How to Insulate Windows | Cheap and Easy with Plastic Film

[@SpaceMike3]

In less than two minutes you explained the process better than all the 10 minute videos I've just watched.

[@igorluiz9551]

Short video, no yapping, good explanation and very funny wife joke, great job! I'm still laughing from that joke

[@rtuggle82]

I’ve found that if you don’t apply the film perfectly to the double-sided tape, meaning there’s any wrinkle to it, it allows air in. And if the window is very drafty, the air squeezing through any small gap can pull the film away from the tape over time.

[@crystallangan832]

And at least for me sounds like someone messing with a bag of chips when wind hits it outside.

[@AaronW315]

Yeah that's why I use painters tape to go over the edges. Ugly as sin, should keep it sealed and won't harm the paint

[@adorabledeplorable123]

@@AaronW315 Ah I'll use that, good idea- thanks!!

[@sandrafoxley735]

used bubble wrap last year (on double glazing) -big improvement - put it up again this year - good thing is you can take it off and use it again - you only use water to stick it to the window - plenty of vids on utube.......

[@chucky6367]

But then you can't see outside. I'd hate to be boxed in like that, l need to be able to see outside.

[@eurossocial]

Very good and helpful demonstration. Thank you. You have a new subscriber to your channel. 👍🏼😊

[@cyberknife82]

Thank you!! Straight to the point!!

[@russelljohnson1486]

Good job simple and to the point.

[@susiedupuy9532]

The only real problem I had was a too short cord on my hair dryer. My husband and I did this today and we are both in our 70s.

[@FruitCakeReaper]

They sell this new invention called extension cords. Have a warm Winter! 😊

[@monkeemash]

Good job. More than I've done yet on something like this little project. I'm sure you both managed to eventually improvise.

[@wendythanassi852]

Box cutter on the painted window frame?!

[@Posh_pennies]

Can you install on the outside to prevent insects from coming in through old wooden windows?

[@robertamaclean3384]

Thank you for your video! I was just planning to put the plastic up. You made it easier for me.

[@HomeServeUSA]

Happy to help!

[@JaneDoe-m7s]

Yes, just brilliant, thanks for posting and thank you KZbin ❤😂

[@daviddeornellis1384]

Just finished, broke my blinds and used a roll of tape but we got there 👍

[@HomeServeUSA]

@@daviddeornellis1384 All's well that ends well!

[@shofarmvt]

Thanks for showing the process. Your sealed windows at the beginning (minute 0.31) show a lot of moisture trapped...is this an issue for growing mold in the winter? Does it remain or dissipate? We're struggling with moisture on our double-glazed windows causing mold growth on the wood.

[@Dewsta26]

If you're in the UK, yes, mould will be a problem. Our climate and houses are basically crap crap crap.

[@radicalgreek99]

Use silica packets for moisture. You can also use products specifically made for moisture gathering in those areas.

[@twilatharp3386]

This is the best explanation anywhere. Thank you so much! 🙂🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄

[@harikyoki]

how do i do this to windows with no frame whatsoever?

[@caibaya8648]

I don't have this kit in my country. What type of plastic wrap could you use?

[@MsPinksock]

Incredibly challenging to separate the adhesive backing on tape.

[@zigwil153]

yes. put tape on a heat register, or use a hair dryer to warm it up... use a (new) sharp razor blade.

[@CM-1723]

Would this not make you get more mould in the house , due not being able to let fresh air in and damp air out ?

[@mckenziekeith7434]

This will actually reduce or eliminate condensation on the window pane.

[@chucky6367]

​@@mckenziekeith7434Maybe, but ld rather have fresh air and be able to open the window to ventilate when needed.

[@mayumidealbabarrera2927]

Would it help more if I put one on the outside too???

[@eidolonofficial]

Couldn't hurt.

[@markdorais2846]

Succinctly and well stated. Thank you so much. 👍👍👍👍👍

[@Noneyaviz13]

my only problem is if i ever want to open the window to refresh the house with some nice fresh air I cant.

[@richardyao9012]

Don’t do that

[@BennyBornAgain]

That’s not a huge problem if you live somewhere cold.

[@bohemiandream590]

What do I do if I already did this to my windows and yet my apartment is still drafty and cold

[@user-li1kj1ds7i]

I don’t get how you cut it a few inches bigger and not have it struggle to seamlessly adhere around the frame. When I do that, it almost has to fold to adhere

[@jenniferjones6076]

Was it hard to remove the wrap in the spring?

[@annetrabowman6508]

No it isnt

[@tenaciousoptimistcoaching]

Thank you so much ! Great help for insulating the windows 😊

[@johnwolf1475]

but you cant open the window...

[@JoshGerhards]

Which usually isn't a problem when you're trying to keep cold air outside

[@Whitney-y3t]

How do you do this if you live in an apartment with no frame? Don't want to take paint off drywall.

[@JohnAdamIan2]

any concerns with moisture build up and deposits between the plastic and window?

