Hey everyone! I live in San Diego, and my living room has become a sauna thanks to the blazing sun. Here's the deal:
• My ceilings are around 18 ft high.
• The lower half of my windows (about 9 ft) have blinds, but the upper half is wide open and letting in all that heat.
I'm looking for affordable ways to block the heat from those high windows. I know curtains are tricky because of the height, and I don't want to break the bank with motorized tracks. Any ideas or suggestions for low-cost solutions to keep my place cooler? Thanks!
3 Answers
You might want to look into solar screens or an outdoor shade sail; both can help reduce heat without needing to spend a fortune. Also, there are battery-operated curtain controls if you decide to go that route! Depending on the window setup, you could even find inexpensive blinds at a home improvement store and have them cut down to size.
I’d say consider just putting up permanent blinds, but if you’re renting, it might be tricky. A local quote I got was over $500, which defeats the purpose of saving on bills! I'd chat with your landlord about fixing that heat issue rather than rigging something up yourself.
If you’re really looking to keep costs down, some people suggest using garbage bags or cardboard as a temporary solution. But, if you want something better than that, try window tinting—it’s pretty cool and effective!
I totally hear you! I mentioned my rental situation to my landlord, but it feels like a constant battle to get things sorted out. I just want something that works without breaking the bank!