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How to Measure for your Window Covering

Measuring for your Window Coverings
Select the product to view the instructions on how to properly measure for ordering.
All Mini-Blinds Our standard mini-blind sizes are window opening dimensions. These sizes fit window openings up to ½" wider and ¼" narrower than the size shown.
  • Inside Mount
    Width - measure your window opening in 3 places: across the top, middle & bottom. Give us your narrowest measurement.
    Length - measure your window opening in 3 places vertically and give us the longest measurement. 
    Specify inside mounting on order form and we will take the necessary deductions.
  • Outside/Wall Mount
    Measure the entire width and length of the area you wish to cover. It is recommended that you add 1-4 inches to ensure total coverage.
    Specify outside mounting on order form.
    Your blind will be manufactured to these exact dimensions.
  • Depth Requirements
    Inside mount mini-blinds, require a window sill depth of ¾"
Vertical Blinds
  • Inside Mount
    Width - Measure your window opening at the top only.
    Length - Measure your window opening in 3 places and give us the shortest measurement .
    Specify inside mounting on order form and we will take the necessary deductions.
  • Outside/Wall Mount
    Measure the entire area you wish to cover. It is recommended that you add 3" to each side and 3" to the length to ensure total coverage of the window.
    Specify outside mounting on order form.
    Your verticals will be manufactured to these exact dimensions.
  • Depth Requirements
    Inside mount verticals require a window sill depth of 2 ½".
Draperies
  • Existing Rod
    Width - Measure exact rod width excluding the mounting bracket returns and overlaps. To calculate finished width add 6" if drapery is one way, or 12" if drapery is center open.
    Length - Measure from the top of the rod to your desired length.
    Specify finished width on order form.
      Your draperies will be manufactured to these exact dimensions.
  • No Rod Existing
    Measure exact opening and location for brackets. Add 6" for one-way pull, or 12" for center open.



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