Putting in your own blinds or shades is an easy and affordable way to upgrade a room and Improve your view.
M.B. Gournay
How to measure for horizonal Blinds It’s easy if you will follow a few general guidelines, take your time, and use a quality 1” wide Tape measure. We build to the nearest 1/8” so the better you measure, the better your blinds will look.Inside Window Case Mounts (Inside Mount) Measure the width inside the window opening at the top, middle and bottom. The top measurement is critical because the headrail must fit! Record the actual dimension of the shortest width to the nearest one eighth of an inch. Measure the height inside the window opening at left, right and center. Record the actual dimension of the shortest height to the nearest one eighth of an inch. Also measure the window on its diagonals. If the two diagonal dimensions are not exactly the same, it may be necessary to specify an outside mount for optimal fit, light control and privacy. The ordered width should ensure a precise fit for the headrail and allow proper operation of the shade. If widths in the window vary more than 3/8”, please email the details so we can determine the best size for your windows. The factory makes standard reductions on inside case mounts to ensure the blind fits inside the brackets, the Valance fits snugly and ensures that the blinds will raise and lower properly. The ordered height should be the longest of your height measurements to ensure the bottom rail sits on the window stool as well as provide maximum privacy and light control. Be sure the window opening is deep enough to install the mounting bracket. Our Brackets are 2-3/8” deep by 2-1/8” tall. If you still want 2” blinds but don’t have deep window cases, please email your specifics and we can determine the appropriate method for shallow mounts with partial valance returns. Support@MybeautifulBlinds.com Outside Case Mounts (Wall or Door Mounts) Measure the desired width and height. To minimize light leakage, the window blinds should overlap the window opening at least 1" on each side, the top and bottom, except where a window stool is present. We will build the blinds to the exact size you provide. The most custom look is to leave the same reveal on your trim molding all the way around. You will need to allow room on the sides or above the window for mounting the brackets. We will include a wrap around valance on outside case mount blinds. This piece will be wider than the blind since it wraps the brackets. When measuring the height, take into account the requirements for mounting the brackets.How to Install Horizontal BlindsDo I Need to Buy Hardware or Screws? All hardware is provided with the possible exception of screws. This is due to the fact that differing screws are needed in differing applications. In most applications #6 x 1 1/2" screws are appropriate and we include those. However, the exact length and type of screw will vary depending on whether you are mounting your treatments into drywall, wood, concrete or metal. As a rule of thumb you can assume two screws per bracket and 2 or 3 brackets per treatment. Having installed Thousands of blinds, I prefer to use 1 5/8 Course Thread Drywall screws. The sharp screw point allows for easy starting and the course threads allow for faster fastening. Additionally, a sleeved screw holder for your cordless drill will save you much time and prevent considerable frustration from dropped screws…Before Starting… Do Not use a Razor Blade or Knife to open the blinds… You may cut the support ladders. That’s a $20 repair + Shipping fees.Unwrap the blinds, but leave all cords tied. To determine placement of blind, hold up to the window frame, either an outside mount or an inside mount will be desired. THE HEADRAIL SHOULD BE LEVEL OR THE BLINDS WILL LOOK TERRIBLE! Once it is positioned properly, pencil a reference mark at each end of the headrail. This placement determines where and how the mounting brackets will be attached.1. Bracket InstallationRight and Left mounting brackets (Fig. 1) are supplied with each blind. These brackets are used for all types of mounting (outside, inside, ceiling
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