Typically a set of inside mount blinds should measure about 1 2 inch 1 3 cm less than the width of the window frame.
Can faux wood blinds be cut to size.
You can do this.
I know it seems scary to cut blinds that you just paid more than 60 for but it s a necessary step.
Place the valance in the saw and line it up with your mark.
Follow these easy steps to cut down your blinds.
These blinds offer a classic look that will complement any decor.
Tin snips or hack saw.
The store will typically cut them for.
Inside mount faux wood blinds are installed inside the window frame or casing they provide a sleek clean look which can showcase your window size and moldings.
If your horizontal wood or faux wood blinds are too tall for your window frame you may be able to shorten them yourself.
Measure the depth of your window frame from the front of the opening to the glass.
Tape or plastic wrap.
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If you have a window that isn t the exact size of the off the shelf blinds cut them down yourself without going to the expense of buying custom fit blinds.
If you re interested in measuring for inside mount faux wood blinds follow these steps.
Most horizontal blinds such as wood blinds and faux wood blinds can be trimmed or cut down to the right width so they can be installed.
Cordless faux wood blinds come with a matching 2 1 2 in.
The no cords feature offers a clean look by eliminating dangling lift cords.
Measure twice cut once.
Mark with a pencil where you want to cut the valance.
Home decorators collection cut to size white cordless room darkening faux wood blinds with 2 in.
All you need for this quick diy is a pair of scissors.
Put your blinds in your chop saw miter saw make sure you get it lined up exactly where you want it.
You can either measure your window and cut the valance at 1 8 under the width or just simply put the valance up to the window and make a mark 1 8 shorter.
Measure the width of the window to determine the necessary width of the blinds.
Make sure you measure the inside of the frame where the blinds actually fit and not the entire window frame.
Standard valance and features a unique embossed wood grain texture that gives the appearance of real wood.
Metal file not required cutting the window blind slats.
