How To Measure Your Windows for Custom Blinds

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Once you’ve decided to add custom made window blinds to your home decor, it’s extremely important to measure accurately to guarantee a perfect fit from your new window treatments. Using the four simple steps that follow, you will be able to take measurements for your new blinds and shades.

Step One: Decide where you want to hang your blinds. Do you prefer the basic, streamlined appearance of recessed blinds which are hung inside the window frame? Would a less traditional outside mount help to make your windows look bigger or mask unsightly trim? You can’t measure until you’ve made that important decision.

Step Two: Gather your tools. To measure for window blinds, you’ll need a metal tape measure (plastic and cloth can stretch, leading to inaccuracy). You will also need a pencil and paper on which to record your measurements. To make your task easier, sketch out the window on your paper so that you can record your measurements right there.

Step Three: Begin measuring. If you’re going to purchase inside mounting blinds, measure from the inside of the trim all the way across to the other side. Round your measurement down to the nearest 1/8 of an inch. Then measure from the top down to the sill, again taking your measurements from the inside of the trim. Finally, measure the depth of your window, from the window glass itself out to the end of the trim. This last measurement is important for soft fabric cellular shades and metallic mini blinds. Record these numbers on your paper.

If you have chosen outside mounting blinds or shades, you measure in the same way, but starting from the outside of the trim to the outside of the trim on the other side.

Step Four: Continue measuring until you have accurate numbers for each window in the room. Though they all look alike, they may not be exactly the same. Take each measurement twice to be sure.

Now you’re all ready to choose from a wide selection of fabrics, textured shades, and styles for your home. Thanks to your accurate measuring, your new blinds will be the perfect fit for each of your windows!