I just installed these last night..Very easy, quick, and looks good. I have the sunburst type window panel on the top tier. and want to know if the panels can be cu taround the window area with something so that it doesn't have the rough pebble effect I got with the installation on the regular cut with the razor blade. Thanks I just installed these last night..Very easy, quick, and looks good. I have the sunburst type window panel on the top tier. and want to know if the panels can be cu taround the window area with... » Read More I just installed these last night..Very easy, quick, and looks good. I have the sunburst type window panel on the top tier. and want to know if the panels can be cu taround the window area with something so that it doesn't have the rough pebble effect I got with the installation on the regular cut with the razor blade. Thanks « Show Less
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You can get a smoother cut by holding the knife at a low angle to the panel while cutting. This reduces compression of the material and adds some shearing action. Don't cut all the way through in one cut. Take 2 or three passes to minimize damage.
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We used a box cutter with the same results. It is the way the foam was compressed that causes it to flake slightly when cut. You might find a white tape that can be adhered to the edge for a smoother look.
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They do make a hot knife for cutting Styrofoam, but I have never used one. You may want to practice of a extra piece to see if it works. I found a link: http://www.ehow.com/how_13447_cut-styrofoam.html
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Yes, it's like having a dark shaded window. The bad thing about this product is that we didn't like their Velcro that came with it to apply it to the door frame, and we went to the hardware store and got industrial strength Velcro which was much superior. We takes our down over the winter, it went back up last weekend after a quick rinse off with the garden hose. My dogs are experts at going to the center and pushing their way thru the mesh but for them we removed the magnet at the bottom because it will catch the bottom of the door frame, (the magnets just clip to the fabric and removing them does not destroy the fabric.) Be sure that you leave the mesh curtain hanging loose at the center so that when you put this thing up too tight the magnets will not be able have room to close. We've used these mesh screens for years, and can go about two years on them. The set comes with two sides. We also add some washers to the bottom of the screen for a tiny bit of extra weight (I sew it on) and that helps the curtain remain straight. We also stapled the top of the curtains to a thin wood strip (in pleats) so it sits up over the door frame, we screw the wood to the door frame top edge and that way there is no "pulling" the curtain down accidentally when you step in or out. We then use the Velcro down the sides.
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Hi Jennifer: I have a 72 inch bedroom window, and had to add two valances to the first two. (I don't remember if order came with one or two panels. I have four panels all together) Having four gave me a very nice gathering and am extremely happy with them, and my bedspread, which I use, one side for Winter and turn it over for Summer. Love it. I hope this helps with your buying choice.
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Well this is our third one & if you are real careful it is easy to cut with a very sharp cutter. But I would make a template of the window first then lay it on the graphic & cut just wear the windows meet. You then will cut any extra off after you have it on the window. It is really beautiful! But we can't put ours on until late Spring when the weather warms up. Good Luck
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this air conditioner is relatively lite at around 42 pounds, now! the one thing you absolutely will want to do is to make sure you support the top rail of the unit with 3 screws that screw into your window and also, make 100% sure that you secure the unit with the window locks provided with the unit, otherwise someone could slide the accordian flaps aside, and possibly remove your unit from your window. Rebecca, I'm pretty much blind except I can see a little light,and I pretty much had it installed in about 10/15 minutes. Just take your time, and read your instructions for the install, and you should be fine, also the unit doesn't stick out of the window that muchso you shouldn't need an extra support, however, if your window cill is in a newer home, there is that possibility that you may need a bracket to support it from the outside,, first though, see if the unit fits into the track of your window, and then, slide your window down over top of the unit and proceed to screw the top rail to the window that you just slid down. The first thing you will want to do as you unbox your unit is to assemble the top rail with the 4 screws provided to your air conditioner ok? I hope my info helped you in your decision, and, if I can be of any more assistance, by all means, please feel free to write me at: Raydeman@comcast.net. Thank you Rebecca, and I hope you have a good summer.
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The view isn't distorted, but since its a tint it is a lot darker. I had to add landscaping lights (bright ones) outside in order to see what the dogs were up to when I have them out back after the sun went down. I also have to turn the lights off inside as well to check on them without going outside. Not a complaint, but trying to give you an idea.Its not really mirror like except when light hits it just right. It does act as a really good privacy tint though and actually looks pretty good if its applied with no bubbles. You can't see inside from outside from more than a few feet unless it is brighter inside than out. (Nighttime with lights on inside) The view isn't distorted, but since its a tint it is a lot darker. I had to add landscaping lights (bright ones) outside in order to see what the dogs were up to when I have them out back after the sun went down. I also have to turn the lights off inside as well to check on them without going outside. Not a complaint, but trying to give you an idea.Its not really mirror like except when light hits it just right. It does act as a really good privacy tint though and actually looks pretty good if its applied with no bubbles. You can't see inside from outside from more than a few... » Read More The view isn't distorted, but since its a tint it is a lot darker. I had to add landscaping lights (bright ones) outside in order to see what the dogs were up to when I have them out back after the sun went down. I also have to turn the lights off inside as well to check on them without going outside. Not a complaint, but trying to give you an idea.Its not really mirror like except when light hits it just right. It does act as a really good privacy tint though and actually looks pretty good if its applied with no bubbles. You can't see inside from outside from more than a few feet unless it is brighter inside than out. (Nighttime with lights on inside) « Show Less
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It is really easy to work with, This was my first tint job. I watched a lot of videos online about how to do it. I would use this company again. It was pretty easy to apply and mine turned out really well. The only tough part was the back window. The only reason it was difficult was because it was so large. If you have another person to help you with the rear then it will turn out much better.