[@Youtube..Enjoyer]

I think it would be smart to vent out the room before applying the film. That way the airgap would be dry so no condensation.

[@JohnAdamIan2]

@@KZbin..Enjoyer Thanks. I checked the humidity in the room too, and it's quite low, so that should help too.

[@mckenziekeith7434]

This should either reduce or eliminate condensation on the window pane.

[@rodgersayles0707]

Do you think this delivers any sound deading too? That is what ibneed

[@torontoson6954]

Who else needs to do this right now but can’t go to the hardware store and is about to use saran wrap 🙋‍♂️

[@finewineonly1316]

I'll try this again but it has NEVER worked this way 4 me

[@RavenBlaze]

I clean the sticking surface with rubbing alcohol and use clean packing tape on the edges of the film.

[@HomeServeUSA]

@@RavenBlaze Great tips! Thank you!

[@alexonline2340]

thank youuu this is exactly what i needed!

[@selenemarotta7842]

what can I do if I need to open the window?

[@Zemar97]

open doors...

[@skittles2055]

Lol the spouse jokes 😄 cute

[@elvishassassin1]

How are you supposed to open the window?

[@kismat_rana]

What is the difference between thick window glass vs thin plastic ? I mean does that thin plastic reflects outside cold which glass couldn't ?

[@HomeServeUSA]

@@kismat_rana It creates a pocket of trapped air that acts as insulation, like when you dress in layers for winter.

[@NeilWNC]

I was right there with him...until he used a box cutter to trim the plastic. Unless you have surgical precision, it's sure to also cut a thin score line on the underlying frame. There's gotta be a better way!

[@kalebell33]

Lay a ruler down lol any scrap material to cut on. It isn’t that hard, but I’ll agree he gave it the ole landlord treatment with the knife

[@skittles2055]

I did have to cringe a little there

[@bigcountry7135]

Instant follow after that’s a wrap

[@hermitally419]

How will you open the window?

[@JoshGerhards]

You can't

[@evanc2148]

Can you do this for doors too?

[@noname-mu6kn]

I wouldn’t bc how u gonna get through it

[@DavideNastri]

But can you open windows with this?

[@Trashcan-Man]

@@DavideNastri no

[@MisterF_1984]

Does anybody know how long these last? And if you need to remove them, is it easy enough to do so?

[@SamWasHere]

last as long as you leave them on.... they're plastic. so one winter season and replace them next year. Not good cost savings imo

[@DS-qw1tp]

I wrapped a window last winter and it’s still holding strong. Helps that it’s a window my kids can’t reach

[@chucky6367]

​@@DS-qw1tpDon't you ever open your windows for fresh air though?

[@arancienne]

how do you open the window

[@jillsyillsy]

You don't. You're sealed in for the entire season. This is why we leave one window undone per room, in case of fire.

[@lazarus3.023]

@@jillsyillsy…it’s plastic my guy, I think you can defeat it pretty easily if your life depended on getting out of that window

[@flyharvey6666]

Thumbs up for cold spouse joke

[@crushcan5157]

Okay boomer

[@SaraChumley]

Good video

[@HomeServeUSA]

@@SaraChumley 🙏

[@Travelling688]

My plastic sheet keeps coming off the sealing tape

[@user-li1kj1ds7i]

Heat the tape

[@trevorthompson9404]

for extra protection, can you caulk first, and then add the plastic wrap?

[@eagle2D2]

So basically, we buy window film from the store and follow the manufacturer’s instructions, great tip. I don’t think I would have thought about doing that. I’m glad I found this video.

[@angelximara6566]

How does one open the window after placing plastic?

[@laloajuria4678]

you dont

[@bhatrayees2761]

Very impressive and funny

[@HomeServeUSA]

why thank you 😁

[@SheriHughes-o3p]

Thank you

[@TOTYIOU]

Awesome!

[@dianaumstead2946]

It does work I've done my

[@artspark7697]

How do you get the tape residue off in the Spring?

[@Suddenlycalm]

Hair dryer.

[@erikmorales8688]

U don’t

[@Suddenlycalm]

Goo Gone.

[@sharonl6202]

@@Suddenlycalm Or Goof Off

[@friendlydog-p4t]

Why do so many people hate their spouses?

[@eb7027]

59% of all marriages end in divorce.

[@SuperLuckao]

Except in hot weather plastic will leach gasses and u get to breathethem in. Im too scared to do it. Plastic isa carcogin

[@NemZro]

had my headphones on too high and looked hard to my right at 1:31

[@jessefoulk]

I've got curious/pokey hole in everything kind of kids. They would poke their fingers thru this within 24hrs of installing it. The same as looking your finger in the new paper towel plastic wrapping cuz you just have to. I've been looking for an alternative to this plastic wrapping answer though. Maybe something for the outside.

[@OriginalBlackmoore]

You can put these outside! I find it far more practical in dealing with condensation

[@peterkim5406]

Just use 3 M double side if you don't want to leave mess after you remove the plastic film

[@ishtiaquemahmood7815]

Brilliant

[@susieweeks7377]

But doesn't this mean you won't be able to open your windows

[@NiyoMalik]

Great video and hilarious joke!

