Blacking out double pane windows?

[jh812]

I don't think anyone will guarantee two layers of film. Doesn't matter if it is safe for dual pane or not. If you can buy the other stuff locally you could always give it a shot. sounds like your partner just need some sleeping medicine.

[MikeMN]

[jh812]

Only problem with those is your wake up and think you're blind.

[Guest cjtd]

Masks? Tried 'em. Too uncomfortable. Drugs? Probably not a good idea. Foil? I'd actually be open to that idea, if you're serious.

 

My biggest concern is that whatever I try will break the dual pane seal. In your unofficial scentific opinion, would a layer of white opaque facing the sun on either the outside or inside of the window with a layer of black opaque behind it break the window? Since it's all about heat building up between the panes, wouldn't white reflect enough of it? Some of the light would get through and hit the black layer, but would it would be enough to cause damage? Can someone test this for me who finds this sort of thing fun?

[Guest cjtd]

My biggest concern is that whatever I try will break the dual pane seal. In your unofficial scentific opinion, would a layer of white opaque facing the sun on either the outside or inside of the window with a layer of black opaque behind it break the window? Since it's all about heat building up between the panes, wouldn't white reflect enough of it? Some of the light would get through and hit the black layer, but would it would be enough to cause damage? Can someone test this for me who finds this sort of thing fun?

 

Still wondering about this. That's cool if noone can tell me for sure.

[MikeMN]

 

My biggest concern is that whatever I try will break the dual pane seal. In your unofficial scentific opinion, would a layer of white opaque facing the sun on either the outside or inside of the window with a layer of black opaque behind it break the window? Since it's all about heat building up between the panes, wouldn't white reflect enough of it? Some of the light would get through and hit the black layer, but would it would be enough to cause damage? Can someone test this for me who finds this sort of thing fun?

 

Still wondering about this. That's cool if noone can tell me for sure.

 

 

You would be fine with either of the films Tom and I had suggested depending on your glass, however if you still have concerns you could install the film I had suggested on the outside with the white side out and with black adhesive side on the glass. 

 

I used it on this job.

 

 

 

Inside view.

 

[Ocala]

The seals can break even without film being installed. If you are not concerned about how the window appears, I would just install one layer of blackout on the outside of the window and seal it with a black silicone bead and be done with it. 

[jh812]

The seals can break even without film being installed. If you are not concerned about how the window appears, I would just install one layer of blackout on the outside of the window and seal it with a black silicone bead and be done with it.

thank you!

[Guest cjtd]

Hi, guys. Thanks again for helping. I got the Solyx SXF-5050 and it seems to be working, although it's hard to tell because a sliver of light is still coming through around the edges where I cut it. Would this type of silicone sealant work fine for filling in the gaps? Dunno if I'll need 3 oz. Found a 1 oz tube of a different brand as well.

[RockyDaz]

You just want your silicone sealant to be non acetic or 'neutral cure' of the appropriate colour.

Most roof and gutter sealants and kitchen and bathroom sealants will come in a non acetic option.

You want a caulking gun and a tube of the silicone to suit.