If the edge of the window is flush with the wall you ll need to use an outside mount blind.
Measuring for wood blinds inside mount.
At the top middle and bottom.
Measuring for inside mount wood blinds.
If you ve decided that an inside mount is right for your window measure the exact size of the window opening from edge to edge with the instructions for your treatment style in our measuring guide.
How to measure for outside mount wood blinds.
Inside mounts are the cleanest look because they fit snugly inside the window frame.
From inside surface at top of window to top of sill.
Before you shop for brand new bali custom window treatments make sure you have all your measurements ready to go.
2 for wood blinds faux wood blinds aluminum blinds and other products with end mount brackets take a 1 4 deduction from the measurement to allow room to mount the end brackets onto the trim.
Inside mount refers to a blind that is mounted on the inside of your window frame.
For an inside mount blind you must determine if there s enough room to install a blind and its heading in the window opening.
Always measure to the nearest 1 8 inch.
Inside mounting occurs when the blind is installed inside the window frame.
Steel measuring tape is much more accurate than cloth measuring tape.
Instructions for inside mounted wood blinds.
Measure the width of the window opening in 3 places at the top in the middle and along the bottom edge or sill.
Record the narrowest width of the three.
Find your product s minimum mounting surface requirements in the product.
Do not subtract from the size of your window opening when placing your order.
Measure to the nearest 1 8 in.
Measure to the nearest 1 8 in.
For a beautiful framed look.
View instructions for outside mount outside mounted wood blinds are mounted on the wall and cover the window molding.
1 measure from the far left edge of the trim to the far right edge of the trim.
Decide if you want an inside mount or an outside mount before you begin the measuring process.
First make sure your window is deep enough for your wood blinds to be an inside mount.
Between inside surfaces of window frame.
In this short video you will see just how easy it is to measure for an inside mount.
Measuring for horizontal blinds is simple it s just 2 easy steps.
How to measure for blinds mounted inside the window.
Outside mount wood blinds are mounted on the window molding or wall above your window.
Outside mount blinds are a good choice if an inside mount is not possible due to window depth or obstructions around the window frame.
Outside mount wood blinds will be made at the exact size you specify.
When measuring to fit any of these blinds or shades to your windows it is important to remember a few key things.
At the left middle.