I just wanted to say thanks for putting these DIY videos up. I have noticed that "ghost blind" lowered their price down to $250. But I am still going to make my own I like to say I did/built that. Some of your viewers just want to complain so to them I say go buy the original. I am going to try the same thing on some coroplast which should cut the cost even more and make it lighter, I'll let you know if it works. Keep up the great videos for us DIY'ers.
GREAT idea bud!!! I made one using ideas from your vid and corrugated plastic for sign making. Got the corrugated plastic from a garage sale, super cheap. Made my blind with lots of extra material left over for around $60! Thanks for the idea!
@bowhunter4e Iceman - I didn't mean to upset you, I just figured you were misinformed about the price. Actually, I was also wrong myself about the price at Cabela's- it's $239 not $249 with carry strap & tie down kit. As I told you before, we don't have any problems with people making their own blind afterall, this is America. I am sure you will agree everyone needs to know the real cost so they can make an informed decision. Keep up the good work, we love your videos.
Lowe's has a hefty price on a sheet of 1/4" plexi glass. OPTIX brand at Lowes is $230.00. self adhesive film is around $3.00 per sq\ft. Adding hardware and paint brings the price to the same as the actual "Casper" blind. Unless you have plexiglass laying around it seems that you're better off getting one already made. Edit: Nice job. Doesn't look "thrown" together.
DUDE! That's awesome. I probably can afford the real deal at 3 bills, but I absolutely LOVE to do it my self. It's kind of an addiction. Plus I can use that extra money I saved to blow on something else. And make more than one too - so my kids can use them when we hunt. I wouldnt want to have to buy 3 of those things, but I can make 3 and enjoy doing it too! Thanks for your time filming and explaining - Keep 'em coming!
I'm one that owns a ghostblind and recently bought the run-and-gun style. But yeah you pull this off pretty good. I still rather pay and rely on craftsmanship from a professional then my own, mainly because if I do a bad job of it that's money I just threw away. We all know hunting isn't cheap and it is what it is. But this is a good video well done sir!. Blue collard for life!
Nice dude! very cool video! I saw that you can buy mirrored acrylic and I'm thinking about making my own from that and using your video! thanks for posting this!
Cool thanks for sharing this project with us. Only one suggestion I think you need to fold the Casper blind so the mirror side is inside wend folded. This way your not sending a signal that you are coming. I believe I will build one for next year. But mine will be a Spooky Blind..
@tatoo190 its kind of hard to explain...but I'll try. there are 4 panels, panel 1, 2, 3, 4 panels 1 and 4 have a rope staked to the ground behind the blind panels 2 and 3 (center panels) there is a gap between panels 1 &2, 2&3, 3&4 so with the blind up, you stake down panels 1 & 4 behind the blind then slide the ball end of the other ropes in between the 1&2 gap, and then the 3&4 gap pull those ropes tight and stake them in the ground (try drawing it out and numbering the panels)
4' by 8' corrugated plastic cardboard may be cheaper and making use of mylar space blankets may save money and be lighter for transport. Haven't tried it yet though.
love your DIY vids man please keep them coming done the wrist sling and my buddy loved them so I guess I shouldnt of showed them cause now I get to make 6 of them lol def gonna do the blind to NICE
This was a brilliant idea from the guy who originally thought of it but it would be difficult to patent and its so easy to make one yourself, you dont need a tooled up factory with specialist tools. No doubt the original one will be better, the carrying harness etc but hey at $300 for the basic panels then extra for the harness $400+ shipping it will not be cheap. Im going to make one .
Finding this 8 years later and looking at building one. do you think masonite would work? Lighter and I wouldn't have to coat the back (except for extra durability/waterproofing
I'm just wondering how much cheaper is this to build .because plexi, window tent and all the other supplies are not cheap and the casper blind is only $198.00 at amazon w/free shipping and wouldnt it be cheaper to use mylar and 1/4/ plywood
@wadevb1 what I should have done in the video is sit in the weeds alone and then bring the blind in, the truth of the matter is there really wasn't a whole lot of foliage in front, and like I said in the video, I've found that the blind is really effective behind a little bit of brush, like a hall of mirrors effect. I don't pull any punches with my videos, if i'm not happy with something, you guys know it. Im not makin any money off of these things, so why try and lie? Thanks for the input
Yeah, placement will be crucial. I agree with where you put it in the video. But I would think most of us, who camo up and hunt, would know the best practices already. Obviously, you wouldn't put one in front of a tree. Unless you're trying to get that levitating tree affect!
