Your blinds should already come with all the hardware you need to install them though you will also want some basic tools drill tape measure pencil level on hand as well.
Blinds outside window frame.
Benefits of hanging blinds outside the window frame fit the windows perfectly and provide full coverage against sun protection.
Use over windows to block heat from entering the home and save an average 40 on your summer cooling costs.
If window casing is shallow then outside mounting is the answer.
Inside mount blinds are often flush with the window s opening and do not cover up the trim.
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Width x height x depth.
Installing blinds is a simple project that can be done in an afternoon even for the most novice diyer.
First decide whether to install the blinds inside or outside of the window frame.
It does not mean the blind is installed outdoors.
Outside mounting works for nearly any style of window covering since you are simply mounting it to the wall around the window.
The unique coolaroo exterior grade fabric resists fading mildew and staining.
Wooden blinds look great when mounted outside the window frame installing blinds is a very easy process especially if you are outside mounting them.
Then you will know if you can mount your blinds on the out side of the window frame if you just have sheet rock and no trim.
You will have to see what kind of window trim you have.
As the name implies outside mount blinds are installed outside of the window frame usually on the trim or above the window.
You ll need at least 2 inches above the frame for mounting brackets.
Simply hose off to clean.
How to measure for blinds mounted outside the window outside mounting occurs outside the window frame and covers the complete window frame overlapping to the wall outside the frame.
Since outside window blinds do not have to fit within any parameters they provide more flexibility when choosing window treatments for your home.
Do not machine wash.
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Can hide ugly window casings molding or glass.
Outside mount window treatments can be mounted on the face of window trim or on the wall above the window.
Before you install your blinds you need to determine whether you want to mount them inside the window frame or.
This roller shade opens from the top down and the pull cord can be mounted on the left of right side.
Outside mount sometimes referred to as outside brackets means that a blind or shade is installed outside of the window frame while an inside mount is installed inside the window opening.
Measure the overall area to be covered.
Here s how to install blinds on a window.
Add an extra 3 inches to the width and height for ideal light and privacy control.
