July 26 2018

Review: Gila Window Films

A few weeks ago, my sister and I installed vinyl window film on her bathroom windows to give privacy without blocking all the light. I was a bit intimidated at first, but after reading the directions thoroughly, we decided to give it a go. We had the Gila Window Film Complete Installation Kit and a roll of film similar to, but not exactly like this one: Gila Privacy Control Mosaic Circles Decorative Residential Window Film No Glue No Adhesive Static Cling DIY (36in x 78in). See the affiliate links to these products below.

There are loads of different patterns available and further information about the product available at the manufacturer’s website (https://www.gilafilms.com/).

Basically, we had to clean the windows thoroughly and use the cloth provided to dry them. We cut the film an inch larger than the window on all sides and then sprayed the special sauce in the spray bottle on the window and film and smoothed it all down with the squeegee tool provided. We used a knife blade to cut the excess film right up against the window frame. It was nerve-racking the first time but once we had done it we were fine. Because it is not glued to the window it can be easily removed or repositioned.

From inside with lights out during the day.

From inside with lights on during the day.

This is an example of how little you can see through the window once the film is on and from outside unless you are looking up against the light fixture you can’t see through the film at all and even then all you can see is the stained glass effect.

Overall, it was a great experience and I would definitely consider using this product in my own home. It seems like a very high-quality product and I would highly recommend it.

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