abbitgoo Self-Adhesive Frosted Glass Window Film Opaque Privacy Film Anti-UV Static for Office or Home Matt 44.5 x 200 cm White
Brighten up your home with rabbitgoo Matte White Privacy Window Film: Nice privacy protection blurs unwanted views, simple matte white decorates your place, static cling to the surface without glue for extra safety and convenience, simple peel-and-stick installation, easy to remove and re-apply for multiple times.
Why us:
- Top Privacy Protection Level: it’s nice to feel safe at your own place
- User-Friendly: Hassle free peel-stick application in a breeze, easy removal leaving no damage or residue
- Glue Free: Simply use soapy water to install, no toxic glue required
- Reusable: Premium PVC material offers extra durability, can be re-positioned and reused repeatedly
- UV Protection: Say goodbye to 96% of UV rays that may hurt your skin
- Energy Saving: Control your energy costs by reducing the hot spots in summer and retaining the heat in winter
Package Included: 1 x rabbitgoo Privacy Window Film Roll
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Totally Reusable, Fantastic Eco ChoiceRemovable glass sticker leaves no residue on the glass. You can re-position reuse it after years, ideal for rental places! | Enjoy More Comfortable LightThis window privacy covering will diffuse direct sunlight to prevents glares, so that you can work, study, and play under softened sunshine. | Decorate Wherever You WantUse your frosting window cling in your living room, kitchen, office etc. Stick it to your sliding doors, kitchen cabinets, mirrors, and much more! |
User Instructions: Clean the Surface and Get the Needed Film
1. Clean the window thoroughly. Make sure it is smooth and clean without any dust
2. Measure the window and trim the film to the required size. Leave an extra 1-2cm margin on each side for an easy adjustment. Please trim it carefully with your sharp knife cutter for it would tear if you use too much force.
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| Privacy level | 3 Stars | 4 Stars | 4 Stars | 4 Stars |
| Glue Free? | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | 3D window film which has more aesthetic effect than a frosted film. It usually be used to decorate your home and makes it more beautiful. When there is sunshine or light on it, it will show a primatic effect with rainbow-like colors. | This window film is stripe-patterned and can decorate your home perfectly. With the great privacy protection, it can blur figures inside and give you a private room. | As an alternative to net curtains, to enhance a period property or just as a decorative treatment for your windows and doors. | The special design with bamboo leaves and shoots makes a Zen decor for your living place |
| Weight: | 222 Grams |
| Dimensions: | 200 x 44.5 x 0.01 cm; 222 Grams |
| Model: | A023-45B |
| Pack Quantity: | 1 |
| Batteries Required: | No |
| Quantity: | 1 |
Great but air bubbles appear later on...
Installation was a dream, really easy to do with a Stanley knife, credit card and spray bottle with water and washing up liquid. I made sure all air bubbles were removed and the effect is great but what I did notice is air bubbles appearing a couple of days later… it must retract in the cold somewhat and raise up to allow the bubbles. It can only really be seen in certain light but still, it’s a frustration. At least I can peel it off with no issue and reapply those areas.
Decent produc
Pretty easy to fit if you know basic DIY, you just need a sharp blade along with lots of soapy water, easy to get air bubbles out but some may return after a few days depends on the glass, easy to remove if needed with no mess.
First try - really pleased!!
This is the first time I’ve tried frosted window film. I spent no more than an hour part-covering 2 frames of secondary glazing behind a cottage sash window. Most of the time was the prep.
I used a wipeable pen, measure tape, water spray, paper wipes, store card, metal ruler, hobby knife and cutting mat – I had all these things at home already.
The most difficult part was all the work that went into the first window as I was constantly worried I’d get something wrong.
My secondary glazing windows are “new” and sit behind old cottage panes.
I was able to line the very straight sides up with the new window edge and get a total match. If I was working on the old window panes, I’d really have to use a paint scraper to do lots of prep to ensure the best and sharpest edge to push the film up against. Corners are the most difficult bit as I ideally they need to be sharp angles for the best finish. I used the pen from my magnetic fridge memo to put dots on the window to make sure I had a straight line and matched both panes at the top where I left clear glass.
The store card smoothed out all the bubbles, I used lots of water spray. The hobby knife and metal ruler were used before on the cutting mat and after to make sure all the edges lined up within the frame.
I really am pleased with the result and would recommend.
Does the job well !
Got it next day, it was very easy to install. I would advise reading instructions first, I thought I would just peel of the tape and it’d be sticky but that wasn’t the case you had to add a bit of water, which I think makes it much more better ! As it’s easier to stick on and last much longer than the already sticky ones you have to peel, it’s lasted a very long time even though I’ve been using it under a month or so. I would highly recommend, it does its job, cheap and cheerful
Easy to apply and 100% blackou
I work nights and sleep during the day, so was looking for a solution to keep the bedroom dark. I find blackout blinds still let a lot of light in around the edges, but this amazing window film let’s no light in at all! Really easy to apply – watch a few YouTube videos before you attempt this. I did both window panes in the photo in about 1 hour. The hardest part is cutting the edges – I tried a new blade in my Stanley knife but it was still not sharp enough. Next time I will buy a scalpel! I was worried about bodging it up and getting loads of air bubbles but this window film is very high quality and it it was easy to squeeze out the bubbles. Highly recommended. I have used cheaper film from ebay and it was a nightmare to apply, so for the sake of a few extra quid, buy some rabbitgoo!
Works grea
Pros:
Looks great
If done properly will hold great as well
Was more or less easy to apply (more precise you want to be, harder it gets especially if you are perfectionist)
It cuts easy as well
Cons:
If you have bigger windows, the biggest size, you use it once and you got useless pieces left
It was hard to cut the corners on it as it piled up even with new blade for box cutter
Around the edges it already made small bubbles but it still holds – only some places has these imperfections and always only at the edge
Very opaque
This was a bit daunting to unwrap and then try to measure and cut to size on my dining table but I measured each window several times and wrote the measurements down for each before I started cutting.
The hardest part was actually separating the film from the backing sheet but I found that if you hold It just below one corner then using just one finger gently flick the corner towards you a few times the backing starts to lift away on its own and you can then peel it away.
I’m delighted with the effect as following the removal of a very large tree at the back of the house, suddenly my windows were more exposed to the neighbours behind and the existing glass in my bathroom window wasn’t quite as private as I’d hoped. The finished effect is very opaque.
Easy to use with an excellent level of privacy
I bought this film after we had the top windows changed to clear in our conservatory. Not realising that we should have gone for a pattern or frosted finish as our neighbour’s could now see in.
I bought the frosted, which does give an excellent level of privacy. In fact if the truth be told it is a bit too frosted for my needs but would suit a bathroom or an area where a high level of privacy is wanted or needed. This was my fault, not the products.
It was very easy to install. Read the instructions and make sure the window is clean, if you don’t you’ll see the imperfections. If you don’t mind that don’t clean it properly.
I used plenty of water which worked well, next time I might not use so much but it worked. Have a sharp blade, a good metal straight edge and if you have it a plastic flat bladed tool like used in vinyl wrapping. I bought mine of Amazon.
All in all I would recommend this film because if you follow a few simple steps and have a couple of basic tools anyone can fit this.
arrived quickly and gives so much privacy while not blocking out any light!
