Project Zomboid: How to Board Up Windows

In the gritty world of ***Project Zomboid***, securing a safehouse against the relentless tide of zombies is crucial for survival. Among the various base defense strategies, barricading windows stands out as a fundamental yet effective method to keep the undead at bay. Whether you're playing solo or with co-op partners, mastering this technique is essential for fortifying your shelter.

How to Barricade Windows in Project Zomboid

To begin fortifying your windows, you'll need to gather a few essential items: a wooden plank, a hammer, and four nails. These should be in your inventory before you start. Once you have your materials ready, simply **right-click on the window you wish to barricade**. Your character will then proceed to hammer the plank onto the window frame, securing it in place. You can repeat this process up to four times per window, significantly bolstering its resistance against zombie intrusions.

Finding the necessary materials can be straightforward if you know where to look. Hammers and nails are commonly found in toolboxes, garages, tool sheds, and other places where hardware is typically stored. For wooden planks, construction sites are your best bet. Alternatively, you can break down wooden furniture such as shelves and chairs to obtain planks without venturing out. If you're an admin in the game, you can use the "/additem" command to spawn these items directly into your inventory.

A barricaded window significantly delays zombies trying to break in, as each additional board adds to the time it takes for them to breach your defenses. Should you need to remove the planks later, **right-click on the boards and select the 'Remove' option**. Remember, you'll need a claw hammer or a crowbar to successfully dismantle the barricade.

It's worth noting that using large pieces of furniture like bookshelves or refrigerators as window blockers won't work in *Project Zomboid*. Both you and the zombies can phase through these items, rendering them ineffective for defense. However, knowing how to manipulate furniture can still be useful for interior design and other purposes within your safehouse.

For those looking to enhance their barricades further, consider using metal bars or metal sheets. These provide stronger defenses but require a sufficient Metalworking skill level to construct. By mastering these techniques, you'll significantly increase your chances of surviving the zombie apocalypse in *Project Zomboid*.