How to measure for a RECESS SIZE Blind

To inside mount our wood blinds you will need a recess area or a reveal in which to fit the blind.  This customer’s blinds installation from our Contemporary Collection shows an example of a recess blind installation. 

1. Use a steel tape measure as they are much more reliable than cloth or plastic tapes.
2. Check for any obstructions that could get in the way of the blind - i.e. window handles, telephone boxes, cables, inward opening windows etc.
3. In 2 or 3 places measure the width from wall to wall inside the window recess. Bear in mind that very few windows are 100% square.  It is common for the measurements to sometimes vary by a small amount. The NARROWEST width dimension is the dimension you use in your ordering steps.
4. Then measure the height. We suggest you measure from roof of recess down to window cill, measure in a few places to find the longest dimension. It’s this longest dimension you should use.  Your drop size includes the blind box at the top.
5. Do measure all windows your require blinds for, even if they appear to be the same size

When you order a blind on our website you can choose either a ‘RECESS SIZE” or an “EXACT SIZE”

If you order the Blind as RECESS SIZE then we will make a 12mm deduction from the overall width that you give us. This is to ensure that the blind can raise and lower comfortably without hitting the wall on the either side. Blinds are supplied with a front pelmet as standard.

In some recessed windows you may prefer to order  an EXACT SIZE blind. You tell us the exact dimension that you would like the blind to be. We will make no deductions. This can be quite a good way of measuring if you have a recessed window but have certain obstructions such as tiles or an upstand or picture rail inside the recess. In such situations we can supply the EXACT SIZE you need the blind to be and if necessary can supply a wider pelmet to fit wall to wall. Speak to our team if you required help or assistance 0845 123 5661

Our blinds are supplied with all the fittings you’ll need, including instructions for easy installation.