Arrived next day, packaging was slightly over the top which made me think i got all the measurements wrong, the instructions were right in the middle of the roll (but this was clearly stated on the box) I managed to put it up myself with ease in minutes (it is really easy!) And the product itself has done the job I needed it to! My shower is right next to my window and I was worried people could see in. This is perfect! Seems secure and blocks everything except the light!
Better than expected!
Much better than expected – being totally honest, I was a bit dubious about how good these would be. I was pleasantly surprised and really happy with how the windows have turned out. They’ve not been on long enough to ascertain what they will be like in the long term but for the price, you can’t grumble.
It does say in the instructions to use a craft/Stanley knife to trim the sheets down once on the window – id avoid doing this as they just slide all over the place with the moisture. I cut them to size using fabric scissors before applying them to the windows. Use a spray bottle with a bit of water & washing up liquid in and generously spray the window before applying the sheets of frosted vinyl.
I then used a squeegee from the shower to remove the excess solution from behind the vinyl.
It has completely privatised our bay window, which normally people can walk past and peer straight through. Would recommend!
Easy to install and sticks well
This was super easy to install. The hardest part was cleaning the window before I started.
It blocks most of the sunlight coming in but i was hoping to still see through the window.
If you want something which will block people seeing in or out but still want some light then this is the ticket.
Easy to fit. Very pleased with the finish.
My room is at the front of the house and exposed to a busy road.
Tools required: Stanley knife, measuring tape, any plastic card (loyalty, bank), spray bottle with water and shammy cloth.
1. Clean the windows thoroughly, make sure they are dry and dust/dirt free.
2. Measure and cut leaving 1-2cmon all sides.
3. Spray the whole window with water, the more the better.
4. Peel the protective film and spray water on the sticky side.
5. Apply and position to window.
6. Work from the middle to the sides to squeeze excess water and remove bubbles.
7. Leave to dry for a 4-5 hours.
8. Cut the excess film and wipe the remaining water.
I ordered the 90x200cm sheet and got all 3 bottom windows covered with some left over. I am so pleased with the finish. I wish I had done it sooner. It lets in huge amounts of light and you can not see anything from the outside in, complete privacy and still a bright room.
Good, bit tricky
It is fab stuff, sticks well and does the job of obscuring.
The only downside is the installation and cutting it close to the edge of the window is so difficult to do that I have ended up slightly tearing it and results in a small gap between it and the end of the frame. If you don’t cut it too short and it laps over the glass seal then it will not stick fully and will create a bubble.
I shouldn’t fault the product as it is the installation part that I have failed at more than anything, but all the same…
Only needed one sheet as the door only had small window pain. Blocks out any views and nice pattern. Top tip: the main sheet has the tape already on it to tear away the cling film. If your cutting small pieces get. 2 pieces of some strong tape. E.g masking tape. Stuck in both sides and pull apart. The cling film will com off after a few goes.
Purchased to give new look to old wardrobe and easy to apply, use more that less soapy spray to ease application.
One of my films has a darker shade on one patch visible from any angle but have contacted seller for advice/replacement otherwise great look.
Replacement received and all looking grea
Great frosting effec
Not tried to remove yet but there are bubbles forming behind the film. Other than that it gives very good frosting effect and it is possible there is a very slight wave in our glass or moisture getting in as it’s been very wet weather.
This is great stuff. I live on a main street and I was sick of people looking in my window. So I thought I would try this. As the photo shows it blocks out all the window but not the light. It’s easy to put on and remove. It’s so good I’ve used it on all my downstairs windows.
Stands the test of time
I first used the Rabbitgoo window film last year for the middle pane of my front bedroom window in order to get a little privacy without the need for blinds, and to have the option of opening my curtains all the way. A year later and they are still up. The adhesion is very good. The last pictures I put up are of a floral film I put up last year as my window looked right into my next door neighbour house. We wanted to keep the light but offer both some privacy. While I wouldn’t put it on all windows it is a lovely design and the rainbows it creates in the afternoon always cheers me up. The frosted film I have used for the front of the house offers great privacy while letting in a lot of light. I have now added film to the additional side windows and to my small bedroom as that is now an office. It also helps to diminish the glare from the super bright sunshine which is glaring in the AM.
My only note is make sure to measure all windows and be careful when cutting your pieces. When ordering I did not realise that one of the bedrooms in the small bedroom was bigger than the other. As you can see in the 3rd picture I have a gap And didn’t have enough film left to cover as I was being stingy. (What a doughnut!). It doesn’t bother me luckily as I can cover it with the curtain slightly, but do please check before you decide which sizes to buy. Make sure you have extra just in case. Don’t be stingy with this one!
Luckily you can also see, through my mistake, how good the privacy aspect of the film works as you can see nothing through the film. Just watch out when you’ve got your light on at night. I knocked one star off for easy to install. I did it myself so it’s not that hard but it can be a bit of a faff. Just make sure to get your measurements right, soak your windows so the film can be manipulated (use a spray bottle as you go), and remember to breathe, go slowly, and that you can always start over.
You will need some patience..
The end result with this film is quite good. Opacity is not bad either.. It does not have any adhesive so it’s easy to remove.. The downside is the removal of the backing film.. You will need a lot of patience, great eyesight and a very sharp blade to separate the film from the backing. Unlike many of the better films there is no easy way of separating the backing.. Frustrating if you have a lot of windows..
I have used quite a few films over the years and although this does the job I would only use in in a craft capacity or an area that does not need to be touched too often.. . In my opinion it’s not robust enough to use it on a door or in a bathroom..
Doesn't smell like rabbitgoo lol
I was a bit sceptical about this products ability to stick to my window without any glue etc but the water method actually works. I got the black one which looks kinda brown when the sun shines on it but i must say that it does a good job of blocking out the sun. It was a bit hard cutting the perfect square but it is better if you give yourself a little extra so that you don’t have cracks of light shining through. After two years the edges start to unstick but with a bit of water solves that.
Applied this to the windows of a front lounge that was being used as a bedroom. Found it to be pretty straight forward and simple. The fact that its water based application means you can reposition if you need to.
Provides good level of privacy even when the lights are on in the room and it’s night time outside. Definitely recommend.
I was a bit skeptical about installing this myself after reading some reviews on of people struggling and taking long times to put up.
BUT I took the advise which suggested putting MORE soapy water than less. I had my carpet knife which made it easy to make the cuts.
Very happy with the outcome and very impressed with how well it stays on. Lovely bright room now! Thanks!
Really nice but wish I had stuck to the more patterened ones
Love how easy the Rabbitgoo films are to put up and have the pebble pattern on my front door which I really really like. Needed a film for the garage windows and something a bit more subtle so chose the frosted and it is near impossible to get every mark and bubble mark out from underneath. From a distance it looks really good but up close you can see lots of little blobs under the film even though they have been wiped over and over and there is no water left. Definitely not bad enough to take down but it’s not the same as one that actually sticks to the window with adhesive.
We wan’t to take down the curtains in the joint kitchen/dinner and have more privacy and light.
We have used similar products around the House and have been transformative.
As usual lots of water on the cleaned window and lots on the sheet (after peeling the backing off). From experience if you let it start to dry out its a sod to move about. So keep spritzing!
The only thing I was disappointed with, other brands have had grids on the back to ensure you cut straight, not everyone has an big arse metal ruler and knife at home.
Overall, it looks great , I’ve included a picture from the afternoon and evening.
