How to Measure blinds

Get it Right First Time

How to Measure For Blinds

Before starting:

  • Take note of items like handles etc which would interfere with the smooth operation or control of your blind.
  • Use a metal tape measure to make sure your figures are accurate.
  • Decide whether you want your blind to hang inside or outside of the window recess.

Inside the window recess:

  • Measure from wall to wall at three different points, and write down the smallest measurement.
  • Measure from the top of the recess to the window cill at three different points, and write down the smallest measurement.

Outside the window recess:

  • Measure the width and height of the recess at three different points.
  • Then add on the amount by which you want the blinds to overlap the recess, (e.g. 100mm)

If you are not confident in making the measurements yourself, then let us do them for you with our Home Visit service. Or just visit one of our shops in Bathgate and Broxburn.

Vertical blinds vane widths:
For your information, vertical blinds come in 2 sizes:

  • Vane Width 89mm/3.5in
  • Vane Width 127mm/5in

Arrange a Home Visit

We'll bring samples and examples of our work to you to help you decide what works best. We also provide a free measurement service.

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