Edit ArticleHow to Install Blinds Three Parts:Measuring and Determining the MountAttaching the BracketsInstalling the Head Rail and ValanceCommunity Q&A Rather than spending the big bucks to get someone to install your blinds for you, why not do it yourself? With the right tools and some help from wikiHow, you'll have your blinds up in no time. Scroll down to Step 1 to get started.You need to do this to make sure that you buy the correct size of blind. Use a measuring tape to determine the size of the window. You can either mount your blinds on the inside or on the outside of the casing. If you hang your blinds on the outside, your window (and the blinds) will look larger. Hanging the blinds on the inside gives your window a slimmer look. Inside mounts also allow more light to shine around the edges of the blinds. Measuring for an outside mount: Measure along the outside edges of the casing that surrounds the window. Measure the exact length from the top of the casing to the bottom of the casing (or to the sill if your window has one).

Measuring for an inside mount: Put your measuring tape inside the casing where the glass of the window meets the casing. Measure the width of the window at the top, middle and bottom. If there is any difference in the numbers, use the smallest figure to base your measurements off of. Purchase your blinds according the measurements you made. There are many different kinds of blinds to choose from--vinyl, PV, aluminum, wood--and the choice you make will have to be based on personal preference.Sell Used Books Oceanside Ca If you plan on putting aluminum blinds in a nursery or your child’s room, make sure that the blinds you choose are painted with certified lead-free paint.Install Vinyl Plank Flooring Around Toilet Make your mounting marks. Cheap Maltese Puppies For Sale In Ma

Unpack your blinds and make sure all of the parts are there. If there are instructions that come with your blinds, follow them along with the steps listed here. You will need to make some pencil marks so that you know where to place your brackets. For an outside mount: Hold the blind up so that the head rail (the top part of the blind) is centered and leveled with your window’s casing (the two vertical slats that form the ‘frame’ of the window). Make a pencil mark right below the head rail on each side of the casing. You should also make a mark ¼ of an inch past the end of each head rail. For an inside mount: Place the head rail inside the casing. It should be level--keep your handrail level, even if your window is not. Make pencil marks below the head rail on each end. Open the bracket door and hold the end brackets in place. Place them inside the pencil marks you have made. There are two open sides to the bracket--one of them should face out towards you, while the other should face in towards the center of the window.

The bracket door must face towards the inside of the room. If your bracket door is tricky to use, consider trying to open it with one of your fingers and a screwdriver. Mark where you will be drilling. Using your pencil, mark the spots where you will need to drill your pilot holes (there should be two of them). You should choose two diagonal holes to drill into so that your brackets are sturdier. Take the brackets away and hold up a level to the two holes are even. For an outside mount: The brackets should be placed on the outside face of the window casing on both sides of the window. For an inside mount: The brackets should be placed up against the inside top corner of each side of the window. Drill the holes for the screws. Each bracket comes with two screws. If you are drilling into wood, use a 1/16-inch diameter drill bit to make a hole that is slightly smaller than the screw that you will use to secure your bracket. Replace the bracket and drill your screws into place.

If you are drilling into drywall, plaster, concrete, tile, stone, or brick, use appropriate screws, anchors, or plugs and follow the specific instructions that come with them. Snap the valance clips in place. Valance clips are used to attach the head rail to the valance. The valance is what covers the head rail and makes it look a bit more decorative. The valance clips should be snapped over the front lip of the head rail before the head rail is inserted into the bracket. Your blinds may be made up of ‘ladders’ of blinds. If this is the case, snap each valance clip into place next to the top of each ladder--not directly on top of it. If they are put directly over each ladder, the valance clips might get caught in the cords of the blinds. Place the head rail into the brackets. Once you have finished drilling the brackets into place, make sure the bracket doors are wide open and then insert the head rail into the brackets. When you have situated the head rail, snap the bracket doors closed.

You should hear an audible snapping noise.Place the valance along the head rail in the position you would like it to be in. Rest it on top of the valance clips. When you have positioned it the way you would like it be, press gently down so that the valance clips snap into the valance, holding it in place. Secure the blind wand. If your blinds came with a wand for opening and closing them, and it did not come pre-attached, attach it now. Push the plastic sleeve of the hook up, insert the wand’s end into the hook, and then slide the plastic covering back down. Always read the instructions provided with your blinds. Get someone to help you hold the blinds up. If you have never operated a drill, get someone who knows how to use it to help you.Compare Metal curtain rings with clips for window and shower curtains, home decro Ningbo Wanhe Industry Co., Ltd. US $0.1-1 1000 PiecesBefore you begin your installation: Read all installation instructions! • Make sure that you have all tools and hardware needed for installation.

