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