How to Opaque a window?

[davidnewname]

My Caravan has a clear window in the rear toilet, which is stupid and means that we have to keep the blind down, does anyone have any ideas on how to make it opaque, Sticky stuff?, sandblasting? etc.

 

[Gabsgrandad]

I agree with you entirely, who has clear glass in their bathroom windows at home. I have covered several caravan toilet windows with Fablon (available at craft shops etc.) We have either removed the window to fit the Fablon or done it in situ. You can make an excellent job with it.

Just an aside on one new van I bought I /we told the dealer we would buy the van if it had a frosted/opaque toilet window. Hesitated a bit but the manufacturer (Lunar) fitted one. So if your buying new have a go!!!

 

[Robtel]

Agree with you on that one. I "modified" mine some time ago and posted details and a set of before and after photos if anyone wants a look.

http://www.carryoncamping.org/viewtopic.php?t=6092
Wasn't difficult to do.

Robert

 

[Ancientcaravanner]

I would suggest the film for covering windows. Loads of firms on the net. It is easy to apply and once up doesn't come off easily.

 

[Damian]

Whichever solution you choose, be aware that the glue on some sticky back products can react badly with the plastic window and cause crazing and window failure.

 

[Robtel]

I posted my original reply very shortly before the forum website changed and although I left a gap before and after the link in that post during the site changeover those gaps were lost making it difficult to use the link. Therefore I have reposted the link to the photographs and the info.
http://www.carryoncamping.org/viewtopic.php?t=6092
As Damian correctly points out the adhesive can affect the windows, so using a separate sheet of plastic avoids that problem.
Robert

 

[xtrailman]

pull the blind down, thats what we do at home, over our frosted glass window.

In a caravan you have lights, pull the blind down and use them.

We wouldn't buy a caravan unless the shower window is clear, hate the closed in feeling that frosted glass gives.

 

[emmitdb]

Greetings David,

Could I ask what caravan you have. It wouldn't happen to be a Series V Pageant would it.?