New Year’s Resolution Tip #10 of 12 – Window Insulation Kit

Estimated Cost: $10-20

Ease of Install: Easy

Other Notes: Drafty windows are one of the biggest issues when trying to stay warm in the winter. Window insulation kits are a great solution to fix this problem – the kits usually consist of a thin sheet of plastic and double sided tape. The plastic film is placed on the inside of the window keeping another layer of protection between the warm air inside and the cold air outside, performing like a storm window.

To install:

1. Clean the frame around the window on the inside of the house.
2. Measure the window frame you want to insulate.
3. Cut the film the size of the window, giving about 5 or 6 extra inches on each side.
4. Measure, cut, and place the double sided tape to the frame of your window.
5. Place the clear film on the tape, keeping it as taunt as you can.
6. Take a hair blow dryer and blow hot air at the window film to shrink it and tighten in your window frame.