Front door gets hot in the afternoon..
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Kdn26180822
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The front of our home is facing afternoon sun and everything including the door handle get very hot in summer. I thought about installing awning, but the door Height (8 ft) would limit the shed only on top part of the door. I have included the picture of the front of the house. The porch depth is 6 ft. Thought about having sun shed curtain but may not look good and HOA may have problem with it. Any suggestion would be appreciated. Thanks.
https://www.hgtv.com/remodel/mechanical-systems/choosing-the-right-entry-door
I think I would look into a bronze polycarbonate half moon awning.... https://www.pinterest.com/pin/241153755017373705/
They make a neoprene door handle cover.... https://www.amazon.com/The-Handle-Wonder-Cover/dp/B00TWOUVCW You could also switch to a keypad door lock, or one of the new Smart phone locks.... https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_c_1_17?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=smart+phone+door+lock&sprefix=Smart+phone+door+%2Caps%2C861&crid=2PRXAIGZ6PS9Q&rh=i%3Aaps%2Ck%3Asmart+phone+door+lock
You just said HOA may have a problem with it, with that said that is the first step
Why not fix a Canopy just above the door on the brickwork Or maybe grow a Tree to shade it Or Folding Shutters or Screen......
I go for a canopy just above the door coming out flush with the outside walls. Something like a landing.
We replaced the glass with tinted plastic panels, our Hall floors used to warp from the sun
I would ask the HOA what they would suggest and to work with you on this issue.. They can be very particular, and may have different plans already.
Start with the HOA. No point in doing anything until you know what the limitations are. You would just have to take it down if it is non-conforming.