3 Ways to Get More Privacy at Home

In today's harried and ever increasingly frenetic world, the phrase “our home is our castle” is truer than ever before. We need a refuge to escape the stress of the world, a place where we can feel comfortable and secure and free from the jostling and prying eyes of the outside world. Having this special place lets us relax and lower our stress levels, and nurture ourselves so we can once again face the challenging times.

When we are in our home, it's our private space. The last thing we want is people looking into our dwelling, and seeing our family or our belongings. In days of old, we designed castles with moats around them to protect them and keep them free. While that's no longer possible, there are some steps you can take to make sure you get more privacy at home today.

Install Tinted Window Film

If you'd like to have the luxury of privacy in your own home, but still want there to be plenty of light then installing frosted window film could be the perfect solution. When you use this film, you'll get all the privacy you need but inside your house it will still be bright and cheerful.

With frosted window film, the light can still come through but you are free from wandering eyes and visual intrusions. This option preserves the elegant look of your home, and lets you feel completely safe inside.

Add Window Coverings to Your Rooms

Another way to keep people from seeing into your home is to add window coverings such as curtains, blinds or shutters to your rooms. Curtains and blinds can be cost-effective, and when closed provide a barrier that keeps your private goings-on private.

Shutters provide another option if you are considering installing window coverings. With blinds or shutters, you can angle the louvers to let some light in although you will lose complete privacy when you do so.

Use Landscaping to Shelter Your Home

While you could use a fence to create a barrier around your home, it might be preferable to use landscaping to help maintain your privacy. Tall plants or shrubs can effectively conceal your windows while still providing attractive greenery and letting light in to your home.

If you have second story neighbors nearby, a tall tree can shield your living area or bedrooms from the neighbor's view. A landscaper can helps you with your project and provide appropriate design ideas and recommendations.