Krivoman Blind Questions

[2B4Him]

I am excited to be using my new Krivoman blind this year (4 windows). I set it up (on the ground - no flooring) back in April. This weekend I hope to work on it some. So, questions are:
1. Does anyone know the measurements of the windows? I am going to cut up some pieces of an old trampoline to 'glue' to the outside of the windows to knock down glare when they are closed. I can be more precise in my garage than at the lease.
2. Are there long term effects to drilling holes in the sides (for hooks, hangers, etc.)? Will they cause cracks, leaks, weakness, etc.?
3. I have piled up some dirt and debris around the edge all the way around. Should I still expect some creepy crawly things getting in?
4. What additions/improvements would you suggest (I have my Thermocell and Ozonics ready to go)?
Thanks!

[DUKFVR]

No issues on mine putting hooks etc in them. Never had any issues with creepy crawly (lol) things in mine. I have some on stands and on ground. Actually like them better on the ground.

[Bucknaked]

I was searching the ole inter web today looking for a matte finish external film with not many results that weren’t almost expensive as the Krivo it’s self! As far as the “icky , creepy, crawly thingy’s” spray some demon in there ! We have 1 Krivo that black widerz love to make their home in. I like to hunt in them on the ground - it’s more of a challenge but I don’t mind getting the breeze in our ones on towers especially this time of year

[Mudslinger]

I put all my pop ups and Krivo blinds on platforms at least with a small base that I can screw the blinds too I, at age 70 do not need creepy crawly, nope ropes or anything else in my blinds in the morning! Normally an 8'x8' base. Never had a problem with creepy crawlies an nope ropes! Also helps if you can screw the blind to a base and not just sit it on the ground of use anchors to hopefully hole it down against a storm! Been there done that!

[Big pig]

My only advice is place it in some afternoon shade.
mine has always been on a 6’ platform and never had any critters in it.

[Txhunter3000]

I put mine on a 2' high wood base. I cut a circle of plywood out of 2 pieces of osb and shove the plywood into the groove that is on the inside of the blind, then I screw the plywood to base joists. Nothing can get in and the plywood stays dry.

[SaltwaterSlick]

I have one on the ground that is actually sitting atop a big berm. I cut those horse mats to fit inside the inner lip of the blind and once placed, I shoveled dirt up around the base of the blind. Only thing I've had is black widow spiders in it. They seem to be drawn to it for some reason... In the off season and when not hunting it during season, I hang one of those pest strips from the vent and that keeps the spiders out.

The other thing that works really well on the windows to reduce, even eliminate glare when the windows are closed; someone posted on here last year I think is to take that black window screen material and cut a piece to fit over the outside of the window, then get some black silicone caulk and squirt a blob in the corners and a few spots down each side of the glass then stretch the screen material over the window and press it into the wet caulk. It works like a champ. What it really does well is reduce the reflective glare off the window to allow you to open/close it with critters out front not being alerted to the flash of the sun off the window as it moves.

[Smart]

The other thing that works really well on the windows to reduce, even eliminate glare when the windows are closed; someone posted on here last year I think is to take that black window screen material and cut a piece to fit over the outside of the window, then get some black silicone caulk and squirt a blob in the corners and a few spots down each side of the glass then stretch the screen material over the window and press it into the wet caulk. It works like a champ. What it really does well is reduce the reflective glare off the window to allow you to open/close it with critters out front not being alerted to the flash of the sun off the window as it moves.

I did this. Works like a champ. I did it in my Krivo shooting windows but didn't take pics. This is in my box blind shooting window at my pig place I posted on tbh about.

[2B4Him]

I did this. Works like a champ. I did it in my Krivo shooting windows but didn't take pics. This is in my box blind shooting window at my pig place I posted on tbh about.

That is what I plan to do, but with the old trampoline material. So I was hoping someone knew what size I needed to cut before I get to the lease.

[Ungawa]

If possible place it in the shade of a tree. Like any blind the sun can be brutal. I have had mine for 3 seasons and love it, no bugs no leaks, holds up well to the elements and low maintenance. Enjoy.