Measuring Advice for Fitting Window Blinds
Before you purchase a blind, it is crucial that you measure the window space it will be covering. Measuring for a new blind is easier than you might think. You just need to follow a few simple steps and gather some tools to get the correct measurements.
When your new blind is delivered, instructions on how to fit your blind can be found on our installation guides page.
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Measuring Windows For Wood Effect Venetian Blinds
Measuring Windows For Woven Wood Blinds
Measuring Windows For Wooden Venetian Blinds
Measuring Windows For Multiple Window Blinds
Measuring Windows For Freehang Pleated Blinds
Measuring Windows For Sidewinder Roman Blinds
Measuring Windows For Wood Effect Venetian Blinds
Measuring Windows For Woven Wood Blinds
Measuring Windows For Wooden Venetian Blinds
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Additional Measuring Information for All Window types
For additional fitting information on how to measure for different window types click on the relevant link:
Standard Window, Box bay Window, Angled Bay Window, Conservatory Window
For additional fitting information on how to measure for different window types click on the relevant link:
Standard Window, Box bay Window, Angled Bay Window, Conservatory Window
Measuring Windows For Multiple Window Blinds
View our video guide on how to survey & measure, including bracket options for fitting Multiple Window Blinds for the following window types:How To Survey & Measure For Multiple Window Blinds
Additional Measuring Information for All Window types
For additional fitting information on how to measure for different window types click on the relevant link:
Standard Window, Box bay Window, Angled Bay Window, Conservatory Window
For additional fitting information on how to measure for different window types click on the relevant link:
Standard Window, Box bay Window, Angled Bay Window, Conservatory Window
Measuring Windows For Freehang Pleated Blinds
View our video guide on how to survey & measure, including bracket options for fitting Freehang Pleated Blinds for the following window types:How To Survey & Measure For Freehang Pleated Blinds
Additional Measuring Information for All Window types
For additional fitting information on how to measure for different window types click on the relevant link:
Standard Window, Box bay Window, Angled Bay Window, Conservatory Window
For additional fitting information on how to measure for different window types click on the relevant link:
Standard Window, Box bay Window, Angled Bay Window, Conservatory Window
Measuring Windows For Sidewinder Roman Blinds
View our video guide on how to survey & measure, including bracket options for fitting Sidewinder Roman Blinds for the following window types:How To Survey & Measure For Sidewinder Roman Blinds
Additional Measuring Information for All Window types
For additional fitting information on how to measure for different window types click on the relevant link:
Standard Window, Box bay Window, Angled Bay Window, Conservatory Window
For additional fitting information on how to measure for different window types click on the relevant link:
Standard Window, Box bay Window, Angled Bay Window, Conservatory Window
Measuring Windows For Wood Effect Venetian Blinds
View our video guide on how to survey & measure, including bracket options for fitting Wood Effect Venetian Blinds for the following window types:How To Survey & Measure For Wood Effect Venetian Blinds
Additional Measuring Information for All Window types
For additional fitting information on how to measure for different window types click on the relevant link:
Standard Window, Box bay Window, Angled Bay Window, Conservatory Window
For additional fitting information on how to measure for different window types click on the relevant link:
Standard Window, Box bay Window, Angled Bay Window, Conservatory Window
Measuring Windows For Woven Wood Blinds
View our video guide on how to survey & measure, including bracket options for fitting Woven Wood Blinds for the following window types:How To Survey & Measure For Woven Wood Blinds
Additional Measuring Information for All Window types
For additional fitting information on how to measure for different window types click on the relevant link:
Standard Window, Box bay Window, Angled Bay Window, Conservatory Window
For additional fitting information on how to measure for different window types click on the relevant link:
Standard Window, Box bay Window, Angled Bay Window, Conservatory Window
Measuring Windows For Wooden Venetian Blinds
View our video guide on how to survey & measure, including bracket options for fitting Wooden Venetian Blinds for the following window types:How To Survey & Measure For Wooden Venetian Blinds
Additional Measuring Information for All Window types
For additional fitting information on how to measure for different window types click on the relevant link:
Standard Window, Box bay Window, Angled Bay Window, Conservatory Window
