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How to Measure for your new Wood Blinds
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INSIDE MOUNT
Inside mounted blinds
are enclosed within your window frame. Many people prefer this type of
installation because it provides a finished and built-in look without
covering your window trim.
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Check the depth of your window frame. For your blind to finish flush
with the window frame on an inside mount, you will need a depth of 2
inches. The minimum depth that will allow your blind to mount and
function correctly correctly is 1 1/2 inches.
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Measure the width of the window in three locations: top, middle and
bottom. Select the narrowest tight inside dimension, and record this measurement to the nearest 1/8”.
At the factory, we will make a slight deduction from this measurement to
allow your new blind to function correctly. |
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Measure the height of the window in three locations: left, middle
and right. Select the longest dimension. Record this measurement to the nearest 1/8” |
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Measure the length you would like the lift and tilt controls to be.
The standard default length will be half way down the blind, but this
may be too short in some circumstances. Record this measurement to the
nearest inch. |
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OUTSIDE MOUNT
In an outside mount,
your new blind will be mounted on your wall or moulding. Outside mounts are
often used to make a window appear larger, to provide additional stacking
space for the blinds, or to hide a less than attractive window frame. For
this type of mount, you will need at least 2 inches of flat mounting
surface.
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Measure the exact width of the window frame from edge to edge;
including overlap. This should be the exact area to be covered. Record
this measurement to the nearest 1/8”. We will make your blind to this
size. |
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Measure the exact height from the upper edge to the lower edge of
the window frame; including overlap. This should be the exact area to be
covered. Record this measurement to the nearest 1/8”. If measuring to a
floor, leave approximately 1/2” clearance. |
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Measure the length you would like the lift and tilt controls to be.
The standard default length will be half way down the blind, but this
may be too short in some circumstances. Record this measurement to the
nearest inch. |
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Window Opening Handles
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If your windows are equipped with crank handles to open and close
them, you may wish to consider replacing the standard handle with a
folding handle to provide additional clearance for your blinds to
operate properly. These can be supplied with your blinds on request. |
Do you have a question?
Would you like help with a special situation?
Please contact one of our knowledgeable customer care representatives at 1-866-938-2854 or
customerservice@summersnow.ca
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