Window privacy film

Tiki30

I'm overlooked at the back and front and thinking of getting a reputable company to supply and fit clear window film.  The type that lets you see out but reverses at night when lights on.  (I'll close curtains then). My main concerns are longevity (film, not me!), and I don't want to lose any heat but most seem to offer that as a benefit of having it.

Wondering if anyone has any experience of similar?

sammyjammy

And why would you not do it yourself, its very easy if you follow the instructions and take your time

JoeCrystal

What is wrong with using a thick white cloth? I generally use that to block out the views while on the first floor. Another option is to put shutters if your windows are within the deep holes, which is very handy as an extra layer to trap the heat.

Grumpy_chap

Tiki30 said:

I don't want to lose any heat but most seem to offer that as a benefit of having it.

AIUI, these types of film do not cause you to lose any heat, but reduce the amount of solar gain.

MSE_Laura_F

I've moved this to the 'In my home' board.

Best of luck in finding a solution, @Tiki30, and please do update us on your decision.

Tiki30

MSE_Laura_F said:

I've moved this to the 'In my home' board.

Best of luck in finding a solution, @Tiki30, and please do update us on your decision.

Oops, thank you!

Tiki30

sammyjammy said:

And why would you not do it yourself, its very easy if you follow the instructions and take your time

Because I am old and decrepit and I don't want to be up a ladder fitting window film 

Tiki30

JoeCrystal said:

What is wrong with using a thick white cloth? I generally use that to block out the views while on the first floor. Another option is to put shutters if your windows are within the deep holes, which is very handy as an extra layer to trap the heat.

I want to see out, do away with blinds and get as much light in as possible.

Tiki30

Grumpy_chap said:

Tiki30 said:

I don't want to lose any heat but most seem to offer that as a benefit of having it.

AIUI, these types of film do not cause you to lose any heat, but reduce the amount of solar gain.

Yes, sorry I meant that I would like the solar gain.

Mojisola

Tiki30 said:

I'm overlooked at the back and front and thinking of getting a reputable company to supply and fit clear window film.  The type that lets you see out but reverses at night when lights on.  (I'll close curtains then). My main concerns are longevity (film, not me!), and I don't want to lose any heat but most seem to offer that as a benefit of having it.

Wondering if anyone has any experience of similar?

We've just put some up and it was easy - just follow the instructions carefully.  A general handyman would be able to do the job.

Ours hasn't been up for long but friends have had it on some windows for about a decade and it's still perfect.

TELLIT01

With normal height windows there shouldn't be any need to get on a ladder as it's installed on the inside of the window.  It really is very simple to fit as long as you read the instructions carefully.  I fitted obscured film to our porch so that nobody can see if there is post on the floor when we are on holiday.  I took about 40 minutes to fix 4 pieces.