[@gonchi69]

Is this also suitable for double glassing?

[@preetis9776]

Even when your spouse is not around 😂

[@ladyjayd9100]

Y’all wanna do it cheap? Saran Wrap, electric tape and a fuckton of patience. I just did it and I live in Newfoundland where it’s basically winter for half the year.

[@dalton9313]

Does it work well? I'm cold😆

[@Roughneckjarhead]

Even with the extra space as an air gap, I don't get how a 1 mil sheet of plastic insulates anything at all whatsoever. This seems like a scam. Anyone have any proof this works? As in an HVAC system being able to reach higher or lower temps?

[@skittles2055]

It would block/help keep out cold air flowing in from un-perfectly-sealed windows

[@bobbyscar27]

I don’t have a hair dryer I’m bald! I’m sure it’ll be fine, right?

[@reccocon3442]

Need better semi permanent solution for a case of 14 windows in house. That's least $140 +air/purifier/ filter needing clean air as result. And a pet or 2 - there goes the thin plastic. So an internal frame, thicker mil plastic -though it'll look like a construction zone due to diffused plastic, but would be a better suit. Could cost any where from 5x -10x as initial thin plastic = $500 >> $1000; could pay itself in about 5 yrs. Better warmer than colder esp not feeling a draft(s).

[@keeloraz9452]

I am glad you have solved the draft problem in your house. Now spouse, same as before, take a clear plastic sheet and put it over ....... 😁

[@sunflowerspanda]

Even when your spouse isn’t around 😂

[@jennymcdonald4251]

Easy, maybe, but cheap? Those kits run at least $20 per window.

[@nellywolf8908]

So you don't air that room at all then? Good luck with growing mould. I don't understand how you can suggest sealing the window without access to open it!

[@johnnycash7803]

You open your window in the dead of winter?

[@ivancalgary]

even if you don’t open your window -your furnace is bringing the air from outside into your house but in warmer condition -so you actually do have circulation-and when weather is better open door for draft for a bit

[@Linusrox123]

I have rooms in my home with windows which do not open and there is no mold, because I control the moisture in my home. But in the dead of winter I do not keep my windows open. In any case, these kits have been sold for decades, and I have used them but this year I made simple wooden frames to stick the plastic to. Then should I need to open a window, I can pop it out.

[@tlsmith4605]

You think that "air" will stop mold growth? I dont know where you live, but where I live there is so much moisture in the air outside it would probably make things worse. Mold likes dark, damp, wet warm spaces. I assure you the dead of winter is not going to cause mold growth. if there is a mist of clorox will shut it down PDQ.

[@Bb-tc3br]

Thanks for asking the stupidest question on KZbin

[@Doritbardola]

I’m going to try this my house is really drafty

[@HomeServeUSA]

Let us know how it goes!

[@aliali-ce3yf]

did it work?

[@brianmccafferty1470]

Hey you’re on a tv commercial!

[@Ichigoeki]

Wouldn't it be better to just install an insulated window as a long-term solution? You'll have to do this every single year otherwise.

[@crystalvera9560]

@ichigoeki if u rent an apartment they usually have cheap, drafty windows 😢

[@LCculater]

Way too much work ?

[@ahorseisahorseofcourse]

The room warms and lights up when my spouse is around... who hurt you man???

[@matthewjschmitz]

🤣🤣🤣Well then you don't need to insulate your windows!

[@KigurumiAlice]

Condensation 😮😅😅😅

[@Mamariesling]

TOOTSIES!

[@28105wsking]

Why in the world do married men find it necessary to make little cutting remarks about their wives? They are our first loves, our first protectors, the fathers of our darlings, and we wash their dirty laundry daily and feed them, keep their caves clean, and do whatever we can to make life fun, comfy, and beautiful! With so much care, love, and responsibility coming from us, shouldn't little digs be off-limits? Particularly in public! How rude! You should be ashamed. That isn't funny at all. You could make appreciative and praising remarks instead, you know. Women very often feel physically colder than men do. All of us. So thank you.

[@matthewjschmitz]

The video literally says "spouse" not "wife," and was very intentional, deliberate and sincere about doing so.

[@jasonjase8661]

Big film kit controls window insolation. This film sucks. The insolation sucks and it looks horrible

[@HomeServeUSA]

@jasonjase8661 It's certainly not a perfect or permanent solution but it's quick, cheap and effective enough as a Band-Aid fix.

[@paintlady]

The wife hating isn’t funny

[@mr8966]

The window film is a fing ripoff. Buy regular plasticthese manufacturers get away with massive orofit margins by selling a five foot piece of saran wrap because it’s ‘clear’. Gimme a break.

[@idk-cq9fe]

This man a legend, even cracks a joke 😂😂

[@jman1145]

Poor people can't even afford a H-vac

[@Whitney-y3t]

How do you do this if you live in an apartment with no frame? Don't want to take paint off drywall.