I didn’t want strangers peeking into my home but couldn’t afford to fork out for curtains – an £8 buy was a lifesaver
A THRIFTY man has revealed how he gave his home more privacy without forking out for new curtains.
Although curtains are essential to keep strangers’ eyes out of your home, there’s no denying they can often be a pricey addition – especially if you want a full-length set.
However, one Facebook user, Chris Lamb, recently revealed how he used an affordable online bargain as an alternative.
According to Chris, who’s currently in the process of renovating his home, he wasn’t able to afford curtains and needed to come up with a solution for the meantime.
After some scrolling on the mega marketplace Amazon, the online shopper stumbled across gorgeous rainbow window film – that was scanning for less than a tenner.
He told fellow home interior fans on the popular DIY On A Budget Official page that you can also find the same bargain buy on rival eBay.
The best part? Not only do the windows now look gorgeous and have a nice pop of colour, Chris also added that it was a faff-free process to apply them.
He said in his post: ”Easy to put on with water and a bit of washing-up liquid in a spray.”
According to the description online, this privacy window film can stick to the glass without any glue.
Due to technology of static, it’s easy to install and shoppers ca use it over and over again.
One the film has been removed, you won’t have to worry about sticky residue, the online listing claimed.
Another great feature is that the purse-friendly window film can block out a whopping ”84% UVA rays and 99% UVB rays”.
Whether you’re after a rainbow peeking through or have a stained glass effect, there are plenty of options options on Amazon – and there’s one to fit every budget.
Sharing his epic home makeover on the platform, Chris wrote in the caption: ”Rainbow window film £8 for some privacy until I can afford some blinds or curtains.
”Very Brighton I suppose,” he chuckled.
10 DIY hacks for under £1 each
These simple and affordable DIY hacks can help you get creative while saving money
Homemade Air Freshener:
Mix baking soda with a few drops of your favorite essential oil. Place it in a small jar with a perforated lid to keep your home smelling fresh.
Upcycled Tin Can Planters:
Clean and paint empty tin cans to use as stylish planters for herbs or small plants.
Custom Phone Stand:
Use a sturdy piece of cardboard or an old plastic credit card to create a custom phone stand. Decorate it with washi tape or paint.
DIY Lip Scrub:
Combine sugar and a bit of honey or coconut oil to make a natural lip scrub. Store in a small container.
Personalised Bookmarks:
Use old greeting cards or decorative paper to create unique bookmarks. Punch a hole at the top and add a ribbon for a finishing touch.
Decorative Mason Jars:
Paint or decoupage old mason jars to use as decorative vases, storage containers, or candle holders.
Easy Cable Organiser:
Use empty toilet paper rolls to organize cables and cords. Decorate the rolls with colorful paper or tape.
Magnetic Spice Jars:
Attach small magnets to the lids of small jars and stick them to a metal board or fridge for easy-access spice storage.
Handmade Coasters:
Cut out squares from old corkboard or felt and decorate them with paint or fabric to create custom coasters.
Natural All-Purpose Cleaner:
Mix equal parts water and white vinegar in a spray bottle. Add a few drops of essential oil for a pleasant scent. Use it to clean surfaces around your home.
Since being posted on the page, which has more than a whopping 2.2million members, the transformation has taken the internet by storm.
Many rushed to praise Chris for the cost-effective solution.
One woman said: ”It looks lovely, I have done our whole conservatory with this film it, looks lovely.”
Another added: ”I’ve done same kids kept breaking my blinds so took them down and put this up.”
A fellow DIY fan also raved about the affordable bargain: ”I have that window film I love it when the sun hits the room fills with rainbow.”
