Measure above the window first to make sure you have at least 2 of flat space on the molding or wall.
How to measure windows for blinds and shades.
Measure the inside of the window frame in three places for width.
Next measure the width you want covered.
Inside mount treatments are installed inside the window casing.
Left center and right.
You don t need to be perfect but it never hurts to try.
Step 1 be sure to measure accurately.
Across the top middle and bottom.
Record each of these on your worksheet.
At the left middle and right side.
Your best bet is to go with pencil just in case your first measurements need a little reworking.
For maximum privacy extend the measurement as much as three inches past both sides of the window.
Circle the tallest measurement this is the number you submit for your window s height.
1 measure the width inside the window opening at the top and round down to the nearest 1 8 measurement.
Round your measurements to the nearest 1 8.
If your window does not have a sill measure to the point you would like the blind to reach.
That ll be the width you use when you order.
How to measure for inside mount blinds and shades.
Measure the width of the recess in three places.
Measure your width only at the top of the window for roller shades.
Write down all of your measurements clearly.
Measure the height of the.
But mistakes in measurements can ruin them altogether step 2 measure for width.
If the window is set in a deep recess fitting the blind inside makes for a neat finish.
Make sure you hold both ends of the tape on the inside edges of the recess.
Do not make any deductions to this number.
Do not take deductions.
Start by measuring the width of your window inside the frame in 3 places top middle and bottom.
If you decided to mount blinds or shades outside the window take these steps.
Measure the width of each window.
Measure the area you would like the blind or shade to cover.
Note the smallest measurement as it will be the one you use step 3 measure for height.
Order at the exact opening size with no deductions.
2 measure the height inside the window opening from the top of the window opening to the window sill.
Measure the height of your window opening in three places.