How to measure for Blinds
Step 1: Decide on Fitting Style
Choose whether you want the blinds to fit inside the window recess (inside mount) or outside the window recess (outside mount).
Step 2: Gather Tools
You will need a metal tape measure, a notepad, and a pen.
Step 3: Measuring Inside the Window Recess (Inside Mount)
- Measure the width of the window recess at the top, middle, and bottom. Write down the measurements in millimeters (mm) and use the smallest width.
- Measure the height of the window recess on the left, middle, and right. Write down the measurements in millimeters (mm) and use the smallest height.
Step 4: Measuring Outside the Window Recess (Outside Mount)
- Measure the exact width you want the blinds to cover, including any extra overlap. Measure at the top, middle, and bottom, and use the largest width.
- Measure the exact height you want the blinds to cover, including any extra overlap. Measure at the left, middle, and right, and use the largest height.