Vertical blinds measuring instructions

Measuring Instructions for Your Vertical Blinds

Before you purchase vertical blinds from Blindster, it's important that you know the precise dimensions and measurements of your windows in order to get the best fit.

*** Please note - We recommend that verticals hang 1" off the floor and/or a minimum of 1/4" off of the window sill. The factory will make outside mount vertical blinds (mounting above or to the side of the window opening) the exact height ordered (top of the headrail to the bottom of the vanes). The factory will make an approximate 1/4" deduction from the height for all vertical blinds ordered as inside mount (mounting inside the window opening).

INSIDE MOUNT BLINDS

Inside mount blinds fit inside the window frame and provide a sleek, clean, and built-in look that preserves the appearance of woodwork and molding.

If you plan on mounting your blinds inside your window frames, keep the following tips in mind:

• Inside mount installations are flush inside the window/door frame or extend from wall to wall.
•  These installations maintain a clean, built-in look that preserves the beauty and appearance of custom woodwork surround doors and windows.
• Inside installations require at least 2 1/2" of space behind each track to open vertical slats.
• Requires 3" of depth for flush inside mounts and 2" of depth for standard inside mounts.
• Refer to outside mount instructions if window frame isn't deep enough.

Measuring Inside Mount Blinds

To get an accurate measurement of your windows before placing an order for inside mount blinds, follow these instructions:

1. Measure the inside width at 3 locations - the top, middle and bottom. Record the smallest of the 3 measurements. This is your ordering width. We will make the necessary deductions (approx. 1/2").
   
2. Measure the height at 3 locations: the left side, middle and right side. Record the largest of the 3 measurements. This is your order height. We will make the necessary deductions (approx. 1/4").
   

OUTSIDE MOUNT BLINDS

Outside mount blinds are perfect for windows that are too shallow to support the installation of inside mount blinds. They can be mounted to the wall, ceiling, or frame/molding around the window and are often used to make windows appear larger.

Here are a few important facts to know about outside mount blinds:

• Ideal option if window frame isn't deep enough to support inside mount installation.
•  Outside mount installations allow you to mount the headrail to the wall, ceiling, or molding surface encasing the window.
• Creates the appearance of verticality in rooms with low ceilings.
• No minimum depth requirements for outside mount installations.
•  For vertical shade installations, minimum flat surface area is 1 7/8". Note that the factory manufactures shades to the exact height and width indicated when order is placed.

Measuring Outside Mount Blinds

Follow these instructions to get an accurate measurement of your outside mount blinds:

1. Measure the width of the area you wish to cover. If space allows we recommend adding 6-12" inches total (3-6" on each side) to overlap the window and avoid light gaps.
   
2. Measure the height of the area you wish to cover. This is your ordering height (from the top of your blind to the bottom of the vertical vanes). Remember to allow for the 1 7/8" of flat space needed for your mounting brackets. Generally 3" - 4" added to the height of your opening (including molding or framework you wish to cover) will allow you room to mount above the window frame.