My fiancé and I are moving into her family's basement, which has a hallway leading to a few doorways that connect the upstairs to the garage, and it also opens up to our living space. The problem is, everyone in the house uses these entrances, so we're really concerned about our privacy and safety since they sometimes rent out rooms to strangers. We want to find a way to create some privacy and security for our room entrance without installing a permanent door. The hallway is about 4 feet wide and 8 feet tall, so we need a solution that can block around 6 feet high and allows us to lock it up (though it doesn't have to be super secure).
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One quick option is to temporarily install a lockable door if the space allows for that. It could be something simple that you could uninstall later without much hassle.
If you're looking for visual privacy, you might want to go with a pressurized curtain rod with a nice curtain. For securing your valuables, consider getting a small fireproof safe. You could also use cameras or sensors that alert you if someone enters your room. Another idea is accordion security gates, which can provide some security without needing a full door. Just keep in mind these might need permission from your family since they might require installation and could be a pain to remove later. Also, consider that whatever you install shouldn’t block any exits in case of emergencies.
Thanks for the tips! We’re leaning towards the accordion door, but I get that it might be an awkward undertaking with the family situation.