Outside mounted blinds are installed to cover the window frame or attach to the wall.
Installing blinds inside window frame.
If the window frame is sufficiently deep to attach the mounting brackets inside the window frame you can choose inside or outside mounting.
As its name implies an inside mount will hang inside the window frame.
First decide whether to install the blinds inside or outside of the window frame.
Outside mounted blinds cover up part of the frame and the mounting bracket holes will show if the brackets are removed at a later date.
One compelling reason to go with outside mount is if the window frame is too shallow to accommodate the mounting brackets.
Once you know your window depth you can check it against the depth requirements for the blinds or shades you have in mind.
Better still choosing to install the blinds.
It s important to determine the type of style you need before installing.
Installing blinds is a simple project that can be done in an afternoon even for the most novice diyer.
Most blinds are designed for installation in wood window frames but that doesn t mean you can t install them in a metal frame window.
Installing window treatments as an inside mount gives your windows a clean finished look allows blinds or shades to be flush with the trim or wall.
Unlike outside mounted blinds hanging blinds inside a window frame creates a cleaner sleeker appearance with less potential for damage or detachment.
An outside mount attaches to the wall or trim.
If your windows are beveled measure the flattest and largest section of the beveling.
If one is present measure from the obstruction to the edge of the window frame.
Measure the width at the top middle and bottom of the window and make a note of the the smallest figure.
The most important difference is that you will need to use screws designed for metal rather than the wood screws supplied with the blinds.
Inside mounted blinds are installed within the window.
Ways to install window blinds.
Before you install your blinds you need to determine whether you want to mount them inside the window frame or.
The window treatment brackets are either screwed into the ceiling of the window opening or sides.
Here s how to install blinds on a window.
Inside mounted blinds look tidy and that s the way to go in most situations.