Do not subtract from the size of your window opening when placing your order.
Measuring for wood blinds inside mount.
Inside mounts are the cleanest look because they fit snugly inside the window frame.
How to measure for blinds and shades whether you re a first timer or an old diy pro knowing how to how to measure your windows for blinds and shades is the first step to a successful installation.
Find your product s minimum mounting surface requirements in the product.
For an inside mount blind you must determine if there s enough room to install a blind and its heading in the window opening.
For a beautiful framed look.
Measure to the nearest 1 8 in.
Measuring for inside mount wood blinds.
Measure to the nearest 1 8 in.
From inside surface at top of window to top of sill.
View instructions for outside mount outside mounted wood blinds are mounted on the wall and cover the window molding.
2 for wood blinds faux wood blinds aluminum blinds and other products with end mount brackets take a 1 4 deduction from the measurement to allow room to mount the end brackets onto the trim.
Measuring for horizontal blinds is simple it s just 2 easy steps.
If the edge of the window is flush with the wall you ll need to use an outside mount blind.
Outside mount wood blinds will be made at the exact size you specify.
1 measure from the far left edge of the trim to the far right edge of the trim.
Measure the width of the window opening in 3 places at the top in the middle and along the bottom edge or sill.
Between inside surfaces of window frame.
Inside mounting occurs when the blind is installed inside the window frame.
Outside mount blinds are a good choice if an inside mount is not possible due to window depth or obstructions around the window frame.
At the left middle.
Outside mount wood blinds are mounted on the window molding or wall above your window.
Always measure to the nearest 1 8 inch.
In this short video you will see just how easy it is to measure for an inside mount.
At the top middle and bottom.
When measuring to fit any of these blinds or shades to your windows it is important to remember a few key things.
Decide if you want an inside mount or an outside mount before you begin the measuring process.
How to measure for blinds mounted inside the window.
How to measure for outside mount wood blinds.
Instructions for inside mounted wood blinds.
This type of mount is by far the most common choice and is highly recommended.
Inside mount refers to a blind that is mounted on the inside of your window frame.
First make sure your window is deep enough for your wood blinds to be an inside mount.
Before you shop for brand new bali custom window treatments make sure you have all your measurements ready to go.
How to measure for inside mount blinds.