Bali 2 Inch Composite and Faux Wood Blinds Instruction Manual

WOOD, COMPOSITE, AND FAUX WOOD BLINDS
Product Information Guide

PLEASE NOTE:
Photos and illustrations are for inspiration only .
Not all product configurations are available in all countries .
Window blind cords are a strangulation hazard for young children . Consult your dealer or store associate for cordless products, or products with inaccessible cords . Remove this product immediately if a cord longer than 22 cm, or a loop exceeding 44 cm, becomes accessible .

Features

The Bali® Wood Story
With Bali Wood Blinds, you can be confident you are selecting a window treatment that is manufactured and finished with the highest commitment to quality and the environment .

• We own the facilities that produce and finish our wood blind components
• We control the quality of the manufacturing process, from green lumber through finished product
• We dry the wood slowly, molding and sanding it to strict specifications for a high quality surface
• We carefully sort wood for color uniformity and wood characteristics in our own state-of-the-art finishing facility
• We use only high quality paints and stains applied on-site, by certified color technicians
• We use a three-step finishing process to ensure the wood’s stain is consistent and beautiful for the life of your blinds
• We practice sound forestry techniques—nearly twice as much hardwood grows as is harvested in the U .S .
• We preserve natural resources—wood-fired boilers consume recycled wood sawdust and shavings to generate the heat needed to dry our lumber

Bali Wood Characteristics
Wood used to manufacture Bali Wood Blinds has many natural characteristics that make it truly unique . The following are all natural characteristics of wood, and we do not consider them to be defects:

• Grain—The direction, size, and appearance of wood fibers vary greatly depending on where the wood is cut from within the tree
• Tiger Striping—Occurs when a tree develops wavy grain, due to genetics, soil content, or other natural scenarios
• Burl—Formed from an irregular growth on the outer edge of the tree
• Bird’s Eye—Small area on the surface of the board where fibers are contorted to form circular figures that resemble birds’ eyes
• Pin Knots—Vary in size, shape, structure, and color
• Mineral Marks—Dark or discolored areas caused by minerals which the tree extracts from the water or soil; can be either a streak or a stain, usually blackish blue
• Lodge/Rustic—Material contains markings that are more extreme than in standard products; the number and degree of marking will vary throughout the blind

Please be assured that these markings in no way affect the durability or the structural integrity of the blind .
Natural variations in color and grain are inherent in the beauty of wood . These variations are within established industry guidelines and should be expected .
In addition, blinds may stain slightly darker or lighter than the swatches shown in the sampling .

Northern Heights™ Wood Blinds

• Stained and painted blinds crafted from North American hardwoods
• Finish highlights the natural characteristics of wood
• 2″ and 23⁄8″ slat sizes available
• Sandblast is not available on keystones
• Easy grip bottomrail for superior closure; makes lifting and lowering cordless lift blinds easier; standard on 2″ and 2 3⁄8″ cordless lift wood blinds

Composite Blinds

• Moisture-resistant multiple polymer composite slats
• 2″ and 2 1⁄2″ slat sizes available
• Cordless lift option
• Trapezoid bottomrail for superior closure

Premium Faux Wood and Faux Wood Blinds

• Solid or woodgrain moisture-resistant engineered polymer slats
• 2″ and 2 1⁄2″ slat sizes available in both premium faux wood and faux wood
• Trapezoid bottomrail for superior closure; available on premium faux wood blinds only