Good produc
Nice frosty film, does the job and looks nice. Only thing I struggled with was cutting it in a straight line – it would be good to have a guidelines grid on the back side of it to help with the cutting. Overall, I’m pleased with the product.
I’m so pleased with this product! I bought these to add a bit of privacy to my ground floor flat. My living room has a huge bay window and needed 5 of the window films in total. I found them pretty easy to fit, taking around 15 minutes per window pane. I cut each panel slightly bigger than needed and then once attached to the window I just cut around the edges with a scalpel to remove the excess. I then used a plastic ruler with a cloth wrapped around to push all the air bubbles and water out. I’ve seen a few reviews saying they don’t stick to the windows properly and peel off quite quickly but I can’t say I’ve had this experience whatsoever.
They do their job perfectly and now I have total privacy in my living room with lots of natural light coming in.
I’ve had them up just over a week and they’ve stayed in place really well and there’s no sign of them peeling away anywhere. The only thing I’ve noticed is at night some tiny air bubbles appear on a couple of the windows, but I think this is just due to temperature change as by the morning the bubbles are 100% gone.
I’m so impressed with these films, I’ve just bought 2 more so I can do my bedroom windows now! 🙂
Two Person Job
Works well, we cut the piece to fit the window exactly and one person had to hold it in place. Depending on how large your window is I don’t believe one person can install this on their own. One piece was left with a lot of bubble marks but we don’t mind as it does the job of creating privacy in our bathroom. I wouldn’t recommend this if you are living alone and have a large window. Would work much better for smaller windows.
Worked well. Easy enough to install. Would recommend
Used on windows that overlook my neighbours property and I must say, it’s worked really well!
Didnt realise the instructions were folded into the roll of film itself so I checked YouTube how to install before I read them. The YouTube video was helpful enough.
One of the windows has a few small air bubbles because it was behind the kitchen sink and tricky to install because of the window’s position but overall, I’m impressed.
I cant attest to how easy it is to remove as I haven’t tried (and don’t intend to for the foreseeable future) but it was pretty easy to peel off and reposition while installing.
It’s been in place roughly a week now and no issues as yet, so fingers crossed it holds up well.
Also, just thought I’d mention that the package arrived in good condition. I’d read a few reviews that it had arrived creased but fortunately this wasn’t the case for me.
Would definitely buy again & have already recommended to others.
great product, but not easy to install
The installation requires diligence and practise and it takes several attempts before one gets it right and it still may not look perfect… So be warned if you’re not got with DIY stuff. It is otherwise a great product. It sticks surprisingly well and is quite easy to clean and much better than curtains and blinders that will always act as dust catchers. It also diffuses much of the light without reflecting it back, allowing much of it to get into the rooms. So when looking at it from the outside does one not notice it immediately like one notices curtains and blinders, and it doesn’t block incoming light, which is great for keeping the electricity bill down.
Does the job
I bought this product based on the many good reviews. It was a bit fiddly to apply and I’ve since noticed some areas where the film has come away from the edges, but to be fair, the price was very reasonable and if I’d had wanted a totally professional job done, I would have had to pay someone a heck of a lot more to do it. I’m not sure if it’ll stay up long term but overall, a good buy.
Very adhesive, but slightly rough in texture
Got this to cover a bathroom window as the blind got broken and this was a much cheaper alternative,
The film is very easy to apply, but unfortunately the texture wasn’t smooth enough so had to return,
Would still recommend it,
4/5
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Bought this for our lounge as our main window overlooks the road and a cut through – lots of passing walkers and cyclists constantly throughout the day means we always kept the blinds down for privacy.
This privacy film is perfect!! Easy to cut, super easy to install (and remove if you get it wrong!) no wrinkles or bubbles at all and fixes firmly once water is dry. Ours were like making pancakes – each window application got better as we went along so ended up re-doing the first but so quick to do. Looks fab and means we can have our blinds open and let in all the lovely sunshine! Purchased a second role to do the panels of a glazed door.
I have an eighteen month old child who has a bedroom that is east-facing. This is not too bad at the end of the day when he goes to bed for the night but early mornings and nap times can be a real pain! The light floods into his bedroom and it disturbs his sleep.
I had bought a nursery specific black-out blind which was ok but it had suckers around the edges and therefore the light could easily get in around those areas, especially as the suckers kept the blind about 3cm away from the window.
So…I made a decision to buy the Rabbitgoo Matte Blackout Privacy Window Film and I am OVERJOYED with my decision. It doesn’t matter what the time of day is or how hot it is outside, the film not only blocks out ALL of the light but it also reflects the heat.
To say I was completely satisfied is an understatement. This product is brilliant and I would highly recommend it to anyone.
Great product, although much more opaque than I thought!
Pro’s
– Arrived well packaged, with instructions & a QR code link to an instructional video.
– Seems to be of a good quality, & so far is doing a good job!
Con’s
– Not so much a con than a comment: The film is much more opaque than I thought. I would have preferred it to be a more see through than it is.
My partner says she feels like it’s now more of a wall than a window.
I like the privacy we have now though
This was much better than I expected. I watched the linked video (QR code on box) and it seemed pretty straightforward. I then got a nice sharp craft knife and set to work. I was initially sceptical that the soapy water installation method would work, but 10 minutes later I had a really professional finish that exceeed my expectations. It’s definitely worth getting a helping hand to peel the backing film off and spray the remaining film for you, but it’s an easy job to get the kids involved with.
The sunlight coming through the film is nicely filtered and the privacy it provides is excellent. The film is thick enough to stick well yet provide a very flat finish and getting all the air bubbles out during installation was easy. As the alternative was new double glazed panels with privacy glass, I’m very impressed with this for the price.
Exactly what I wanted
On a preglazed door between my kitchen and utility room this was perfect to retro fit. The film is easy to cut to size and apply. I measured accurately and pre-cut the panels rather than keeping an overlap and cutting away the surplus when in place. Although this is recommended in the instructions I thought it would be fiddly, could tear or dislodge the film and possibly scratch the glass or paint on the door. By the way the instructions are rolled up inside the roll of film rather than printed on the interior of the box. Once fitted the film obscures what’s on the other side well but lets in plenty of light. If it’s not possible or affordable to fit obscured glass this is a good alternative.
Excellent quality film produces brilliant results
So armed with a bottle of washing up liquid in a bottle, and a scraper from Poundland (they do three sizes for a quid… highly recommend) I thought this would be a horrible job. The hardest part was removing the backing film from the actual plastic, but some highly sticky piece of adhesive tape was supplied, making it easier.
A generous amount of water/washing up liquid was applied to the window, and I was scared the plastic film would stick to itself and be unusable, like when you stick a ‘documents enclosed’ envelope to a package, but because the film isn’t actually sticky or adhesive, it was painless – in fact the plastic film could easily be moved around the window and positioned accurately.
This is where the ‘perfect planning’ comes in, as it helps to get the measurements right. Make sure the film is the right size (or slightly over) before starting.
I’ve attached a picture of three panes I needed covering, with the top pane on the right just to do – the larger two panes done in around ten minutes.
I’d highly recommend a scraper from Poundland. In fact, these have been useful for several DIY jobs around the house, and scraping nasty things off the rabbit litter trays. They made an easy job of ‘squeeging’ the water from the film and removing any bubbles. I was worried the plastic film would be quite thin, and rip or the metal scraper would tear the film, but its surprisingly thick. This is decent quality film.
