I am trying to fit add on, enclosed blinds (like these) to the rear door of my new home. I have not been able to find a set of blinds that fit appropriately and I am not sure why. I've returned 2 sets so far.
- Is this a non-standard door?
- Using the measurements below where can I purchase blinds that actually fit?
- Is there a type of enclosed blind that has the narrow clearance I need to fit it with the door hardware?
- Are there other, equally effective solutions for putting privacy blinds on this door?
- I want to avoid blinds that slap against the door when it is opened and closed.
Window Frame Measurements:
- Inside frame
- Vertical: 63 in. (approx)
- Horizontal: 21 in. (approx)
- Outside frame
- Vertical: 66 in.
- Horizontal: 23 3/4 in.
- Distance to hardware from frame
- Door handle: 1/2 in (approx)
- Deadbolt: 3/4 in (approx)
Pictures:
Full door frame:
Inside vertical measurement:
Inside horizontal measurement:
Outside vertical measurement:
Outside horizontal measurement:
Handle to frame measurement:
Deadbolt to frame measurement:
Best Answer
You just need to have the blinds cut to size, many home stores even big box can cut custom sizes. To avoid blind slap some blinds come with lower mounts that hold the bottom bar in place. This limits the blind to twisting them to horizontal for open or verticals for closed. Some higher end blinds actually have rails that contain the blind and bottom and keep it in place. And can be raised and lowered