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3 Unique & Creative Ideas For Using Decorative Window Film
Decorative window film is an adhesive free window cling that is usually applied to the interior of residential windows. Many people use window films for increasing privacy, adding energy efficiency, and also just to add more style to their decorating..
In doing some looking around on the web, I’ve discovered a few very cool uses for this window film outside of its standard purpose. I hope these ideas spark even more creative juices in you and gets you thinking of other great ways to utilize this modern decorating resource. I’d love to use your pictures or hear your thoughts on ways you’ve thought of! Feel free to comment below.
Creating a Centerpiece
If you’re struggling to find the perfect centerpiece for your wedding reception, baby shower, bridal shower, etc. take a look at this stellar example vase. I love the way the decorator used etched glass window film with a crackled pattern to make this vase. A clear glass vase can be purchased in any number of discount stores…and a single roll of window film would cover you for an entire room full of vases.
Of course, you don’t need a special occasion to try this technique. Just use different styles based on the season or motif that you are looking to enhance. The possibilites are really endless.
To install this film, you’d want to measure the circumference of the vase and then cut out the window film almost exactly to the height and width you’d need. I say almost because I’d personally leave about 1/2 inch longer than the circumference you measure. This is so that you can simply overlap the film once you apply it and then trim the joining sides with an exacto knife. Most of the upfront work will involve cutting out these measured pattern sheets from the roll of etched glass window film, and then when you get ready to actually apply it, you could take off the static backing, spray down the vase with soapy water and then appy the window film. Then take a hard edge squeegee and get the big bubbles out to the best of your ability. Let it dry overnight and then trim any overlap where the joints meet.