Overall, I’m impressed with how easy this was and how good it looks. Its perfect for what I wanted.
The only downside is the limited number of sizes. Our kitchen door is 55cm, and you either get 45cm wide rolls or 90cm…. so too short or too long. Guess they can’t do every size going, but a 55cm wide door must be quite common… *mini rant over*
But if thats the only thing to moan about, then the product is great.
This stuff is brilliant does exactly as description says..
Very easy to cut to size and very easy to apply and is 100 percent light blocking..
Well worth the purchase and I totally recommend.
I really like the way this looks. It was easy to put on. It’s also easy to remove and leave no marks. Fantastic for home use or office. Especially good if you rent office space and may need to remove it later.
Good
This was easy to install and looks good once dry. The online video and instructions (hidden rolled up in the roll of film that you don’t see it until you have already installed some ) were Ok but if you are working with small areas then cutting to size is possibly better than post-install trimming with a knife.
This is incredible!! We bought when we had new windows fitted and a clear pane fitted in error. We put this on waiting for the obscure glass. It was very easy to use and stuck well. You could not tell it was not genuine obscure glass. We now have the obscure pane fitted and to be honest doesn’t look or obscure better than the adhesive. We’re actually thinking of putting more of the adhesive one back on this!
I did half the cupboard by cutting as I was applying and half by cutting to size first. It’s much neater if you cut to size before applying. Less air bubbles and less stress. Very happy with the results but now need to replace the ugly side!
Really effective product to make plain glass opaque.
A tricky product to fit and you need to have all your tools set up before you start. Watch the video also before you start it is really helpful. Don’t recommend drinking alcohol before you start as you need your wits about you. However the finished job is brilliant and unfortunately I can’t see into the bedroom !
Very good product.
Make sure you get all the bubbles out with a squeegee and it looks great.
The neighbours have asked me which company I used to have the film installed, they were surprised it was a d.I. y. Job!
I needed some privacy glass in the bathroom of our new house but new frosted glass would cost over 200 so I thought I’d try this as a cheaper temporary alternative. I’m glad that I did, for 8.59 it was money well spent. Invest in a good snap off craft knift and use plenty of soapy water. I used a filler spreader to push it into the corners to get the air out but a bank card would do the job.
No idea how long it will last yet but if I get a year out of it I’ll be happy!
have a really sharp knife
This stuff is very easy to apply to the glass but I found it a bit of a pain to trim neatly to size. I used a brand new stanley knife blade but this material is quite tough and this brand new blade did not glide easily through the material – maybe a scalpel type blade would be better or a razor blade.
Great stuff, have used to make the windows on our front door more private. It stops people from seeing in which is great. We’re in rented accommodation so it had to be removable! It just peels off when you need to remove it, as there isn’t any glue sticking it to the window.
Installation was easy enough, I gave it 4 stars for that just cause it’s quite fiddly, but there isn’t an easier to install alternative so that’s fine.
Definitely would buy again, great value for money.
Finally I can open my curtains and have privacy!
This was very easy to install, looks great once it is up and didn’t take a lot of time to do. I have decreased by 1* because when it arrived, one of the rolls had a corner that was squished and now it is up that corner does not stick. I have OCD so although its a small corner that is ruined (around an inch), it bothers me that all of the rest is so neat and this one corner curls. It is a shame as it would have been perfect but for the delivery of the squished box. Would buy again though, it was only due to time constraints that I couldn’t return this one for a non-squished perfect product.
Absolutely brilliant – I used it on a garden shed as a privacy film – it lets light in but is 100% private.
Simply use soapy water on the glass ( I used an old flash spray bottle). I cut to size with an approximate 1/2 inch overlay all round. I then used a sharp stanley knife to cut off excess. I also used a car ice scraper to smooth out any bubbles.
Quick & easy to apply - privacy and peace!
I rarely leave reviews unless I’m extra impressed, which I am today! I’m so bad at putting on phone screen protectors and assumed this would just be a huge version of that ordeal, but this was so easy.
I’m 9 months pregnant and put this up in about 20 minutes with my husband so that I don’t have to sit in darkness whenever the neighbours gather outside and set the dog off (who is the nosiest neighbour of all!) and it means I’ll be able to feed my baby in privacy whilst still letting the light in!
We got the larger size and it was enough for all 3 windows, so for just over 16 we’ve solved a major inconvenience in the home.
Just wish we’d bought it earlier!
I live on a ground floor flat with a shared back garden, so this was just so I could keep my blinds open for natural day light and still have some privacy. It works perfectly. I was worried that people would still be able to see through the frosted glass but all they can see are very blurred shadows.
I have never installed anything like this before, except screen covers on my phone (that I really can’t do well), so I was a little concerned that I was going to make a mess of it. But it was really easy to install, just make sure you cut it to the right size and use a lot of water!
I haven’t tried taking it off yet but based on others reviews that seems to be easy too!
Goodgoo but packs don’t match
Really opaque film so gives a good deal of privacy. Make sure you get a decent vinyl kits with proper squidgees and sharp knife as it makes all the difference! I used in flat and textured glass without a problem. Easy to remove as there’s no glue. If you find it’s not sticking it’ll just be because the water spray has evaporated so just spray the surface again. My main problem was separating the backing film from the product – that was a bit of a nightmare! I ordered a second pack to do the last bits and noticed that this pack had instructions included as a printed leaflet, where the previous product had instructions printed inside the box – this wasn’t the only difference however – when I applied the last door panel, it was noticeably different in opaqueness, colour and finish. Bit of a shame as overall the product was very good.
Well packed and goes on really well, even when sticking to slightly patterned / distorted glass.
I wasn’t expecting a perfect job as it’s not flat glass but I’m really impressed. Garage door windows now don’t show what’s inside when I’m working inside with lights on in the evening
I recently moved into a property with my partner that over looks a street and so we have been keeping the curtains closed all day and night because we don’t want people gorking into our home! I bought this product to remedy that and it has worked out so well.
It’s worth the money to buy the kit that is made for applying this film to the window, it’s cheap and you get a lot for it and in my opinion to get a perfect fit and finish with not bubbles, you really need it. The link is here https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07P6ZHZ5J/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
It lets in a huge amount of light and you can not see anything from the outside in, complete privacy and still a bright room! Great product and easy to install and remove if you need to realign the film again.
I worried that the film would stick to itself, me and everything else but it is not sticky, when you peel off the protective backing it has a smooth side that is applied to the window.
I cut it to size with a craft knife and wet the window with the sponge side of a car windscreen squeegee. Apply the film and move it around till you are happy and then – this is the trick – use the squeegee to push all the bubbles and surplus water out. I only discovered this after lots of faffing around trying to push the bubbles out by hand using a cloth, but the film is much tougher than I thought so the squeegee doesn’t scratch or tear it. I took the film off each of my windows and put them back using the squeegee method in a quarter of the time and much better.
Works perfectly if you follow the instructions scrupulously
I used this for screening out the bottom two-thirds of my new single pane tilt-turn clear bathroom window so I can have privacy and still see outside.
I bought this as a punt because so many reviewers seem to have struggled to get it to adhere perfectly.
I cleaned the window flawlessly and followed the manufacturer’s instructions to the letter.
The installation was very simple and the results perfect.
And yes, it took the time it took (not short) to persistently push out all the moisture to the perimeter with a credit card.