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Have mine near sliding doors and the glossy finish is not an issue in daylight. Don't let this sttop you.
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I would say no I ended up getting screens that were made of pets and just doubled the screen in the window, didn't seem to block airflow to much and you can't really see in during the day, night time its the opposite you can see in as the light changes but I find that to be the case with almost any privacy DIY things I've tried ...good luck
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These are proprietary to this panel, but get another set of Z brackets (regular ones) in case you need extra support at any other point. I used a a 6"x6" block of composite deck planking (fake wood used for decks) under each bracket, slathered with roofing tar as the base screwed to the roof. (From Lowes... and I got the flat one, not the ribbed one) This gave me more room to get perfect panel location since I used four panels for my array. This also allows you and extra inch of airspace under each panel for summer ventilation. Make sure you get good stainless steel screws long enough to penetrate fully and securely.
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hello.. had vw garage replace them - charged me $125 - i don't know excatly what he did, but took one guy a long time - noticed he had it up on the rack couple times - think he took around 3 hrs - guess they gave me a break $- thinking about it, l imagine he had to aline the correct beam angles etc., etc., removed part of the panels. but that part should be easy - but all i can tell you.. they do look 'great' - should have done it earlier as they were becoming very cloudy on the inside also. and that worried me.. and the polish cleaner wouldn't really clean them- they mentioned they do remove them (depending)..and put on the grinder to polish them for $60 - chow hello.. had vw garage replace them - charged me $125 - i don't know excatly what he did, but took one guy a long time - noticed he had it up on the rack couple times - think he took around 3 hrs - guess they gave me a break $- thinking about it, l imagine he had to aline the correct beam angles etc., etc., removed part of the panels. but that part should be easy - but all i can tell you.. they do look 'great' - should have done it earlier as they were becoming very cloudy on the inside also. and that worried me.. and the polish cleaner wouldn't really clean them- they mentioned they do... » Read More hello.. had vw garage replace them - charged me $125 - i don't know excatly what he did, but took one guy a long time - noticed he had it up on the rack couple times - think he took around 3 hrs - guess they gave me a break $- thinking about it, l imagine he had to aline the correct beam angles etc., etc., removed part of the panels. but that part should be easy - but all i can tell you.. they do look 'great' - should have done it earlier as they were becoming very cloudy on the inside also. and that worried me.. and the polish cleaner wouldn't really clean them- they mentioned they do remove them (depending)..and put on the grinder to polish them for $60 - chow « Show Less
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Absolutely! I wasn't sure how good it was going to be so I ended up ordering more. I bought the wood - colored one as well to put on places where wood meets the sill, as I could feel air seeping in. I can't say how great this stuff is. I've got it on all my windows. It's very easy if you need to adjust it and taking it off is a breeze. You can peel it off in whayever is needed....thin, medium or thick pieces. It's inexpensive as well! I needed to write this review for you because I believe when you're going to buy a product...it's nice to hear from someone who has used it if it's good or not. Again, great great product and price!! Absolutely! I wasn't sure how good it was going to be so I ended up ordering more. I bought the wood - colored one as well to put on places where wood meets the sill, as I could feel air seeping in. I can't say how great this stuff is. I've got it on all my windows. It's very easy if you need to adjust it and taking it off is a breeze. You can peel it off in whayever is needed....thin, medium or thick pieces. It's inexpensive as well! I needed to write this review for you because I believe when you're going to buy a product...it's nice to... » Read More Absolutely! I wasn't sure how good it was going to be so I ended up ordering more. I bought the wood - colored one as well to put on places where wood meets the sill, as I could feel air seeping in. I can't say how great this stuff is. I've got it on all my windows. It's very easy if you need to adjust it and taking it off is a breeze. You can peel it off in whayever is needed....thin, medium or thick pieces. It's inexpensive as well! I needed to write this review for you because I believe when you're going to buy a product...it's nice to hear from someone who has used it if it's good or not. Again, great great product and price!! « Show Less
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dawn I got a number of these for gifts. They look great when positioned in the right area. I don't make them but I have in the past written sayings on things with paint and a small brush. I would suggest you get in touch with the supplier (not Amazon) and see if they do special sayings. Or you could look in your area for businesses that do signs, they make letters to apply to windows etc.Hope this helps.
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Yes Greg, they wire right up, only options you lose on these is the underside entrance/alarm lights (if you have that option) and the auto dim/tint (if you have that option) I didn't give a crap cuz they look so deadly. No issues whatsoever except the levelling issue which can be remedied with spacers and adjusting the tightness of the bolts. Buy me dude. You won't regret it. Only had me a couple months now but they seem real decent quality...which totally surprised me for the $$$. Good luck!
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Just got them today. they look great for spring and fall clean up with the leaves. i think i'll go to the hardware store a buy a huge piece in bulk and cut them to size to save money. in fact, i think i'll try to find some with microscopic pores like the pleated ones and use them as disposable units. cleaning the pleated ones doesn't take more than 10 minutes for everything but it would be easier to just toss them. will let everyone know if i find something that will work. thanks for the comments.
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their installation kit. i installed four of the panels by myself in three hours. It's an easy install.
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You can raise and lower your window just fine but it can make a loud squealing noise as the plastic rubs the window. I'm concerned that over time this could scratch the window or the tint so I don't do it very often. Also, the rubber seal between the door panel and the window is now bent downward on one of the windows. I don't know if that will ever be an issue. Either way, these door panels are well worth it. Protects from slobber and nails.