Size Considerations

Cordless Lift

Styles| Cordless Lift Blinds| Cordless Lift Blinds Multiple Blinds on One Headrail
---|---|---
Width| Height| Width| Height
Min (exact) (inches)| Max (inches)| Min
(inches)| Max
(inches)| Min Panel (exact) (inches)| Max Panel (inches)| Max Blind (inches)| Min Blind (inches)| Max Blind (inches)
Northern Heights ™ Wood Blinds
Northern Heights 2″ Wood Blinds| 12| 84| 12| 86| 12| 84| 120| 12| 86
Northern Heights 2″ Distressed and Rustic Wood Blinds| 12| 84| 12| 86| 12| 84| 120| 12| 86
Northern Heights 23⁄8″ Wood Blinds| 12| 84| 12| 86| 12| 84| 120| 12| 86
Composite Blinds
2″ Composite Blinds| 12| 66| 12| 72| 12| 66| 120| 12| 72
21⁄2″ Composite Blinds| 12| 66| 12| 72| 12| 66| 120| 12| 72
Premium Faux Wood and Faux Wood Blinds
2″ Premium Faux Wood Blinds| 12| 63| 12| 72| 12| 63| 120| 12| 72
2″ Faux Wood Blinds| 12| 63| 12| 72| 12| 63| 120| 12| 72
21⁄2″ Premium Faux Wood Blinds| 12| 63| 12| 72| 12| 63| 120| 12| 72
21⁄2″ Faux Wood Blinds| 12| 63| 12| 72| 12| 63| 120| 12| 72
Depth Requirements for Inside Mount

Blind Type| Headrail Dimensions (inches)| ****

**Minimum Depth Mount** (inches)

|

**Flush with Casing (without valance)***

Wand Tilt (inches)
Northern Heights 2″ and 23⁄8″ Wood Blinds| 2 x 21⁄4| 3⁄4| 23⁄4
2″ and 21⁄2″ Composite Blinds| 2 x 21⁄4| 3⁄4| 23⁄4
2″ and 21⁄2″ Premium Faux Wood and Faux Wood Blinds| 2 x 21⁄4| 3⁄4| 23⁄4

*For measurements of fully recessed headrails with a valance, see valance options .

Options

Blind Options (for surcharges and pricing refer to price charts)

Blind Options| Northern Heights 2″ Wood| Northern Heights 2 3 ⁄ 8 “ Wood| 2″ and 2 1 ⁄ 2 ” Composite| 2″ Premium Faux Wood and 2″ Faux Wood| 2 1 ⁄ 2 ” Premium Faux Wood and 2 1 ⁄ 2 “ Faux Wood| Details
---|---|---|---|---|---|---
Bay and Corner Windows| •| •| •| •| •| See the “Options” section for measuring and ordering information
Control Locations| | | | | | Must be requested at time of order
•  Tilt Left| •| •| •| •| •
•  Tilt Right| •| •| •| •| •
Cut-Outs| •$| •$| •$| •$| •$| See the “Options” section
Hold Down Brackets| •| •| •| •| •| Must be requested at time of order
Multiple Blinds on One Headrail: 2 or 3 on 1 to left of solid line*| •$| •$| •$| •$| •$| See the “Options” section
Projection Brackets| | | | | | Projection brackets not available for inside mount; must be requested at time of order; shims are standard on 23⁄8″ and 21⁄2″ blinds (outside mount)
•  23⁄4″ and 43⁄4″ Projection Brackets| •| •| •| •| •
•  3⁄16″ Shims| •| •| •| •| •
Wand Tilt| •| •| •| •| •| Color coordinated
Wood Cornices| •$| •$| •$| •$| •$| See cornices and valances product information guide

*See solid line on appropriate price grid .
$ Option available with surcharge .

Cut-Out Blinds

• For surcharge, see price charts
• Maximum cut-out is 1″ before route hole (corner and side cut-outs only)
• Cut-outs are measured with the slats tilted in the closed position for maximum clearance
• The cut-out height may be larger than requested due to slat placement
• Measure height from the bottom of the window up to the desired location
• Not available with wood vertical blinds
• Blinds will be tilt only, no lift

NOTE: Standard lead time does not apply for this feature . Additional manufacturing time is required .

