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Venetian blinds can be expensive to replace. Painting them can be a cheaper alternative to spice up those old window blinds. Whether you have aluminum mini blinds or wood blinds they can be painted.

Step
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Determine what color you want to paint your mini blinds. Each slat could be painted the same color or they could be alternating colors for a striped result. Mini blinds can even be sponge painted.

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Before the venetian blinds can be painted they must be cleaned for the paint to properly adhere to the blinds. Wipe each slat with a damp cloth to remove any dust or debris. Do not short cut this step.

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If you are painting wood blinds use sandpaper to roughen the surface of the blinds. The primer will not adhere to the smooth surface of the existing paint or varnish on stained wood blinds.

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Take apart the blinds. Remove the plugs in the bottom rail and untied the cords. Slide each slat out of the cords. This step is optional but for the best results we recommend it.

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Coat each slat with primer. Let the blind slats dry and repeat on the opposite side. For thicker blinds such as wood blinds, make sure you cover the ends and sides.

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Paint the slats with the selected color in the same way you primered them in step 5. If you are sponge painting your blinds this will be the base color you selected.

If you are sponge painting the blinds, choose up to 3 colors that are close in hue. Pour the paint color onto separate paper plates. Using rubber gloves slightly dampen a sponge with each color. Remove excess paint by dabbing a newspaper. Lightly blot the window blinds with the paint filled sponge. Create a random pattern, pressing lightly.

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If you disassembled the venetian blinds, after they dry put them back together. Replace each slat by threading the cords. Replace the bottom rail and knot the threads. Replace the plugs in the bottom rail.

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Hang the blinds and enjoy!

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Who is covered:
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What is covered:
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  • Operating mechanisms and other parts
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  • Warping slats for faux wood and wood blinds
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  • If there are multiple blinds/shades in the same room, only the defective product will be replaced/repaired.
  • In the event that a product, color or product feature has been discontinued and it is no longer available we will provide a substitute product as similar as possible to the original blind or shade.
  • Shipping for warranty issues is the responsibility of the customer to and from the repair facility. Packaging on return shipments is the responsibility of the customer.

30 Day Measuring Insurance

Following the easy measuring instructions will ensure a proper fit, however, we all make errors from time to time and this protection plan covers any mis-measurement mistakes. If the window coverings do not fit, please let us know within 30 days of receiving the items. The blinds/shades will be remade at the correct dimensions at no cost to you unless there is a difference in price between the old and new sizes or if the new size requires an oversize shipping fee. Limit is 1 remake per blind/shade. All remakes will have to be remade in the same color, feature and specifications, no changes are allowed.

Shutters,custom graphic shades, commercial/dealer orders are not covered.

Any mis-measurements reported after 30 days will not be covered, however, new blinds and shades can be ordered with an additional 10% discount.

30 Day Returns

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Who is covered:
  • Warranties cover the original purchaser of the window blinds and shades.
What is covered:
  • Any defects in materials of workmanship
  • Operating mechanisms and other parts
  • Cell separation on honeycomb/cellular shades
  • Warping slats for faux wood and wood blinds
  • Broken vertical vanes
  • Restrings for internal cords
  • Parts that fail due to accident, alteration and/or improper use
  • Normal wear and tear
  • Color fading due to excessive exposure to sunlight, moisture or improper cleaning
  • Accidental damage
Resolution:
  • BlindsChalet.com reserves, at its discretion, the right to repair, replace or refund any blinds found defective.
  • If there are multiple blinds/shades in the same room, only the defective product will be replaced/repaired.
  • In the event that a product, color or product feature has been discontinued and it is no longer available we will provide a substitute product as similar as possible to the original blind or shade.
  • Shipping for warranty issues is the responsibility of the customer to and from the repair facility. Packaging on return shipments is the responsibility of the customer.


30 Day Measuring Insurance

Following the easy measuring instructions will ensure a proper fit, however, we all make errors from time to time and this protection plan covers any mis-measurement mistakes. If the window coverings do not fit, please let us know within 30 days of receiving the items. The blinds/shades will be remade at the correct dimensions at no cost to you unless there is a difference in price between the old and new sizes or if the new size requires an oversize shipping fee. Limit is 1 remake per blind/shade. All remakes will have to be remade in the same color, feature and specifications, no changes are allowed.

Shutters,custom graphic shades, commercial/dealer orders are not covered.

Any mis-measurements reported after 30 days will not be covered, however, new blinds and shades can be ordered with an additional 10% discount.

30 Day Returns

If for any reason you are not satisfied with the window coverings and wish to return them, please notify us within 30 days of receiving the order. Our customer care department will provide a Return Authorization Number (RGA) and shipping address for the return. Please note, return shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer and shipping labels are not provided. Refunds will be processed within 2-3 business days after we receive the items (Guaranteed to Love fee is not refundable).

Shutters,custom graphic shades, commercial/dealer orders are not covered.
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