How can I apply some kind of privacy film or tint to block out someone from looking in my front door?

We have an oval door and someone keeps coming by our house and is trying to look in our home. I have security cameras catching them doing this. I am not sure what they want, but it's really making my family freak out. I have two little kids that always run to the front door and look out the side windows and see who's at the door. I have some kind of was paper film on the side, but it's not enough.

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Pam R Petaluma, CA

A BIG VICIOUS DOG!!!

on Feb 22, 2012 · Like 1
Diane B Dublin, GA

Try a wireless intercom (hidden discreetly behind a large plant) and when this creature tries to invade your privacy let him hear the sound of a low growling dog, followed by a loud bark and your voice saying "Ok Rambo, I'll get get the weapon while you guard him till the police get here". Just saying,,

on Feb 22, 2012 · Like 3
HandyANDY Home Renovation... Marietta, GA

Gordon - There are quite a few good ideas to try listed here to give you the privacy you are looking for. I do agree with Lee and some of the other posters. If you haven't yet already reported it, I would involve the police. Especially if it is the same individual and you have tape of them doing this. The police might know about other activity in your area, or if they even recognize the individual. They can also add more police presence in your area/on your street. You should have the ability to feel safe in your home. Good luck!

on Feb 22, 2012 · Like 1
Connie Nikiforoff Designs Mandan, ND

This is easy peasy! Get the spray paint that's labeled "Frosted glass" or something like that. Best if you can remove the glass from the frame but if not, just tape off and cover with plastic any areas you don't want the spray paint on, and spray away! The look is great and costs very little. You still get the light but with the added privacy. It will take 2 or possibly 3 coats but it's very cost effective and works. One of my clients did it to their side-light window by the door. I ...»
used it for a commercial window where we wanted the light but also needed privacy. Worked like a charm ;-)

on Feb 22, 2012 · Like 1
Marci N

Frosted is nice but I love the stained glass look. They make a film that sticks to the glass.

on Feb 22, 2012 · Like 1
Bob M Severna Park, MD

try switch light glass, it is electrically charge panes that when a wall switch is turned on the frosted glass turns clear. I have used this several times in our custom homes.

on Feb 22, 2012 · Like 1
Terri J York, PA

I have a side panel and same situation at my house. I used frosting paint for now, and eventually will put on designer window covering paper, that allows you to look out, but keeps others from looking in.

on Feb 22, 2012 · Like 1
Sonia Y Brawley, CA

I also used window paint in frost colors and covered my front window with lattice and floral design to allow light in but keep peeping Toms out.

on Feb 22, 2012 · Like 1
Penny Winder, GA

We had a side window and had a custom louvered wooden slats. That way I could still look out.

on Feb 22, 2012 · Like 0
Sherrie S Debary, FL

I hate to admit it but I think KMS greeting is correct & proper. I would prerfer my BIG dogs visit the door before I have to use KMS greeting. Either way nobody should have to live in fear in their own home or anywhere else.

on Feb 22, 2012 · Like 1
SheilaG, Plum Doodles Acworth, GA

This isn't a privacy issue, it's a safety issue, Call the police!

on Feb 22, 2012 · Like 2
Project Style, LLC Kennesaw, GA

We have just learned about some window film products that will provide privacy; please contact us if you would like more information.

on Feb 22, 2012 · Like 0
Gordon F Mcdonough, GA

Wow, I didn't expect this many responses to my post. Let me say this about my house. We have dusk to dawn lights that come on every night, pathway lights, cameras, a security system, and plenty of guns. I am waiting on the great dane to be born so we can have the "BIG DOG".
We currently have a frosted look on the oval (we sprayed on it ourselves), the wax paper look film on the side windows, and a sheer curtain on the oval too. Of course, when the lights are on in ...»
the house, you can see shadows and my kids running around. I have a good video picture of the guy and his accomplice. I am ordering the motion alarm that will alert me to someone walking up to my house.
I appreciate all of the suggestions to my problem. I am looking to go with the film that is 100% privacy blocker. I am considering replacing my door altogether with a better window and a stronger door, period.

on Feb 22, 2012 · Like 2
Peggy M

1) Have you called police and turned copy of tapes to them? (2) Publish the tapes on the internet say Facebook with a caption that reads peeping Toms. Someone will identify them

on Feb 22, 2012 · Like 1
KMS Woodworks Nederland, CO

Films and covers will not deter their behavior...a visit from LEO or an armed HO will. My dad spent nearly 3 decades on the police force...this behavior is typical of someone "casing" the place getting details on your schedule and habits...call the boys in blue...if you have a prior report of this any defensive action you take to protect your family will have a solid foundation of priors.

on Feb 23, 2012 · Like 4
Elisa C

I sprayed the front panel with a frosted spray. Can only see shadows,

on Feb 23, 2012 · Like 0
Toqua B Tucson, AZ

They have frosted glass look contact paper too.

on Feb 23, 2012 · Like 1
Sharron W Memphis, TN

I have a 110 lb Rotweiller....she's a pretty good deterrent, but I'm with all the posters that said call the police...there are terrible people out there doing terrible things...even if you have weapons, what if they are using one of your kids as a shield? You need these people picked up, and locked up...Call the police and plese keep posting so we know all is well....additionally, there are glass breakage alarms that I would suggest for the house windows...

on Sep 13, 2012 · Like 1
Terri J York, PA

Since my original post, I took off the frosting paint, got tape, tore it into litty bitty pieces, stuck it on side panel and resprayed. i now have my own deisigner window covering for about $5.00 and tots of time. Forgot to mention they sell roles of the frosting paper at Lowes for $25.00 roll.

on Sep 14, 2012 · Like 2
Holly Benson

Have to say that I'm with the majority of posters here, you should go to the police and show them the tapes. You can bet that yours isn't the only home they are observing and perhaps you can prevent harm to your family as well as someone elses. Even though it's fairly well known that I'm armed, who knows if I could reach a weapon fast enough or would have a chance to use it, etc.
Having said that, congrats on the designer windows!

on Sep 15, 2012 · Like 2
Sharron W Memphis, TN

Y'all, I just now noticed the dates on these posts....He hasn't posted since FEB 23rd...I sure hope all is well with that family.

on Sep 15, 2012 · Like 0
Theresa W Harrietta, MI

We ordered ours on line. It is great very easy to do. We have a neighbor stands in the road and just star in. He does it to other neighbors too. He was so mad he has not talked to us in 5 years. Il try to find link for you.

on Sep 16, 2012 · Like 1
Theresa W Harrietta, MI

We got mirror kind so he has to look at him self. We can see out no problem like no even on. Warning at night if lights on inside house you can see in and you can not see out..
on Sep 16, 2012 · Like 1
Gordon F Mcdonough, GA

I'm not having a problem anymore. We replaced the door and the windows, so now we don't have to worry about it. Thanks for the comments folks!

on Sep 16, 2012 · Like 2
Sharron W Memphis, TN

@Gorden, Glad all is well with you and yours!

on Sep 16, 2012 · Like 0