I want to cover my car, "handy woman" how did you install it? Also I am thinking of putting it outside as a window cover, anyone try that?
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I installed it with tarp poles and tarp cords. The poles are anchored into the cement via the footings. I chose this as a temp structure, you can use a stronger pole and system for a permanent structure. Have not used as a window cover, purchase special solar screens for that.
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Shade cloth on the outside of windows works great, but I would get beige rather than the black pictured here. I made lightweight wood frames and stapled the shadecloth to those, then attached them above and below the window with screws. This allows easy removal and replacement.
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I am no expert on this, but I believe you would apply the film to the inside part of the windows. I know that's were mine went. I have heard of people installing the film on the outside, but it would seem to have a shorter life time due to the elements. Craig
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As stated above. It's a very nice cover. A simple hose off with garden hose and scrub brush would do it. Its waterproof, so you could even just use a really damp towel and get it clean without taking it out of the car.
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Instructions should have accompanied the wall mesh covers. If not you just have to open the walls and make sure the windows open from the bottom. You should then have across the top Velcro straps which you attach to the top of your canopy frame. There are straps going down the sides of the wall which need to be attached to the legs. Attach the other three walls in the same way. Each wall has two sides with zippers. Hook the zippers together so they zip from top to bottom. The 4th was has no windows just one long zipper in the middle. Attach it in the same way. I hope this makes sense and it works for you. If you have any questions let me know. Sonia Instructions should have accompanied the wall mesh covers. If not you just have to open the walls and make sure the windows open from the bottom. You should then have across the top Velcro straps which you attach to the top of your canopy frame. There are straps going down the sides of the wall which need to be attached to the legs. Attach the other three walls in the same way. Each wall has two sides with zippers. Hook the zippers together so they zip from top to bottom. The 4th was has no windows just one long zipper in the middle. Attach it in the same way. I hope this makes sense and it... » Read More Instructions should have accompanied the wall mesh covers. If not you just have to open the walls and make sure the windows open from the bottom. You should then have across the top Velcro straps which you attach to the top of your canopy frame. There are straps going down the sides of the wall which need to be attached to the legs. Attach the other three walls in the same way. Each wall has two sides with zippers. Hook the zippers together so they zip from top to bottom. The 4th was has no windows just one long zipper in the middle. Attach it in the same way. I hope this makes sense and it works for you. If you have any questions let me know. Sonia « Show Less
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I use this outside & it is very visible. Since mine is installed outside, I built a box for it to sit in. I screwed the box to the building & made a plexi glass cover for it. If your handy, I recommend it.
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Lee, did you find a better cover? I have a convertible 2008 Saab 9-3 that I've been trying to find a great cover for! Thought RainX would be a good bet, but not from reading this.....
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Judith...no, you do not. It's like the kid's "color forms" that use static cling to adhere to glass. I just measured the window width x length, marked the film and carefully cut along the line to keep it straight. After that, I just stuck it up to the window and tried to do it gently and slowly to get the air bubbles out from under it. It's not for windows you must see clearly thru but I love it for all the others! I even use small pieces to cover the sun coming in the passenger side of my car! Definitely keeps the heat at bay and in winter, I peel it off, store it and use it again next summer! EZ-PZ! :) Judith...no, you do not. It's like the kid's "color forms" that use static cling to adhere to glass. I just measured the window width x length, marked the film and carefully cut along the line to keep it straight. After that, I just stuck it up to the window and tried to do it gently and slowly to get the air bubbles out from under it. It's not for windows you must see clearly thru but I love it for all the others! I even use small pieces to cover the sun coming in the passenger side of my car! Definitely keeps the heat at bay and in winter, I peel it off, store it and use it... » Read More Judith...no, you do not. It's like the kid's "color forms" that use static cling to adhere to glass. I just measured the window width x length, marked the film and carefully cut along the line to keep it straight. After that, I just stuck it up to the window and tried to do it gently and slowly to get the air bubbles out from under it. It's not for windows you must see clearly thru but I love it for all the others! I even use small pieces to cover the sun coming in the passenger side of my car! Definitely keeps the heat at bay and in winter, I peel it off, store it and use it again next summer! EZ-PZ! :) « Show Less
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LOL just raise your window insert screen pull out the sides so it fits snug close window as far as it will go down...thats it no tools needed...
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I just prop mine up on something but you could always try something like Velcro strips - they're cheap and can be removed off your car if need be - depends on where you want it placed I guess. I've used Velcro on my dash before and it worked good.
