How to Install Your DIY Blinds

Alright folks, so we are at the point where you have purchased your blinds and are ready to install them. I am assuming that you have bought pre-measured blinds otherwise we have some problems. Installing blinds yourself is a smart route to take. Most blinds are quite simple to install, however hiring someone to do it for you may save some headaches but not some money! So follow the introductory guide below to help give you some pointers on where to start with your installation.

I suggest opening the box and placing all the little pieces such as brackets, screws and valance clips in front of you and at arms length to ensure maximum smoothness!

The tools for blinds installation are:

• A tape measure
• A pencil
• A screwdriver
• A drill
• A level

Fist of all, the type of blind you have purchased has been made to be mounted on the inside or outside of your window. The instructions below are for inner mounted blinds only. With the help of your level, hold up your blinds inside the window casing, and make sure its level. Mark the window casing with your pencil where the blinds are placed. As well as a little past the edge of the blind,(about 1/8 inch). The pencil marks are the guides for your brackets.

Secondly, you now need to drill holes over each marking which are called your pilot holes. Then screw in the left and right brackets into your pilot holes. The screws are normally provided with your installation kit, although depending on the type of material you are screwing into, different screws may be required. Once the pilot holes are drilled, drill in your brackets. Note: You can rub some bar soap onto your screws so they will go in more easily. Also, depending on the size of your blinds, you may need to install a support brackets in the middle of the blinds (this will be specified in the instructions received with your blinds). The blinds will usually exceed a legth of 72 inches in order to require a support bracket. Installing this support is an important step. Over time and with daily usage, the blinds may sag in the middle or wear down the structure of the outer brackets and break. So learn your lesson now, install the support bracket! To make it easier, align the head rail within the brackets, since this will help you place the support bracket in its proper place and screw it in.

Afterwards, the valance clips are the last item to install. Space them apart evenly along the head rail. Do not place them over the blind slats or cords. Clip the head rail in place by snapping close the brackets, and finally place the valance into the valance clips.

And you are done! Give yourself a pat on the back and go have a drink!

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