How deep does a window need to be for inside mount blinds?

How deep does a window need to be for inside mount blinds?

2 3/8″

Where do you hang blinds in deep windows?

Outside Mount: For maximum privacy, mount the blinds outside of the window outline….Where to Hang Blinds in deep window

1. If looks are your major concern, then choosing inside mounting is the best choice.
2. If you don’t get along too well with installation guides and measuring tapes, then inside mount should be your choice.

Do you put roller blinds inside or outside window?

Fitting a roller blind outside of a window recess typically causes no issue in terms of lost space. However, in order to cover the entirety of the frame, the blind itself will need to be larger in size than that of its inside-recess counterpart.

Do perfect fit blinds damage windows?

No, perfect fit blinds won’t damage your window. They simply click into place thanks to a genius mechanism. In fact, perfect fit blinds can transform your room.

Do roller blinds go inside or outside the window?

Vertical Blinds, Venetian Blinds and Roller Blinds are best suited to be fitted inside the recess.

Should Roman blinds inside outside window?

If you have little or no flat wall space to either side of your window then it may be better to consider mounting your Roman blind inside the recess. Ideally Roman blinds mounted outside of a window recess should extend a bare minimum of 5cms (2 ½ “) to either side of the window.

Which way should blinds face?

The direction — up or down — to close blind slats is a matter of personal preference, but if you want more privacy, tilt them up, with the rounded side facing out. With the blinds tilted up, passers-by can’t see in: The convex side faces the window, creating less space through which to view.

Does it matter if Roman blinds are too long?

Approaching the problem of roman shades that are too long is not difficult. If you have roman shades that you love but they don’t fit the length of your window, you can easily make an adjustment and provide some cost effective budget decorating.

What is the best fabric for Roman blinds?

Best Fabric Choices Lightweight taffeta or faux silk is ideal for creating crisp looking folds which shows off the smooth, lustrous sheen of the fabric beautifully. Medium weight cottons, polyester/cotton blends, linen, blended linen, damasks and Jacquard fabrics are ideal for making Roman blinds.

Should Roman shades be inside or outside mount?

inside the window frame and IMO usually preferable, especially if there’s a pretty window casing. Outside mount is when the shade is outside the window frame.

Are Roman shades out of style?

Working with Interior Designers from all over the country who covet all types of styles, we still see time & time again, that the Roman Shade never goes out of style. First appearing in the Roman Coliseum, these shades have survived centuries due to their design flexibility along with its design practicality.

Why are Roman shades so expensive?

Because they’re made to fit a window’s exact dimensions, Roman shades are pretty expensive to invest in for a rental apartment. Still, that doesn’t stop us from loving them—their neat folds are just so modern and clean compared to swoopy curtains.

Can you drill into window trim?

Short answer yes. But the wood frame around a window is usually thin, about ¼″, so there’s not a lot of material for the screw to ‘bite’ into. Use your drill with a 3/16″ drill bit to make a pilot hole so the wood frame does not split. Also avoid drilling within 1″ of any of the edges of the wood frame (if possible).

How do you screw into a window frame?

Use light pressure on the drill to avoid it sliding away from a mark, and begin drilling the first hole. Continue using light pressure until the drill bit begins to penetrate the surface of the metal. Apply a few more drops of oil, and use moderate pressure on the drill until the hole begins to take shape.

What screws to use to install Windows?

Install two 2-in. exterior grade fasteners on each side near the bottom of the window, and then check the bottom again with a level. Pro Tip: Eric prefers screws to nails because it’s easier to readjust the window if something gets out of whack. GRK cabinet screws are his favorite.