• Check the installation surface (wall, ceiling, or window frame) to ensure that you have suitable fasteners and tools for the material. • Double check the headrail and shade for proper width and length. If you are installing several sets of blinds, be sure to match them with the appropriate window. • Check the parts list shipped with the product to confirm that you have the correct number of brackets. • Phillips head screwdriver • Drill/drill bits (1/16" drill bit may be used to pre-drill for screws) • 1/4" Wrench (if using extension brackets) • Hex nutdriver (optional for mounting screws) •Headrail with van carrier (Offers clearance for obstructions) Outside-mounting extension brackets will provide 1"–3" clearance between the headrail and mounting surface. Assemble extension bracket as shown. Mark the bracket locations — outside-mount installation • Position one bracket at each end of the headrail, 3" in from the ends.

• Space any remaining brackets evenly, not more than 30" apart. • Mark the bracket mounting hole locations at the desired height, making sure they are level and square. Allow at least 1/2" clearance for vanes above the floor or sill. Install the brackets— outside-mount installation If mounting into drywall or plaster, use 3/16" drill bit and insert wall anchors before inserting screws. Example: Installation on a wood window frame using the included screws. Mark the bracket locations— inside-mount installation • Mark the bracket locations, making sure they are in a straight line that is parallel to the wall. Determining the correct distance from the wall or window: Position the center of the brackets a minimum of 2 1/2" in front of the window frame or any protruding trim or handles. Install the brackets— inside-mount installation Install in a wood window frame using the included screws. For models equipped with a valance, the valance mounting clips should be installed to the headrail at this time.

Please refer to the installation instructions included with your valance before proceeding Attach the headrail — outside- or inside-mount NOTE: For wide windows and sliding glass doors, two people are recommended for installing the headrail. With the bracket positioned as shown, fit the top front lip of the headrail into the front part of the spring clip. Tip the back of the headrail up into the spring clip until it locks with a clicking sound. Center the vane rotation • Attach the wand. • Rotate the wand so that the vane clips are at a right angle to the window. Models With Vane-Rotation Chains Adjust the vane rotation chain so that it is centered (ends of chain should be even). Vane clips should be at a right angle to the window (open position). Starting at one end, align the rectangular hole in the vane with the clip. Slide the vane fully into the clip; then pull down slightly to lock the hook on the clip into place. Repeat for the remaining vanes, making sure that all vanes are facing in the same direction.

- Vanes nest correctly for optimum light control. - Vanes nest incorrectly, preventing optimum light control. Bottom Chains (if ordered) Connect the vanes together with the included clips and chain. Attach the tension device (cord/chain control only) Refer to instructions in the hold-down tension device. Test the vane rotation Turn the wand or pull the bead chain in alternate directions to ensure that the vanes rotate smoothly in both directions. With the vanes in the open position (vanes at a right angle to the window), slide the wand or pull the cord in alternate directions to ensure that the vanes move smoothly in both directions. Vertical Valance Installation Instructions The following illustrations show installed examples of some common valance styles. Refer to the installation that matches your valance. • Resemblance™ Faux Wood Valance Please refer to the illustrated examples to determine which clips and instructions you will need.

Install the valance clips—DesignLine™, Traditional, and Transitional (outside-mount) NOTE: Headrail mounting shown in installed position to show typical mounting bracket locations. • Position one clip at each end of the headrail, next to the headrail mounting bracket locations. Make sure that the clips do not interfere with the mounting brackets. • Lower the clip into the top channel of the headrail at a 45° angle to the headrail so the locking tabs fit into the channel. • Rotate the clip in the channel so that it locks into place. • Space remaining clips evenly between the ends, not more than 30" apart. Install the valance clips—DesignLine™, Traditional, and Transitional (inside-mount) NOTE: Valance clips must be installed prior to headrail installation. DesignLine™ Outside- and Inside- Mount Installation Attach the valance to the headrail • Center the front panel with the headrail. • Slide the mounting tab on the front valance panel into the valance clips until they click into place.

Attach the returns (outside-mount) • Slide the end of the return into the pocket of the corner clip, as shown. • Slide the corner clip onto the end of the front panel. The top notch will slide over the mounting tab; the lower lip on the bottom notch will slide into the channel on the back of the lower front panel trim. • Repeat for the other return. Attach the valance to the headrail (outside-mount) Attach the valance to the headrail (inside-mount) Install the clips on the valance • Install a valance clip about 2" in from each end. Space any remaining clips evenly along the length of the valance. • Insert the clip into the groove on the back side of the valance and then rotate the clip 90°. • Hook the valance clips onto the front of the headrail. Make sure the hooks fit over the lip of the channel as shown. • Slide a return “L” bracket into the angled end of each return. • Press the returns into place on each end of the valance.