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Privacy Window Films

July 9th, 2010 by admin

Privacy Window Films
Is there any room or windows in your homes that you wished to remain more private and secluded from outside’s view? There are many ways how this could be implemented in your home. You may hang curtains and blinds. You may change the glass to frosted type. There is another easier way. Use self-adhesive window films.
There are many types of window films available in the market for this purpose. In the past, window film are closely associated with window tinting films. Then it evolves into solar film. Now, window films serve more functions than just shading off lights. Privacy window films, for example, shield off view without shielding off light. Its usage is versatile and may be applied onto many areas in your home.
There are plenty of available designs to add privacy. Frosted window films are among the more popular ones. At the end of this article, you may find some suggestions on which type of window films may suit you. Window films are made of highly engineered vinyl material that is very thin. It used to be popularly applied on automobile but in recent years have found its application in homes.
Many privacy window films are now adhesive-free. This means that you do not need to use glue to stick the window film to the glass. It may be used on any type of glass, as long as the glass is properly cleaned. There are still some manufacturers that is producing adhesive-based window film. The choice is yours but if I am you, I would use adhesive-free ones.
Self-adhesive privacy window films is easy to install and easy to remove too when it is time to redecorate your home or when you wish to remove them for good. You just peel it off. As many of these films have long shelf life, you may even store them for future usage. Or, you may use it on another window.
Installing privacy window film that is self-adhesive is as easy as it is said. You need very simple tools. All you need is a spray bottle, a squeegee and a utility knife with some measuring ruler. If you are installing them on a very large window or glass pane, you may need an extra pair of hands. Otherwise, you can easily install them on your own as a DIY project.
You begin installing the window film by first thoroughly cleaning the glass window off any dust. Using a normal window cleansing solution is adequate for this purpose. If there is any paint remnant, then, you may need to use a scrapper to carefully remove them. When the window glass is thoroughly clean, spray some soapy solution onto the glass. The soapy solution may consists of diluted window cleanser.
Measure the glass window that you wished to install the film on. Cut out a slightly larger dimensions of the film. Then, carefully remove the backing paper off the window film. Be careful to ensure that the window film does not touch anything as dust may get attracted to the film. If dust is attached, it will make it difficult for you to install the window film beautifully.
Lightly attached the window film on the glass. You do not need to position it exactly on the right position at the moment as you will trim off the excess glass film later. Use a squeegee to remove all bubbles and soapy solutions beneath the window film. When you have finished with this, use a utility knife to trim the window film to the exact size of the window.
One of the best feature that many home owners loved about using vinyl film to add privacy is that although the film obscured view, it does not block off light that comes into the room. Furthermore, the window films are designed to be able to withstand moisture and heat, making it suitable to be installed on bathroom windows and shower door.
Privacy window film especially those with frosted glass design is not only popular to be installed on bath enclosure, it can be put up on your side door glass and kitchen window as well. If you are more creative and adventurous, instead of using frosted glass design, try to use stained glass design.
When installed, as light shines through the stained glass window film during the day, it projects a very beautiful piece of art for the occupants of the house. Then at night, a well-litted house will project a masterwork to passers-by. Your neighbours will envy your house.
One caution with using stained glass film design – you would not want to put it up on every piece of glass you find in your house, unless you want your house to look like a church. Interestingly, stained glass design has been catching up popularity again in recent years. More and more home owners are reverting to design of the Victorian era that made use of stained glass for homes window.
Besides offering privacy, vinyl window films also offer other benefits. Many home owners use window films to block off unwanted heat gain from the sun and reduce glare. Most window films in the market nowadays can block off more than 90% of ultra-violet ray. Ultra-violet ray is the low wave length from solar energy that causes your drapes, curtains, carpets and furniture to fade in  colour.
Unwanted heat gain from the sun is caused by the infra-red spectrum, which is the high wave length of the sun. This is also filtered by the window film. During the day time, you will have a cooler house and therefore it helps you save on your utility bill for the air-conditioning. Then, at night, it helps to retain heat within the house and you will not need to turn up your heater. Similarly, during summer, heat gain is filtered. During winter, heat is retained withing the house.
There are many places where you may purchase your privacy window film. You may get it from hardware store, home DIY store and even through online. Do note that not all window films are created equal. When purchasing your window film, always look for those merchandiser with good credentials and those with returning customer. Look for products that offer warranties. Most merchandiser will be able to offer you between 3 to 5 years of warranty although the life-span of the product will last twice as long as its warranty.
The followings are some of the more popular designs among home owners to be used to add privacy to their homes:
Atlantis
The Atlantis privacy window film is made of colorful shards of glass. It may be used to many different color motifs and suit different decorating styles. You may use it on small or large spaces.
Biscayne
The Biscayne is of stained glass design with colors of nature.
Chateau
The Chateau design consists of octagonal glass block pattern with lightly frosted inset but look very elegant.
Eden
Eden design consists of floral etched glass design with two-toned white on white pattern combines privacy background to allow light in and peeping eyes out.
Everleaf
Everleaf design is for you if you love nature. The design features a leaf pattern, which brings a hint of the outdoors inside.
Frosted
The Frosted privacy window film is the most common window film used for privacy. It is a rich-looking, faux frosted glass window film that adds maximum privacy without darkening the room.
Lite Frost
The Lite Frost privacy window film is a rich-looking, faux frosted glass window film that adds privacy without darkening the room. You can easily add the decorative elegance of lightly frosted glass to any window, glass door, shower enclosure, or cabinet door with this adhesive-free, vinyl film. Lite Frost window glass film is translucent and obscures visibility through the glass. If you want maximum privacy, use the opaque shape Frosted design.

