The only cost that you will incur for this project is for the aluminum foil and tape, so it is an economical solution to a common problem.
Things You Will Need
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Measure the window you would like to cover with the cardboard shutter. You will want to measure the window's glass, not the frame, to get an accurate measurement for this project.
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Cut four pieces of cardboard to the same size as your window.
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Cover one side of two pieces of cardboard with aluminum foil by taping the foil to the cardboard.
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Sandwich the cardboard without foil between the two pieces of cardboard that are covered in foil. Make sure the foil-covered sides are facing outwards. If done correctly, the "bread" of the sandwich will be foil and the "meat" will be cardboard.
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Tape the cardboard sandwich together. Use several strips of tape on each side to make the shutter sturdy.
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Tape the shutter to your window using one long strip of tape for each side of the shutter. The cardboard will insulate your home from the cold, and the aluminum foil will insulate your home from the heat by reflecting the sun's rays.
The Drip Cap
- Your windows could be costing you money.
- The only cost that you will incur for this project is for the aluminum foil and tape, so it is an economical solution to a common problem.
- Cut four pieces of cardboard to the same size as your window.
- The cardboard will insulate your home from the cold, and the aluminum foil will insulate your home from the heat by reflecting the sun's rays.