Tools You Will Need:

• A metal measuring tape
• A pencil for marking and noting measurements
• A worksheet to record your figures
• A step ladder (if the windows are tall)

Tips for Accurate Measuring:

• Keep the width and height measurements separate. Mixing them up can result in blinds that do not fit properly.
• Do not assume two windows are identical in size. Measure each one individually and write down every result. Small differences can affect how the blinds fit.

Measuring Outside the Recess

• Measure the full size of the area you would like the blind to cover.
• To reduce light gaps, the blind should overlap the recess by at least 70mm at the top and 50mm on each side.
• The amount of overlap at the bottom is your choice, but check for obstacles such as radiators.
• Always use a metal measuring tape. Fabric ones may stretch or bend, which can lead to incorrect results.

Measuring Inside the Recess

• Measure the total width and height of the recess (the inside opening of the window).
• Take measurements in three places across the width and three places down the drop, then use the smallest sizes recorded.
• Do not make your own deductions – we will do this for you so that the blind fits perfectly.
• Always use a metal tape measure to avoid errors.

When fitting your vertical blinds, make sure you have received the full set of supplied parts.

Included Items:

• 2 top fix brackets
• 2 face fix brackets
• 1 set of hangers
• 1 Allen key
• 2 stabilising chains
• 1 safety hook
• 4 wood screws
• 1 weight
• A pencil
• Additional screws
• Drill with the correct drill bits
• Crosshead screwdriver
• Metal tape measure

Face Fix

• Position the brackets around 5cm in from each end of where the headrail will sit.
• If more than two brackets are provided, place the extras evenly across the length of the blind.
• Ensure the fixings are appropriate for the surface you are attaching to.
• Hook the back of the headrail into the bracket, then rotate it into position. Tighten the short screw at the front of the bracket to secure the headrail.

Top Fix

• First measure and mark the positions, allowing clearance for any obstructions such as window handles that extend into the recess.
• Place the brackets around 10cm in from each end of where the headrail will be fitted.
• If more than two brackets are supplied, install the additional ones evenly along the headrail.
• Make sure the fixings are suitable for the wall or ceiling surface you are mounting onto.
• Insert the headrail by tilting and hooking it into the bracket, then rotate it until it clicks into place.
• To release the headrail, press the bracket at the release point.