Multiple Blinds on One Headrail

• Surcharge: blinds to the left of the solid line on the price charts
• No charge: blinds to the right of the solid line on the price charts
• Two or more blinds can be installed on a single headrail to provide a practical treatment for larger windows or sliding patio doors
• Due to weight limitations, some blinds must be manufactured as two or three blinds on one headrail

Cordless Lift
Two-on-One Headrail| Left panel (tilt left) Right panel (tilt right)| 1⁄4
Three-on-One Headrail| Left panel (tilt left) Right panel (tilt right) Center panel (tilt left)| 1⁄4

NOTE: Optional control locations may be requested .
Measuring

1. Measure overall width of the area to be covered . If space permits, an overlap of 11⁄2″ per side is recommended for outside mounts .
2. Measure the width of the area each blind is to cover . Measure and specify the left blind first, continuing to the right . Allow a minimum of 1⁄4″ between blinds for operating clearance .
3. Total width of all blinds, plus clearance(s), must equal overall width .
4. Measure height as follows:
   a . For windows, use standard inside or outside measuring procedures .
   b . For patio doors, measure height within 3⁄4″ of floor, either from ceiling or a point at least 61⁄2″ above the door frame . Check slat count table to see if blind will completely clear the doorway .

Ordering

1. Indicate whether two or three blinds are to be mounted on one headrail .
2. Specify total width of headrail .
3. Indicate each panel width separately, specify left blind first, continuing to the right .
4. Specify tilt position .
5. Add appropriate surcharge, if to the left of the solid line on the price chart .

Control Lengths for Wands

NOTE: Special length wands may be requested at the time of ordering .

Bay and Corner Windows

• Made as individual blinds to fit in bay or corner windows
• Each blind is on an individual headrail and has its own control
• Indicate each blind with bypass or butt; bypass is the blind mounted into the corner; butt is the blind butted up to the other blind; must provide blind location (left and right blind)
• Tilt locations can be on the right or left side of each blind; placing tilter opposite the corner is recommended
• Depending on the angle, some corner blinds cannot be raised to the same height

Measuring Information

• Manufacturer will take appropriate deductions for proper fit
• No additional charge
• Valances will be mitered in the corner for finished look
• Cornices and wood verticals are not available on bay or corner windows
• Slat alignment cannot be guaranteed on side by side blinds
• If you do not want manufacturer to take deductions DO NOT order as bay or corner

NOTE: Standard lead time does not apply for this feature . Additional manufacturing time is required .

Corner Window
Measure:
Width of each window from corner to the point you would like to cover .

Three-Sided Bay Window
Measure:
A and C: Width of side windows from the corners to the point you would like the blind to cover .
B: Width of the center window from corner to corner .
Angle A—B: Angle between windows (A) and (B) .
Angle B—C: Angle between windows (B) and (C) .

Four-Sided Bay Window
Measure:
A and D: Width of side windows from the corners to the point you would like the blind to cover .
B and C: Width of each window from corner to corner .
Angle A-B: Angle between windows (A) and (B) .
Angle B-C: Angle between windows (B) and (C) .
Angle C-D: Angle between windows (C) and (D) .

Five-Sided Bay Window
Measure:
A and E:
Width of side windows from the corners to the point you would like the blind to cover .
B, C, and D: Width of each center window from corner to corner .
Angle A-B: Angle between windows (A) and (B) .
Angle B-C: Angle between windows (B) and (C) .
Angle C-D: Angle between windows (C) and (D) .
Angle D-E: Angle between windows (D) and (E) .
NOTE: Measure bay angle using protractor or angle finder, or use two business cards in bay corner as illustrated above, trace onto paper and fax to customer service .

