ONLINEBLINDS DAF8lLkWX5M 50mm Venetian Blinds Installation Guide
- July 27, 2024
- ONLINEBLINDS
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ONLINEBLINDS DAF8lLkWX5M 50mm Venetian Blinds
Product Specifications
- Product: Venetian Blinds
- Types: Wooden blinds, Faux Wooden blinds
- The depth needed for Venetian blinds: 25mm slat = 30mm
- Depth needed for Wooden & Faux Wooden blinds by slat size:
- 25mm slat = 55mm
- 35-38mm slat = 65mm
- 50mm slat = 70mm
- 63-65mm slat = 80mm
Product Usage Instructions
Recess Fitting
If you want your blind to fit inside the window recess:
- Measure the complete width and height of the recess.
- Leave the deductions to the experts for a snug fit.
- Ensure the depth needed based on the slat size.
- Check for any obstructions inside the recess.
Exact Fitting
If you want your blind to fit outside the window recess:
- Measure the width between any obstructions like tiles, skirting boards, or picture rails.
- Follow specific guides for non-standard windows.
Pelmets on Blinds
Ensure a snug fit at the top of the recess with pelmets:
- Pelmets for recess fitting will be slightly wider than the blind.
- Pelmets for exact fitting will be wider with side returns to hide brackets.
- Trim pelmets if necessary using a fine-tooth saw.
After measuring, input sizes at www.onlineblindsexpress.co.uk and choose your fitting option for custom crafting and dispatch.
FAQs
- Q: Can I trim the pelmet if it’s too wide?
- A: Yes, you can easily trim the pelmet using a fine-tooth saw if it’s slightly too wide to fit into your recess.
Measuring Guide for Venetian Blinds.
Measuring for your exquisite new blind with Online Blinds Express is a straightforward process. Just follow this step-by-step guide, ensuring to double-check as you progress, and be on the lookout for helpful tips to streamline the process. Here is a convenient guide specifically for measuring Wooden blinds and Faux Wooden blinds.
Recess fitting
If you want your blind to fit inside the window recess
Depth needed for Venetian blinds: 25mm slat = 30mm | Depth needed for Wooden & Faux Wooden blinds by slat size: 25mm slat = 55mm, 35-38mm slat = 65mm, 50mm slat = 70mm, 63-65mm slat = 80mm
This is the measurement you should take if you desire your blind to be accommodated inside the window recess. Measure the complete width and height of the recess, leaving the deductions to our experts. You will receive a blind tailored to fit snugly inside the recess.
- Measure in three places for both the width and the drop, utilizing the smallest measurements you’ve taken.
- Refrain from making any deductions; we will handle that for you.
- Opt for a metal tape measure; cloth ones may stretch and provide inaccurate measurements.
Useful Tip: Verify the depth of your recess by referring to the recess checking tips on the opposite side. Ensure it is sufficiently deep to accommodate the blind. Check for any obstructions such as handles or ventilation that may hinder the installation.
Exact fitting
If you want your blind to fit outside the window recess.
Measuring for your exquisite new blind with Online Blinds Express is a
straightforward process. Just follow this step-by-step guide, ensuring to
double-check as you progress, and be on the lookout for helpful tips to
streamline the process. Here is a convenient guide specifically for measuring
Wooden blinds and Faux Wooden blinds. This is the measurement you should take
if you desire your blind to be accommodated inside the window recess.
Measure the complete width and height of the recess, leaving the deductions to
our experts. You will receive a blind tailored to fit snugly inside the
recess.
- Measure in three places for both the width and the drop, utilizing the smallest measurements you’ve taken.
- Refrain from making any deductions; we will handle that for you.
- Opt for a metal tape measure; cloth ones may stretch and provide inaccurate measurements. Measure the recess as demonstrated on the opposite side before incorporating additional height and width on each side. We will craft your blind precisely to that specified size without any deductions. If you aim to minimize light infiltration, we recommend adding a minimum of 50mm on each side and 70mm to the top.
- Exercise caution at the bottom of the blind to avoid contact with protruding objects like sills or radiators
Useful Tip: Are you replacing an existing blind, like for like? Measure the blind including fittings (see blind measuring tips opposite) and use the Exact fitting option – we will make you one the same size.
Non-standard windows
Fitting inside a part-tiled recess (also for picture rails, and skirting boards).
Do the sides of your window recess have tiles? These tiles may potentially diminish the available width compared to a standard recess. Measure thewidth between the tiles to determine your overall width. Employ this method if there is a skirting board, picture rail, or any other obstruction inside the recess.
Bay windows, Half-bays & L-shaped windows
These specific window styles require a more detailed approach for measuring Vertical blinds. To assist you in this process, we’ve developed dedicated measuring guides for each style. Please visit www.onlineblindsexpress.co.uk for comprehensive guidance.
Angled Bay windows
25mm Venetian blinds measuring guide available: Wooden Venetian Angled BayWooden and Faux Wooden blinds measuring guide available: www.onlineblindsexpress.co.uk N.B. The same guide can be used for Angled Half-bay windows.
