Comprehensive Roller Blind Guides for DIY Enthusiasts

• Determine whether you want to mount the roller blinds inside the window reveal (reveal fit) or on the architrave or wall (face fit). This decision will affect how you measure.

• On sliding doors, determine whether you want more than 1 roller blind on the door, which allows for access to the door while still have a blind down.

• Check for obstructions. Be sure to check for any obstructions like window handles, locks, or other fixtures that might affect the blinds' installation or operation. It is very common for handles to be in the way of roller blinds when using the reveal fit method, e.g. most sliding doors will not have enough space for a reveal fit due to the handle and/or mullion will hit the fabric.

Step 1

Decide Mounting Location

• Width (W): Measure the width of the inside of the window reveal at the top. Provide us with this measurement and we will make the deduction for allowance to ensure your blind fits when installing.

• Height (H): Measure the height from the top inside edge of the reveal to the window sill or the desired endpoint. This measurement is not crucial as there will always be a little extra fabric on a roller blind.

Step 2

Reveal Fit Measurements

• Width (W): Measure the width of the area where you want the blinds to cover. Typically, this is the width of the window frame or the space you want the blinds to span.

• Height (H): Measure the height from the top of the window frame to the desired endpoint, such as the architrave, window sill or the floor.

Step 3

Face Fit Measurements

• If you're doing a face fit, you may want the blinds to extend slightly beyond the window frame for better light control and privacy. Typically, add 50 to 100mm to the width measurement on each side. If you are doing this, you should also consider using a mounting rail as you will most probably not find a stud in the wall where you want to install your brackets.

Step 4

Consider Overlap

• Be sure to check for any obstructions like window handles, locks, mullions, or other fixtures that might affect the blinds' installation or operation. It is very common for handles to be in the way of roller blinds when using the reveal fit method, e.g. most sliding doors will not have enough space for a reveal fit due to the handle and/or mullion.

• I know I am repeating myself, but this is very important.

Step 5

Check for Obstructions:

• Note down all measurements carefully in millimetres.

  Height (H): Measure the height from the top of the window frame to the desired endpoint, such as the architrave, window sill or the floor.

Step 6

Record Your Measurements

• Double-check your measurements to ensure accuracy. Mistakes in measurement can result in blinds that don't fit properly and even a remake of blinds. Check 3 times, while writing each time.

Step 7

Double-Check:

• If you are still unsure, call us or email us for advice.

Step 8

Consult Us

• You are ready to order.

Step 9

Order