when it comes to custom window coverings
one of the most important steps is to
properly measure your windows blinds
comm gives you a few options to get the
job done right if you're looking for a
professional to complete the measuring
for you we offer a convenient and
affordable service on the other hand if
you're more of a do-it-yourselfer we can
show you how to get the perfect
measurements it's quick and easy you
just have to follow a few simple steps
so let's take a look at how to measure
your standard rectangular windows keep
in mind this is a general overview and
we urge you to view the measuring guide
for your specific product you can also
call 1-800 505 one 905 to get free
measuring help from one of our expert
window decorators before we start here
are some critical points to keep in mind
always use a steel measuring tape it is
essential to getting precise accurate
measurements you'll notice your tape
measure is divided into inches
represented by the longest lines and the
big bold numbers it's been divided into
fractions of an inch half quarter eighth
and sixteenth the smaller is the
fraction the shorter the line will be
you'll measure to the nearest 1/8 of an
inch as represented by the fourth
longest lines on the tape measure if the
size falls on one sixteenth marker
smaller round down to the nearest 1/8 if
you're not sure what your measurement is
count the tick marks after the last
number and use this chart make sure to
record your measurements as you go first
record the width measurement second
record the height
we suggest using our handy measuring
sheet which gives you measuring tips as
well as space to record your
measurements got it great let's get
measuring
you
first you need to know whether you're
going to mount your window covering
inside the window opening or outside on
the wall let's start with inside mount
since it's the most traditional way to
hang blinds and shades and the one we
recommend in most cases for inside mount
you should always record the exact
window opening size taking no deductions
from your measurements your window
covering will be made to fit snugly in
the window step 1 ensuring proper depth
start by making sure your window has
enough depth to accommodate the product
you're interested in you can find
minimum mounting depth under the
mounting requirements section of any
blinds comm product page also check to
be sure there aren't any obstructions in
the window opening that may get in the
way of an inside mount if your window
isn't deep enough or there are
obstructions you should consider another
product or you'll need an outside mount
if you'd like help selecting an
alternative product that fits your depth
give us a call at one eight hundred five
five one nine zero five and one of our
window covering experts will quickly
help step 2
measuring width to get your windows with
you'll always measure from edge to edge
inside the window frame at the location
you plan to mount your installation
brackets here's how to accurately
measure inside your window frame look at
the back of your tape measure and find
the measurement listed this is the exact
size of your tape measure housing place
the metal end of the tape on one side of
the window and rest the end of the
housing on the other side note the
measurement and then add the number on
the back of your tape measure if you're
considering a roller shade solar shade
shear shade or a vertical blind measure
with at the top of the window only for
all other blinds and shades take top
middle and bottom measurements and
record the narrowest of the three as
your measurement one thing to note about
roller shades solar shades and sheer
shades if you inside mount any of these
products there will be light gaps up to
1/2 inch
on each side of the shade because of the
products hardware to eliminate light
gaps add light gap blockers to your
order these are adhesive strips that
attach to your window and completely
block any light gaps alternatively you
may want to consider an outside mount
for these products to fully cover your
window
step 3 measuring height for height
just like with you'll always measure
from edge to edge inside the frame at
the spot you plan to mount your
installation brackets measure the height
in three locations left center and right
if your product is a roller shade a
solar shade a sheer shade or a vertical
blind use the shortest of the three
measurements for all other blinds and
shades use the longest and that's it
you're done measuring for an inside
mount
you
let's see how to measure an outside
mount for this type of mount instead of
fitting your product into the window
opening it's more about the size you
want your window covering to be making
sure that your side exceeds the window
opening by at least two inches on all
sides your product will be made to the
exact measurements you specify this
gives you a little more freedom to
choose your size but you should bear in
mind a few considerations for one you
should include additional height for the
mounting brackets which are up to two
and a half inches tall if you'd like
more privacy and light blockage add
extra width on the sides top and bottom
considering a roller or solar shade to
your window add an extra two inches to
your measurement to accommodate the
difference between the roller and the
fabric finally be aware of obstructions
that might get in the way of mounting
your blight or shade especially window
molding some products are available with
spacer blocks or extension brackets that
enable the window covering to be mounted
further away from the wall thus clearing
away any obstructions and now you know
how to measure rectangular windows for
any type of window covering if you still
feel like you could use some assistance
call one eight hundred five zero five
one nine zero five to speak with one of
our expert window decorators for free or
consider our affordable and easy to use
professional measure and installation
services from blinds comm if you'd
rather leave it to the pros either way
we'll help you get the right
measurements so you can achieve that
perfect look
you