Valance Options

Valance Type| Blind Type| **Maximum Continuous Width*| Standard Valance Returns (inches)| Full Recess Depth (inches)
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Inside Mount No Returns (inches)| Inside Mount with Returns (inches)
| 2″ Wood| 1001⁄4| 983⁄8| 33⁄8| 33⁄4
23⁄8″ Wood| 1001⁄4| 983⁄8| 39⁄16| 315⁄16
2″ Composite^| 1065⁄8| 1053⁄8| 33⁄8| 33⁄4
21⁄2″ Composite^| 1065⁄8| 1053⁄8| 33⁄4| 41⁄8
2″ Premium Faux Wood^ 2″ Faux Wood^| 1065⁄8| 1053⁄8| 33⁄8| 33⁄4
21⁄2″ Premium Faux Wood^ 21⁄2″ Faux Wood^| 1065⁄8| 1053⁄8| 33⁄4| 41⁄8
**| 2″ Composite^| 1065⁄8| 1053⁄8| 33⁄8| 37⁄8
21⁄2″ Composite^| 1065⁄8| 1053⁄8| 33⁄4| 41⁄4
2″ Premium Faux Wood^ 2″ Faux Wood^| 1065⁄8| 1053⁄8| 33⁄8| 37⁄8
21⁄2″ Premium Faux Wood^ 21⁄2″ Faux Wood^| 1065⁄8| 1053⁄8| 33⁄4| 41⁄4

• Continuous valances wider than sizes shown above will have two or more sections spliced together with a keystone .
  Maximum width for spliced valances is 300 3⁄4″ .
  ^ Keystones not available .
  NOTE: For replacement valances see cornices and valances product information guide .

Valance Options

Valance Type| Blind Type| **Maximum Continuous Width*| Standard Valance Returns (inches)| Full Recess Depth (inches)
---|---|---|---|---
Inside Mount No Returns (inches)| Inside Mount with Returns** (inches)
| 2″ Wood| 1001⁄4| 983⁄8| 33⁄8| 33⁄4
23⁄8″ Wood| 1001⁄4| 983⁄8| 39⁄16| 315⁄16
| 2″ Wood| 1001⁄4| 983⁄8| 33⁄8| 4
2″ Distressed Wood^| 1001⁄4| 983⁄8| 33⁄8| 4
23⁄8″ Wood| 1001⁄4| 983⁄8| 39⁄16| 43⁄16
| 2″ Wood| 1001⁄4| 983⁄8| 33⁄8| 41⁄8
23⁄8″ Wood| 1001⁄4| 983⁄8| 39⁄16| 45⁄16

• Continuous valances wider than sizes shown above will have two or more sections spliced together with a keystone . Maximum width for spliced valances is 300 3⁄4″ .
  ^ Keystones not available .
  NOTE: For replacement valances see cornices and valances product information guide .

How to Measure for Valance Returns
Window depths vary considerably depending on the age and style of the window . Always measure the window depth, regardless of the type of window treatment the client is considering . Knowing the depth when the order is placed can help prevent costly errors.
To calculate the return width, use this formula:
[standard return width] minus [client window depth] = special return width to order for inside mount blind

REMEMBER:

• Smallest return width is 1⁄2″ (inside measurement), maximum return width is 8″
• Returns 1⁄2″ to 1″ (inside measurement) will be glued; returns 11⁄16″ to 4 5⁄8″ (inside measurement) have the option of being glued
• The width of a return and the width of a valance are measured on the inside (back side) of the valance, not the outside (face) of the valance (see diagram at right)
• Standard return size for 2 3⁄8″ and 2 1⁄2″ blinds—subtract 3⁄16″ prior to determining special return width

How to Measure and Order Valances
If a valance is ordered, it is supplied in one of the following styles, depending on how your blind will be mounted . For a more custom look, the valance and returns may be special ordered to your measurements .
NOTE: Valances with returns are measured and cut from the INSIDE of the miter to ensure the most accurate fit when installed over the headrail or window frame .

Blinds ordered as an OUTSIDE MOUNT
with requested returns will be supplied with returns sized to cover the end of the blind back to the mounting surface . If projection brackets are requested when the blind is ordered, longer returns will be sent automatically . Outside mount blinds are available without returns upon request .
NOTE: Minimum return width is 1⁄2″, maximum return width is 8″ .

