How To … Measure your window for Blinds
Wednesday, June 11th, 2008
Rufflette Measuring Guide and Tips - BLINDS
Measuring your window for blinds
When measuring your window for blinds you need to decide whether you want your blind to fit inside or outside the recess. The measuring technique is the same for Venetians and Woven Wood Blinds. Make sure there is nothing that will obstruct your blind from hanging properly and that you will still be able to open your window easily once the blind is fitted. To find what size of blind you need to order, just follow the simple steps below.
Tip - Always use a steel or wooden rule when measuring as cloth tapes can stretch and take all measurements to the nearest millimetre (mm)
INSIDE RECESS
- Firstly measure the width of the recess in 2 places (as shown in the picture), this is to allow for any slight irregularity in the window.
- Take a note of the smallest of these measurements.
- Do the same for the drop, again taking the smallest measurement.
- Deduct 12mm from the width measurement to allow for clearance.
- You do not need to deduct anything from the drop measurement for Venetian or Roman Blinds.
- The drop includes any pelmets and valances at the top of the blind.
- The recess also needs to be at least 80mm (approx. 3″) deep to allow for fittings
OUTSIDE RECESS
- Just measure the exact width and drop you would like the blind to cover (as shown in the picture), make sure you include a minimum overlap on both sides and top and bottom of 45mm (approx. 1 ¾”).
- Don’t forget to take into account of the position of the operating mechanisms.
All Rufflettes blinds are supplied with all the fittings you need along with instructions for easy installation.
Helpful Tips - to create the perfect finish for your blind
Valance Returns
For blinds fitted outside the recess , optional valance returns are available to attach to the side edge of the pelmet for neatness. These are available for both Venetian and Woven Wood Blinds.
Decorative Blind Pulls
Rufflette offers a selection of crafted pulls to customise your blind or light cords.