Is there any room or windows in your homes that you wished to remain more private and secluded from outside’s view? There are many ways how this could be implemented in your home. You may hang curtains and blinds. You may change the glass to frosted type. There is another easier way. Use self-adhesive window films.

There are many types of window films available in the market for this purpose. In the past, window film are closely associated with window tinting films. Then it evolves into solar film. Now, window films serve more functions than just shading off lights. Privacy window films, for example, shield off view without shielding off light. Its usage is versatile and may be applied onto many areas in your home.

There are plenty of available designs to add privacy. Frosted opaque window films are among the more popular ones. At the end of this article, you may find some suggestions on which type of window films may suit you. Window films are made of highly engineered vinyl material that is very thin. It used to be popularly applied on automobile but in recent years have found its application in homes.

Many privacy window films are now adhesive-free. This means that you do not need to use glue to stick the window film to the glass. It may be used on any type of glass, as long as the glass is properly cleaned. There are still some manufacturers that is producing adhesive-based window film. The choice is yours but if I am you, I would use adhesive-free ones.

Self-adhesive privacy window films is easy to install and easy to remove too when it is time to redecorate your home or when you wish to remove them for good. You just peel it off. As many of these films have long shelf life, you may even store them for future usage. Or, you may use it on another window.

Installing privacy window film that is self-adhesive is as easy as it is said. You need very simple tools. All you need is a spray bottle, a squeegee and a utility knife with some measuring ruler. If you are installing them on a very large window or glass pane, you may need an extra pair of hands. Otherwise, you can easily install them on your own as a DIY project.

You begin installing the window film by first thoroughly cleaning the glass window off any dust. Using a normal window cleansing solution is adequate for this purpose. If there is any paint remnant, then, you may need to use a scrapper to carefully remove them. When the window glass is thoroughly clean, spray some soapy solution onto the glass. The soapy solution may consists of diluted window cleanser.

Measure the glass window that you wished to install the film on. Cut out a slightly larger dimensions of the film. Then, carefully remove the backing paper off the window film. Be careful to ensure that the window film does not touch anything as dust may get attracted to the film. If dust is attached, it will make it difficult for you to install the window film beautifully.

Lightly attached the window film on the glass. You do not need to position it exactly on the right position at the moment as you will trim off the excess glass film later. Use a squeegee to remove all bubbles and soapy solutions beneath the window film. When you have finished with this, use a utility knife to trim the window film to the exact size of the window.

One of the best feature that many home owners loved about using vinyl film to add privacy is that although the film obscured view, it does not block off light that comes into the room. Furthermore, the window films are designed to be able to withstand moisture and heat, making it suitable to be installed on bathroom windows and shower door.

Window film especially those with frosted glass design is not only popular to be installed on bath enclosure, it can be put up on your side door glass and kitchen window as well. If you are more creative and adventurous, instead of using frosted glass design, try to use stained glass design.

When installed, as light shines through the stained glass window film during the day, it projects a very beautiful piece of art for the occupants of the house. Then at night, a well-litted house will project a masterwork to passers-by. Your neighbours will envy your house.

One caution with using stained glass film design – you would not want to put it up on every piece of glass you find in your house, unless you want your house to look like a church. Interestingly, stained glass design has been catching up popularity again in recent years. More and more home owners are reverting to design of the Victorian era that made use of stained glass for homes window.

Besides offering privacy, vinyl window films also offer other benefits. Many home owners use window films to block off unwanted heat gain from the sun and reduce glare. Most window films in the market nowadays can block off more than 90% of ultra-violet ray. Ultra-violet ray is the low wave length from solar energy that causes your drapes, curtains, carpets and furniture to fade in  colour.

Unwanted heat gain from the sun is caused by the infra-red spectrum, which is the high wave length of the sun. This is also filtered by the window film. During the day time, you will have a cooler house and therefore it helps you save on your utility bill for the air-conditioning. Then, at night, it helps to retain heat within the house and you will not need to turn up your heater. Similarly, during summer, heat gain is filtered. During winter, heat is retained withing the house.

There are many places where you may purchase your privacy window film. You may get it from hardware store, home DIY store and even through online. Do note that not all window films are created equal. When purchasing your window film, always look for those merchandiser with good credentials and those with returning customer. Look for products that offer warranties. Most merchandiser will be able to offer you between 3 to 5 years of warranty although the life-span of the product will last twice as long as its warranty.

The followings are some of the more popular designs among home owners to be used to add privacy to their homes:

Atlantis

The Atlantis privacy window film is made of colorful shards of glass. It may be used to many different color motifs and suit different decorating styles. You may use it on small or large spaces.

Biscayne

The Biscayne is of stained glass design with colors of nature.

Chateau

The Chateau design consists of octagonal glass block pattern with lightly frosted inset but look very elegant.

Eden

Eden design consists of floral etched glass design with two-toned white on white pattern combines privacy background to allow light in and peeping eyes out.

Everleaf

Everleaf design is for you if you love nature. The design features a leaf pattern, which brings a hint of the outdoors inside.

Frosted

The Frosted privacy window film is the most common etched glass window film used for privacy. It is a rich-looking, faux frosted glass window film that adds maximum privacy without darkening the room.

Lite Frost

The Lite Frost privacy window film is a rich-looking, faux frosted glass window film that adds privacy without darkening the room. You can easily add the decorative elegance of lightly frosted glass to any window, glass door, shower enclosure, or cabinet door with this adhesive-free, vinyl film. Lite Frost window glass film is translucent and obscures visibility through the glass. If you want maximum privacy, use the opaque shape Frosted design.

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