1 measure the width inside the window opening at the top and round down to the nearest 1 8 measurement.
Measuring for blinds inside mount.
Measuring for inside mount blinds.
This is the most popular method if the window depth allows it.
Inside mounts are the cleanest look because they fit snugly inside the window frame.
2 measure the height inside the window opening from the top of the window opening to the window sill three times.
The window casing must be at least 2 3 4 deep for flush track mount or 3 3 4 deep for flush vane mount see diagram above.
Be sure to measure accurately.
If the window is set in a deep recess fitting the blind inside makes for a neat finish.
Measure the width of the window opening in 3 places at the top in the middle and along the bottom edge or sill.
But mistakes in measurements can ruin them.
Inside mount window treatments are installed inside the window frame or casing they provide a sleek clean look which can showcase your window size and moldings.
Inside mount blinds are installed inside the window casing or door or wall to wall in a room.
If the edge of the window is flush with the wall you ll need to use an outside mount blind.
When measuring to fit any of these blinds or shades to your windows it is important to remember a few key things.
Inside mounting occurs when the blind is installed inside the window frame.
Steel measuring tape is much more accurate than cloth measuring tape.
Measure the depth of your window frame.
If you re interested in measuring for inside mount blinds follow these steps.
Inside mounted blinds are mounted inside the window frame for a neater look.
Window should have a minimum recessed space of 2 3 8 for.
Measure once on the left at the center and on the right and take the shortest of the three measurements and.
How to measure inside mount blinds.
For an inside mount blind you must determine if there s enough room to install a blind and its heading in the window opening.
Measuring for vertical blinds inside mounted vertical blinds.