Frosting Window to Increase Privacy But Keep The Natural Light

I orginally thought I solved the problem by installing a window sheer with a curtain rod and then creating a pocket for a rod at the bottom and installed a curtain rod at the bottom as well.

HATED IT!

The rod continually came unlodged at the bottom and it would flop when the door was open and closed. And you might even get caught on it when you walked by.

I decided there was a better option. Frosted Window Film!

This is how I did it.

I started by measuring the window to see what size I needed my film to be.

Then roll out the film and measure the film and mark it to prepare for cutting.

Using a box cutter, I cut the window film to the size I needed. I placed a piece of scrap I found in my garage under it for cutting.

I mixed up a solution of soap and water in a spray bottle. First I cleaned the glass with it. And then saturated the glass with it for the application.

Peel the paper backing apart from the film and apply the window film to the glass.

Use a squeegee or straight edge of a sturdy object like a credit card to remove air bubbles. I worked from top to bottom. Some people recommend working from the middle out to the edges of the glass. Do what works for you.

And then you can trim any excess if needed using the box cutter.

The end result is doors that are free and clear of anything extra in the way. Beautiful natural light coming in during the daytime. And privacy during the day and night.

To see the full article and a printable project card check out the article on my blog.

This what it looks like with a new coat of paint and during the daytime!