@walinga5 I do these videos for people like me, who can't afford to drop $500 on a hunting blind, people who would rather have the satisfaction of saying "I made that myself"....I'm not saying they have a bad product- as a matter of fact, it's an amazing product full of ingenuity. If I had the money to buy one, i might have...but I didn't- so I made something similar that cost a fraction. People who can buy these- I urge you TO buy them, but for guys like me who like the satisfaction....DIY!!!
It seems like a couple layers of silver metallic spray paint would accomplish roughly the same effect with a lot less time and money investment. Thanks for the video! Also, a knot or two would serve the same purpose as the black plastic balls.
hey man great vid and project. Off for the holidays and i have a new project. This will also work for wildlife photography..... and maybe add some slots for camera lens on top and on the bottom of the blind. Thank you man send more videos
me, i just take camo spraypaints, a roll of camo tape for hinging and 1/4" 4x8' lauan/plywood underlayment and make my blinds. Supper easy and, all for about 30 buicks
I went real cheap with mine and actually made a couple of bucks ..... I found an old rear projection screen TV in the craigslist free section they have very shiny mylar mirrors in the back (some have real mirrors other uses for them ) ... any how I scraped the copper and lead from the TV made 6 bucks and use the mirror in the back it is very light weight and already has a frame around it ... made a nice mirror hunting shield ..
This is a pretty kool project, but so far I'm up to $325 bucks in material costs. Right now I can go and get the real deal predator blind, carrying case and have it shipped here for about the same price or at least if the sale doesn't end because they're on sale right. Now this would change if I ordered the extension set(s). Now another thing is that Ghostblind orders their materials in bulk which reduces their manufacturing costs dramatically. But I'd still buy both of them though.
------------------------- Casper the Friendly Deer Blind ------------------------- Wow! Thanks for the bright idea. I always look for cheaper ways to copy expensive hunting equipment! I cannot afford the high end hunting clothing and equipment so thank you very much! Bill
Hey, the problem is you put the blind behind a bunch of weeds in the last shot, we can't see if it works the same way as the uhh original. Does it work or doesn't it? Also, they have it fold like an accordion so that the reflective sides fold together and the outside when you carry it is the camo.
My only question is why use heavy, expensive plexi? The product, (Gila window film) will work mounted onto light plastic hollow core boards, or even ridgid foam insulating board.
So I just bought the blind that you don't refer to in this video I wished I'd have seen this first . I thought about the same thing but the tint I had wasn't nearly as good as what you used....can I get a brand name that you used?
I am wanting to know how much you spent to make this blind versus the cost to purchase the blind? Could you please inform us the cost of the build please
@terriergal no its not a problem, like I said in the video that the most effective way to use this blind (what I have found with the homemade one anyway) is to put it behind some sort of brush...I only had the blind about 1 foot inside the weeds, if I was sitting on a bucket instead, you would def. see me. The blind I made folds like an accordian as well, I made the decision to do it the way that I did because I would rather have 3 hinges showing than 6
@vendettaxs I tried on a small piece I had left from a roof and yes it does look wavy compared to a flat surface . I not yet got around to making one of these things out of anything at the moment , but the polycarbonate would work I think as long as the animals arn't opticians, a fabric hide isnt perfectly blended to the surroundings either.
Very cool. If you have trouble peeling large amounts of film at once without messing it up, couldn't you just do small pieces and put it on your mounting board one piece at a time with a little overlap (or without)?
@bowhunter4e I know you said that, but I thought you meant a SMALL amount of brush. ...even in the pix where the 'brand name' is completely exposed you can see the top line of the blind. In yours you can't see it. The blind really excels in being stuck out in the middle of nowhere, which is where I want to use it,in meadows or crop fields where deer come out of the woods. I want to be out in the plain grass facing the woods. if I sit on the edge of the brush, they will see me from the back.
@wadevb1 Yeah at 11.29 where the blind is in the middle of the yellow foliage it seems pointless, and on the grass in front you would just get a solid grass reflection against the yellow.........this seems to be a small restriction for its use but overall a great idea.
