Measuring for Roller Blinds
How to Measure For Face Mount
(for fitting your blind outside the window frame)
- Measure the width from the outer edge of the architrave to the opposite edge.
- Measure the drop from the top of the architrave to where you want the blind to finish.
If you do not have architraves (timber frame) around window
- Measure the opening and add at least 100mm to allow the cloth to go past the opening. (100mm will give 35mm of cloth each
side past the opening)
- Measure the opening and add at least 100mm to the drop to allow the blind to be mounted above the opening.
How to Measure For Recess Mount
(for fitting your blind inside the window frame)
- Measure the width from the inside of the window frame from left side to right side. Making sure to measure at the top of
the reveal and not the bottom of the window, as this is where the brackets will be mounted.
- Measure the drop from the top of the inside recess to the base of the inside sill.
Make sure you have enough depth to mount the blind inside the frame. 60mm will be sufficient. Less will result in the blind
protruding out of the recess. Minimum depth required is 30mm.
Do not make any deductions as our factory will do this to ensure a perfect fit.
Measuring for Roman Blinds
- Start by measuring the Width from the outer edge of the architrave to the opposite edge.
- Measure the Drop from the top of the Architrave to the where you want the blind to finish.
For shorter drop windows we recommend that you take the blind 50-100mm below the sill. Watch for any obstructions such as
desk or bed.
For full length windows we recommend that you measure to 20mm off the floor. This will give enough clearance and allow the
blind to have room to settle overtime. For drops over 2410 we recommend 30mm clearance.
- We recommend that you add 100-150mm to the drop of the blind, so you can mount the blind above the architrave to allow the
pack to clear as much glass as possible when raised. This will allow more light into the room and is important when blinds
are on doors, to allow for clearance.
- We recommend that you add 40-100mm each side of the architrave. This will help reduce the gap at the side of the blind,
providing better light control and more privacy.
IMPORTANT - We only recommend that Roman Blinds are Face Fitted and not Recessed inside the window. This
is in accordance with the Australian Soft Furnishings Guidelines.
Measuring for Vertical Blinds
How to Measure For Face Mount
(for fitting your blind outside the window frame)
- Measure the width from the outer edge of the architrave to the opposite edge.
- Measure the drop from the top of the architrave to where you want the blind to finish. We recommend 10mm off the floor and
50-100mm below the frame.
- We recommend that you take the track past the architrave each side. This will give more privacy and better light control.
The distance you take the track is entirely optional. We highly recommend that you add at least 60-100mm. Make sure that
you don't have any obstructions.
How to Measure For Recess Mount
(inside the window frame)
- Measure the width from the inside of the window frame from left side to right side. Making sure to measure at the top of
the reveal and not the bottom of the window, as this is where the track will be mounted.
- Measure the drop from the top of the inside recess to the base of the inside sill. Measure in 3 places Left, Centre and
Right and take the smallest of the three measurements.
Depth Required: You will need a depth of 135mm for the blind to fit neatly inside the recess for 127mm
slats and 97mm depth for 89mm slats. Minimum depth required for both slat sizes is 50mm. This will result in the blind slightly
protruding out of the recess but will not detract from the product.
Important: Do not make any deductions as our factory will do this to ensure a perfect fit.
Measuring for Basswood & Timberlook Blinds
How to Measure For Face Mount
(for fitting your blind outside the window frame)
- Measure the Width from the outer edge of the architrave to the opposite edge.
- Measure the Drop from the top of the architrave to where you want the blind to finish.
Important: If measuring to the top of a sill or to the floor, deduct 15mm from the drop so the
base rail is free to rotate when closing the blind. (Measurement B - Drop to sill or floor - 15mm for clearance)
If you do not have architraves (timber frame) around window
- Measure the opening and add at least 20mm to allow the blind to go past the opening (10mm each side). (Measurement A + 20mm)
- Measure the opening from the top to where you want the blind to finish. Add at least 50mm to the drop to allow the blind
to be mounted above the opening. If measuring to the floor, deduct 15mm so the base rail is free to rotate when closing
the blind. (Measurement B + 50mm for height - 15mm for clearance)
How to Measure For Recess Mount
(for fitting your blind inside the window frame)
- Measure the width from the inside of the window frame from left side to right side. Making sure to measure at the top of
the reveal and not the bottom of the window, as this is where the brackets will be mounted.
- Measure the drop from the top of the inside recess to the base of the inside sill.
Depth Required: You will need a depth of 65mm for the blind to fit neatly inside the recess. With the Valance
a total of 80mm. The minimum depth required for fixing the screws is 45mm, this will result in blind slightly protruding
out of the recess but not effecting the ascetics of the product.
Important: Do not make any deductions as our factory will do this to ensure a perfect fit.
Measuring for Honeycomb Blinds
How to Measure For Face Mount
(for fitting your blind outside the window frame)
- Measure the width from the outer edge of the architrave to the opposite edge. Make sure to do this at the top of the window
where the blind will be mounted.