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You could try to use them for the passenger side windows, however you'd need something to keep it in place, that and you would need to find the right size. Still my main advice against this item is the fact that it is very THIN, and it gets very HOT. You're better off getting those side shades that stick to the side window then this, or tinting them.
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Ive covered mine with a cover I bought for like 20 dollars on amazon. Obviously wait till its completely cool before covering it. The Covers helped so far !
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I suppose you could use it for sunshade. The cover has magnets to hold it onto the car, then there are two flaps that are supposed to be closed into the front doors of your car for extra security. I live in Colorado, where we get a lot of snow and wind, and the cover has never failed me.
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I guess that could be true as all the windows probably won't be covered. BUT...it definitely lessens the heat on myself after I put them up. I have even put one on top of another at times when I wanted more shade. They are so versatile, awesome and cheap! You can put them up quickly and take them down quickly (which I often do when we change direction and sun is in a different place or if blocking view for driver). I also often fold one in half and stick it on part of my passenger side window when I don't need the whole window covered. TIP: I found when I put them on the dash in the sun to warm up for awhile before putting them up, they cling better. Hope that helps! I guess that could be true as all the windows probably won't be covered. BUT...it definitely lessens the heat on myself after I put them up. I have even put one on top of another at times when I wanted more shade. They are so versatile, awesome and cheap! You can put them up quickly and take them down quickly (which I often do when we change direction and sun is in a different place or if blocking view for driver). I also often fold one in half and stick it on part of my passenger side window when I don't need the whole window covered. TIP: I found when I put them on the dash in the sun to... » Read More I guess that could be true as all the windows probably won't be covered. BUT...it definitely lessens the heat on myself after I put them up. I have even put one on top of another at times when I wanted more shade. They are so versatile, awesome and cheap! You can put them up quickly and take them down quickly (which I often do when we change direction and sun is in a different place or if blocking view for driver). I also often fold one in half and stick it on part of my passenger side window when I don't need the whole window covered. TIP: I found when I put them on the dash in the sun to warm up for awhile before putting them up, they cling better. Hope that helps! « Show Less
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I agree that it is a difficult installation. So difficult that when I found that the space between nose sections where the tabs had to go were so tight that they wouldn't fit without removing some bolts, I put it back in the box and returned the cover. I do think that water under the cover would eventually damage the paint finish on the car. Not worth the trouble involved.
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That is the application we bought ours for but I think you might have to put a new cover over the seat cushion as we did. We bought outdoor material that matched our decor and for further measure we scotchguarded it. putting a new cover eas very easy, it was a simple staple job. I hope this helps.
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As they said... some screws and rigging will get it done. Just flex and pull it how u need to fit. Don't forget to insulate after though the exhaust gets HOT. You don't want warm hot air coming in from window, else your A?C defeats the purpose of doing it's job. I took some standard insulation roll R30/15 whatever you want (warehouse store) put it over the vent, and duck taped over it. Won't look pretty but neither does the vent. Your drapes will cover over that anyway so shouldn't be a problem. But you will save TONS on energy efficiency b/c this window vent is complete crap and useless to block out the air. Hope that helps. As they said... some screws and rigging will get it done. Just flex and pull it how u need to fit. Don't forget to insulate after though the exhaust gets HOT. You don't want warm hot air coming in from window, else your A?C defeats the purpose of doing it's job. I took some standard insulation roll R30/15 whatever you want (warehouse store) put it over the vent, and duck taped over it. Won't look pretty but neither does the vent. Your drapes will cover over that anyway so shouldn't be a problem. But you will save TONS on energy efficiency b/c this window vent is complete crap and useless to... » Read More As they said... some screws and rigging will get it done. Just flex and pull it how u need to fit. Don't forget to insulate after though the exhaust gets HOT. You don't want warm hot air coming in from window, else your A?C defeats the purpose of doing it's job. I took some standard insulation roll R30/15 whatever you want (warehouse store) put it over the vent, and duck taped over it. Won't look pretty but neither does the vent. Your drapes will cover over that anyway so shouldn't be a problem. But you will save TONS on energy efficiency b/c this window vent is complete crap and useless to block out the air. Hope that helps. « Show Less
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I am not sure about using on car window. There are small holes to allow some light through, but there is a slight distortion looking through it. May work well on a sun roof. I get little to no bubbles by using a spray bottle with water and a credit card to smooth it out. I use clear nail polish in the corners to hold in place, I have had three skylights covered going on 6 years now and only one had to be replaced due to a major storm. I have reused two others on sliding doors for the past 4 years and have not had any problems with the reapply.