Artscape Etched Glass Sidelight 12 x 83 Inch Window Film, Made in USA – Provides Decorative Privacy, Non-Adhesive, Etched Frosted Glass Pattern, UV Protection, Easy to Apply and Removable

It was pretty easy to install and I’m no DIYer when it comes to home repair. I probably should have used a razor on the window as there were a few tiny paint spatters that you can see that I thought were too minuscule to matter, but not terrible. But I’d take the time to razor it if I had to put one up again. (I think the directions tell you to do this.) I erred on the side of caution when cutting it to size and have a tiny bit of window showing. This works out perfectly for my cat who tore my paper shade to shreds one day trying to look outside.(Reason for my finally getting one of these.) Broke my bottom curtain rod I was going to hang a curtain on too. Anyway he can still see outside and the film is so far indestructible and apparently scratch-proof. I always wanted to put one of these up but didn’t want the hassle. A cutting board (the kind with measurements) and roller cutter made it easy and now have I a virtually maintenance free side window.

My second time using this brand, and I remember why I liked it so much! It’s very easy to work with. I was able to reposition it a few times until I was satisfied that the slight gaps on each side (necessary for the water to escape) were even. I recommend using the edge of the squeegee to prime the window *before* the application, because on my first window there were slight paint dots that weren’t noticeable until they smudged. By running the edge of the squeegee along the window edge, I was able to remove some subtle imperfections before the film was applied. I also used excess film to check my size before cutting the big role. For this door, I was able to use two packages. I’m planning to order more in a different size to apply as privacy film in two bathrooms as well.

The product looks great on the sidelight of my front door, the application was pretty easy, but the sizing was difficult. I didn't have a yardstick to draw out my lines for the cut I needed to make, the length of the rolled sheet of film kept trying to pull up when I laid it flat to measure out, but after taking forever to measure it out, the application was a breeze.My recommendations to those who purchase the product would be to have a yardstick if your windows are especially long. Making marks with a measuring tape, and then going back through to draw the line with a standard ruler wasn't fun. Using a credit card/club card to application worked extremly well. I'd also go back an hour or two after you apply it and check for bubbles in the film, as I found it had bubbled a little around the edges.If the manufacturer pays attention to these, I'd request that you put a grid on the back of your film. This helps make sure cuts are straight, and the grid could be in 1" increments. That would have made the sizing of the cut so much easier!

I have installed so much window film now, and I keep coming back to artscape because their stuff is consistently great. The window in this photo includes two different types of film, both sold by artscape. Both were easy to install and look great. My only issue is that I want the "finish" on this frosted glass to be more similar to the finish on their "stained glass" styles so this looks more consistent.....these panes are too small to make the "stained glass" styles look right/feasible. Artscape, if you sell just a product that just has the bumpy finish of stained glass, please let me know!

I had another ArtScape widow film that was wonderful. It was NewLeaf - thick plastic, easy application, and looked great with minimal air bubbles. Lasted for quite a few years and then I redecorated and wanted a simpler style. The Etched Glass window film feels much thinner, it's also harder to apply and shows every little speck - bubbles, lint, etc. I'm going back to the "stained glass" style for that reason.

After reading the reviews for many different products, I settled on this one... and I'm glad I did. It's a little more expensive than some of the other options, but my wife and I just installed this on two 9" x 70" sidelight windows and it took under an hour. I did not follow the instructions exactly, but that's because I've installed tint many times and have a method that works well. I would recommend that when you install it you should cut it down to within 1/2" of the final window measurements, remove it from the paper backing, place it on the wet glass with two edges lined up (I do the top and left), smooth the major bubbles out and then come back with a sharp razor blade to cut it down to its final dimensions by using the edge of the window as your guide. The key here is using a very sharp razor blade. I used a new one on each window, just to be sure. They don't cost much and it's worth it to get a smooth edge. Also, just use a credit card to smooth the bubbles out. The squeegee they send is "cute", but not of much use.Overall it's a forgiving product and even stretches a little when you don't get the edge perfectly lined up.

bought these for some tall narrow bathroom windows. Not only do they provide complete privacy - the effect is very modern and clean. They were very easy to install. Once cut to the right length and width - leaving a half inch all the way round (which is suggested for technical reason but actually looks really cool). No glue or any other adhesives, just a newly cleaned window - leaving some soap and water on the window and presto - this sticks. There are a few minus to move it around to perfect the placement and then its down to smoothing it out to remove any of the tinny air bubbles. That last part I didn't succeed at 100% - but 99% was closed enough, as I didn't want to peal the whole thing off to get one tiny bubble -that you can hardly see - out. I(t looks a bit like a glass flaw). The main reason for not wishing to do that is I suspect the film does not reattach once removed - it implies that - but its not explicit - and I wasn't talking the risk.