Select Your Window Type
Standard Window
Choose your fit
Multiple fitting options are available for standard windows.
Choose from the options below
Inside Recess
Measure the width of the recess in at least three places where you would like to install your blind. You will use the smallest of these figures as your width measurement when ordering your blind.
Important!
Check your depth – To allow sufficient room for your cassette, it’s important that there is a minimum of 85mm depth clearance (if you are top-fixing the brackets) or 95mm depth clearance (if you are face-fixing the brackets) between the farthest point of any obstruction and the front of the recess.
Check for any width obstructions – Any obstructions in your recess (tiles, etc.) may reduce its effective width. Find the effective width by measuring between these points. If your top recess measurement is at least 40mm greater than this figure, then use the effective width figure when ordering your blind. Otherwise, use the top recess measurement as your width measurement as explained above. (For example: if the bottom of your recess measures 970mm and the top measures 1000mm, you would enter your top width measurement as the fabric width would clear the obstruction. This is because the top recess measurement is only 30mm (less than 40mm) greater than the bottom measurement.)
Please note: The fabric width will be 48mm less than the provided recess measurement. This allows the blind to operate freely when installed.
Measure the recess height where you intend to install your blind, measuring at three separate points. Use the smallest of these figures as your drop measurement when making your order.
Select the “Recess” fitting option when you order each blind for your window. This lets us know to adjust the measurement to make room for the appropriate brackets. Please note the width of the fabric will be 48mm less than the recess measurement provided
Exact Size
How far on each side do you want your blind to overlap your window recess? Be sure to include this overlap when making your width measurement.
Important!
Overlap – We suggest an overlap of at least 100mm on either side of the window recess. This means including an extra 200mm in your width measurement (in addition to the width of the recess). Top tip: check for any obstructions, such as light switches, to ensure that no objects conflict with the blind overlap.
Improved light exclusion – The greater the overlap, the more effective your blinds will be in eliminating light from outside.
Motor Side – We recommend choosing the motor side closest to an electrical plug socket, so that when the motor needs recharging it is easier to access. We will install and program your motor to be used on either the Left or Right hand side when selected.
Please note the width of the fabric will be approx 39mm less than the Box Size measurement provided.
First determine where you’d like your headrail and bottom bar to be positioned. Measure the distance between these two heights, from the top of the headrail to the bottom of the bottom bar, and use this as your drop measurement when ordering your blind.
Important!
Overlap (top) – We suggest an overlap of at least 100mm beyond the top of the window recess.
Overlap (bottom) – Top tip: Obstructions, such as a radiator, may limit your bottom overlap. If the window sill protrudes by over 50mm, your bottom bar should be placed at this point. Otherwise, the amount of bottom overlap is a matter of personal taste.
Select the “Box Size” fitting option when ordering your blind. Please note the width of the fabric will be approx 39mm less than the Box Size measurement provided.
Option 3: Split Window
Decide where you’d like to split your blinds. Mark this point using a pencil.
Handy Suggestions
Choosing your split point – The centre of the window is often the natural split point. However, a different split point may be chosen to accommodate a mullion or window/door frame.
Important note – To make room for the brackets, there will be a small gap between each cassette box. Remember, this will then mean you will have at least 48mm – 53mm between the fabric sections.
Motor Side – We recommend choosing the motor side closest to an electrical plug socket, so that when the motor needs recharging it is easier to access. We will install and program your motor to be used on either the Left or Right hand side when selected.
If installing within the window recess, measure the distance between your split point and the edge of the recess. Use this figure as your width measurement when ordering your blind.
Important!
Outside your recess – If you’re installing your roller blinds in front of your recess, rather than inside it, measure between the split point and the place you’d like your blind to finish.
Check your depth – To allow sufficient room for your blind to operate, it’s important that there is a minimum of 85mm depth clearance (if you are top-fixing the brackets) or 95mm depth clearance (if you are face-fixing the brackets) between the farthest point of any obstruction and the front of the recess.
Check for any width obstructions – Any obstructions in your recess (tiles, etc.) may reduce its effective width. Find the effective width by measuring between these points. If your top recess measurement is at least 40mm greater than this figure, then use the effective width figure when ordering your blind. Otherwise, use the top recess measurement as your width measurement as explained above. (For example: if the bottom of your recess measures 970mm and the top measures 1000mm, you would enter your top width measurement as the fabric width would clear the obstruction. This is because the top recess measurement is only 30mm (less than 40mm) greater than the bottom measurement.)
Mind the gap – To make room for the brackets within your window recess, your split blinds will have a small gap at the top (around 5mm), determined by the distance between the central brackets. This will create a gap of at least 48mm between the adjacent fabric sections.
Measure the height of the recess in at least three places where you would like to install your blinds. You will use the smallest of these figures as your drop measurement when ordering your blinds.
Outside your recess – If you’re installing your blinds in front of your recess, rather than inside it, measure between where you would like to place the top and bottom of your blinds.
Check for any drop obstructions – We suggest an overlap of at least 100mm beyond the top of the window recess.
Overlap (bottom) – Top tip: Obstructions, such as a radiator, may limit your bottom overlap. If the window sill protrudes by over 50mm, the bottom of your blind should be placed at this point. Otherwise, the amount of bottom overlap is a matter of personal taste.
If your blinds will lie within the recess, select the “Recess” fitting option; if your blinds will sit outside the recess, select the “Box Size” fitting option. This lets us know to adjust the measurement to make room for the appropriate brackets.
Angled Bay Window
Obstruction Depth
For any obstructions, such as vents or handles, measure their furthest point from the window frame. This is the obstruction depth.
