How to measure for vertical blinds in a bay window?
So, yes! Vertical blinds can 100% be fitted with bay windows and can look incredibly stylish when done right. All of our made-to-measure vertical blinds come with full installation instructions, making it incredibly easy to fit them without the costs of additional labour.
Can you have vertical blinds in a bay window?
So, yes! Vertical blinds can 100% be fitted with bay windows and can look incredibly stylish when done right. All of our made-to-measure vertical blinds come with full installation instructions, making it incredibly easy to fit them without the costs of additional labour.
How much clearance do you need for vertical blinds?
We recommend the blind overlaps the window by 50-100mm on each side and above depending on the space you have. If you have architraves, we recommend measuring from architrave edge to architrave edge. Then, measure the exact drop from the top of where you want your blind to be to the bottom.
How far off the floor should vertical blinds be?
Outside Mount
We recommend adding between 3” to 6” to your width measurement. Also add 2 ½” to your height measurement to allow enough room for the mounting brackets above the opening. Our suggested floor clearance is ½” to 1”.
What blinds look best on a bay window?
Roller Blinds for Bay Windows
With their wide variety of colours, patterns, and fabrics, it's no wonder why Roller Blinds are such a popular choice for bay windows. They're also a great cost-effective alternative compared to other styles such as a Roman Blind.
What are the best blinds for bay windows?
Roman blinds provide excellent insulation when paired with a thermal lining, perfect for those larger bay windows. Made-to-measure roman blinds will fit snugly into your bay windows, due to their narrow depth profile.
Should vertical blinds go inside or outside the recess?
It is also worthwhile to factor in which style of blind you wish to have as some styles will be more suited to each method (e.g. vertical blinds work better inside the recess and roman blinds can work better outside the recess).
What is the difference between blind size and recess size?
A blind that is fitted within the window recess means it is the same size as the window and will fill that area. This is known as recess fitting. Whereas a blind that is fitted outside of the recessed area is commonly referred to as an exact fitting.
How much gap do you need for inside mount blinds?
Inside-Mounted Vertical Blinds
Window should have a minimum recessed space of 2 3/8" for inside mount. Measure the width of the window from the top of the opening to the sill in 3 places. Use the smallest dimension for the blind width. The factory will automatically deduct up to 1/4" - 1/2".
What is the rule for measuring blinds?
Measure both the width of the window and the height of the window. Consider adding an extra 3 inches to the width and height for optimum light control and privacy. Extending the blinds outside the window will also provide the space needed for the mounts and help the window appear larger than it actually is.
How high should vertical blinds be above the window?
Allow 3" for adequate mounting area above the window. If blind extends to the floor (i.e. to cover a patio door), measure height from the headrail to the floor, and deduct ½" for clearance in order for the vanes to clear the floor.
How much gap should be on each side of blinds?
Measure the width to the nearest 1/8 of an inch between the outermost points where you'll place the blinds. For optimum light control, the blinds should extend 1-1/2 inches beyond the window opening on each side.
Where should vertical blinds sit?
If you are installing the vertical blind above a windowsill, 3 cm from the bottom will usually be sufficient, but this is a matter of taste. You also need to be sure that the slats can keep out sunlight, if the sill at the bottom of the window is low.
Can vertical blinds meet in the middle?
Verticals can dress to the left, or the right – the stack of louvres opening to one side or the other of your choice. You can also have them made to meet and part in the centre like curtains, so that you get a stack of louvres of equal sizes on both sides of the window.
Are curtains or blinds better for bay windows?
Full-length curtains work best, as they create a sense of height. If you have more than one window to dress, a curtain for each is ideal. Curtains really work for bay windows as not only do they look fabulous, but they reduce draughts, helping to keep heat in.
Can vertical blinds go around corners?
By this we mean glass that meets glass in the corner. To hang curtains in this area you need a continuous curved track or rod is essential as separate curtains would touch the glass. Vertical blinds or Veri Shades® that also curve right around are another good option.
Should I put curtains or roman shades on bay window?
Bay Windows Without Seating
In other cases, roman shades would still be the best solution because they help to highlight the shape of the bay window where curtains might cover them up and underplay their unique charm.
Should you put curtains on a bay window?
Layering bay windows with curtains and shades not only adds style and interest to a room but also function. Light-color drapes can be drawn to filter the sun's rays, and shades can be lowered for privacy and to block light.
Why is a bay window so expensive?
Bay windows are considered quite large, so they cost more than traditional window styles. They're custom-built and can be as small or big as you want, but they are typically between 3 feet and 10 feet wide and 3 feet and 6 feet high. The larger the window, the more it will cost.
Should vertical blinds touch the window sill?
Yes, for your blinds to work to greatest effect and to achieve the right visual finish, window blinds should rest on the windowsill. The only exception to this is vertical blinds which require a small amount of clearance to prevent the louvres from dragging on the windowsill when operated.
What is more popular vertical or horizontal blinds?
For example, when you're choosing the right blinds for patio windows, vertical blinds are often the most popular choice. That's because vertical blinds are great for wide windows, like french or sliding doors. Because they hang down the window, not across, they're a lot more versatile for partially covering the area.
Which way should vertical blinds face in summer?
Closing your blinds with the slats facing up keeps your home cooler in the summer, too. Upward-facing slats block out more light, and they deflect it toward the ceiling and away from the center of your home.
What is the most popular blind size?
The most common slat size (slat = the individual blind piece) is 2 inches - which fits the majority of windows. But if you have a small window, you will want to go with the smaller slat options so the blinds don't seen disproportionate to the frame.
What is the most common blind size?
Standard sized blinds are anywhere from 24 x 72 - 72 x 72 off the shelf at your local hardware stores.
Should blinds be the exact size as the window?
We recommend going at least 2" wider than the opening on either side, so 4" total. For the height, go about 3 inches above the window trim (to allow for the mounting brackets) and measure from that point down to the window sill.
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