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What you'll need to measure

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1-2 people

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Less than 5 minutes

Tools

  • your tape measure (metal is best)
  • your step ladder
  • a pen and some paper
Have you designed how your venetian blinds will fit?

This is where the fun starts! If you’ve already landed on the perfect fit for your windows, then you’re good to go. Otherwise don't stress, we'll walk you through the design options below.

Are your windows 'normal' size?

'Normal' for us means between 600 mm and 3000 mm wide, and 600 mm to 3000 mm high. If your window is wider than 3000 mm jump across to our linked blinds, which can span up to 12 metres.

Do you know what surface your venetian blinds will attach to?

Our venetian blinds attach to most surfaces, though it's always best to do your homework. Wooden window frames and wall studs are by far the easiest to attach to.

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Get touchy feely with our stunning Aluminium, Visionwood and Timber finishes. It's the best way to choose the perfect look for your home.

Designing your dream venetian blinds

The fun starts with designing how your venetian blinds will fit, so channel your inner stylist and get creative! This is about finding your dream look and getting custom blinds that fit and function perfectly.

Outside the frame - Face fit
Outside the frame - Face fit
Outside the frameless window - Face fit square set
Outside the frameless window - Face fit square set
Inside the frame - Recess fit
Inside the frame - Recess fit

Venetian blinds that sit outside the frame are called face fit

usually attached to the part of the window frame facing you
ideal fit for bedrooms
don't let much light in down the sides
best fit to get around chunky obstructions

OK it's time to start measuring, let's take it step by step.

Measuring up is easy; we just need to know three things: your width and your drop measurements, and which side you'd like your cord on. Here's how to do it:

1

Measure your width

Measure the exact outside width of your window frame across the top, and write it down. This measurement will be your blind width.

2

Measure your drop

Measure the height of your window frame from the top of the frame down to where you’d like the blind to finish, and write it down. This may be at the bottom of the frame, just above the floor, or to match up with other blinds in your room.

3

Choose your cord side

Make a note of which side you'd like your cord to be on. Think about which side is easiest to reach, obstruction free and where the cord will be least visible.

4

Order your custom blinds online

You're all set to order your venetian blinds!

Design & Order

Venetian blinds that sit outside the frame are called face fit

usually attached to the part of the window frame facing you
ideal fit for bedrooms
don't let much light in down the sides
best fit to get around chunky obstructions

OK it's time to start measuring, let's take it step by step.

Measuring up is easy; we just need to know three things: your width and your drop measurements, and which side you'd like your cord on. Here's how to do it:

1

Measure your width

Measure the exact outside width of the window across the top, and write it down.

Then add 50 mm - 100 mm on each side of the window measurement taken. This ensures the venetian blind will provide maximum coverage of the window.

Example: your window width measures 1810 mm. You'll add 100 mm, and then give us 1910 mm.

2

Measure your drop

Measure the height of the window from the top down to where you’d like your blind to finish. This may be at the bottom of the window, just above the floor, or to match up with other blinds in your room.

Then add 50 mm - 100 mm on the top and bottom of the window measurement taken. This ensures the venetian blind will provide maximum coverage of the window.

Example: the drop you'd like measures 1200 mm. You'll add 100 mm, and then write down 1300 mm.

3

Choose your cord side

Make a note of which side you'd like your cord to be on. Think about which side is easiest to reach, obstruction free and where the cord will be least visible.

4

Order your custom blinds online

You're all set to order your venetian blinds!

Design & Order

Venetian blinds that sit inside the frame are called recess fit

seamless and modern look
ideal fit for living areas
perfect for nice, deep windows with minimal obstructions

OK it's time to start measuring, let's take it step by step.

Measuring up is easy; we just need to know five things - your depth, your width, your drop, which side you'd like your cord on and any minor obstructions. Here's how to do it:

1

Check your depth

Check that you have a minimum depth of:

70 mm for 63 mm Visionwood
60 mm for 50 mm Visionwood, Timber and Aluminium
30 mm for 25 mm Aluminium

between the glass in your window and the edge of the window frame. This is so there's enough space for your venetian blinds to fit neatly inside your frame.Make a note of any obstructions and remember these should be minimal. You'll add these notes into your order.

2

Measure your width

Measure the exact inside width of the window frame across the top, and write it down. This measurement will be your blind width. Don’t make any deductions, we’ll do it for you so that you get a perfect fit.

3

Measure your drop

Measure the exact inside height of the window frame from top to bottom, and write it down. When your blind is down, it will sit flush against the bottom of the frame.

4

Choose your cord side

Make a note of which side you'd like your cord to be on. Think about which side is easiest to reach, obstruction free and where the cord will be least visible.

5

Order your custom blinds online

You're all set to order your blinds!

Design & Order

Our hints and tips

Want to know our top tips for measuring up like a pro?

Give us your measurements in millimetres (mm)
Double check all of your measurements before you order
Always write down 'width' and 'drop' next to your measurements, so you don't reverse them by accident!
Only give us the exact measurements we ask for. Our team custom makes your blinds to fit your windows.
They make standard deductions to account for your brackets, so you don't have to.
Measure every window. The beauty of each house is that each window may have slight variations in size, and we want all your blinds to fit perfectly.
We know every home is unique please contact us if you need assistance.

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