- Measure the drop from the top of the architrave to where you want the blind to finish. Repeat this across the window and
take the smallest of the three measurements.
If you do not have architraves (timber frame) around window
- Measure the opening and add at least 50mm to allow the cloth to go past the opening.
- Measure the opening and add at least 50mm to the drop to allow the blind to be mounted above the opening.
How to Measure For Recess Mount
(for fitting your blind inside the window frame)
- Measure the width from the inside of the window frame from left side to right side. Making sure to measure at the top of
the reveal and not the bottom of the window, as this is where the brackets will be mounted.
- Measure the drop from the top of the inside recess to the base of the inside sill. Repeat across the window and take the
smallest of the three measurements.
Make sure you have enough depth to mount the blind inside the frame. 50mm’s will be sufficient. Less will result in the
blind protruding out of the recess. Minimum depth required is 30mm.
Do not make any deductions as our factory will do this to ensure a perfect fit.
Measuring for Drapes
Measuring for drape width & drop
The width is easily measured by providing us with the track size you require. You can take the track past the architraves
as much as you like for better light control & clearance of windows when drapes are open.
Handy Hint - Try entering small variations to your widths at our website, as you might find the price reduces
due to the amount of drops to the fabric required. So altering your measurement by a few millimetres may show a price reduction.
Drapes look best hung to the floor, alternatively you can hang them to the sill or below the sill for shorter windows.
- Measure to the floor
- Measure 100-150mm below the sill (watch out for obstructions such as desk or toy box)
- Measure to the sill Our hooks will lift the drapes above the track allowing the drape to hang neatly just above the floor
or sill, eliminating the chance of it dragging.
- Eyelet & Tab Top Drapes are mounted above the architrave. Add 100mm to measurement A, B, or C to allow
for the Tab & Eyelet to clear the glass.
Always measure the drop in 3 places across the window to ensure the window is level. Measure Right, Centre & Left hand
side and use the shortest of the 3 measures. This is for Measurement A & C lengths only (floor or sill).
Measuring for drapes using existing track or pole
For one way tracks measure A + B = Total Drape Width
For 2 way track with centre overlap measure A + B + C + D = Total Drape Width
For Rods measure between the decorative ends
Measuring drape drops for certain header types for existing rods & tracks
Tab Top Heading
Tab Top headings have a 100mm long tab which is included in the curtain drop and are suitable for poles up to 45mm in diameter.
Measure from the top of the pole to the floor, sill or below the sill.
By adding the drape to your rod, it will automatically lift it off the floor or above your sill. Don't make any deductions.
Eyelet Heading
The eyelet will fit rods up to 30mm in diameter. The inner edge of the eyelet is set down 30mm from the top of the drape.
Measure from the top of the rod to the floor, sill or below the sill as shown in the diagram above and then add 30mm to
your drop.
Pinch Pleat, Inverted Pleat & Pencil Pleat Headings
When using a existing curtain track, measure from the top of the track to the floor, sill or below as shown
in the above drop diagram.
When using a curtain rod, measure from the underside of the decorative ring where the drape hooks into.
Then measure, to floor, sill or below sill as shown in diagram above.
Measuring for Valances on existing track
Measure the Valance rail width (not the drape track). This is normally wider than the drape track.
Measure A + B + C = Total Valance Width
Measuring for Pelmets & Valances
Points to Know
- Pelmets & Valances generally go past the architraves either side.
- You will need to make the width 40mm wider than the product you are covering (20mm each side)
- The measurement we refer to is always the inside box width (IBM)
- The projection is the distance the Pelmet or Valance will come out from the wall
- The Fascia size is the height of the Pelmet face
View the specifications of each individual product at our website for further details on projection, fascia etc. You will
also find details of sizes to order to cover specific products, such as curtains, roller blinds and more.
Measuring for Soft Valance on existing Valance Rod
A + B + C = Valance size
Measuring for Roller Blind Valances
How to Measure For Face Mount (architrave)
- We recommend that you allow your Valance to go past your Roller Blind at least 20mm each side. So add 40mm to your total
blind width (bracket to bracket).
- The Valance needs to go past the architraves for the returns to fit neatly against the plaster.
We supply a standard return size which is suitable for most window applications, however if you have a older style window
please request a larger return that you can cut down to suit.
How to Measure For Recess Mount (inside frame)
The secret to a perfect fitting recessed Valance is to measure slightly beyond the recess, to a point called the Quark.
The Quark is the small lip before the architrave begins.
- Recess Measuring point for blinds
- Quark Measuring point for Valances
It is not essential to measure to the Quark, but will give a more professional fit for your valance.
Recessed Roller Valances are not suitable if your blinds project out of the recess due to lack of depth for mounting (60mm
for your blind to fit neatly inside the frame).
For further assistance contact our customer service team
Ph: 1300 761 179 Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm