How to Measure Roller Blinds – Measurement Guide
A key step before you start measuring is whether you would like your blinds inside the window frames (known as recess fit) or outside (known as face fit).
Recess fit needs a minimum 50mm depth, 70mm is recommended.
- Less light leakage & more privacy
- Blind roll and backing is visible on top
- Recommended for face fit
- Clears obstructions
- Covers backing of fabric
- Recess fit - overall configuration looks like a waterfall feeling
TICK IF FACE FIT
Measure the exact outside width of the architrave in three different positions - the top, middle and bottom. Take the largest measurement.
If the window has no architraves add 50mm to each side
Measure the exact outside height of architrave in three different positions - the left, middle and right. Take the largest measurement.
If the window has no architraves add 80mm
TICK IF RECESS FIT
Before selecting recess fit, make sure you have a minimum of 50mm in depth.
However, 70mm is recommended.
Measure the exact inside width in three different positions - the top, middle & bottom (do not make deductions).
Take the smallest measurement.
Measure the exact inside recess height from the top to the bottom of the windowsill in three positions - the left, middle, & right.
Take the smallest measurement.
READ THE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE MEASURING