For additional fitting information on how to measure for different window types click on the relevant link:
Standard Window, Box bay Window, Angled Bay Window, Conservatory Window
Measuring Windows For Vertical Blinds
View our video guide on how to survey & measure, including bracket options for fitting Vertical Blinds for the following window types:How To Survey & Measure For Vertical Blinds
Additional Measuring Information for All Window types
For additional fitting information on how to measure for different window types click on the relevant link:
Standard Window, Box bay Window, Angled Bay Window, Conservatory Window
For additional fitting information on how to measure for different window types click on the relevant link:
Standard Window, Box bay Window, Angled Bay Window, Conservatory Window
Measuring Windows For Cord and Cleat Roman Blinds
View our video guide on how to survey & measure, including bracket options for fitting Roman Blinds for the following window types:How To Survey & Measure For Cord and Cleat Roman Blinds
Additional Measuring Information for All Window types
For additional fitting information on how to measure for different window types click on the relevant link:
Standard Window, Box bay Window, Angled Bay Window, Conservatory Window
For additional fitting information on how to measure for different window types click on the relevant link:
Standard Window, Box bay Window, Angled Bay Window, Conservatory Window
Measuring Windows For Roller Blinds
View our video guide on how to survey & measure, including bracket options for fitting Roller Blinds for the following window types:How To Survey & Measure For Roller Blinds
Additional Measuring Information for All Window types
For additional fitting information on how to measure for different window types click on the relevant link:
Standard Window, Box bay Window, Angled Bay Window, Conservatory Window
For additional fitting information on how to measure for different window types click on the relevant link:
Standard Window, Box bay Window, Angled Bay Window, Conservatory Window
Measuring Windows For Venetian Blinds
View our video guide on how to survey & measure, including bracket options for fitting Venetian Blinds for the following window types:How To Survey & Measure For Venetian Blinds
Additional Measuring Information for All Window types
For additional fitting information on how to measure for different window types click on the relevant link:
Standard Window, Box bay Window, Angled Bay Window, Conservatory Window
For additional fitting information on how to measure for different window types click on the relevant link:
Standard Window, Box bay Window, Angled Bay Window, Conservatory Window
Equipment
- You will need a good steel metric tape measure (if you need to convert feet and inches to metric, use our converter when you select a blind).
- Some paper and a sharp pencil.
Decide if you are fitting the blind to the inside or the outside of the window recess and follow the instructions below:
Child safety WARNING
In the interest of safety consider your blind control position, please keep all pull cords and chains out of the reach of children. Move cots beds and other furniture away from blinds and install safety devices, such as cleats and cord tidies, to limit access to cords. Hanging cords can be a potential risk to children, so the greatest care needs to be taken at all times.Size Converter
Considerations
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Always measure the window in three different places for width/drop.
- Make sure there are no obstructions that would hinder the operation and position of your blind.
- Make allowances for cupboards, phone sockets, dado rail, tiles, handles, tilt and turn windows, skirting etc.
- If you are fixing multiple Blinds side by side ensure you leave a minimum of 1cm gap between each blind, to ensure they work independently of each other and fit within the space you have.
- Please note if ordering Wooden Venetian Blinds and your order is for the Blinds to be made exact, then the blind headrail will be provided with wooden returns to go with the top wood cover valance; this is an optional extra that hides the Blind headrail and the ends, it is your choice if you use them or not.
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You would only use the returns if the blinds were to sit outside the recess free of window returns, and obstructions.
The Blind itself will not change in size, only the wood valance.
If you decide not to use the returns then simply cut the valance square to the width of your head rail with a small tenon saw. - Ordered as RECESS (INSIDE MOUNT) we deduct 10mm from the width given, will include brackets at ends, for blinds with end fixings.
- Ordered as BLIND SIZE (EXACT) blind made to your exact width and drop given, will include brackets at ends, for blinds with end fixings.
If there's a specific blind you would like but can't see it here, please contact us and we'll see what we can do.