Good info. Gonna see if my father-in-law (or bro-in-laws) can make one. If i did it, the panels would be upside down and the film would have bubbles in it (you should see the screen protector my cell phone - lol). It would end up costing me more than buying the original.
I am going to be making a full size box blind to hold 2 hunters using the Mylar reflective film of a 2mil thickness. As long as the top is angled down it will work like a dream. I am only doing the 2 sides and the very front of the blind. The back will remain painted wood in natural colors (camo). I will make and post a video of it within the next 3 months so be on the lookout for it. Check for my future videos on TexasTrioHunting here on RUclips. Thanks and happy hunting brothers and sisters.
Good stuff bro. Good stuff. Ps folks: The plexiglass allows u too see through the little viewing windows so u don't have a floating head poking around in the middle of a field! :-) silly hunters. And the guy who said "the deer will see me from behind!" Really???? Make two if them! It's called a circle!
Looks great. Any chance i can get some more detail about top portion: shooting slot dimensions. Also one quick question. Math says anything closer than 20 feet will see itself in mirror. Has this ever been a problem?
Just curious, I was told by a person who does car and truck windows that this film won't stick to aacrylic very long. Have you had any problem with it peeling off?
@Ghostblindcom It's funny...I'm not sure if you are trying to play off the whole "I have nothing to do with ghostblind" story, but I'll play along "mr.ghostblindcom"...I got the $500 figure that I was talking about from your...oh sorry...ghostblinds websiteThe deluxe package that included the carrying straps, storage bag, etc. etc. etc....you know, the same shit that should be included when you buy something. The $500 figure was (I believe)
The "soulution" that either came with the tint or you bought is not nessecary.All you have to have is soapy water.We used Johnson's baby shampoo and mix with water at the install shop tinting windows.
I think you do GB a disservice.. considering the time it takes to make one, added to the costs you encountered you would end up to about what they charge. the beauty of DIY is you get to save that money for yourself. for me, the ultra cheais to get the mirrored film on ebay (not window film, actual mirror film) and glue it to cardboard from a refrigerator.. total cost about $40... One question, does your work well with so small an angle? Is not GB about 3' top and 2' bottom?
@Ghostblindcom are the guys and gals who WOULD NOT spend that kind of money...go advertise somewhere else- that IS what you are trying to do...because my fans and the people who watch my videos are not falling for your plight....and to think, I was actually considering taking my videos OFF the internet....well....thank you mr. ghostblind....you have truly inspired me to do more videos...
You seem like a cool guy and you did an awesome build, but to be honest, the blind was placed behind quite a bit of foilage. I think I could have been concealed as easily with plain cardboard.
Also could you do this on some lighter material like plastic posterboard? I know that would be more easily blown around, but the plexiglas itself is kind of spendy isn't it?
Great Video, I’m going to make one ASAP. For the guys looking to save even more money go on Craigslist for plexiglass. I was looking for plexiglass to make windows for a box blind & the guy sold it cheap. He had 1/8 8’ x 4’ pcs for $5. I’m going to call him in the morning for ¼ 4’ x 8’ and get a few since I know a few friends will want one of these bad boys. Great job on the video!!! P.S. I think the mirrors made it look like 8 inches to your girlfriend. LOL
I think corrugated plastic would work better -You wouldn't have to paint it -It would have a serious weight advantage -Cheaper to construct -And significantly quieter
I have been looking at other cheaper materials for the main boards and the double layer polycarbonate hollow honeycombe sheets for conservatory roofing is much cheaper and will be lighter . It comes in 700mm wide X 2.4mtr £23, 3mtr £32 4mtr £55 lengths her in uk it could be hinged normally even though it is "hollow" or hinged with strong duck tape. comments on this would be welcome.
Honestly, the price for the commercial product, for what it is, is ridiculous even though it's a great idea. I was thinking of using corrugated plastic cardboard. I don't begrudge anyone for wanting to make a profit, but damn. They'd likely sell a lot more at a lower price.
