Edmonton – Derwent – Vegreville

Accurate Measuring Makes Ordering Blinds Easy

Real Blinds Superstore wants to give you the most accurate free estimates, and those estimates come from precise window measurements. With some of our measuring tips here, the job is easy to do yourself.

If you need more assistance or would like us to handle the measurements process for you, please contact us using the buttons below.

Measuring Inside or Outside a Window Frame

For custom-fit blinds, the first step is deciding how you want them mounted: inside or outside the window frame. Once you decide on the look you want, you can measure for any type of blind and obtain a perfect fit.

You will need a steel tape measure and, of course, a pen and paper to record your measurements. For more help, Real Blinds Superstore invites you to call us locally or toll-free. Once you have your window measurements, you can easily email them to us.

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Measuring for Mounting Inside of Window Frames

Measure the width of your window using the following steps:

  • Be sure to measure inside the frame

  • Measure width at the top, middle and bottom of window

  • Select the narrowest width of the 3

Then measure the height of your window:

  • Measure from inside of the top surface to the top of the window sill

  • Measure the window height at the left, right and middle

  • Select the longest height of the 3

Measuring for Mounting Outside of Window Frames

Measure the width of your window using the following steps:

  • Measure between the farthest points of the window frame

  • Add ½” to each side for a total of 1 extra inch

  • This total measurement gives you the best light control

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  • Window Covering Cleaning

Then measure the height of your window:

  • Start your tape measure where you want to put the top of the blind

  • Take the tape measure to the top of the window sill

  • If there is no sill, measure to where you want the blind to stop

  • Add 2” to both the top and bottom for a total of 4 extra inches

  • The total measurement gives you room for overlap

Measuring tips for mounting outside of different products

  • Horizontals (Venetians), Romans, and Accordion (Cellular/Pleated)

    • 1/2″ past each side, +2″ to top & +2″ to bottom.

  • Verticals and Ovations

    • 4″ past each side, +2″ to top, +2″ to bottom or 1″ above the floor.

  • Roller Blinds, Shangri-La, Zebra and Shutters

    • 2″ past each side, +2″ to top, +2″ to bottom

  • Panel Tracks

    • 20” to 36″ past each side, +2″ to top, +2″ to bottom or 1″ above the floor.

  • Window Covering Cleaning

Still need help? Contact us and we will measure for you.

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