How to best set up blinds or block out the sun in this space? (Pic included)

Hey everyone, I need some advice on how to best cover this sliding door + window setup to block out the sun during the summer. The total width is 132 inches, and as you can see in the pic, there's a large sliding door with a transom window above it, plus a separate window on the right. Important note: I’m renting this place, so I need a solution that’s cost-effective I want something that: Effectively blocks out the sun/heat (it gets really warm in summer) Looks clean and modern Is practical for daily use since I'll need to access the balcony Won’t cost a fortune since this isn’t my forever home Would a combination of blackout curtains and tension rods work? Or are there any renter-friendly blinds/shade solutions that won’t break the bank? If anyone has dealt with a similar setup, I'd love to hear your recommendations! Also improtant to note that middle beam support might be tricky to attach - open to suggestions! Thanks in advance! Pic of room: https://imgur.com/a/RTIub02 submitted by /u/simferopol [link] [comments]

Mar 20, 2025 - 16:31
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Hey everyone,

I need some advice on how to best cover this sliding door + window setup to block out the sun during the summer. The total width is 132 inches, and as you can see in the pic, there's a large sliding door with a transom window above it, plus a separate window on the right.

Important note: I’m renting this place, so I need a solution that’s cost-effective

I want something that:

Effectively blocks out the sun/heat (it gets really warm in summer) Looks clean and modern Is practical for daily use since I'll need to access the balcony Won’t cost a fortune since this isn’t my forever home Would a combination of blackout curtains and tension rods work? Or are there any renter-friendly blinds/shade solutions that won’t break the bank? If anyone has dealt with a similar setup, I'd love to hear your recommendations!

Also improtant to note that middle beam support might be tricky to attach - open to suggestions!

Thanks in advance!

Pic of room: https://imgur.com/a/RTIub02

submitted by /u/simferopol
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