One year on in a room that sometimes gets very steamy the privacy film remains perfect.
But it was easy for me on brand new glass and I am skilled at making stuff work with my hands and I am patient.
However, I can well imagine that on an ancient pane of not smooth Victorian sash window glass, the outcome might have been different.
And I would advise that cleaning and polishing the window glass scrupulously before installation is an important factor.
So I bought this stuff after seeing that some neighbours down the road had all their ground floor windows partially frosted- I thought that looks better than my naff dirty voile curtain I’m gonna do that too!
We live in a ground floor flat with a delightful view of our neighbours car park from our bedroom and in return the neighbours get to see me in my pants. It was either that or I just kept the curtains closed.
I like the light too much so I decided to give this a try.
These let in so much more light than my stupid voile! We decided to keep the top open rather than block out the whole window- I like to see the weather.
I needed a little more than one roll to do this. Mostly cause I messed it up once.
Really easy to do- just make sure you have lots of soapy water on the window and they are super clean.
I had a squeegee to hand so it wasnt too much effort to get the bubbles out. Make sure you have a sharp cutting knife- cutting it can be a bit fiddly and it’s really annoying if you ruck it up instead of cut.
As for durability these have been up for a few days and are doing great. A couple of little air bubbles in the corner as they dried appeared but nothing that ruins the look or adhesion.
I’m interested to see how they do in the long run and how theyll hold up in the winter when condensation hits the windows.
If I remember I’ll update this.
Overall I think for the price and the clean tidy look they give they were well worth it!
UPDATE 26/02/2021:
Still up and doing the job! Bloody good purchace! Tempted to do my front windows too.
Really easy to use
My kitchen window has a public footpath in front of it, I’ve always just flicked the bottom of my Venetion blinds for privacy. I wanted something other than a Venetion blind for my window so I needed some privacy film. I received my order the next day,I followed the instructions but I couldn’t separate the backing so went on you tube for a way to do it. If you put sellotape on both sides of the film and pulling apart it worked like a dream. From start to finish It only took me 15 minutes on my own, The depth was perfect height and my window is 36″ wide I cut the film to exactly 36″ so I didn’t need to trim anything. I’m going to do the two glass panels on my front door next.
created privacy glass where we needed i
We had new doors installed in the house, with glass at the top and to match we added the same door to the downstairs shower room but you could see through! So I bought this and wondered how well it would work. Yes there is some measuring involved and I recommend you have a loyalty card type thing near by as it will help with the adhesion process. What makes this so much easier to install than something with a sticky back is that you wet the area you are applying it to and then you have the chance to move the film around and ensure you’re happy with the fit. You can’t do that with an adhesive based backing paper. I would definitely use it again because now the windows are totally private but still light.
Needed to block out a neighbour facing window to ensure privacy upstairs. I looked a several options, spray, custom cut vinyl etc but this was by far the cheapest. A little work to install, you need a sharp knife, 10-15 minutes and a healthy dose of patience. Going too far WILL result in torn or ragged edges, but go easy and it looks great.
More than enough in the smallest size for us to do one full window (top and bottom glass) with spare.
Can’t fault the product at all, clear instructions, good quality and excellent price. Just make sure you take your time to install it!
Couldn’t be more impressed. I installed this on two windows on my own without any issues. It’s not like a phone screen protector where you get one shot to get it right, you can peel it off and try as many times as you need. A rubber spatula was perfect for the job. I recommend the tutorial video linked in the QR code on the box.
For the price and as a fix, you can’t go wrong
I bought this in January and it’s taken me this long to fit it. Mostly that’s because I was worried about fitting it properly after reading the reviews. I now know I didn’t need to worry.
I bought for a lounge window (bottom pane) to give privacy as I hate having the voile curtains shut all the time. We have parking out the front and the main thoroughfare, so sat in the lounge, with low windows, means you can feel exposed. This stuff has solved the problem.
Alright it’s not perfect but you only see that close up. I got all the air bubbles out but the edges, up close, have bubbled up. They aren’t falling off though and it’s only because I like things to be super neat that it bothers me.
Easy to cut, saturated the windows with water and sprayed again after fitting, before removing the bubbles. Even if I had to do it again in a few years, it’s still cheaper than replacing the window panes 🙂 thanks rabbitgoo.
Good blackout but too small.
This is the best blackout product I’ve found – miles better than blackout curtains or blinds. It doesn’t give 100% blackout though. Although no light passes through the film, the biggest size available was still too small to cover my bedroom window pane in one piece, and my window isn’t unusually big (95x112cm). I had to use 2 pieces. At first I tried abutting 2 pre-cut edges but this resulted in an obvious line of light along the join. Then I tried overlapping the 2 pieces – the film doesn’t adhere to itself, so there is still a narrow line of light visible at the join, though less so than before. For the same reason, the film needs to overlap the rubber seal that goes around the edges of the window pane, but because the rubber seal is slightly curved the film can’t sit flat at each corner so there is a small amount of light visible at each corner. This isn’t the fault of the product, and once I close my blackout curtains I’m not aware of any light coming through the window pane even after my eyes have acclimatised to the dark, but it’s something to be aware of if you don’t have curtains or if you need 100% blackout. You could probably resolve this with gaffer tape, if you don’t need your window to look pretty.
It was slightly tricky to apply the film to the window. I used a sponge to apply the soapy water rather than a spray bottle, which worked fine, and a squeegee to get rid of the air bubbles. I thought I had done a good job until the next day when I saw the window from the outside and it was covered in a lot of very visible air bubbles (my window is on the 3rd floor and I could see it from ground level on the other side of the street). Even with the ceiling light on, the room had been too dim for me to see the bubbles from inside. I tried to squeegee them out but couldn’t. It doesn’t bother me enough that I want to take the film off and re-apply it, but it’s probably a good idea to have someone help you apply it and to look at it from the outside before you finish.
I have some clear glass georgian windows in my garage door and just wanted to create some privacy and not loose too much light. A friend of mine used this stuff in his house and I like what I say. You need very sharp knife, straight edge to cut and a suitable surface to cut on – if you have all that and take your time measuring carefully the windows you are covering as well as following the instructions its works perfectly. Not a five minute task but is easier and cheaper than re-glazing and theoretically is reusable – provided you are putting on same size or smaller window. recommended and would use again.
Fantastic quality, brilliant privacy - looking forward to a bright home
Finally a great product that let’s me have my blinds up! These were super easy and quick to fit – I think tidying my kitchen took longer. I am very impressed at the level of privacy these provide at night with the lights on (as you can see from the pictures) and hopefully they last a long time! The main reason I got these were because I severely need privacy and nets were just not giving me reassurance at all, which meant I had an open plan flat with 80% of the natural light blocked off permanently with blackout blinds, as it was the only way I could stop any beady eyes staring in. Where I live neighbours, visitors and postal people frequently need to walk mere inches past my front door/kitchen window on a daily basis and often I had found people having a curious peek into my home, which made me very uncomfortable. I find it very off putting having anyone able to look and see both me and my posessions clear as day. From both a personal preferance and a potential theft deterrent, I think these are brilliant, since they’re so frosty people outside cannot see in! Definitely reccomend and will update as necessary with how they do – if its not been updated, then they’re doing good!
Love the product, purchased for 2 reason, my elderly farther has trouble with sun glare on a grade 2 listed house. And I wanted privacy as my kitchen is on a through road and we get lots of passing noseys!
