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So Many Different Ways To Use Stained Glass Window Film
Filed Under (Window Treatments) by Benjamin Roussey on 31-10-2010
Tagged Under : blinds and curtains, Decorating, design, Home, home improvement, interior decorating, interior design, kitchen and bath, products, window film, window treatment, window treatments
While it is true that stained glass window film makes your windows look great, there are other uses for the decorative film as well. Of course, a little practice using it does go a long way. First time users need to actually read the directions. It helps, really it does.
Cleaning the window very carefully can mean the difference between a window that seems very realistic and one that looks like a bad dream. Using commercial cleaners can work, but so does using a drop of liquid soap in a gallon of water. The solution does not streak and will squeegee off quickly. A razor blade or scraper can be helpful to remove any paint or other accumulated dirt around the frame. A dry lint free towel makes sure there is no dust to get under the film.
Regardless of what you want to put the film on, cleaning it will make the application easier and more successful. Both sides of any transparent item need to be cleaned. Even with the film covering the surface, your eye will note any imperfections caused by dirt and dust on either side.
The sort of pattern you are using will make a big difference on how you place the film. Most have a clear up down and right left orientation. It can save you some irritation if you check the window to see if it is square.
Use a measuring tape and stretch it between the top and bottom corners diagonally. Note the length. Do the same on the other corner so that you have made an X. Both length need to be the same. If they are not, then the window is not square. If the window is not square, there are some ways to improve the appearance.
You cannot just put the film on and hope it will look okay. It will either show a clean gap on one side or dip dramatically. So, grab a level and place the film so that it is even with the level and has overlap on the sides. Now you can trim the excess and the glass pattern will be straight. Nothing is more irritating than a crooked painting or stained glass window.
Using the film for places other than windows and entry doors can be a fun way to add a decorative touch. Glass cabinet doors, glass table tops, mirrors, shower doors and enclosures, skylights, and more can be given a stained glass treatment. There are about as many uses for the film as there are surfaces to put it on.
Stained glass window film makes your windows look exquisite while providing much-needed privacy. More info on adhesive free faux stained glass window film and other decorative window film.