Measure the inside of the window frame in three places for width.
Roller blinds inside window frame.
Once you know your window depth you can check it against the depth requirements for the blinds or shades you have in mind.
Make note for the narrowest width and longest height.
If your windows are beveled measure the flattest and largest section of the beveling.
The window treatment brackets are either screwed into the ceiling of the window opening or sides.
Inside mount window treatments come with their own benefits which makes them a popular choice for homeowners.
Record the narrowest width and longest height.
Inside mount treatments are installed inside the window casing.
Inside mount blinds are installed inside the window frame.
The most important difference is that you will need to use screws designed for metal rather than the wood screws supplied with the blinds.
Inside mount blinds fit inside the window frame for a neat clean look.
With an outside mount the blind is mounted either on the window frame itself or entirely outside the frame on the wall.
Installing window treatments as an inside mount gives your windows a clean finished look allows blinds or shades to be flush with the trim or wall.
When measuring for the inside mount measure in three places for width top middle and bottom.
An important tip if you re considering an inside mount.
At the left middle and right side.
Then again for height left middle and right.
Across the top middle and bottom.
Perfect fit blinds offer fuss free installation simply clipping between the glass and beading of your window.
Because they fit neatly inside the frame with no drilling or screws these blinds are ideal for unusually shaped windows listed buildings and rented properties.
The benefits of inside mount blinds.
This mounting style is more traditional and is generally the primary installation method for blinds.
Don t forget to record window depth so you ll meet the minimum installation.
Most blinds are designed for installation in wood window frames but that doesn t mean you can t install them in a metal frame window.
If you leave your blinds down most of the time then fitting inside the recess can be the smarter choice.
Make sure that you have no obstacles that could disrupt the flow of the blind including larger window sills and window winders.
Inside the window recess.
Before you buy any type of blinds consider how you want to mount them.
If one is present measure from the obstruction to the edge of the window frame.
An inside mount is when blinds or shades are installed inside the top of the window frame.
Unlike outside mounted blinds hanging blinds inside a window frame creates a cleaner sleeker appearance with less potential for damage or detachment.