| Inside Mount Application |
| 1. Check for Proper Mounting Depth |
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Inside mounts require a minimum window depth to properly mount a blind or shade. If the depth of your window casing is not
equal to or greater than the minimum mounting depth, you will need to measure for an outside mount application. The following chart lists our
roller shades mounting depths sorted by lift type.
| Minimum Inside
Mounting Depth | Flush Inside
Mounting Depth |
| Spring Lift | 1 1/4" | 3" |
| Auto Stop Lift | 1 1/4" | 3" |
| Continuous Loop Lift | 1 1/4" | 3" |
| Cassette System | 1 3/4" | 4" |
The Inside Mounting Depth is the minimum depth required to mount the product shown as inside mount. This depth typically
allows for enough space for the brackets to be mounted, a portion of the blind or shade may protrude from the window opening.
If you want the blind to be fully recessed inside the window opening then you will require the depth found in
the "Flush Inside Mounting Depth" column of the table. Note that you need to factor obstructions such as window cranks, handles and other
items inside the window opening into your depth measurement.
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| 2. Measuring the Window opening |
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Width
Using a steel tape measure, measure the exact width of the window opening at the TOP of the window
(down to the nearest 1/8th inch). This is the width you will order. DO
NOT MAKE ANY DEDUCTIONS, the factory will make the appropriate deductions to provide proper fit and operation.
Height
Measure the exact height from the top inside edge down to the window sill/window bottom in THREE
places: left, middle, right. Take the largest/longest of the three measurements (up to the nearest 1/8th inch). This is the height you will order.
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| Outside Mount Application |
| 1. Where to Measure |
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Width
Wall Mount: Using a steel tape measure, measure the width of
the window (left to right). The width that you order will be the exact width of the roller from tip to tip. The fabric of the roller shade will be
less than this width by the amount shown under the 'Specifications' tab on the product page of the roller shade. If you want the roller shade
fabric to cover a certain area, make sure that you consult the Specifications on the product page and add at least the amount of the fabric
deduction back onto the shades overall width. We recommend that you add an additional 2 to 3 inches more for proper light coverage of the window.
Trim Mount: Measure the exact width of the trim, edge to edge, from the left side of the window trim to the right side of the window
trim. The section of the trim that will be directly mounted to needs to be at least 2 1/2" tall and be a flat and solid surface so the mounting
brackets can be mounted properly. You will also want to make sure the top section of the trim is level so your window treatment hangs
properly.
Note: The specified width is the "tip-to-tip" size of the lift mechanism on the shade. The actual fabric width is 1" to 1 1/8" less than the specified width. Please take this into consideration when making your measurements for light coverage.
Height
Wall Mount: Measure the height of the window (top to bottom). To this measured height add at least 4" for proper bracket room
and overlap. A minimum of 2 1/2" is required for bracket placement at the top, the rest is to minimize any light gap at the bottom of the window.
You may add more to the measured height as you see fit.
Trim Mount: For the height on a trim mount, measure the trim's outside edge from top to bottom. Again, make sure the trim provides a
flat, solid space so you can mount the blind to it.
Note: If you have a window sill that protrudes at the bottom of the window, adjust your height measurement so the blind rests on the sill.
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| French Door Mount (Order as Outside Mount) |
| 1. Where to Measure |
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When ordering select Outside Mount and give the exact measurements that you want the blind to be. Make sure you avoid any obstructions such as door handles or window cranks and allow for proper window
light coverage.
Width
Using a steel tape measure, measure the width of
the glass pane (left to right). The width that you order will be the exact width of the roller from tip to tip. The fabric of the roller shade will be
less than this width by the amount shown under the 'Specifications' tab on the product page of the roller shade. If you want the roller shade
fabric to cover a certain area, make sure that you consult the Specifications on the product page and add at least the amount of the fabric
deduction back onto the shades overall width. We recommend that you add an additional 2 inches (1 inch on each side) more for proper light
coverage of the window.
Height
Measure the height of the window glass and add at least 2 1/2" at the top to allow room for mounting hardware and 1 1/2" below the bottom
of the glass to ensure proper coverage. The total height addition should be at least 4" to allow for proper coverage.
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