Stained Glass Window Film – Also an Eco Friendly Choice For Window Treatments
Stained glass window film and Frosted window film is becoming a popular choice over other, more traditional window treatments for some. With many decorative options to choose from, it is understandable why some prefer privacy window film, but other reasons, including the fact that window film is a more energy efficient option for window covering are causing more and more smart decorators to opt for privacy window film each day.
Decorative window film, sometimes referred to as wallpaper for windows, is a adhesive free film that can be customized to fit over existing windows that enable natural light to fill a home, without allowing neighbors or passersby to see inside of the home. Using wallpaper for windows, a room can be transformed with styles that compliment a variety of window designs and home decors. While this is an aesthetic break from traditional window treatments, such as mini-blinds or draperies, people are also deciding on window film designs because they offer an energy efficient solution to room lighting and temperature control.
It has already been stated that privacy window film allows natural sunlight to fill a room, but in doing so, natural heat is also allowed to warm the room. Conversely, in warm, summer months, the film can also reduce the amount of heat that fills a room, particularly through westward facing windows that do not have the benefit of shade trees or awnings. A good quality privacy window film can be 8 millimeters thick and filter up to 95% of the UV rays that might otherwise be allowed to invade a home. In this way, using wallpaper for windows is both beautiful and a practical, very green choice for stylish décor.
There is no adhesive to contend with when installing privacy window film on glass, so there are never any fumes or toxins introduced to the home’s environment. It is also completely reusable, which further makes it a desirable choice for homeowners that are committed to preserving the earth through energy efficient and recycling efforts.
While traditional window treatments can be very beautiful and elaborate, they also tend to collect dust, odors and trap allergens, which can contribute to the health issues of a home’s inhabitants. With privacy window film, dust is easily cleaned with soap and water or ordinary window cleaner, making it a far better choice than draperies or blinds that are much harder to keep clean.
Traditional window treatments can also be hazardous to toddlers and small children that can become entangled in drapery sashes, tassels, or cords that accompany some mini-blind designs. Parents of young children are often warned to beware of these hazards that are of constant concern when present in a home. By using wallpaper for windows instead of traditional coverings, these hazardous parts simply do not exist, which places parents at ease and children in a more child-friendly environment.
With stained glass window film, there is no need to spend extra time in the morning and evening opening and closing curtains or blinds. That chore is completely eliminated as privacy is afforded by day or night with privacy window film. With so many colors and styles to choose from and so many eco-friendly reasons to choose one, wallpaper for windows is easily positioned to replace traditional window treatments in the future.

Filtering 95% of the UV rays? Does this depend on the type of window wallpaper used?
I like the fact that it doesn\’t collect dust compared to normally etched glass or traditional window treatments.
I didn’t even know that privacy window film existed. Thanks for the great informative post. I like the idea of it being energy efficient and also keeping out 95% of UV rays!