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How to install roman blinds

Person hanging roman blind.

Overview

Roman blinds are a stylish and effective form of window dressing. They're easy to install and look great in any room. They also improve your home's privacy and insulation because they're great at blocking light, sound and heat. This video shows you everything you need to know in order to install them.

Steps

  1. 1

    Measure the window cavity

    Measure your window cavity so you know what area the blind needs to cover. Roman blinds can be trimmed to measure. It's also possible to buy them in standard sizes. Your blind should have a width that is 60mm less than the width of the cavity to give you 30mm clearance on each side of the blind. It should also be 15mm to 30mm longer than the height of your cavity.
    Person using measuring tape and marker to markup window frame.
  2. 2

    Install the brackets in the window cavity

    Mark out the points where you will mount the brackets for your blind and pre-drill the screw holes. Make sure you choose a point that is far enough away from the surface of the glass to leave room for the blind to gather when you pull it up. Then screw your brackets into place. Don't forget that roman blinds can be heavy, so consider adding in an extra bracket.
    Person using measuring tape and marker to mark up window frame.
  3. 3

    Hang the blind in the cavity

    Clip the blind onto the brackets one bracket at a time. Start with a central bracket and work your way out. Once the blind is securely in place, the only thing left to do is install a cleat to hold the blind cord off the floor. Blinds cords can be a choking hazard, so it's a good idea to tie them up out of reach of children. Screw a cleat onto the inside frame of the window approximately 1600mm off the floor and then tie your blind cord up.
    Person hanging roman blind.

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