Well just wanted to let you know the sheet of coroplast was cheaper and lighter but just got done putting mirror on it and it is not smooth enough for this project. The mirror sticks to it just not very clear thus loosing a good reflection, just FYI
@xchaos7 "I have noticed that "ghost blind" lowered their price down to $250." LMFAO....you gotta be shitting me...HAHAHA!!!! Nope, you're not!....awesome.
I just wanted to say thanks for putting these DIY videos up. I have noticed that "ghost blind" lowered their price down to $250. But I am still going to make my own I like to say I did/built that. Some of your viewers just want to complain so to them I say go buy the original. I am going to try the same thing on some coroplast which should cut the cost even more and make it lighter, I'll let you know if it works. Keep up the great videos for us DIY'ers.
GREAT idea bud!!! I made one using ideas from your vid and corrugated plastic for sign making. Got the corrugated plastic from a garage sale, super cheap. Made my blind with lots of extra material left over for around $60! Thanks for the idea!
@bowhunter4e Iceman - I didn't mean to upset you, I just figured you were misinformed about the price. Actually, I was also wrong myself about the price at Cabela's- it's $239 not $249 with carry strap & tie down kit. As I told you before, we don't have any problems with people making their own blind afterall, this is America. I am sure you will agree everyone needs to know the real cost so they can make an informed decision. Keep up the good work, we love your videos.
I'm going to make this but i'll use mirrored plexi glass, and stick camo fabric on the back, no messy film,or spraying, nice idea, thanks
Lowe's has a hefty price on a sheet of 1/4" plexi glass. OPTIX brand at Lowes is $230.00. self adhesive film is around $3.00 per sq\ft. Adding hardware and paint brings the price to the same as the actual "Casper" blind. Unless you have plexiglass laying around it seems that you're better off getting one already made.
Edit: Nice job. Doesn't look "thrown" together.
DUDE! That's awesome. I probably can afford the real deal at 3 bills, but I absolutely LOVE to do it my self. It's kind of an addiction. Plus I can use that extra money I saved to blow on something else. And make more than one too - so my kids can use them when we hunt. I wouldnt want to have to buy 3 of those things, but I can make 3 and enjoy doing it too! Thanks for your time filming and explaining - Keep 'em coming!
I'm one that owns a ghostblind and recently bought the run-and-gun style. But yeah you pull this off pretty good. I still rather pay and rely on craftsmanship from a professional then my own, mainly because if I do a bad job of it that's money I just threw away. We all know hunting isn't cheap and it is what it is. But this is a good video well done sir!. Blue collard for life!
Nice dude! very cool video! I saw that you can buy mirrored acrylic and I'm thinking about making my own from that and using your video! thanks for posting this!
I see Clint in the back ground. Awesome.
Cool thanks for sharing this project with us. Only one suggestion I think you need to fold the Casper blind so the mirror side is inside wend folded. This way your not sending a signal that you are coming. I believe I will build one for next year. But mine will be a Spooky Blind..
CAAASPER Blind... thats hilarious. Nice work.
@tatoo190 its kind of hard to explain...but I'll try.
there are 4 panels, panel 1, 2, 3, 4
panels 1 and 4 have a rope staked to the ground behind the blind
panels 2 and 3 (center panels)
there is a gap between panels 1 &2, 2&3, 3&4
so with the blind up, you stake down panels 1 & 4 behind the blind
then slide the ball end of the other ropes in between the 1&2 gap, and then the 3&4 gap
pull those ropes tight and stake them in the ground
(try drawing it out and numbering the panels)
You’re expressions are hilarious. Cheers
Watched a few of your vids. They were cool. Turning yourself into the invisible man! SOLD! SUBSCRIBED!
Thanks for posting this DIY it was cool, I'm planning on making mine this weekend..
4' by 8' corrugated plastic cardboard may be cheaper and making use of mylar space blankets may save money and be lighter for transport. Haven't tried it yet though.
Great video my blue collar brother!
Those cheap full length liteweight plastic mirrors u can purchase that women attach to there closet doors at home may make good DIY mirror blinds
they are heavy and break easily..I thought about that and decided against it for that reason
Like the idea and blind. How did the reflective film hold up to weather? Was it interior film or exterior?
love your DIY vids man please keep them coming done the wrist sling and my buddy loved them so I guess I shouldnt of showed them cause now I get to make 6 of them lol def gonna do the blind to NICE
This was a brilliant idea from the guy who originally thought of it but it would be difficult to patent and its so easy to make one yourself, you dont need a tooled up factory with specialist tools.