Additional Ordering Information:

• Please state at the time of order if the valance and return measurements are for the EXACT size required so that no additions or deductions are made
• Different return sizes can be ordered for the same valance; always provide LEFT return INSIDE measurement first when ordering
• Returns 1⁄2″ to 1″ (inside measurement) will be glued; returns 1 1⁄16″ to 4 5/8″ (inside measurement) have the option of being glued; returns 4 11⁄16″ (inside measurement) and greater will not be glued
• Bay and corner blinds—must specify return width on inside mount at time of order
• Single side returns are available—opposite end will be cut straight

Valance Keystones

• Decorative keystones are required on wood valances that require splicing
• Keystones will be equally spaced unless special splice locations are requested at time of order
• Optional keystones can be ordered with single piece valances, or in addition to required keystones at the time of order only
• Minimum width with a keystone: 12″
• Maximum number of keystones: 3
• Keystones will be stained or painted to match the valance ordered as standard; optional different color selection available
• Keystones not available on distressed wood, in sandblast finish, composite, or faux wood valances
• Keystones cannot be ordered for existing valances, attachment will not work
• All inside mount applications will have a slight light gap at the top of valance when installed

Splicing Requirements

Profile| Number of Sections| Number of Keystones| No Returns| With Returns (inside dimensions)
---|---|---|---|---
Minimum (inches)| Maximum (inches)| Minimum (inches)| Maximum (inches)
3″ Standard Wood Valance 31⁄2″ Modern Wood Valance 31⁄2″ Premium Traditional Wood Valance 41⁄2″ Eloquence Wood Valance| 1| 0| 8| 1001⁄4| 8| 983⁄8
2| 1| 1005⁄16| 2001⁄2| 987⁄16| 1985⁄8
3| 2| 2009⁄16| 3003⁄4| 19811⁄16| 2987⁄8

Outside Mount

• Wood valances requiring a splice will include a keystone (see chart above for details)

Inside Mount

• Wood valances 100 1⁄4″ or wider will require a keystone

How to Measure a Special Splice Location
A keystone is supplied for valance widths that require a splice . Keystones will be equally spaced unless a special splice location is requested at time of order . The placement of the splice will be calculated by the factory using an INSIDE measurement from the mitered corner to the location specified on the order .

Each splice location should be recorded starting from the LEFT BACKSIDE corner .
These formulas are used to calculate BACKSIDE valance measurements .

Example: Overall valance width = 80″ backside measurement
First splice from left = 30″ backside measurement
Second splice from left = 50″ backside measurement
For surcharge, see price charts .
NOTE: All measurements need to be from BACKSIDE .

General Information

Slat Count Table: 2″ Wood Blinds

52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
70

NOTE: Finished height includes headrail and bottomrail .
Slat Count Table: 23⁄8″ Wood Blinds

43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57

NOTE: Finished height includes headrail and bottomrail .
Slat Count Table: 2″ Composite, Premium Faux Wood, and Faux Wood Blinds

Number of Slats| 2″ Composite, Premium Faux Wood, and Faux Wood Blinds
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Finished Blind Height (inches)| Finished Stack Height (inches)
5| 12| 49⁄16
6| 125⁄8|
7| 145⁄16|
8| 161⁄16|
9| 1713⁄16|
10| 199⁄16| 53⁄8
11| 211⁄4|
12| 23|
13| 243⁄4|
14| 267⁄16|
15| 283⁄16|
16| 2915⁄16|
17| 3111⁄16|
18| 333⁄8|
19| 351⁄8|
20| 367⁄8| 7
21| 389⁄16|
22| 405⁄16|
23| 421⁄16|
24| 4313⁄16|
25| 451⁄2|
26| 471⁄4|
27| 49|
28| 5011⁄16|
29| 527⁄16|
30| 543⁄16| 89⁄16
31| 5515⁄16|
32| 575⁄8|
33| 593⁄8|
34| 611⁄8|
35| 6213⁄16|
36| 649⁄16|
Number of Slats| 2″ Composite, Premium Faux Wood, and Faux Wood Blinds
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Finished Blind Height (inches)| Finished Stack Height (inches)
37| 665⁄16|
38| 681⁄16|
39| 693⁄4|
40| 711⁄2| 101⁄8
41| 72|
42|
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68

NOTE: Finished height includes headrail and bottomrail .

