is car detailing available at all Sun Tint locations?
Car detailing is available at our Louisville, KY, Radcliff, KY, Jeffersonville, IN, and New Albany, IN locations. Each shop has a dedicated detailing bay with professional-grade products and equipment.
How do I maintain my car after a professional detail?
Wash your vehicle regularly using a pH-balanced car shampoo and a soft microfiber wash mitt. Avoid automatic brush car washes which cause micro-scratches over time. For interior maintenance, vacuum regularly and wipe down hard surfaces with an interior-safe product. If you have ceramic coating, follow the manufacturer's care guidelines to preserve the hydrophobic layer.
How much does commercial window tint cost?
The cost of window tint for commercial windows typically ranges from $6 to $12 per square foot, depending on the film type, window size, and installation complexity. Premium films with heat rejection or security features may cost more.
How do you maintain commercial window tint?
Clean commercial window tint with a soft cloth and mild soap. Avoid abrasive tools and ammonia-based cleaners, which can scratch or damage the film over time. Our team gives you simple care tips after every install.
Can you apply window tint to commercial trucks?
Sun Tint installs commercial vehicle window tint that reduces glare, blocks UV rays, and improves comfort for your fleet. We work on company cars, delivery vans, work trucks, and full fleets across Louisville.