No doubt the original one will be better, the carrying harness etc but hey at $300 for the basic panels then extra for the harness $400+ shipping it will not be cheap. Im going to make one .
Finding this 8 years later and looking at building one. do you think masonite would work? Lighter and I wouldn't have to coat the back (except for extra durability/waterproofing
I'm just wondering how much cheaper is this to build .because plexi, window tent
and all the other supplies are not cheap and the casper blind is only $198.00 at
amazon w/free shipping and wouldnt it be cheaper to use mylar and 1/4/ plywood
Wouldn't that same idea work with plastic cardboard, and Mylar, with a squeadgy?
The Idea is the Bomb tho, bro, sweet.
I agree was going to say the same thing it will make everything lots easier to work with
@wadevb1 what I should have done in the video is sit in the weeds alone and then bring the blind in, the truth of the matter is there really wasn't a whole lot of foliage in front, and like I said in the video, I've found that the blind is really effective behind a little bit of brush, like a hall of mirrors effect. I don't pull any punches with my videos, if i'm not happy with something, you guys know it. Im not makin any money off of these things, so why try and lie? Thanks for the input
Yeah, placement will be crucial. I agree with where you put it in the video. But I would think most of us, who camo up and hunt, would know the best practices already. Obviously, you wouldn't put one in front of a tree. Unless you're trying to get that levitating tree affect!
Awesome video, thanks for advice on how to build my own "Casper blind".. 2 questions though. What was final cost, and what type I hinge did you use?
@walinga5 I do these videos for people like me, who can't afford to drop $500 on a hunting blind, people who would rather have the satisfaction of saying "I made that myself"....I'm not saying they have a bad product- as a matter of fact, it's an amazing product full of ingenuity. If I had the money to buy one, i might have...but I didn't- so I made something similar that cost a fraction. People who can buy these- I urge you TO buy them, but for guys like me who like the satisfaction....DIY!!!
It seems like a couple layers of silver metallic spray paint would accomplish roughly the same effect with a lot less time and money investment. Thanks for the video!
Also, a knot or two would serve the same purpose as the black plastic balls.
Silver spray paint isn’t mirror finish at all 😂 wouldn’t even slightly work….
@@philcasogonzo14 you’re replying to a 3 year old comment… 🤦🏼
great idea .. like it
hey man great vid and project. Off for the holidays and i have a new project. This will also work for wildlife photography..... and maybe add some slots for camera lens on top and on the bottom of the blind. Thank you man send more videos
Awsome video the oringinal Casper blinds are way too expensive so I think I am going to make one for a school project.
me, i just take camo spraypaints, a roll of camo tape for hinging and 1/4" 4x8' lauan/plywood underlayment and make my blinds. Supper easy and, all for about 30 buicks
Thank you!
Going to follow your idea
I went real cheap with mine and actually made a couple of bucks ..... I found an old rear projection screen TV in the craigslist free section they have very shiny mylar mirrors in the back (some have real mirrors other uses for them ) ... any how I scraped the copper and lead from the TV made 6 bucks and use the mirror in the back it is very light weight and already has a frame around it ... made a nice mirror hunting shield ..
This is a pretty kool project, but so far I'm up to $325 bucks in material costs. Right now I can go and get the real deal predator blind, carrying case and have it shipped here for about the same price or at least if the sale doesn't end because they're on sale right. Now this would change if I ordered the extension set(s). Now another thing is that Ghostblind orders their materials in bulk which reduces their manufacturing costs dramatically. But I'd still buy both of them though.
------------------------- Casper the Friendly Deer Blind -------------------------
Wow! Thanks for the bright idea. I always look for cheaper ways to copy expensive hunting equipment!
I cannot afford the high end hunting clothing and equipment so thank you very much!
Bill
Excellent! Thanks Man
Use a window washing squeege to take out all the bubbles.
that's badass bud ! if you don't mind me asken how much would a (casper) blind take to build ? I have the tools
Hey, the problem is you put the blind behind a bunch of weeds in the last shot, we can't see if it works the same way as the uhh original. Does it work or doesn't it? Also, they have it fold like an accordion so that the reflective sides fold together and the outside when you carry it is the camo.
