Q Our bathroom windows have clear glass. This means that the curtains are constantly drawn, limiting the natural light. Is there anything we can put on the windows that will let in the light but give us privacy?
A If the windows in your bathroom are single-pane, you can apply a privacy film to the interior side. One user-friendly product we’ve tried costs 80¢ to 90¢ per square foot. It’s a frosted privacy film that makes the window impossible to see through. The film takes careful handling but it requires very few tools (utility knife, spray bottle and squeegee), and the company provides complete instructions. The product is supported by a total satisfaction warranty. For more information, contact Gila Products, Dept. TFH, P.O. Box 5068, Martinsville, VA, 24115; 800) 528-1290 or online at www.gilafilms.com.
Installing this film on double-pane, insulated windows
will void the manufacturer’s warranty. If you’re not concerned
about the warranty and the glass cracks after you install the film, a window
repair specialist can replace the old thermal unit with a low-visibility unit.
But expect to pay $150 or more to have the double-pane glass replaced in a
small bathroom window.
