Board Up Windows for Enhanced Security in Project Zomboid

Securing your shelter in the zombie-infested world of Project Zomboid requires more than just finding a suitable location. Protecting it from the relentless undead hordes is a different challenge entirely. This guide focuses on a fundamental yet effective defensive measure: barricading windows.

How to Barricade Windows in Project Zomboid

To effectively board up your windows, you'll need the following in your inventory: one wooden plank, a hammer, and four nails. Once you've gathered these essential supplies, right-click the window you wish to secure. Your character will automatically begin reinforcing the window with the plank. Each window can withstand up to four planks for increased protection.

Finding the necessary materials is key. Hammers and nails are typically located in places like toolboxes, garages, sheds, and closets. Wooden planks are commonly found at construction sites or, in a pinch, can be salvaged by dismantling wooden furniture (shelves, chairs, etc.). Administrators can utilize the "/additem" command to quickly obtain these items.

Barricaded windows offer significantly enhanced protection against zombie attacks compared to unguarded windows. The more planks you install, the more time it takes for zombies to breach the defenses. To remove planks, right-click the boards and select "Remove." Note that you'll require a claw hammer or crowbar to perform this action.

It's important to note that larger furniture items (bookshelves, refrigerators, etc.) are ineffective as window barriers in Project Zomboid. Both players and zombies will pass right through them. However, knowing how to move furniture remains a useful skill for interior arrangements.