My only question is why use heavy, expensive plexi? The product, (Gila window film) will work mounted onto light plastic hollow core boards, or even ridgid foam insulating board.
Why not buy a sheet of mirrored plexiglass?
Wouldn't plexiglass be heavier and bulkier?
So I just bought the blind that you don't refer to in this video I wished I'd have seen this first . I thought about the same thing but the tint I had wasn't nearly as good as what you used....can I get a brand name that you used?
I am wanting to know how much you spent to make this blind versus the cost to purchase the blind? Could you please inform us the cost of the build please
@terriergal no its not a problem, like I said in the video that the most effective way to use this blind (what I have found with the homemade one anyway) is to put it behind some sort of brush...I only had the blind about 1 foot inside the weeds, if I was sitting on a bucket instead, you would def. see me. The blind I made folds like an accordian as well, I made the decision to do it the way that I did because I would rather have 3 hinges showing than 6
@vendettaxs I tried on a small piece I had left from a roof and yes it does look wavy compared to a flat surface .
I not yet got around to making one of these things out of anything at the moment , but the polycarbonate would work I think as long as the animals arn't opticians, a fabric hide isnt perfectly blended to the surroundings either.
Very cool. If you have trouble peeling large amounts of film at once without messing it up, couldn't you just do small pieces and put it on your mounting board one piece at a time with a little overlap (or without)?
Congratulations for the video, very good! Two questions: What measures the parts and how to join them?
pretty nice idea and cheap why im making my own duck blind out of pvc pipe
@bowhunter4e
I know you said that, but I thought you meant a SMALL amount of brush. ...even in the pix where the 'brand name' is completely exposed you can see the top line of the blind. In yours you can't see it. The blind really excels in being stuck out in the middle of nowhere, which is where I want to use it,in meadows or crop fields where deer come out of the woods. I want to be out in the plain grass facing the woods. if I sit on the edge of the brush, they will see me from the back.
WOW I LOVE IT.
@wadevb1
Yeah at 11.29 where the blind is in the middle of the yellow foliage it seems pointless, and on the grass in front you would just get a solid grass reflection against the yellow.........this seems to be a small restriction for its use but overall a great idea.
here is a product that would not require Plexiglas. Space Paper Platinum Reflective Mylar Film, 4' x 25', 2 Mil
Good info. Gonna see if my father-in-law (or bro-in-laws) can make one. If i did it, the panels would be upside down and the film would have bubbles in it (you should see the screen protector my cell phone - lol). It would end up costing me more than buying the original.
Since building the casper blind, how long did the mirror tint last sticking on the plexiglass, have you seen any issues
I am going to be making a full size box blind to hold 2 hunters using the Mylar reflective film of a 2mil thickness. As long as the top is angled down it will work like a dream. I am only doing the 2 sides and the very front of the blind. The back will remain painted wood in natural colors (camo). I will make and post a video of it within the next 3 months so be on the lookout for it. Check for my future videos on TexasTrioHunting here on RUclips. Thanks and happy hunting brothers and sisters.
Good stuff bro. Good stuff. Ps folks: The plexiglass allows u too see through the little viewing windows so u don't have a floating head poking around in the middle of a field! :-) silly hunters. And the guy who said "the deer will see me from behind!" Really???? Make two if them! It's called a circle!
What was the total cost to build this? Great Video and instructions! Thanks
Looks great. Any chance i can get some more detail about top portion: shooting slot dimensions. Also one quick question. Math says anything closer than 20 feet will see itself in mirror. Has this ever been a problem?
Anything closer than 20 feet is probably already dead.
That is insane brother love it... Is being 9 year since this video was made, you still use your CasperBlind?
Just curious, I was told by a person who does car and truck windows that this film won't stick to aacrylic very long. Have you had any problem with it peeling off?
Pure Genius!!
@Ghostblindcom It's funny...I'm not sure if you are trying to play off the whole "I have nothing to do with ghostblind" story, but I'll play along "mr.ghostblindcom"...I got the $500 figure that I was talking about from your...oh sorry...ghostblinds websiteThe deluxe package that included the carrying straps, storage bag, etc. etc. etc....you know, the same shit that should be included when you buy something. The $500 figure was (I believe)
hey what are the chances of diy climbing systems?