To calculate your total depth, add the obstruction depth to the clearance needed for your blinds (85mm clearance if you are top-fixing the brackets, or 95mm clearance if you are face-fixing the brackets). This new figure is your total depth.
Useful Suggestions
Example – For a window handle protruding 46mm from the window frame, the calculation for a top-fixed roller blind would be as follows: 85mm + 46mm = 131mm total depth.
Make a note of the total depth – It’s important that you have this figure for the later steps.
Do you have guide templates?
If you ordered blind samples, the templates should be included in your sample box.
Choose from the options below
Recommended
We offer measuring templates for bay windows (opt for these when ordering samples).
Using your measuring templates, mark them at the total depth (obstruction depth plus the relevant measurement on the bay measuring guide — e.g. 70mm for 50mm wooden slats)./p>
Note: Check for obstructions like handles, and add their depth to the blind depth.
1.Lay the measuring cards flat on the window sill on either side of a bay corner.
2.Bring the cards together, aligning the tops with the window frames, until the total depth marks touch.
3.Keeping the cards flush to the window frames, use a pencil to mark where the total depth marks touch the window sill.
4.Repeat for each bay corner.
5.Mark end points based on your preference, being mindful of any obstructions.
Now, you have measuring points at each corner and two end points. Measure the distance between the two points for each window. This is the width measurement for ordering each blind.
End Points
Measure the distance between the two measuring points for each window. This will give you the width measurement to use when ordering each blind.
For each window, measure the drop in three places. Use the smallest of these measurements as your drop figure when ordering your blind.
Select the “Recess” fitting option when you order each blind for your bay window. This lets us know to adjust the measurement to make room for the appropriate brackets. Please note: The fabric width will be approximately 48mm less than the provided recess measurement. This allows the blind to operate freely when installed.
Here’s how you can create your own measuring templates using paper and a pen or pencil:
1. Lay two sheets of paper side by side.
2. With a ruler or tape measure, mark both sheets at the total depth (calculated in Step 1).
Please be aware: Inspect your window for obstructions like handles or vents. Include the depth of any obstruction to your blind’s depth.
1.Position measuring cards flat on the window sill at each side of a bay corner.
2.Align the cards, tops flush against the window frames, until the total depth marks touch.
3.Keep the cards flush and total depth marks in contact, marking the sill where they meet.
4.Repeat for each bay corner.
5.Mark your end points, being aware of any obstructions. These determine where your blinds will fit on each side.
Now, you have measuring points at each corner and two end points. Measure the distance between the two points for each window. This is the width measurement for ordering each blind.
Measure the distance between the two measuring points for each window. This will give you the width measurement to use when ordering each blind.
For each window, measure the drop in three places. Use the smallest of these measurements as your drop figure when ordering your blind.
Select the “Recess” fitting option when you order each blind for your bay window. This lets us know to adjust the measurement to make room for the appropriate brackets. Please note: The fabric width will be approximately 48mm less than the provided recess measurement. This allows the blind to operate freely when installed.
Square Bay Window
Choose from the options below
Front Primary
Measure the total width of the bay’s front window, including the frame. Use this figure as your width measurement when you order your front blind.
Important!
Obstruction depth – For any obstructions, such as vents or handles, measure their furthest point from the window frame. This is the obstruction depth; please make a note of this figure.
To calculate your total depth, add the obstruction depth (previously calculated) to the clearance needed for your blinds (85mm clearance if you are top-fixing the brackets, or 95mm clearance if you are face-fixing the brackets). This new figure is your total depth.
Useful Suggestions
Example – For a window handle protruding 46mm from the window frame, the calculation for a top-fixed roller blind would be as follows: 85mm + 46mm = 131mm total depth.
Make a note of the total depth – It’s important that you have this figure for the later steps.
Mark the total depth with a pencil on either side of your square bay window, as shown. In later steps, these marks are referred to as “total depth marks”.
Measure the distance from your total depth mark to where you want the return blind to end. This is your width measurement for ordering the return blind. Repeat for the other side of the square bay, ensuring you have a width measurement for each side blind.
Measure the height of the bay in at least three locations where you want to install your blind. Use the smallest of these figures as your drop measurement when ordering your blinds.
Select the “Recess” fitting option when you order each blind for your bay window. This lets us know to adjust the measurement to make room for the appropriate brackets. Please note: The fabric width will be approximately 48mm less than the provided recess measurement on each blind.
Side Primary
Measure the entire width of the bay’s side windows, including the frames. Use these measurements as your width references when ordering your side blinds.
Important!
Obstruction depth –
Identify any obstructions, such as vents or handles, and measure their farthest point from the window frame. This measurement represents the obstruction depth. Measure and note the obstruction depth for each of your side windows; you’ll need these figures for later.
To calculate your total depth, add the obstruction depth (previously calculated) to the clearance needed for your blinds (85mm clearance if you are top-fixing the brackets, or 95mm clearance if you are face-fixing the brackets). This new figure is your total depth. Perform this calculation for each side window.
Useful Suggestions
Example – For a window handle protruding 46mm from the window frame, the calculation for a top-fixed roller blind would be as follows: 85mm + 46mm = 131mm total depth.
Make a note of the total depth for each side window – It’s important that you have these figures for the later steps.
Mark the total depth on either side of your square bay window using a pencil. These marks are referred to as “total depth marks” in later steps.
Measure the distance between your two total depth marks. When ordering your front blind, use this figure as your width measurement.
Measure the recess height where you intend to install your blind, measuring at three separate points. Use the smallest of these figures as your drop measurement when making your order.
Select the “Recess” fitting option when you order each blind for your bay window. This lets us know to adjust the measurement to make room for the appropriate brackets. Please note: The fabric width will be approximately 48mm less than the provided recess measurement.