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The short answer: for most Sunshine Coast homes and offices, yes. Glaze Window Tinting is an owner-operated window film business in Nirimba, run by Thom Caruth, who has more than 20 years of hands-on experience fitting film. You deal with the person who does the work, the price is published up front, and as at September 2026 all 16 of Glaze’s Google reviews are five stars.
That’s the summary. Below is the detail, including who Glaze is not the right fit for, so you can decide for yourself.
Free measure and quote – call Thom on 0419 440 537
Who is Glaze Window Tinting?
Glaze Window Tinting fits window film to homes and commercial buildings across the Sunshine Coast. It is based at 4 Glenelg Street, Nirimba, and covers 13 areas from Caloundra to Noosaville. The business started in 2022. The owner, Thom Caruth, started fitting window film in Sydney in 2003, so the 20+ years is his personal time on the tools.
Glaze works on flat glass only. That means house windows, sliding doors, offices, shopfronts and other buildings. It does not tint cars.
What you get for your money
- The owner quotes and fits your job. Thom measures up, gives you a fixed written price and does the install himself. No sales rep, no subcontractor.
- Premium film. Glaze fits film from 3M, SunTek, UltraGard and LLumar, not cheap unbranded film that bubbles or turns purple.
- Real results. The right film blocks up to 80% of the sun’s heat and up to 99% of UV through your glass.
- A written warranty. Every install comes with a written, manufacturer-backed warranty.
- A free on-site measure and quote anywhere in the service area.
- Fully insured, police cleared and White Card certified.
How much does Glaze charge?
Home window film runs roughly $60 to $80 per square metre fitted, depending on the film type and brand. Most homes land between $500 and $1,500 all up. The price in your written quote is the price you pay.
It may not be the cheapest quote you get. It is a fair price for branded film fitted properly by someone with two decades in the trade. Cheap film costs less on the day, but it can cost more in the long run if it has to come off early.
Who Glaze is not the right fit for
- Car tinting. Glaze does not tint cars, boats or caravans. Flat glass only.
- The cheapest possible film. If you want the lowest price and don’t mind unbranded film, you can likely find cheaper quotes.
- Jobs outside the Sunshine Coast. Glaze covers Birtinya, Bli Bli, Buderim, Caloundra, Caloundra West, Kawana, Landsborough, Maroochydore, Mooloolaba, Nambour, Nirimba, Noosaville and Sippy Downs.
What customers say
These are real Google reviews, quoted word for word. You can read all of them on the Glaze Window Tinting reviews page or on Google.
On heat and glare
“The end product is amazing my house is already cooler and no more sun glaring in my eyes.”
Amanda H., Google review, August 2026
“One window was quite challenging due to its size and existing shutters, but Thom handled it professionally and achieved a great result. The reduction in heat through the windows is noticeable immediately, the finish looks fantastic, and everything was left clean and tidy.”
Bandit, Google review, March 2026
“It’s already made a noticeable difference in reducing heat and glare. He also was great at explaining the different options and helping me choose the best one for my needs.”
John H., Google review, May 2025
On privacy
“Got my Windows tinted for privacy as I live on a main walkway. Thom explains to you what you need and is very good with pricing. Even did a sample window to see full effects before committing.”
Ethan, Google review, June 2025
“Thom was excellent and our front door now gives us privacy while looking elegant!”
Karyna M., Google review, August 2026
On safety
“One thing that really stood out was the safety tint he applied to an antique glass cabinet we have to protect our young children. It’s great knowing the glass is safer now (it’s over 100 years old).”
Taren A., Google review, May 2025
On the service
“We obtained several quotes to have our house tinted. Of all the quotes we received, Thom was the most professional and was very responsive.”
Taren A., Google review, May 2025
“Thom arrived on time to quote and Katherine emailed the quote the next day. Installation was completed exactly as scheduled.”
Bandit, Google review, March 2026
“Transparent quoting, efficient, tidy & quality work at the time promised.”
Rob N., Google review, May 2025
“I had recommended Thom to many colleagues in both private and business settings, and every single referral came back with glowing reviews of their own.”
Don E., Google review, September 2025
“The tinting job on my house windows is flawless—perfectly applied with no bubbles or imperfections. … Pricing was fair, and the service was completed quickly without compromising quality.”
Katrina H., Google review, May 2025
“Glaze (Thom) is by far the most professional and knowledgeable window tinter on the Sunshine Coast … He treated our home like his own!”
Nicholas C., Google review, December 2025
Is Glaze Window Tinting legit?
Yes. Glaze Window Tinting trades under ABN 50 840 139 598, registered to Thom Caruth, and Glaze has held a registered business name since June 2022. It has a Google Business Profile at 4 Glenelg Street, Nirimba QLD 4551, a working phone line (0419 440 537) and a public review history. Thom is fully insured, police cleared and White Card certified.
How to check any window tinting quote, including mine
Whoever you choose, ask every installer for these six things in writing. A good tinter will answer all of them without fuss.
- The film brand and the exact product name, not just “premium film”.
- Visible light transmission (VLT), so you know how dark it will look.
- Total solar energy rejected, so you know how much heat it stops.
- UV rejection. It should be 99% or close to it.
- The warranty, who backs it, and what it covers.
- Who will actually install it on the day.
If you’re weighing up films, the home window tinting page compares the main types side by side, and the solar control film page covers heat in more depth.
FAQs
Is Glaze Window Tinting worth the money?
For most Sunshine Coast homes and offices, yes. You get premium branded film, a written manufacturer-backed warranty and an owner with 20+ years’ experience who quotes and fits the job himself. It may not be the cheapest quote, but the price is published up front.
Does Glaze Window Tinting tint cars?
No. Glaze Window Tinting works on flat glass only: homes, offices, shops and other buildings. It does not tint cars, boats or caravans.
How much does Glaze Window Tinting charge?
Home window film is roughly $60 to $80 per square metre fitted, depending on the film type and brand. Most homes land between $500 and $1,500 all up. You get a fixed price in writing after a free on-site measure.
Who owns Glaze Window Tinting?
Glaze Window Tinting is owned and operated by Thom Caruth. The business started in 2022 and is based in Nirimba on the Sunshine Coast. Thom has fitted window film since 2003, starting in Sydney.
Where does Glaze Window Tinting work?
Across the Sunshine Coast: Birtinya, Bli Bli, Buderim, Caloundra, Caloundra West, Kawana, Landsborough, Maroochydore, Mooloolaba, Nambour, Nirimba, Noosaville and Sippy Downs.
Get a free quote
If Glaze sounds like the right fit, the next step is a free measure and a written price. Thom answers his own phone.
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