camryguy wrote the following:
Ughh, yes, I have used the blasted stuff and hated it. It took more
fuss to just put the stupid stuff on then what its worth. I found with
it, that over a few months, on windows above heaters, the double sided
tape would dry out and lose effectiveness, hence allowing the plastic
wrap to fall or become useless. And kids seemed to enjoy poking holes
into it or playing with it until it rips. Honestly, if I were you, I
would either replace the windows or go to a building recycler as
stated above. 9/10 times they will have an aluminum window that will
cover beautifully already there. If not, they are really easy to take
apart and customize for your application. Good Luck, hope this helps.

My basement windows are 30" x 16-1/2" and are the hopper type that can
be reversed to open in from the top or bottom. The film was on the
outside of the window frame and was taped to the frame. I couldn't put
it on the inside because the latch was in the way. There is also a bug
screen outside that protects the film from flying stones or other debris
when mowing. The film never deteriorated or became damaged.
I did replace the film with a more permanent acrylic sheet that fit
nicely into a recess around the outside of the frame.
But still, the film did provide enough of a difference in temps for me
to buy the acrylic sheets.

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Bill
In Hamptonburgh, NY
In the original Orange County. Est. 1683
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