Common Blind Width

Measure the width from the outermost points of the window.

Common blind width.

The slats can be tilted opened precisely horizontally for the most light or closed for privacy or to block. Measure the width to the nearest 1 8 of an inch between the outer most points where the blinds will be placed. We offer 1 inch 2 inch and 2 1 2 inch slats in most blinds. Outside mount window treatments are mounted outside the window casing.

Leave about 1 inch on either side of the frame so that the blinds block out all of the light. You re likely to see 24 and 36 inch widths paired with the smaller heights or with accent windows. 24 inches 36 inches 48 inches and 60 inches. Measure the height by going all the way from the top of the frame to the window sill.

Window length width and depth. Measure the overall area to be covered. Good to know for optimum light control the blinds should extend 1 1 2 inches beyond the window opening on each side. The 48 and 60 inch blinds will show up more often in short wide windows or in full wall windows.

There are also four standard blind widths. The size of the blind slats you choose really depends on your desired look and application. If you don t have a sill just measure up to the point where you want the blinds to end. Record the narrowest width and longest height.

When selecting window blinds consider three measurements.