Tint World Auto Styling Centers

Founded in 1982 in Tamarac, Florida, Tint World began as a studio‑style window‑tinting center—and from those modest beginnings, the brand has grown into a nationally acclaimed automotive styling franchise  . As demand surged, the company expanded rapidly throughout South Florida: adding locations in Coral Springs (1986), Pompano Beach (1987), Fort Lauderdale (1988), Hollywood (1990), Boca Raton (1994), and Sunrise and Weston (2005–2006)  .

In 2006, entrepreneur Charles J. Bonfiglio acquired the Tint World name and restructured it into a formal franchise system, establishing a corporate headquarters and training facility in Boca Raton, Florida  . The first franchise location opened in 2007, heralding the start of an enduring, scalable growth trajectory  .

By 2010, Tint World had scaled to 25 locations in development or operation across six U.S. states  . The company streaked onto the Inc. 500/5000 list in 2011, underscoring its fast‑growing footprint  . In 2012, Tint World celebrated 30 years in business and entered international markets, launching franchises in Canada and the Middle East  .

By 2024, Tint World had established a track record of sustained expansion. That year alone, the brand opened 14 new locations and entered three new U.S. states. Remarkably, 22 stores achieved $1 million or more in annual revenue, while three surpassed the $2 million milestone  .

Recent figures (as of mid‑2025) indicate the franchise system now encompasses approximately 151 open units across 35 U.S. states and four countries, with another 82 locations in development  . An alternate investment‑industry estimate puts global locations at around 140  , while internal data aligns on over 250 open or in‑development locations with a long‑term target of 600 franchises across North America  .

Texas has emerged as a particularly dynamic growth engine, now hosting 27 operational Tint World locations—making it the brand’s most concentrated state presence. Expansion targets include key Texas markets such as Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, Austin, Corpus Christi and Waco  .

In tandem with this growth, Tint World is bolstering its real estate infrastructure. A Master Services Agreement with corporate‑real‑estate specialist Vestian enables data‑driven site selection, lease negotiations, and strategic expansion support—ensuring each location is optimized for performance and visibility  . Additionally, Tint World is constructing a new state‑of‑the‑art national headquarters in Delray Beach, Florida—a combined showroom, installation shop, and corporate office spread over 14,000 square feet including a rooftop lounge—that will serve both operational and branding functions for franchisees and real estate partners   .

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Positioning for Commercial Real Estate Partners

For brokers and property owners, Tint World presents a compelling—and credible—tenant profile:

• Track record of scaled expansion: From a single store in 1982 to over 150 operational sites and dozens more under development, Tint World has proven it can grow regionally and nationally with momentum and consistency.

‑ Institutional-grade real estate strategy: The collaboration with Vestian signals Tint World’s commitment to data‑led site selection and long‑term property relationships—underscoring alignment with quality landlords and locations.

‑ Diversified revenue streams and brand strength: With multiple profit centers—from automotive styling and detailing to mobile services and accessories—Tint World combines operational resilience with premium branding that attracts consistent customer traffic.

‑ Growth trajectory anchored by infrastructure: The Delray Beach headquarters, modern showrooms, and corporate support structure all reinforce the brand’s stability and long‑term orientation—a strong signal to commercial partners.

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Looking Ahead

• Ambitious North American footprint: Tint World aims to expand toward 600 total locations—doubling or more its current scale—offering meaningful opportunity for real estate partners across key and emerging markets   .

‑ Market-specific acceleration: Notably aggressive expansion activity continues in Texas and other high‑growth regions, signaling priority investment areas for site developers and brokers   .

• Strategic partnerships and support infrastructure: With Vestian’s MSA and the forthcoming Delray Beach hub, Tint World is positioning itself for both disciplined and dynamic expansion.

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Tint World Auto Styling Centers is a proven, fast-growing franchise with a well-established track record in real estate expansion. With institutional-level planning, sophisticated site selection capabilities, and an aggressive growth strategy, it represents an ideal and reliable tenant for brokers and property owners seeking long-term, high-performing commercial partnerships.