How To Take Measurements For Blinds?

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.

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Recess Fitting (Fitting Inside Gala)

This is the measurement you need to take if you want your blind to fit inside the window recess. Measure the full width and drop of the recess [the size of the gala] and we will make the appropriate deductions to ensure a perfect fit. Generally the width of the finished blinds will be approximately 3-5 mm smaller on both sides so it fits properly inside the recess/gala.

  • 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. The finished blind will be approximately 6-10 mm smaller so that it fits properly into your recess
  • Use a metal measure tape, cloth ones can stretch and give you inaccurate measurements

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Outside Recess Fitting (Fitting Outside Gala)

This is the measurement you need to take if you want the blind to hang outside the recess (gala) overlapping the window.

  • Measure the exact width 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 3 inches(75 mm) at the top and 2 inches(50 mm) 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
  • If you are replacing an existing blind with one of the same size simply measure the blind and specify exact fitting, we will make you one the same size

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