Slat Count Table: 21⁄2″ Composite, Premium Faux Wood, and Faux Wood Blinds

Number of Slats| 2 1 ⁄ 2 ” Composite, Premium Faux Wood, and Faux Wood Blinds
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Finished Blind Height (inches)| Finished Stack Height (inches)
5| 12| 43⁄4
6| 145⁄8|
7| 163⁄4|
8| 187⁄8|
9| 21|
10| 231⁄8| 59⁄16
11| 251⁄4|
12| 273⁄8|
13| 291⁄2|
14| 315⁄8|
15| 333⁄4|
16| 357⁄8|
17| 38|
18| 401⁄8|
19| 421⁄4|
20| 443⁄8| 71⁄8
21| 461⁄2|
22| 485⁄8|
23| 503⁄4|
24| 527⁄8|
25| 55|
26| 571⁄8|
27| 591⁄4|
28| 613⁄8|
29| 631⁄2|
30| 655⁄8| 83⁄4
Number of Slats| 2 1 ⁄ 2 ” Composite, Premium Faux Wood, and Faux Wood Blinds
---|---
Finished Blind Height (inches)| Finished Stack Height (inches)
31| 673⁄4|
32| 697⁄8|
33| 72|
34|
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55

NOTE: Finished height includes headrail and bottomrail .

Slat Route and Ladder Count Charts
Take any inside mount deductions before determining ladder quantity (inside mount—1⁄2″; outside mount—no deduction) .
2″ and 21⁄2″ Composite Blinds
For Standard or Reverse Controls

Finished Blind Width (inches)| Slat End Route (inches)| # of Ladders| # of Lifts| # of Center Brackets
---|---|---|---|---
12 to 22| 4| 2| 2| 0
221⁄16  to 38| 5| 3| 3| 0
381⁄16  to 52| 5| 4| 4| 1 over 48″ FBW
521⁄16  to 66| 5| 5| 5| 1

NOTES:

1. Maximum spacing between ladders is 14″ .
2. Maximum slat width is 66″ . Wider blinds must be multiple blinds on one headrail .

2″ and 21⁄2″ Premium Faux Wood and Faux Wood Blinds
For Standard or Reverse Controls

Finished Blind Width (inches)| Slat End Route (inches)| # of Ladders| # of Lifts| # of Center Brackets
---|---|---|---|---
12 to 19| 4| 2| 2| 0
191⁄16  to 30| 4| 3| 2| 0
301⁄16  to 41| 4| 4| 4| 0
411⁄16  to 52| 4| 5| 3| 1 over 48″ FBW
521⁄16  to 63| 4| 6| 6| 1

NOTES:

1. Maximum spacing between ladders is 11″ .
2. Maximum slat width is 63″ . Wider blinds must be multiple blinds on one headrail .

Northern Heights 2″ and 23⁄8″ Wood Blinds
For Standard or Reverse Controls

Finished Blind Width (inches)| Slat End Route (inches)| # of Ladders| # of Lifts| # of Center Brackets
---|---|---|---|---
12 to 24| 4| 2| 2| 0
241⁄16  to 361⁄2| 61⁄2| 2| 2| 0
369⁄16  to 50| 61⁄2| 3| 2| 1 over 48″ FBW
501⁄16  to 60| 61⁄2| 3| 3| 1
601⁄16  to 84| 61⁄2| 4| 4| 2 over 72″ FBW

NOTES:

1. Maximum spacing between ladders is 23 1⁄2″ .
2. Maximum slat width is 84″ . Wider blinds must be multiple blinds on one headrail .

Cordless Lift Blinds Product Detail: Wood, Composite, and Faux Wood

Pair cordless lift with wand tilt for a blind that eliminates operating cords and is safer for homes with children and pets .
To lower blind, simply pull down on the bottomrail . To raise the blind, simply guide the blind into the desired location by gently lifting the bottomrail .
Not available with sky pole option .

Slat Comparison

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