Securing your shelter in the zombie-infested world of Project Zomboid requires more than just finding a suitable location; it demands robust defenses. This guide focuses on a fundamental yet effective method: barricading windows.
How to Barricade Windows in Project Zomboid
To effectively board up your windows, you'll need specific materials: one wooden plank, a hammer, and four nails. Once gathered, right-click the target window. Your character will automatically begin securing the plank. Each window supports up to four planks for enhanced protection.
Acquisition of these materials is relatively straightforward. Hammers and nails are commonly found in toolboxes, garages, sheds, closets, and similar locations. Wooden planks are frequently located on construction sites, or can be salvaged by dismantling wooden furniture (shelves, chairs, etc.). Administrators can utilize the "/additem" command for item spawning.
Barricaded windows significantly hinder zombie access. The more planks installed, the greater the resistance. To remove planks, right-click the boards and select "Remove." Note that you'll need a claw hammer or crowbar for this task.
Larger furniture items (bookshelves, refrigerators) are ineffective as window barriers due to the game's collision mechanics. While they can't be used for defense, knowing how to move furniture remains a valuable skill for interior arrangement.
More advanced barricades using metal bars or sheets are achievable, but require sufficient Metalworking skill.
