Measuring
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Measuring for your new blinds couldn't be simpler. It's an easy way to save lots of money and takes just minutes; you'll wish you'd done it sooner! All you have to do is follow our easy, step-by-step guides below.
These handy video guides will walk you through measuring for recess fitting (fitting the blind inside the window recess) and exact fitting (fitting the blind onto the wall above the recess).
For a step-by-step written guide and for advice if your windows are a little more unusual (e.g. bay windows, or recesses that are partly tiled), keep scrolling down.
This is the measurement you need to take if you want your blind to fit inside the window recess. It is also the required method of measuring if you are ordering one of our Click2Go or Twist2Go No Drill Blinds. Measure the full width and height of the recess (the size of the hole, if you like) and we will make the appropriate deductions to ensure a perfect fit.
Measure in 3 places for both the width and the drop, use the smallest measurements.
Don't make any deductions, we will do that for you to ensure your blind fits perfectly.
Use a metal tape measure, cloth ones can stretch and give you inaccurate measurements.
Check that your recess is deep enough to fit the blind into, also bearing in mind any obstructions such as handles. The table below gives the depth required for all of our blinds.
If you have tiles part-way up your recess (often the case in kitchens and bathrooms) then the space between them is most likely to be the narrowest point in the recess.
Measure between the tiles to ensure your blind will fit. You will need to top-fix or face-fix your brackets in this case.
Please note that recesses like this are not suitable for our Click2Go or Twist2Go No Drill Blinds.
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Again, for roller blinds, it's slightly different. Measure at the top of the recess and between the tiles, then compare those two measurements. If the difference between the two is less than 25mm, use the measurement at the top. If it's more, use the measurement between the tiles.
This is the measurement you need to take if you want your blind to fit outside the window recess, overlapping on all sides. Measure the size of the recess, then add a little extra on all sides to ensure adequate coverage.
Measure the exact size of the area you would like the blind to overlap. To minimize light leakage we recommend that the blind overlaps the window recess by at least 70mm at the top and 50mm each side.
The overlap at the bottom of the blind is a matter of personal choice but please take into account obstacles such as radiators.
The overlap at the bottom of the blind is a matter of personal choice but please take into account obstacles such as radiators.
If you are replacing an existing blind with one of the same size, simply measure the blind (including its fittings) and specify exact fitting, we will make you one the same size.
The overall width of a roller blind, including its brackets, is approximately 35mm wider than the width of the fabric. You can choose whether to measure for the full bracket-to-bracket width, or for the width you'd like the fabric to cover.
Measuring for bay windows couldn't be easier, please choose the correct guide for your chosen blind type. Please note that Twist2Go and Click2Go No Drill Blinds are not suitable for bay windows.
Angled Bay Instructions
Square Bay Instructions
Every VELUX ®, Fakro, Dakstra and Rooflite roof window carries a data plate that details the code of the window. Check your window's code number and simply select that when ordering your blind.
Some window manufacturers make the window code less obvious than others. If you can't find the code plate or size of your window, simply measure the width and drop of the visible glass then give us a call, we'll usually be able to identify the size code from the glass size.
All of our ClickFIT, EasiFIT and PerfectFIT blinds fit neatly inside the frame of your window or door to effectively cover the visible glass. The little clips slot easily between the frame and the glass for a strong and secure hold on all UPVC double glazed windows and doors (and aluminium BiFolds in the case of ClickFIT blinds) with a rubber bead.
For accurate measurements, make sure you use a metal tape; cloth ones can stretch leaving you with inaccurate readings. Measure accurately to the nearest mm and remember to measure each window or door individually, don't assume that they are all the same size!
Simply measure the visible glass area of each window or door from the inside edges of the frame where the glass meets the rubber bead. Remember to use a metal tape measure, as cloth or plastic ones can stretch and give an inaccurate measurement.
Only measure up to the edge of the rubber bead, don't include it in your measurement.
Measure the top, the middle and the bottom of the glass to the nearest mm and note down the shortest measurement.
Then simply repeat this step for the drop, measuring the left, the right and the centre. Again, take a note of the shortest measurement.
Don't forget to measure each window or door individually; don't assume that they're all the same size.
Simply measure the visible glass area of each window or door. Remember to use a metal tape measure, as cloth or plastic ones can stretch and give an inaccurate measurement.
Only measure up to the edge of the rubber bead, don't include it in your measurement.
Don't forget to measure each window or door individually; don't assume that they're all the same size.
Measure from the inside edges of the frame where the glass meets the rubber bead. You shouldn't include any of the beading or rubber seals in your measurements.
Measure the top, the middle and the bottom of the glass to the nearest mm and note down the shortest measurement.
Then simply repeat this step for the drop, measuring the left, the right and the centre. Again, take a note of the shortest measurement.
Next, measure the depth of the window frame. To do this, simply place a credit card over the corner of the frame and use a metal ruler to measure from the glass, out to the edge of the card. This measurement will usually be between 18 and 24mm.
There's one extra measurement required for PerfectFIT Shutters; we'll need to know where your window handle is in relation to the glass. Simply turn your handle to its fully open position, paying attention to how the handle pivots on its mount. Find the centre of the pivot point, and measure from the edge of the glass to the centre of the handle's pivot point. If your handle is at the bottom of the window, always measure from the left side of the glass. If the handle is on either the left or right, always measure from the bottom of the glass.
Different handle designs will pivot in different positions on their mounts, so always measure to the centre of the pivot point, not to the centre of the handle or the handle's mount.
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First, check the distance between the edge of the glass and any obstructions, such as window handles. This should be more than 25mm.
Check also that the rubber beading does not extend into the glass area by more than 6mm. Again, if it does, give us a call and we'll run through your options.