Straight on my dads windows no problem, breaks the sun glare up and he seems overly happy with the final result, and without the huge cost of replcing the glass which becomes very expensive when your talking grade listed buildings.
My home is no longer a free view for passing cars and foot traffic, meaning we can eat a meal without people staring in at us.
Simple to install, instructions were easy to follow, and cheap enough we ordered 2 more rolls to do the whole downstairs for privacy as we don’t loose any light, which we found when we previously used a black out product.
We only installed from bottom of windows to half way up, but it looks professional and like it’s meant to be there. Wish I could add a photo but currently unable to do so.
I would recommend to anyone. (I actually have already to neighbours)
This is great and prefect let’s so much light in and stops people from seeing in. Have used on our 2 front bedroom windows and our front lounge window. Finally have rid of net curtains.
We had a last minute confidential meeting set up and the meeting rooms we are currently using all have ceiling to floor clear glass windows – not ideal for privacy! We were quoted 700 to have the glass shaded which is not ideal for one day so I purchased these 2 days before the meeting and they arrived the day before. It took two of us to put the sheets up and it can be a little bit fiddly (if you’re trying to get it perfectly flat, air bubbles will drive you mad!). It also gave us a powerful static charge which meant anytime we accidentally brushed against each other, we both got static shocks – I think I prefer coffee to wake me up in the mornings, as fun as this was! Ultimately, it was perfect for the job, a temporary way to add some privacy to a room without spending a fortune and when it came to removing them, it was a simple matter of just pulling it away from the glass, no damage and no marks left. Would definitely order again and would recommend it to anyone looking for a quick fix!
Great product, used it to stop a blackbird repeatedly tapping on our windows during spring when it could see its own reflection in the glass and was getting territorial thinking it was competition. Fitted it to the outside of the window – it worked a treat and shows no intention of coming off – even after Storm Frank. Won’t be keeping on the windows for ages – but I recon it would last a good amount of time even if it was. Easy to cut – pair of scissors, no glue – easy to re-position – looks fine, couldn’t ask for more and the Blackbird hasn’t returned lol.
Only put it up today so not sure how long it will last, but it was sooooo incredibly easy to fit. I managed to do it by myself, which is good because I couldn’t drag the husband away from FIFA… had to put frosting on one window as the dog kept trying to dig his way through the net curtains to try get to the neighbours cat that teasingly loved to sit on the wall right outside said window. This was a great cheap and easy fix that has done the job perfectly! And for just 8.59, would definately buy again! Please enjoy the before and after xD
I have purchased this, as in description it says self adhesive… this is misleading as it holds on water and washing liquid which evaporates with time leaving ‘the tape’ in place. 😉
Definitely worth noting, do not cut these to size. It is a wise choice to get a utility knife and cut it on the window. If you don’t have a utility knife, get one. Also on installation you can move it around, so dont worry if you miss the mark. If you are having problems then lift the edge and add more water with washing liquid. Speaking about liquid, some sort of sprinkler will also be handy. Some old credit card or something also does its magic during cutting, seems like a perfect tool to get it right, I used it as a ruler and moved it along the side with the knife (with one slip up, all windows were cut perfectly.
Remember to clean the window thoroughly. Any dust/hair will impact the final effect.
Final tip… be careful where you put it when you take off the protective foil. I messed up on the final window and it seems it caught some dust/fur. 6 out of 7 windows look almost perfect, as with time I noticed tiny air bubbles. These are not visible during day and barely during night.
In general extremely happy with the purchase as I dont need any curtains now. You can always cut out few lines every here and there to have an outside view.
I needed something for my office which is in the converted loft space, as the window view looks down on my neighbours gardens and rooms.
As you can see I covered it halfway (it’s just my view when I’m sitting at my desk) and I’m happy with it as it still lets in natural light.
Dead easy to put up too – just follow the video on YouTube and you won’t go wrong.
This is a great product and good value for money. I was pleasantly surprised at how well it was packaged which meant the roll of film was in perfect condition when delivered. The frosted film provided the perfect balance for me between privacy and letting a decent amount of light in. If you follow the instructions and have the correct tools you will not have a problem fitting the film. If you don’t you will be asking for trouble. I have given durability 5 stars because of the overall quality of the product as it was impossible to gauge the durability having only recently fitted the film.
I moved recently with my family to this house and our living room was completely exposed to street.
It takes some effort to install but results are amazing and it’s worth it.
1. Measure and cut.
2. Spray soapy water onto glass (1 part dishwashing liquid, 10 parts water) and make sure you use a lot of it, you can’t go wrong with more.
3. Apply film and use old credit card (membership card, loyalty…) to push bubbles out.
Done!
Durability wise, 2 months so far, looking good, as the first day I fit it.
Edit 10/01/2020
So it’s been more than a year and no signs of wear, nothing has peeled off, everything looks as new
This is literally idiot proof. Front window street facing is near the high street so had to keep my blinds closed all the time meaning a dark front room. Thought I’d try this as a solution on the lower pains of glass. Let’s a good amount of light through and no more looking loos. My concern was how easy it would be to remove if I changed my mind but to take it off is simple with no residue… Misses is happy, I’m happy cat not so as has lost his tv
I have used a few of these types of films over the years & wanted some more to put over a bathroom window. I couldn’t recall where I had got them before so I ordered this one.
At first I was ready to throw it away & write a scathing review as there are no guidelines on the backing paper to help you cut it straight (doesn’t sound much but was v frustrating) & once I had cut it then peeling the backing off was very tricky (it even said in the instructions that if you couldn’t peel it to get in touch with them so assume is a common issue. However, once I started to apply it to the window it was amazing ! It was the easiest one I have ever used. It went on easily & I could reposition it & with hardly any air bubbles. A quick once over with a squeegy & it was fab! It’s only been up a day but it looks good !
With some guidelines printed on the backing or just a plain backing so you can draw on it would make this 5 stars . However it’s 5 stars for ease of fitting once prep is done!
Ive recently moved into a victorian terrace and the windows are long. People can look in to the lounge and bedroom which i wasnt happy with.
This film is fantastic! Its given me the privacy i need but im also getting the light in.
Very easy to put up (just make sure you cut it about an inch bigger than the window to get the perfect fit) . I also bought the kit to go with it so we had the sprayer, craft knife and spreader all to hand.
Best 15 ive spent as i didnt have the money to replace the double glazed units with obscured glass.
Really good stuff. Arrived very promptly. Super easy to install, make sure window is really clean, go over it with a razor blade to make sure there is no paint spots or stuck on grime on the window, clean window again. Cut film to approx size, spray window with soapy water, peel backing off film, spray back of film, put film on window, squeeze soapy water out with a credit card / driving licence type plastic card, trim film to window size, run card over again, stand back and admire your work.
Will order more for other windows now I know how it looks and how easy it is to apply.
Great at letting through light and preventing the dogs from seeing through
I love that I can peel it off any time and re-use.
I had never put one of these up before and found it easy to do.
You need a squeegee, a spray bottle (to fill with soapy water) and a sharp craft knife or Stanley knife.
This film is quite thick so I found that it made it easier to move it around into place once on the window, and harder to ruin.
I was apprehensive about using opaque film as I still wanted to have the light come through. As this film was going to be used on the bottom half of large front facing bay windows.
