Blinds that mount outside of the window opening are perfect if you can t install blinds on with an inside mount.
How to measure outside mount blinds.
Consider adding an extra 3 inches to the width and height for optimum light control and privacy.
Outside mount window treatments are mounted outside the window casing.
For increased light control and privacy.
If you want to hang blinds that cover your window completely taking proper measurements will help you get the right size.
Between outermost points where blind is to be placed.
If you re mounting to the trim measure the width of the trim at the top of the window.
How to measure outside mount blinds.
How to measure for outside mount blinds and shades.
Outside mount window treatments are mounted on the window molding wall or ceiling above your window.
If the window frame is sufficiently deep to attach the mounting brackets inside the window frame you can choose inside or outside mounting.
In this short video you will see just how easy it is to measure for an outside mount.
Outside mount blinds are a good choice if an inside mount is not possible due to little or no window depth.
If not you ll have to use an outside mount.
Measure to the nearest 1 8 in.
Outside mount blinds or shades can make your windows appear wider and longer while also providing better light control and privacy options.
Outside mounted blinds are installed to cover the window frame or attach to the wall.
Measurement should overlap each side of window frame by at least 1 1 2 in.
First find the widest point of your window before finding the height at the tallest point.
Measure the overall area to be covered.
Measuring for outside mount wood blinds.
Inside mounted blinds are installed within the window.
Measure the width of the window open and case moldings to determine how wide you want the blinds.
Measuring for 2 and 2 1 2 horizontal blinds is simple it s just 2 easy steps.