Square Bay and L-shaped windows
25mm Venetian blinds measuring guide available: Wooden Venetian Box Bay Wooden and Faux Wooden blinds guide available: www.onlineblindsexpress.co.uk
Pelmets on blinds
Online Blinds Express offers some wooden blinds with a pelmet/valance to cover the headrail. The blinds that come with pelmets are:
- Real Wooden blinds
- Faux Wooden blinds
The pelmet is cut to the size and shape for your chosen fitting type.
Pelmets on blinds
When opting for recess fitting, the pelmet will be slightly wider than the blind itself. This ensures a snug fit at the top of the recess, minimizing any gaps.
Pelmets for exact fitting
For exact fitting, we will craft your pelmet to be a few centimeters wider
than the blind. Additionally, side returns will be included, ensuring that the
brackets are not visible on either side.
Useful Tip : If you find that the pelmet is slightly too wide to fit into
your recess then it can be easily trimmed using a fine-tooth saw.
After recording your measurements, input the sizes at www.onlineblindsexpress.co.uk and select your preferred fitting option. We will then craft your new blind according to your specified sizes and dispatch it to you, ready for installation.
Measuring Guide for Venetian blinds in an Angled Bay window
Measuring for your exquisite new blind with Online Blinds Express is a straightforward process. Simply follow our step-by-step guide, ensuring to double-check your measurements as you progress, and be on the lookout for helpful tips to streamline the process. Here is a convenient guide specifically for measuring Aluminium Venetian blinds in an Angled Bay window.
- Step 1
- Before commencing the measurement process, determine the placement of the blinds. Allocate 30mm for our Venetian blinds headrail. Be mindful of potential obstacles such as window handles or air vents. If these are present, add their dimensions to the depth of your brackets to create reference measurement point X.
- In addition to your measuring tape, gather two pieces of paper or card (A4 or A5 size is suitable), a pencil, and a ruler.
- Step 2
- Position your two paper pieces side by side as demonstrated, and mark the X measurement that was taken before on both sheets
- Step 3
- Place the paper against the window frame on the sill. Slide the paper along the sill until you observe the convergence of the two marks.
- Step 5
- Measure the distance between the marks to determine the width of the blind.
- Step 6
- To measure the drop, take a measurement from the top of the blind to where you want it to rest, typically the window sill.
Useful Tip : Leave the pencil marks untouched – these will be a useful guide for fitting your new blind.
After recording your measurements, enter the sizes at www.onlineblindsexpress.co.uk and select the Exact fitting option. We will custom-make your new blind according to your specified sizes without deductions and dispatch it to you, ready for installation.
Measuring Guide for Venetian blinds in a Square Angled/ Box Bay window
Measuring for your stunning new blind with Online Blinds Express is a straightforward process. Simply follow our step-by-step guide, ensuring to double-check your measurements as you progress, and be on the lookout for helpful tips to streamline the process. Here is a convenient guide specifically for measuring Aluminium Venetian blinds in a Square Angled/Box Bay window.
Before commencing with the measurements, determine how you plan to fit your blinds. There are three available options, as illustrated below.
Measuring the width
Option 1
For a Square Angled Bay Window, the common solution involves having the front blind extend almost from one corner to the other, with the side blinds then installed up to the front blind. Measure the front blind in a manner similar to a standard inside recess blind, taking three measurements and selecting the smallest of the three. Place an order for this blind as a Recess fitting.
When measuring the width of the side blinds, subtract the bracket size (30mm) to accommodate the front blind and the fitting brackets. Measure each side individually, as windows may vary slightly. Place orders for these blinds using the Exact fitting option.
Option 2
This option is the professional’s choice but requires the window frames in the corner to be big enough to prevent gaps. Measure the window frame from corner to glass. If either side measures less than 30mm you need to choose option 1 or 3 instead. Otherwise, you might not cover the glass with your blind.
Measure the width of the side blinds from the recess edge into the corner then
deduct the bracket allowance of 30mm. Measure from corner to corner and deduct
two bracket 60mm allowances for the front blind.
Order all three blinds as Exact fitting.
Option 3
If your side windows are too small, you may need to opt for this option. Measure the side windows from the recess edge into the corner and order each side blind as a Recess fitting. For the front blind, measure from corner to corner and deduct the bracket allowance of 60mm. Order this blind as a Recess fitting as well
Useful Tip : If there are potential obstacles such as window handles that might impact the side blinds, ensure you deduct the clearance distance from your front blind as well. This ensures proper spacing and prevents interference with obstacles.
Useful Tip : Adhere to the same principle as you would for Standard windows and measure in three places: top, middle, and bottom – selecting the smallest measurement. It’s crucial to measure the side bays individually, even if they appear identical.
Measuring the drop
The drop can be measured as normal – again in three places. Be aware of how you are fitting the blinds so you know where the top is to measure down from. Note that the headrail is included in the drop measurements. You will need 50mm flat space to mount brackets securely.
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
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