No Tools Required: Add Privacy To Glass Doors While Still Allowing Soft Light In

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It's easy to become enthralled with glass doors as part of home decor — after all, who wouldn't want all that natural light filtering throughout the spaces? But if you're actually living with them, you quickly realize that all that glass also means virtually zero privacy and perhaps a little too much direct sunlight. However, if you put up blinds or curtains, you lose all that natural light. A good middle ground can be achieved with privacy film, and one attractive and versatile option is Dwersty Frosted Glass Window Film, available from Amazon for around $5.

The Dwersty window film is available in a few varieties, from black to rainbow stained glass to floral patterns, but we like the simplicity of the plain frosted style. The film is partially opaque, so you can't see through it completely, but you can make out shapes and movement. Though it certainly provides more privacy, the film still allows brightness to filter through while blocking 99% of UV rays, which helps prevent your furniture and decor from fading due to direct sunlight. It's a creative way to add privacy that doesn't involve drapes or blinds — and it couldn't be easier.

The privacy film comes with a solid 4.3-star rating from over 5,200 reviews, and many reviewers agree that it's easy to install, especially since the film comes with a scraper, cutting knife, and spray bottle. Instead of using adhesives, this cling film sticks with a little soapy water sprayed on the surface. That way, you can easily reposition the film if you don't get it right the first time. Cut it to size, spray it generously with soapy water, and smooth it onto the glass (the included scraper will help you smooth out bubbles). You can also remove it later if you change your mind, which is helpful for renters.

Exterior doors are an easy choice for the Dwersty frosted film. You can install it on your sliding doors to create some separation between backyard activities and your quiet indoor spaces. This can be especially helpful if your backyard doesn't have fences or feels exposed (though you can also DIY your own backyard privacy screens with upcycled materials). Front doors with large panes of glass or clear sidelights also benefit from this film.

But don't ignore your interior glass doors. French doors separating your dining room from the rest of the house leave everything in full view. Adding this frosted glass film creates a more intimate dining space. Or, add film to glass doors when you convert the room into a home office. It'll block the view to the rest of the house to limit distractions without making your workspace feel like a cave. The film also helps reduce glare — always a plus when you're working on a computer. This is one of those home office DIYs that'll save you a few bucks while making your space more efficient and attractive.

Sunrooms might also have glass doors connecting them to the house. Installing film there gives you a little separation and keeps the adjoining room from getting blasted with sun from all those windows. This particular film blocks some heat and UV rays, so it can keep your sunroom from warming up the main part of your house too much. When you want full sunlight, you can still sit out on the porch. When you need a little break, stay indoors behind the window film.