Protective Film
This is the ultimate choice in protecting the interior and exterior of a window surface. These can be standard-issue frosted window film, window mask, perforated or adhesive film that can be used outdoor and indoor and are characterized by good weather ability and resistance to UV rays for at least half a year. They adhere to glass windows, vinyl, plastics and metals effectively. They can be applied also can be removed and will not leave any glue residue. These films cut glare of up to 92% and block an incredible amount of UV-rays up to 99%.
Self-adhesive or One-way Vision Vinyl Film
The liners are a temporary solution to window tint. They come in brilliant graphics (stickers and tattoos also) and have specially-made surface materials that can absorb ink. They are not perforated for loading easily in wide-range printers. The adhesive guarantees no fall-off within a year under normal temperature.
More ideas for a temporary window tint can be: -
Installation of one-way mirror can be a possibility but like window tint or the solar- control films they are designed for a specific purpose so expect a high price acquiring it. Some great ideas are filament tapes, duct tapes, rice paper, cellophane, bubble wrap, polypropylene, auto tint, tinted plexiglass, sticker or tattoo tapes. These can reduce glare and defuse sunlight while still letting some lights in the same time. A frosted shelf paper can be used as a privacy screen.
There are other alternative window treatments that can be done through a DIY window paint kit like applying a thin layer of water-based acrylic paint or craft paint. Pick a pale color of yellow or sky blue, it can be painted on or sponged on or sprayed over on glass or plexiglass. The use of neutral density filters or lighting gel balances the bothersome glare from the sufficient needed light.
For lesser risk and expenses, try lightweight cotton or a quilting fabric, spray on starch solution on the window and stick the fabric on like covering that cannot be moved but can still be peeled off if opted to remove. Just wash off the dried starch.
Solutions are practically endless when referring to window covering. Treatment can be films to darken or frost the windows or the use of blinds, drapes, curtains just to shade the window from the UV-rays or the bothersome glare. Film and Vinyl solutions are a little labor-intensive but are great ideas to secure privacy from the prying eyes. They came in wide varieties of choices that are priced reasonably. They can defuse light so efficiently blocking 79% of solar heat, so it is quite worth it because it reduces the cost of energy of up to 35% per month. With window protectors, it is much cooler in summertime and warmer during winter. The keys to darkening or covering windows with these options involve numerous ways and means until the best alternative that produces the greatest effect is reached.