Thankfully the film lets in plenty of light, if not the same as it doesn’t without the film.
Thankfully the dogs now bark a lot less, as they can’t see as much through the window.
Pleased I bit the bullet and went for this 🙂
We used this window film to block the view of the street and calm our two very barky dogs. It worked a treat, they no longer stare out the windows from the furniture to bark at passers by. Easy to install, recommend this film to everyone. Looks pretty classy too!
Works perfectly.
We needed to blur out the outdoors so our cat would not make eye contact with other stray cats (it stresses them, apparently!) and we found this perfect.
Don’t rush when applying it because it needs to be perfectly placed on super clean glass windows, and it’s hardly a one man job.
Cheap, quick and easy solution for our problem!
I have a window that overlooks the side of the house next door. I was not happy with my curtain nets so decided to give this product a try…… First of all it was delivered next day!… I have “glazed” the window today and am VERY pleased with the effect. Even though I say it myself, I’ve made a pretty good job of it!. That’s not to say it was straight forward, I found cutting in a straight line took some concentration, I had a ” light bulb” moment and wondered if the makers had thought of putting a grid marked backing so people like me could just follow the lines with the scissors!. Anyway apart from that , the actual fixing and applying to the window was easy. It’s looking good, and it could become addictive, I may want to put it on all my windows!!!.
I’ve placed this product on 4 windows in non-straight forward uses so I’ve got some privacy without completely blocking the light and outside view. The only things that could go wrong were me making my own mistakes. The static backing film I guess is kind of hard to take off but wet your finger and try peeling it from the corner.
But it definitely provides privacy, it feels nice and thick and it’s been over a week since it’s been on and there’s no sign it’s going to fall off yet. The thickness and frosted pattern are good. It can matter because depending on how your squeegee the excess water out you could cause visual damage on some privacy film but and I did make some mistake on this one but it did not result in visual defects on the film so it’s nice and tough.
With any of these products if it doesn’t stick you need to ensure your window is flawlessly clean. So having done that they’re staying up nicely.
Purchased to add privacy to a bathroom. We have clear double glazing in our bathroom, but recent tree felling and also new building means that our privacy could be compromised. Rather than splash out on new sealed units for windows less than 5 years old, we added instant opaqueness with this non-adhesive film ( i.e sticks by surface tension/static alone. Reasonably easy to apply if you follow the instructions (clean window then spray with soapy water and use a large squeegie / plastic edge to push out excess water and air bubbles) So far has stayed on the windows with no slippage or curling, despite moist atmosphere. Quite happy with this product. Roll not very wide though, not sure how a butt joint halfway down the window would look
Excellent window film! One of the easiest one to apply – and I did quite a few! Despite some people suggesting there is no backing – THERE IS! Very thin, so a bit of a pain to peel it off, but otherwise it will never stick, not in a million year! Without the backing the film becomes pretty soft and very easy to apply. Once up it turn into a dark chocolate colour, which surprised me a bit. It blocks out a fair bit off the light, but not 100%, so on sunny days you can see without the light on, still works very well behind a normal blind/curtain. For those who are worried about air bubbles: don’t! They will dry out and disappear in a couple of weeks. All in all good quality, thick window film – highly recommended!
Moved into a rental that had a large slightly textured window in the front door. You could easily see right through it into our living room which we weren’t happy with. Bought this as the reviews seemed good and it’s static cling so wouldn’t leave any glue marks we would need to clean up at the end of tenancy.
Just put it up. Took about 30 minutes start to finish. Very easy to cut down to size without snagging on scissors. You might find it easier to cut it to size and then leave it somewhere for a day or so to flatten out as it was fun battling it as it tried to roll back up during application.
Another idea would be to cut a paper template if possible and check that fits the window and then cut that out of the film.
For application, make sure the window is covered fully with soapy water. Don’t worry about excess as it will all squeeze out during the bubble removal process and the wetter the glass is, the easier it will be to smooth out the bubbles.
Be advised that as you sqeeze out the bubbles it will flatten out and take up more space so cut it a couple of millimeters smaller than you think you need.
I didn’t own a squeegee and didn’t think it would work well for textured glass so instead I used a small silicone spatula from the kitchen. Worked really well.
I applied from the top down and slowly removed the backing as I used the spatula to remove any large bubbles. Once it was in place I then started working from top to bottom, middle to sides, pushing all the bubbles out. You may find it easier to put you head to one side on the glass to see the bubbles as looking straight on doesn’t seem to show them which I think is where some people have had issues.
Take your time and put some elbow into it. Some of the bubbles will be stubborn. If it looks like you’re getting a lot of very fine bubbles that won’t remove then the window isn’t wet enough. Pull the film back and wet it down again.
As you can see from the picture I cut it a little short at the top, but the amount that comes on the roll means I can always redo it. I’m just glad to have my privacy back again!
I was a bit sceptical about this product because I had read the reviews about air bubbles causing it to fall off, but it was on offer and I needed something quickly (my ‘professionally installed’ Hillary’s blinds fell down from being poorly fitted but that’s another story) so I thought I’d give this a shot.
I followed the advice from one of the other reviews by using a vinegar-based window cleaner to prepare the window before application and then I applied a light, yet even coating of soapy water to the entire surface before placing my pre-cut square of window film over it. I didn’t order an applicator (not sure if the listing mentioned it!) but an old credit card worked fine.
I took my time and worked outward from the centre until all of the bubbles of liquid were removed (you can lift it and re-apply if it isn’t straight), and I used a towel to mop up the water droplets as they were squeezed out to avoid them seeping back under the film.
When I returned to the window the morning after, a few small bubbles had formed but a couple of minutes with the credit card got it completely smooth again. The film has been bubble-free ever since and looks fine from both sides. The privacy effect is consistent and easily matches that of frosted glass. Well worth the effort.
I was sceptical about this product at first, & nervous about applying it, especially on my own, but it was very easy to do, and I’m really pleased with the result! There’s no need to buy the other extras, as I managed very well with just a ruler & an old, empty (surface-cleaner) spray bottle, which I had filled with soapy water. There is a short, helpful Rabbitgoo video on YouTube, which is worth watching for tips on how to seperate the film from it’s backing, but if you have long nails, you will easily be able to separate it. Also, from watching the video, I saw that plenty of soapy water seemed to be the key. Other than that, I simply used a ruler to squeeze out the bubbles. Remember to clean your window first! I’m very happy with film on my windows.. it’s very effective in creating a feeling of privacy, while remaining light & airy.
Amazing stuff. I used for the back of my fish tank and was so easy to use. I didn’t have a squeegee so tried to use a credit card to get the water bubbles out but it didn’t work. After three days they’ve all vanished on their own though. Perfect result though and will look great with a back light.
Great product, clear instructions inside packaging. My personal tip would be to cut approx 3mm smaller than the actual window pane, so that the water can escape and be scrape & wiped up therefore not creating the tiny air bubbles near the edges.
Otherwise very easy to use, I used my credit card to smooth on the film, it really did make difference to my downstairs toilet window. It gave the privacy needed, this was tested with my husband trying to looking in and myself looking out approx 50cm away- we couldn’t see each other clearly just a complete blur! Very happy with the product.
