Measure Window Shades or Blinds for Tile or MouldingOccasionally, obstructions can get in the way of window shades or blinds, such as wood moulding or a tile backsplash. Cut-outs can be made in the blind or shade for proper clearance in these areas. There is a surcharge for each cut made....
more How to Measure Vertical Blinds for Sliding Glass DoorsWhen measuring window blinds for
sliding glass doors it is important that you measure the blind to fit as on OUTSIDE mount. Vertical blinds are a common window treatment for sliders. More times than not there is not enough depth in a window to mount
vertical blinds inside the window frame. Often there is Moulding encasing the window and your measurement must allow for it. A common rule of thumb is to ADD 2 inches to the length of the vertical blind. In other words measure from the floor to 2 inches above the moulding. If you have no moulding measure from the floor to 2 inches above the top of the opening....
more Blinds for Angled Top WindowsBlinds or shades can be difficult to find for angled top windows. A few manufacturers make window blinds or shades with angled headrails for this purpose. Another option is to leave the angled top of the window open and just mount the window blinds or shades with the headrail just before the angled portion of the window. This article will discuss how to the the later....
more How to Measure Window Blinds for Bay WindowsWhen measuring
window blinds for bay windows, you will need to calculate the intersecting points of the blinds to determine the width of each piece. The first step is to select a window shade, noting that different types of shades will have different depths. Once you have selected the blinds or shades, you will be able to get the depth you need to calculate the intersection point. See the product specifications for exact depths....
more Blinds for Large Windows - Mount More Than One Blind in the Same WindowFor larger windows, horizontal blinds cannot be manufactured as one blind with a single headrail due to the weight of the blinds. In cases like this there are two options for measuring and installing
horizontal blinds....
more Measuring Roller ShadesEach
roller shades comes with a cord lift. The side in which the lift cord is located will have a gap to allow room for the lift.
The measurement will be the tip to tip measurement and will take into account the width of the controls....
more Vertical Blinds Stack HeightWhen
vertical blinds are drawn, the open vanes gather together forming a "stack" on one side of the window. The size of the vertical blinds stack will vary and is directly proportional to the width of the
window blinds. The wider the window blinds are, the more vanes the blinds have and the more room the stack will take up....
more Cellular Shade Stack HeightCellular shade stack height is the size of the
cellular shade when it is completely raised. The longer the shade, the more material it has and so the stack height increases. Because of their unique design
cell shades a compact when raised....
more Proper Installation of Window Treatments Depends Upon Proper MeasurementProperly installing
window treatments is impossible if the process didn't begin with proper window measurement. Sadly, many novice shoppers fail to recognize the importance of measurements until it's too late. ...
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2" and 2 1/2" Horizontal Window Blinds Installation InstructionsWhen installing horizontal window blinds, the same process can be used when installing all types of horizontal blinds. This page will cover basic installation of our 2 and 2 1/2" blinds....
more Parts for Installing Horizontal Window BlindsBelow is a list of parts that are used when installing horizontal blinds. Note: You may not receive all the parts listed. You may also receive additional parts that are not needed. We will only send you the horizontal blinds parts for your particular application....
more Mini Blinds - Instructions for Installation of 1" Aluminum Mini Blinds1/2 inch micro and 1 or 2 inch aluminum mini blinds installation instructions. This page explains basic installation for aluminum blinds which is similar to
installing horizontal wood blinds. Here are some simple steps for installing mini blinds....
more Vertical Window Blinds Installation InstructionsTo install vertical window blinds, please read completely the instructions below before beginning the installation process....
more Vertical Blinds - Parts for InstallingBelow is a list of parts that are used when installing vertical blinds. Note: You may not receive all the vertical blinds parts listed. We will send you the parts you need to install your vertical blinds....
more Honeycomb Cell Shades - Installation Part 1 of 2Our
honeycomb cell shades are made to be either an inside mount or an outside mount, depending on what you desire. A few tools are required to install your blinds.
Measuring TapeBattery or Power Drill¼ Hex head bit or Phillips driver bit...
more Honeycomb Cell Shade Installation - Part 2 of 2Part 2 of 2 of instructions of how to install honeycomb cell shades. Simple instructions to install our standard and soft touch honeycomb cell shades....
more Honeycomb Shades - Parts For Installing Cellular ShadesBelow is a list of parts that are used when installing cellular honeycomb shades. Different brackets are needed for installing cellular shades with different lift mechanisms....
more Door Blinds - How to Install Hold Down BracketsDoor blinds need hold down brackets to keep the blinds from bouncing around as the door is opened and closed. Hold down brackets are used at the bottom of outside mount blinds or shades to tie down the bottom of the blind. ...
more Embassy Wood Blinds - Installing Valance ClipsThe
Embassy 2" Wood Blinds come with adjustable hidden valance clips. These valance clips are inserted into the back groove of the window blinds valance. They are also able to level the valance on the window blinds. Follow these simple steps to attach the valance clips to the valance of your window blinds....
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Energy Efficient Window Treatments - Energy Conservation Tips From Blinds ChaletEnergy efficient window treatments can translate into considerable utility bill savings. Though windows can be an attractive feature in any home, they can also account for 10% to 25% of a family's heating bill. ...
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