Welcome to our simple guide for installing your new, custom aluminium venetian blinds. Your custom kit is super easy to use, so have fun as you click, slide and lock parts together.
What you’ll need to install
1-2 people
10-20 minutes
What you’ll need to install
- your tape measure (metal is best)
- your step ladder
- a cordless drill with a Phillips head drill bit
- a 3 mm drill bit
- a pencil
- *For large blinds it is best to have a second person help hold the blind in position.
Before you get going
If you're drilling into wood, follow the steps below.
If you're drilling into plaster, you have two options:
use a stud finder to locate where your wall studs are, then follow the steps below
use a Ramset 10 mm Grip Hollow Wall Anchor, which will help secure your blind to plaster
If you're drilling into concrete, stone, brick or tile, use a Masonry drill and appropriate plugs, anchors or screws
If you're just not sure, call or email us so we can help!
Verify Measurements: Before installing your Venetian blinds, double-check the final measurements of the supplied products to ensure they match your order and fit the intended space. If there is any doubt, notify us within 7 days.
Confirm Installation Items: Ensure you have all the necessary components and tools as specified in the installation guide.
Follow the Instructions Carefully: Adhere to the provided installation steps, particularly those indicating where two people are required for safe handling.
Inspect the Area: Perform a visual inspection of the installation area to identify and mitigate any risks to surrounding surfaces, objects, or structures.
Blind width:
120-1200mm - 2 brackets
1201-2000mm - 3 brackets
2001-3000mm - 4 brackets
3001mm+ - 5 brackets
Your custom kit:
A
Your venetian blind
B
Brackets
C
Cleat
D
Screws
OK it's time to start installing, let's take it step by step
Installing your blind is easy and fun. Follow these 5 steps, then kick back and admire a job well done.
Here's how to do it:
Get organised
A
Unpack your custom kit, and lay out your venetian blind on a clean floor, under your window.
Mark up
A
Position outer brackets approximately 100mm from the edge of the blind and space the remaining brackets evenly across the width of the blind. (make sure the brackets will not interfere with the operation of the tilt mechanism before installing)
Space out central brackets evenly (at least one bracket every 900mm)
B
Take your pencil and your brackets. Lift each bracket up into position and mark two level dots where the screws will attach the bracket to the frame.
Attach your brackets
A
Using your cordless drill with the 3 mm drill bit, pre-drill 2 holes where you marked the two pencil dots.
B
Pick up the bracket and position it directly over the two holes you just drilled. Secure the bracket with the screws in your custom kit, using your cordless drill with the Phillips head drill bit.
Repeat the process for the other brackets.
Insert your blind
A
Place the front hooks of the bracket inside the front edges of the head rail.
B
When evenly in position, rotate the back of the head rail into the rear of the bracket until it clicks into place.
Make it child safe
A
Fasten the cleats to the frame using the screws provided. Do not use tape or glue.
B
The cord must not form a loop longer than 220mm and should be wound entirely around the cleat.
C
We take Australian child safety laws seriously. The cleats must be installed at least 1600mm above floor level, because a child is capable of unwinding a cord from a cleat. See 'Let's get real about child safety' at the bottom for more info.
Let's get real about child safety.
Children don't understand that a chain wrapped around their neck can tighten and strangle them in just a few minutes if they sit down, roll around or climb down to the floor.Children have died when the loop went over their head or they got tangled in a loose chain while:
sleeping in a cot or bed near to where chains are hanging
playing near chains, or
standing on a chair, sofa or bed to look out of a window.
You must follow the Australian Government requirements when installing your blind.
Install your p clip exactly as per step 5 of this guide
Don't remove the warning label that comes attached to your blind
Attach your own label with your name and contact details (or the details of whoever is installing your blind for you)