We’d had paper versions of obscuring film before but it didn’t work and we ended up with bubbles all over it (and it falling off). This is REALLY easy to fit, quick and not a bubble in sight. It obscures the vision of passers-by in our front room (we live on a busy street). It’s also survived extreme condensation – I wondered if it would fall off when the windows were wet, but it’s fine. The only issue I had was trying to peel the backing sheet off (ie, separating the two parts). One piece took about 15 minutes to do just that! Otherwise, it’s simple and effective.
Easy to use just a bit a patience needed
Found the idea of putting this up more stressful than the process. We left a centimetre gap around the screen to the window frame as we liked the look and wanted to be able to see through if needed (applied to a porch window). The reason I am not giving 5 stars is the edging despite being flat and perfect on application has now started to show air bubbles so I will need to reapply again at some stage. This is an easy product to use and does offer full privacy at a reasonable cost. I would recommend this product to anyone.
Tips include a spray bottle of water and washing up liquid and using a car de-icer scrapper to remove bubbles.
Film
This film works fine letting in enough light but giving you privacy. I had measured the two bathroom windows and was cutting film to size. I did find it difficult to cut it straight as there are no markings to aid you. Even though I used a paper cutter (which cut easily through the film) it was hard to get it exactly straight. Having said that it was easy to put in place and move around to get it into exact position if the window is wet as mentioned in their guide. Does the job fine and we are happy with it.
Fantastic privacy
This stuff is great! I was a bit hesitant as some reviews said it didn’t stick to the glass but in the end I decided to take the plunge. We live in a bungalow and our bathroom window faces onto a utility room. The glass is slightly obscured, but not enough to give total privacy and as the utility room is often used we have ended up closing the bathroom blind all the time which makes the room dark. Enter Rabbitgoo! I agree with other reviewers that it’s a stupid name, but then again it does stick in your mind (excuse the pun!).
You simply measure the window, cut the film to the same size, wipe with window with slightly soapy water, peel off the cling from the backing (it’s good to have someone helping you with this bit as there’s a lot of static as you peel off the film!) and apply the film to the window. I used a squeegee to get out the air bubbles, although in the end I found that my fingers did the job just as well, if not better. I have included before and after photos – my daughter is in both photos – to show how much the privacy is improved by the Rabbitgoo film.
The film has been up for four days so far with no sign of peeling. I will amend my review if anything changes, but so far I am very pleased with this product.
The quality of the finish, I’ve learned, all depends on the technique and how well you clean the window. The first one I put up… not so good, but the second looks great! There are a few things that also help… if you line up the uncut side with the edge of the window it will be straight. If you have an uncut corner to line up with a corner of the window then not only will it be straight but you’ll only have to trim two sides! Also when you think you’ve finished applying it and it looks like all the bubbles are out, get close up to the window and look across the film, when I did this I saw loads of tiny bubbles that weren’t visible when standing back a bit. I’d use a card with some kitchen roll folded around one edge to get these out, the squeegee just doesn’t quite cut the mustard. None of the stuff I’ve stuck up shows any signs of coming loose after a couple of months and the new stuff I did properly looks just like frosted glass, but provides better privacy.
Things you need:
Tape measure, squeegee, spray bottle, sharp craft knife, sharp scissors, fairy liquid, water, kitchen roll and a stiff plastic card (like a national insurance number card… but maybe not actually your national insurance card!).
If you search for “silver reflective window film” on Amazon there’s one by a company called active film, they’ve got a great YouTube video showing you how to put up their film – this works the exact same way, there just isn’t an adhesive on it. Definitely recommended watching.
I got the 44.5 x 200cm product
– [Delivery] This product arrived promptly.
– [Packaging] Nicely packaged. When I opened it, there was no instruction for use (this can easily be improved upon by the seller by adding a simple A5 or A4 piece of paper with instructions. I ended up finding a video on youtube
– [Ease of Application] This is fairly easy to apply once you remove the backing and measure it out. It sticks onto the window via static. However it is similar to sticking on a phone cover/film which can be a little frustrating at time (of course here, you do not worry about air bubbles as such). TIP: use the palms of your hands to stick it down to the window rather than a credit card as it makes it wrinkle!
– [Quality] – Seems reasonable and good
– [Price] – I feel this is slightly overpriced for the amount I got.
Overall 4*/5*.
Bought for my daughter’s apartment as she was overlooked from one window and not a great view from another so she kept the blinds down all the time. Now the blinds are up and the light is streaming in! What a difference! The most difficult part of applying it was separating the backing from the film but I think that’s due to my gel nails! I cleaned the windows well, used lots of soapy water on the window surface, then applied the film and eased out the bubbles for what I feel is a near perfect finish. One tip I’d like to give is to make sure the film isn’t too big, cut it a fraction smaller so that it’s free of the edges and corners otherwise it lifts away from the window. We did a ‘see through’ test when we’d finished and apart from a blurry shadow we couldn’t see in or out! Highly recommended!
Film roll arrived promptly and was easy to apply as per the instructions on the inside ...
Film roll arrived promptly and was easy to apply as per the instructions on the inside of the box it arrived in. My only gripe was – even though we tried using a sharp stanley knife blade, a swiss army blade and a graphic designers scalpel to cut the remaining film residue clean away, after fitting to the window, there was still a jagged edge left in places (hence the 4 star review). Otherwise, the film’s opaque, non-transparent quality has diffused the harsh south-facing sunlight to a more evenly based clear light that retains its clarity – an important factor for working in our design studio – and the blazing heat we used to suffer from is now muted and bearable, as well as affording us complete privacy from passers by walking outside of our window, so a good job done overall.
The post-purchase consumer care has been great for this – they sent emails for each step of the delivery process and asked for feedback after it arrived.
The reason for the purchase is that having recently had our hall re-decorated the contractors somehow managed to scratch the sprayed on frosting on every single pane of glass in both our door and two side windows. Unfortunately these are leaded so there’s 28 panes in total! So after order a nifty window scraper on Amazon I followed up with this film to replace the frosting that needed removing. I didn’t want to spend ages taping off and potentially making a mess with new spray frosting so opted for this sheet form based on the good reviews.
Now my one negative with this is purely personal – to me the graining/frosting pattern looks a little cheap in comparison to the very fine frosting of the spray. That said I didn’t really notice this once it was in place and it does mean that slightly more light comes through which is a good thing for brightening our north facing hallway.
I’m still not sure I would specifically recommend this my situation of a million panes of glass because of course every single one needs cutting out (and because its an older house all the panes are slightly different sizes!). I work as a designer and regularly have to trim things to size for mounting yet getting each part to fit perfectly is still tricky for me. I daresay with a larger square window it would be 100% easier!
The water application method is rather good though – makes it very straight forward to apply and means it can be removed and re-used multiple times as well as allowing for some sliding around to get it perfectly into position. Its nice and easy to cut but I would recommend a long ruler and scalpel with cutting surface over using scissors for accuracy.
Will try and remember to submit a photo when everything’s completely finished.
It is exactly as advertised.
No glue. Sticks to glass with static and water.
Can be removed and re-adjusted or re-applied.
Comes in a nice neat box, which unfortunately has the instructions printed on the inside – which means that you have to cut (destroy) the box to read them. Shame if you want to keep the unused roll stored, but no big deal.
One tip to pass on : When trimming the excess around the glass, use a ruler or other flat straight edge with a stanley knife. The ruler is more for keeping the film flat as you cut and prevents it from dragging.
We may be thinking about getting some more and trying out some patterns!
5 stars for effectiveness and value.