DIY Window Film - Beautiful, Easy & Cheap
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- čas přidán 5. 06. 2024
- Create custom window film with Con-Tact Brand Adhesive Liner that looks beautiful and lasts! I paid less than $10 at my local store for all of the supplies!
You will need -
~Con-Tact Brand Clear Matte Liner -
If unable to find in your local store you can purchase online -
goo.gl/X29ZKo
~Ammonia based glass cleaner
~Scissors
~Razor or Exacto Knife
~Optional - Painters Pen - See here - goo.gl/LzjBcf
~Optional - Stencils - See here - goo.gl/B8aGIm
Music selection -
Title - Alternate - Vibe Tracks
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Great idea with wonderful results! Thanks for showing each step and not editing a bunch of stuff out! Please ignore the bored negative people who seem to enjoy bashing your project. Some people truly need to learn a little kindness and positive attitude.
Wax paper on the bottom half of the window works great! Let's the light in but provides privacy. Easy & costs nothing :)
That’s a great idea!
I've been thinking about using it but afraid it will fall to easy. I have a business to run and don't want to take the time to fix it.
I spent good money on having this done years ago professionally. Now I know I can do the rest of my windows myself. Thank you for these easy directions.
Jacqueline Saunders Thank you so much for watching! I’m so happy this will be helpful for you 💗
Brilliant! This is exactly what I needed. Thanks so much for this tutorial 💛✨
This was such a wonderful tutorial that gets to the point while still feeling human, thank you!
Thank you for the kind feedback!
Great job, great idea. Have used privacy window film before, but it is EXPENSIVE. I'm planning on sandwiching sheer Japanese textured paper for a shoji screen look and wasn't sure how to do it so I could remove it if needed. Many thanks!!
I was looking for something to put on my front windows for privacy and I love ur idea 👍
Cool. Thanks fir sharing this. I’m considering doing the same.
Thanks for sharing. Interesting how the Windex helps with positioning.
The easiest way to peel back the paper from the backing is to lay the paper DOWN on a table, pull the edges apart and fold back about 2" and crease it so you can THEN take it to the window and place it on to get started.
Marshia Thomas That’s a great tip! Seems simple and logical in retrospect 😜 Thank you for helping others who may be watching this video and attempting this project.
I really like the white-on-white stencil
I get my at dollar tree, throw it in my vinyl cutter to get patterns, and a perfect fit, and if you have a sublimation printer, YOU CAN PRINT ON IT, just spray it with Mr clear after you print on it. For 10.00 and a lot of planning, printing, designing , i can do patio doors, I charge $250, and ppl pay me happily
That looks great.
This is a really good idea I'm doing this to my windows in my room thanks for the tip
Awesome!
Loved your video, this what I wanted to do but didn't know where to begin, I was just gonna to add wax paper and glue. LOL but your method is Brilliant!!!!!!
Double sided tape strips cut in half with wax paper actually looks great & no bubbles ;)
Love this I'm going to do to bedroom window facing apt walk way
I frosted my windows in my old apartment and I loved it. Day or night fresh out of the shower was beautiful.
Very useful & works well
What a great vid, and very helpful! Thank you!
Thank you so much!
thanks soo much.. you solved my problem...
Well done, good job!
Nessy Yellow Thank you!
Thank you!
Thanks. I will share with a friend who can use this now.
8.5.21, Irving, TX
Has anyone tried this on paper side by side? I have wider windows that I can't find any contact paper to cover the width (45inch).
Thank you for doing this video. I've read several articles on how but seeing it done is much better. I'm about to do this on my girls windows, the master bath window and my French doors. Now that being said. Can you see the stencils from the outside? I would think yes. Can you use acrylic paint instead of a paint pen? I like the monochromatic look but have a feeling my girls would like to use their own creativity when it comes to their bedroom windows. One loves flamingos the other unicorns. Could you use sayings on this as well?
kawaii girls Yes, you can see the stenciling from the outside. I’m not sure about the paint, but I do know that the painters pens come in all sorts of colors. I’ll bet your girls would have a great time decorating their windows! Can’t wait to hear how it turns out for you!
kawaii girls Absolutely you could put anything on it that you would like, including phrases.
That's great! I was thinking of reverse stenciling something like Merry Christmas on my front windows or using my Frankenstein and Dracula for Halloween. I might try some glow in the dark paint for that. Using your methods should make clean up a breeze.
I like it. My mom decided to use glass (wall and windows) for our new house including bedrooms... I was thinking of using curtains to cover mine.. but this one will do... Thank you so much for this tutorial.. :)
Desirie Endrina - that’s awesome! Let us know how it turns out for you!
My sister has this on her front door window...it is in the shade...but it has lasted for years. She has cutouts of leaves on hers.
i love your tools lol
I'm the queen of using ordinary objects as "tools" lol - I've stopped using table knives as a screwdriver and finally bought a real one :-)
Job well done amazing ,i am going to do my bathroom after seeing this, thank you for sharing.
grace sansom - We would love to see how your project turns out!
Will this also help with keeping a room cool during summer?
Deaf Dude I’ve not paid attention to the actual temperature prior to applying the film, but the room did seem cooler in the summertime. I suppose anytime you block sunlight or filter it, it will help cool the room.
Maybe slight difference but to you'd get a better result using UV reflective.
I had a prob getting spray to dry and bubbles out. So I’m going to spray frost on
I did this and regretted it later. Really hard to get off, and I suspect in 90% of the cases, you will want it off eventually.
@@oldgeezer2780 which was hard to remove, frost spray or window film?
