Number Plate Printing

From £40

At Shady Tints we manufacture number plates on-site using state-of-the-art equipment and high-quality acrylic materials. Whether you need standard replacement plates, stylish 3D gel plates, or premium 4D plates, we produce them in-house to the highest standards.

Standard Number Plates

Standard Number Plates

High-quality acrylic plates manufactured to DVLA specifications.

3D Gel Number Plates

3D Gel Number Plates

Raised gel resin characters for a premium three-dimensional look. Available in standard and black gel finishes. Road legal.

4D Number Plates 3mm

4D Number Plates (3mm & 5mm)

Laser-cut acrylic characters give a bold, raised appearance with sharp edges. Road legal.

Show Plates

Show Plates

Decorative plates for display purposes only — not legal for road use.

Documentation Required

To manufacture road-legal number plates, we require proof of entitlement to the registration mark. Please bring valid identification and vehicle documentation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

We offer a full range of UK-legal number plates including standard white and yellow plates, 3D gel plates, 4D acrylic plates, and hex plates. All our plates are made to order using BSAU 145e compliant materials. Visit Shady Tints in Croydon and we can make your plates while you wait.
Yes, all number plates we produce are fully road legal and comply with DVLA and MOT regulations. They are manufactured using approved materials and meet the BSAU 145e standard. We also supply our RNPS (Registered Number Plate Supplier) details with every set of plates.
Yes, by law we require proof of entitlement to the registration number and proof of your identity. Acceptable documents include your V5C log book, a new keeper supplement, or a V778 retention document, along with a photo ID such as a driving licence. Please bring these when you visit us in Croydon.
We can produce a set of number plates in approximately 15 to 30 minutes depending on the style chosen. 3D gel and 4D acrylic plates may take a little longer due to the additional finishing involved. Most customers choose to wait while we make them at our Croydon workshop.
Yes, we can fit your new number plates to your vehicle on the spot at no extra charge. We use high-quality adhesive pads and screws to ensure a secure and neat fit. If you prefer to fit them yourself, we are happy to supply them unfitted.

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Shady Tints are truly a shade above the rest!

Based in South London (Croydon), we are trusted and authorised installers of many automotive wrap, PPF and tinting materials. For over 11 years Shady Tints Ltd have provided an unparalleled finish that has seen us become recognised for our quality by different dealerships and hundreds of happy customers and businesses.

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