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How to install venetian blinds

A person installing venetian blinds in a window

Overview

Venetian blinds are a great way to give a room some privacy and shade. They are also easy to install. We'll show you how to measure the window, mount the brackets and install the blind. You'll also get a few handy tips to help you get a quality finish.

Steps

1Measure the window cavity

Measure the window cavity so you know what area the blind needs to cover. You can buy venetian blinds in standard sizes, or you can order made to measure blinds to cover any sized window. Allow for a couple of centimetres of clearance on either side and add a couple of centimetres of extra length


A person measuring the width of a window

2Mount the brackets for the blind

Select a point on either side of the window cavity to mount the end brackets. Set them slightly back from the glass so the blind has room to run smoothly. Use the bracket as a template to mark the screw holes. Then pre-drill the holes and screw the brackets into place. If the window cavity is wide, it's a good idea to include a bracket in the middle to support the weight of the blind.
A person screwing a bracket to the side of a window cavity using a cordless drill

3Install the venetian blind

Open the catches on the brackets and slot in the blind. Then lock the catches to secure the blind in place. Release the sash cord to make sure the blind is running smoothly. Finish by installing a cleat on the architrave. This will give you somewhere to tie up the sash cord and keep it out of the way.
A person installing venetian blinds in a window
Health & Safety

Please make sure you use all equipment appropriately and safely when following the advice in these D.I.Y. videos. You need to be familiar with how to use equipment safely and follow the instructions that came with the equipment. If you are unsure, you may feel it is safest to consult an expert, such as the manufacturer or an expert Bunnings Team Member.

Grave health hazards are linked to asbestos, which may be in homes built up to 1990. Health hazards may result from exposure to lead-based paints in older materials and copper chromium arsenic (CCA) treated timber. For information on the dangers of asbestos, lead-based paint and CCA treated timber and tips for dealing with these materials contact your local council's Environmental Health Officer. You can also use a simple test kit from Bunnings to indicate the presence of lead-based paint.