@@11s11s1 the spray on frost
@@oldgeezer2780 cheers, ty 👍🏼
I really want a solid no see through... if I were to choose a solid contact paper.. would you apply it this same way with window cleaner... ? Thank you👍🏻‼️
Sorry for the late response! I think you could do that. It seems that the adhesive is probably the same so the process should work! Do let us know how it turned out for you!
Hey not to butt in but I've been doing this a very long time and for the sake of your window ( if it's a rental or a good ever window) I wouldn't put that solid contact paper on the window, not just because it looks odd from outside but the solid vinyl uses a different adhesive that will be discolored by sunlight and the paper degrades, chips, and damages the glass clarity, I'm speaking from experience and a very expensive mistake
It's interesting that it actually sticks onto wet window cleaner. So, it takes one day for it to dry? And then the contact paper is sticking to the window?!
I think because you are squeezing the window cleaner out for the most part, It's not super wet right after the process. But letting it rest for a day allow allows it to cure. And yes, it sticks to the window after that. It's also fairly easy to remove just by peeling it.. Probably not great for a kid's room if they will pick at it 🤣
Amazing - ok! Thanks so much!
How does it look from outside - is it visible from outside?
It looks frosted from the outside. But in a nice way.
I did it to my bedroom but I had to do it in prices but it's great
Terri Roeth I’m so happy it turned out well for you!
Nice job mom.
Thank you 💗
I THINK PUTTING THE STENCILS ON THE CLEAR GLASS WOULD MAKE IT LOOK MORE PROFESSIONAL , LIKE IT JUST ISNT A MISTAKE AND YOU DIDNT HAVE THE FILM . BUT NICE JOB . GOOD IDEA WITH THE STENCILS .
Thanks ! I almost spent 25.00 at the hardware store for film
Navelta Escalera it can be really pricey!
Can people the inside of your house and see you an from outside view ?
Whats it like looking in at night.....?
Anee Angel You can see movement, but no definition.
Im surrounded with dudes. I need this product real fast! Yeh
It's easier than it looks. Trust me
I'm a renter. Is this removable?
Lise's Pieces - this is totally removable. It’s easy to peel off when you choose, and it doesn’t damage the window or leave a nasty residue - perfect for a rental
Why did you leave an open space at the top?
This has been years, but if I remember correctly, the girls wanted to be able to see the sky ❤️
@@Poppyjuice lol ok 👍🏻. Thanks for the tutorial. I have clear glass around my front door and you can see inside especially at night. I really want to change that without loosing light.
Can you see inside your house if the lights are on at night?
You can sometimes see movement, but no definition.
@@Poppyjuice thank you very much for answering my question I’m definitely gonna go and buy this as I’ve just bought a new house and need some privacy till I get blinds.
@@american_chevy616 You are welcome! Congrats on the new house!
I was wondering how it is holding up?
Stella Reed It has a slightly adhesive back (but not enough to leave a residue when removing later)
How long does it last being up?
Stella Reed The film in this video was still on when we moved from the house about a year ago. As long as no one picks at it (children 😆) it should last indefinitely.
Thank you
If it's a sun facing glass. Don't do this when the sun is hitting the glass.
How much?
How much for the supplies? I’m not sure now, but then I believe the contact paper was no more than $5-$6 per roll.
From the outside looking in… can you see a person or cat? Trying to hide a cat 😂
I don’t think you can see much detail, but I suppose if someone were looking for a cat then they might figure it out 😂
too high. if you were to look out at neck 5' level to see neighbor window it womb cove allo eyes. you are 5'7" or higher
Glad that we can be here to support each other. Let me know how I can help you further
Everyday Journey Thanks so much for stopping by!
You need to spay the film also with soapy water
Patriotic Brexiteer does this help with smoothing the bubbles out?
Yes and helps to move the film into place.
Patriotic Brexiteer Thank you so much for the tip! I appreciate it :-)
That's how the pros do it.
Was the window cleaned prior? There was no mention of this vital ste? Its also known to use a squeegee first..not during. And you use soapy water NOT WINDEX!
l.m. Getz of course the window was cleaned first. This just seems like common sense. I have always used Windex rather than soapy water and never had any difficulties. With cling window film, for example the kind that you use to darken your windows, I would use soapy water. But the ConTact adhesive brand liner does very well with Windex.
l.m. Getz Also, the instruction to clean the window thoroughly was printed across the video at approximately 3:05 😉
Calm down woman.
Ehh, when I got my truck windows tinted by a guy who does the local dealer cars he used windex. It it the exact same process, but he did spray the film/tint as well.
Great way to lose light and sun in your house
Andrei Apostol yes, direct sun rays are definitely filtered, but it still allows a good amount of light in. I really liked it for the bathroom, because I didn’t want to put heavy curtains up and have the bathroom feel like a dungeon, but also didn’t want people seeing me getting out of the shower 😂
@@Poppyjuice bathroom windows should not be normal windows.there are special designed bathroom window.
@@andreiapostol9394 not everyone has special bathroom windows...this is an inexpensive solution for people who rent and/or don't want to do something that is hard to remove down the road.
You should cut those designs out.
Get to the point!!!!
Amen
Do not use a credit card like she is. It will scratch the paper
It does take a gentle hand if you use a credit card, but a small squeegee might be better to prevent scratching. Thanks for the tip!
Bad idea. The sun will turn that brown and it will fall apart and peel off. Commercial films are uv resistant.
Thank you!
My pleasure! I hope it's helpful 🙂