Not everyone wants passers-by to see into their living areas nor do you want to have to have your blinds or curtains closed all day or even all evening long. It is great when you can keep your curtains open, especially if it’s a beautiful evening or if your window overlooks a fantastic view. One way to accomplish this is by covering a section of your window with privacy window film.

Frosted window film is the most common and provides the most privacy. Thankfully it is easy to apply this self-adhesive vinyl film, something you can do yourself with a helper.  You can easily apply it to glass doors, windows or even mirrors if you like. The beauty of this type of privacy window film is that it is translucent, meaning light can pass through, yet it provides you with privacy as no one can see in through the film.  It also adds to the appearance of any home or building, with some beautifully elegant designs available, so not only does it provide you with privacy but also beautifies your home at the same time.

White frosted privacy window film is the most opaque privacy window film. It generally still allows about 70% of light in through the window or door yet is the most opaque at close range. This high level of opaqueness makes it an ideal choice for bathrooms or for other security purposes, such as applying to front glass doors, etc.

Plain frosted window film allows more light in, up to around 90 percent, meaning that you lose very little light from your room.  It’s not quite as opaque but still more than good enough for adding to windows, or other areas where you want the light to come in without prying eyes seeing everything that is going on. The beauty of this film is that from the outside you can’t even tell that it is on the windows, thus it doesn’t alter the outward appearance of a building in any way.

Opaque privacy window film is perfect also to use within the house, such as to add more privacy to your shower stalls or bathrooms.  The film attaches readily to any smooth, non porous surface including hard plastics and once up and firmly attached it is not affected at all by steam or moisture.

Not only is frosted glass film used as privacy window films, but it is also often applied for decorative purposes, to spruce up a room and add some elegance and style to it.  Another benefit with window film for privacy is that it is often contains a UV filter too, which spares your furniture, curtains and other household items from being damaged by harsh sun rays.

So, if you’re looking for the solution to more privacy, you really should check out the range of privacy window filters, including not only privacy glass window film, but also privacy mirror window film. Easy to apply, nice looking and best of all providing you with good privacy, they may be just what you are looking for.

Most frosted window films these days work on any glass surface, even double glazed units, and are designed to be used all around the house or workplace.  You can apply them to any window, or to glass doors in bathrooms, kitchens, living rooms or on office windows.  Frosted window films are available in a variety of colors and patterns.  You can easily buy the regular opaque white or cream film, or pink, green, grey or silver colored film is you prefer.

No more problems with peeling film either, nowadays the durable window films are specifically made to last for years if applied properly and according to instructions.  At the same time, this opaque window film is also fairly easy and quick to remove too, so can be used even in rented locations, or as a temporary security measure.

If you want to apply the frosted glass window film yourself it’s easy to do. Depending on the size of the surface you are covering, you may need a helper for a few hours.  It’s a perfect weekend project, so grab some help, get a few tools together and get started.

First of all you need to figure out how much film you will need to purchase.  Measure the area of the windows you plan to tint, then add around 15 to 20 percent on to this amount to allow for mistakes (yes, we know you won’t make any, but just in case…), and scraps and waste from when you cut to measure the film.

It’s best to apply the film during the cooler part of the day, so shoot for an early morning or late evening timeslot.  Applying the tint to a warm or heated glass causes streaks, so it’s better to apply it when the windows are cool.

The film should be applied to squeaky clean windows.  One of the best solutions for cleaning windows, believe it or not, is baby shampoo. Mix one teaspoon of shampoo to one gallon of water.  Do not clean the windows with vinegar, commercial window cleaners or ammonia, as these leave a residue on the window that reacts with the glue on the film.

Measure out the film and then cut the piece a little longer and wider than the area you are going to cover. You don’t need to allow a lot of extra, but enough so that if you don’t get the film perfectly square you’ll have enough to cover the area anyway. An inch or two top and bottom should be sufficient.

Get a spray bottle, fill it with the same solution of baby shampoo and water that you used to clean the window and spray the surface of the window with this.  Wet your hands with this same solution too so that you don’t leave any finger marks on the film as you’re working with it and putting it up.

Now you’re ready to take off the backing from the film. The easiest way to get it off is by using transparent tape.  Just stick a couple of pieces on a corner of the film, and gently pull it back. The backing should start peeling off the film.  As you keep peeling the film off have your helper spray the film with the solution again, to keep it moist.

Once all the backing is off carefully lift up the film, and beginning from the top of the window or top of the area you want covered, slowly place the sticky side of the film on the surface and gradually work down the area. It’s important, as you’re working with the film, to keep it wet as that makes it easier to work with and easier to get any air bubbles out.  So, use the solution again and now spray the external side of the film.

When you have all the film in place, make sure it’s centered. Now is the time to make any minor adjustments as once the film backing dries it will be too late to do so.  Have a squeegee on hands so you can push any bubbles that have formed out towards the edges of the film.  You may not be able to get the bubbles out entirely, but as long as you can get them towards one of the edges they should work their way out within a short amount of time.  If you find the film is getting dry and hard to work with, just spray it with the cleaning material again.  That will help the squeegee move across the film easily and will shift those bubbles to the edge.

Once it is up, it is time to trim the film.  Err on the side of leaving a little bit more film on the window as a border, say 1/8 of an inch or so, as that’s better than trimming the film too closely and leaving window exposed. It also allows for a little shrinkage should that happen.  Now would be a good time to squeegee those bubbles all the way out the edge if you can, or as close to the edge of the film as you can get them.

Film should be sticking by about thirty minutes, though it will take anywhere up to a week before it’s firmly attached so be careful with opening and closing the window, etc. during this time.

And that’s all there is to it!  Quite simply, you can renovate and decorate your own house, add charm and style to your house with a film such as gila frosted window film! You can even hang Home Depot curtains or shades on the window for additional window dressing, and it will still look great. For example Home Depot have some great sheer curtains that would really accentuate a nicely frosted window.