How To Measure Windows For Blinds And Shades
Measure the inside of the window frame in three places for width.
How to measure windows for blinds and shades. At the left middle and right side. Note the smallest measurement as it will be the one you use step 3 measure for height. Left center and right. If your window does not have a sill measure to the point you would like the blind to reach.
At the top at the middle and at the bottom. Measure above the window first to make sure you have at least 2 of flat space on the molding or wall. Do not make any deductions to this number. Your best bet is to go with pencil just in case your first measurements need a little reworking.
That ll be the width you use when you order. Circle the tallest measurement this is the number you submit for your window s height. Make sure you hold both ends of the tape on the inside edges of the recess. Measure the area you would like the blind or shade to cover.
Measure the width of the recess in three places. Record each of these on your worksheet. But mistakes in measurements can ruin them altogether step 2 measure for width. Measure the width of each window.
Order at the exact opening size with no deductions. You don t need to be perfect but it never hurts to try. Measure your width only at the top of the window for roller shades. Across the top middle and bottom.
Measure the height of your window opening in three places. Next measure the width you want covered. If the window is set in a deep recess fitting the blind inside makes for a neat finish. Use a metal tape measure to measure accurately to the nearest 1 8th inch.
Round your measurements to the nearest 1 8. 2 measure the height inside the window opening from the top of the window opening to the window sill. Step 1 be sure to measure accurately. For maximum privacy extend the measurement as much as three inches past both sides of the window.
Inside mount treatments are installed inside the window casing. If you decided to mount blinds or shades outside the window take these steps. Circle the narrowest of these measurements. Start by measuring the width of your window inside the frame in 3 places top middle and bottom.
How to measure for inside mount blinds and shades. Measure the height of the.