Tips Before You Get Started

• Use a steel tape measure for the most accurate measurements
• If you’re considering an Inside Mount, make sure your window has enough depth to accommodate it
• Always measure width (left to right) first and height (top to bottom) second
• Record all measurements to the closest 1/8”, making sure to clearly identify which is your height and which is your width—it is very common to get them mixed up

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Determine Inside Mount or Outside Mount

• Inside mount vertical blinds will hang entirely within the window frame
• Neat, streamlined look
• Usually best for energy efficiency
• Outside mount vertical blinds will hang outside your window opening, overlapping the edges
• We recommend outside mount for patio doors and sliding doors
• Minimizes light gaps, giving you better light control and privacy
• For an outside mount, be sure to allow for the height of the vertical blind’s headrail in your measurement

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Measuring for Inside Mount

Note: Inside mount blinds will have a small deduction automatically applied by the manufacturer, to ensure proper fit

Width

• Measure at the depth within the frame where you’ll install your brackets<
• Measure width at the top of your window opening, from edge to edge<
• Record the smallest measurement to the closest 1/8”

Height

• Measure height at the left, center and right, from top edge to bottom edge
• Record the shortest measurement of the three to the closest 1/8”

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Measuring for Outside Mount

Note: Outside mount blinds will have no deductions taken at the factory. They will be made according to your exact measurements.

Width

• Measure the area you want to cover (how far you want the blind to overlap the window opening); we recommend 6” on both sides
• Record your measurement

Height

• Determine where you want the top of your vertical blind to be and mark the spot
• Measure the height from the spot you marked to the top of the window sill. If there is no sill, measure the entire length you want covered
• Record your measurement