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Privacy Window Using Contact Paper


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December 12, 2012

I decided that I didn't want to use curtains on our bathroom window so I was trying to find an alternative. I looked at the window films that they sell and didn't like how expensive they were.

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April 26, 2018

I just read a question regarding 'Removing Old Contact Paper from Windows'. While I don't have an answer, the article caused me to have a question of my own.Is This Contact Paper? Contact paper design on a window

 

In the picture, the window appears to be frosted glass. Am I to understand the glass is not frosted and that the frosted effect is a result of contact paper used on the window?

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It may be obvious that this is true, but I am asking because I was not aware that such a type of contact paper for windows existed.

Are there other TF members who have had experience with this paper? How easy is it to apply? How realistic does it appear? Is it non yellowing?

I'm asking all these questions because I very much like the effect shown in the picture and can think of several places I would like to use the paper.

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April 26, 20180 found this helpful

They do have contact paper like this. I'm not sure if this window has it. You would have to look in the corner and try to peel it back to know for sure.

 

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April 26, 20180 found this helpful

i do not know if you saw the picture on the Internet or if you saw it in person but contact is just that, "paper" that has a sticky backing and is put on whatever you wish to cover. But contact paper comes in many different colors and designs as well as clear and plain. Maybe the nicest thing about contact paper is the low cost and that it is sold in so many stores.

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April 27, 20180 found this helpful

Here is a similar craft that we have posted, using Contact paper.

www.thriftyfun.com/Privacy-Window-Using-Contact-Paper...

I have a different sort of cover on my garage door window, using a translucent window film.

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This type is not sticky but adheres with water. That sample you showed could be either type.

 

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April 29, 20180 found this helpful

Contact paper will loose its sticky and will turn yellow over time, especially if exposed to sunlight over long periods. You could have real frosted glass, or there are kits that you can buy to frost or etch your own glass.

 

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May 31, 20180 found this helpful

for what it's worth i am not sure the above pic IS contact paper, it looks too 'perfect'

things like contact paper are devilishly hard to get right because of the inevitable air bubble and wrinkles that can occure when you apply it. If the above is contact paper it was probably done by a pro and the question to ask would be are you willing to live with the results if the whole thing goes pear shaped?

 
September 2, 20181 found this helpful

I did this to my sidelight and it was perfect. I just removed it to change pattern and no issues. Fun, easy and inexpensive I cut shapes with my Cricut.

 
September 2, 20180 found this helpful

I live in Arizona and applied this to my front sidelight. Never yellowed or peeled ( on 2 years )

 
November 9, 20200 found this helpful

The clear does not go on frosted I can assure you. Its netter to find a roll of your preferred design and apply. Find a good source.

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I paid 20.00 for one from Walmart., bubbles wouldnt come out. Cheap, find good quality. It doesnt have to be thick

 
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January 9, 2013

This video shows you an inexpensive way to make a window more private by using contact paper.

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