Don’t mind the dog.
I’m trying to install blinds on this door to cover just the glass.
Needs to be 26 wide by 80 length at minimum.
*- Magneblinds don’t work because it’s not a metal door (and i couldn’t even find a long enough size)*
*- Inside mount within the frame of the door i don’t think will work because the blinds will be wider than the door handle*
*- Outside mount won’t work for similar reason*
**Could I do an outside mount with just enough size to cover the window portion?**
**Is there an alternative to magneblinds that offer a no drill option and can cover the size I want?**
I would prefer not to drill into the door just in case of warranty issues, but I will do so if necessary.
I’ve explored velcro curtains but my fear is they may look tacky.
What are my options here?
by pinhead_larry_93
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I have a very similar door and I have inside mount wood blinds by Hunter Douglas. I just move them to the side or roll them up to open the door. The door handle is not really an issue.
We just have regular HunterD wood blinds, and we move the blinds out of the way for the handle. Or you could switch to a knob. These have been here for 20+ years. The only annoyance is if they’re open when you open and close the door, they will sometimes close a little bit, but any blinds will possibly do this.
https://preview.redd.it/zgm6qndydmsg1.jpeg?width=878&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=931e6499c05ab1a61aa594be37c4f0c6906d4cf5
Depending on budget, you can replace the glass with a version with built in blinded. Cleanest most direct route.
We installed something similar to this and just cut out a small notch for the door handle
[https://www.homedepot.com/p/ODL-White-Cordless-Add-On-Blinds-for-Raised-Frame-Doorglass-21-3-4-in-Width-x-65-3-4in-Height-33017725/203607526](https://www.homedepot.com/p/ODL-White-Cordless-Add-On-Blinds-for-Raised-Frame-Doorglass-21-3-4-in-Width-x-65-3-4in-Height-33017725/203607526)