The "soulution" that either came with the tint or you bought is not nessecary.All you have to have is soapy water.We used Johnson's baby shampoo and mix with water at the install shop tinting windows.
Good job man thanks.
Awesome video thanks and have you used it in the field yet
I think you do GB a disservice.. considering the time it takes to make one, added to the costs you encountered you would end up to about what they charge. the beauty of DIY is you get to save that money for yourself. for me, the ultra cheais to get the mirrored film on ebay (not window film, actual mirror film) and glue it to cardboard from a refrigerator.. total cost about $40... One question, does your work well with so small an angle? Is not GB about 3' top and 2' bottom?
Wow, totally subbing.
@gnrologist247 it was Gila privacy window film...privacy is the mirrored stuff
What was total cost for completion
@Ghostblindcom are the guys and gals who WOULD NOT spend that kind of money...go advertise somewhere else- that IS what you are trying to do...because my fans and the people who watch my videos are not falling for your plight....and to think, I was actually considering taking my videos OFF the internet....well....thank you mr. ghostblind....you have truly inspired me to do more videos...
how much Gila Window Film did u used and the cost? tx
Hey I watch all of your videos and I love them i'm subin
Freaking awesome, on my way to Home Depot now!
@bowhunter4e hey awesome job on the blind question where did you get your bow hunting calendar that is hanging on the wall behind you in the shot?
im gonna make one of these
You seem like a cool guy and you did an awesome build, but to be honest, the blind was placed behind quite a bit of foilage. I think I could have been concealed as easily with plain cardboard.
One hell of a man cave brother!! Oh and "8 inches, that`s what she said" F`n classic!!
Also could you do this on some lighter material like plastic posterboard? I know that would be more easily blown around, but the plexiglas itself is kind of spendy isn't it?
Gila= (HEE-la)
great job with the blind man!
Great !! Stupid spell check lol but I do need it really most of the time :-)
@pedalman have you tried applying the mirror film to the polycarbonate hollow honeycombe how did the reflective surface look?
Great Video, I’m going to make one ASAP. For the guys looking to save even more money go on Craigslist for plexiglass. I was looking for plexiglass to make windows for a box blind & the guy sold it cheap. He had 1/8 8’ x 4’ pcs for $5. I’m going to call him in the morning for ¼ 4’ x 8’ and get a few since I know a few friends will want one of these bad boys. Great job on the video!!! P.S. I think the mirrors made it look like 8 inches to your girlfriend. LOL
He wished it was 8
I mean she wished it was 8 LMAO
@HUNTNFISH69 you can use mirrored acrylic but it really is more expensive.
I think corrugated plastic would work better
-You wouldn't have to paint it
-It would have a serious weight advantage
-Cheaper to construct
-And significantly quieter
thanks for the info
I have been looking at other cheaper materials for the main boards and the double layer polycarbonate hollow honeycombe sheets for conservatory roofing is much cheaper and will be lighter .
It comes in 700mm wide X 2.4mtr £23, 3mtr £32 4mtr £55 lengths her in uk it could be hinged normally even though it is "hollow" or hinged with strong duck tape.
comments on this would be welcome.
Honestly, the price for the commercial product, for what it is, is ridiculous even though it's a great idea. I was thinking of using corrugated plastic cardboard. I don't begrudge anyone for wanting to make a profit, but damn. They'd likely sell a lot more at a lower price.
damnn you r soo creative!!!!!
looks like dude made a couple more cuts on th plexi somewhere between the 1st and 2nd videos.
Well just wanted to let you know the sheet of coroplast was cheaper and lighter but just got done putting mirror on it and it is not smooth enough for this project. The mirror sticks to it just not very clear thus loosing a good reflection, just FYI
Too much brother thats mean forget buying 1 im going to make 1 keep up the DIY.
I just seen 1 on Trademe website in New Zealand for $600
@xchaos7 "I have noticed that "ghost blind" lowered their price down to $250."
LMFAO....you gotta be shitting me...HAHAHA!!!! Nope, you're not!....awesome.
BRAVO.
sweet thanks
What was the final cost?
Whispers* "That's what she said.." lol
How thick is the plexiglass you got