Frosted windows

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Our kitchen is at the front of the house and below a pavement. The blind is ugly. I was going to replace the blind when I noticed the neighbours have frosted glass instead. We need one or the other as people always look in as they pass. I think frosted windows could be good as then it might be lighter.
Are they expensive or complicated to install? Any advice? Thanks

You can buy frosted window film which sticks on to normal glass.

It is very easy to install

As @Geneticsbunny said, unless you really want to spend a lot of money replacing windows, use a film. I recently installed film on my en-suite bathroom window, which was clear glass at the back of the house, and the previous owners used nets, which I think look naff. Make sure you follow the instructions, cover the glass in soapy (washing up liquid) water, and it's easy to position and remains fixed. There are loads of designs, but I went for Flamingos for a bit of fun (realise you may want something more serious!) Privacy Frosted Window Film Decorative Etched Glass Victorian Self Adhesive | eBay £20

I used a window frosting spray off Amazon by Polar I think. Worked perfectly!

I think not being able to see out of the window at all might turn out to be a bit depressing (e.g. if you spend ages washing up and the sink is under the window).

How about going old fashioned with a curtain pole starting at shoulder height-ish with either net curtains or nice curtains (that don't get in the way of sink/water) down to just above worktop level?

Those temporary frosting films are a bit of a PITA to put on properly.

When we move our current front door and replace it with a window, I want the window to be clear glass and have one of this designers window films on it.
https://www.hannahnunn.co.uk/collections/window-film

I used to have a window similar to this, I used the frosting film that pp has mentioned but I left a few clear glass stripes so that I could still peep out but unless they stood and purposefully peered, people couldn't see in.

There are also some really nice patterned ones available now too. Have a look on Amazon.

We have just put the frosting film up- it’s cheap so I figured it’s worth trying it. What I have found though is exactly what a pp said and I miss being able to see out. Therefore might replace it with one with clear stripes

I would miss being able to see out as well. I would rather replace a blind There are some really nice one with day-nights strips etc.

Purl Frost have some lovely window films, including art deco and stained glass styles. They cut to measure too.

Thank you. We used the window stickers in another room and weren't happy with them but maybe we need to attach them better. I'll have another look.

What about these blinds op? I have a friend who has them, they look really smart, give privacy while still allowing you to see through them

www.dunelm.com/product/day-and-night-white-daylight-roller-blind-1000164525

You can get 'mirrored ' window film. People looking in just see their reflection but from the inside you can see out clearly.

I was just about to suggest the Day and Night blinds, but @thedogisstaring has already linked.

I have them at a sliding window and I can keep window open while keeping the flies and other critturs out! They also allow me to see out, but others can't see in.

Day and night blinds might work. Thank you.