Utopia Soft Furnishings: Measuring Guide for Blinds

7 Easy Steps to Measure your Windows

Tools Required

Metal Measuring Tape

Paper & Pen

Measuring Guidelines

1. Use only a steel measuring tape

2. Measurements must be accurate and to the nearest millimetre

3. Decide on how you want the blinds fitted: inside your window recess 'Recess Size' or outside 'Blind Size'.

4. Always measure the width first, then the drop/length.

5. Record your measurements in the same order.

6. Finally, re-check your measurements to ensure accuracy.

If measuring inside the recess 'Recess Size'

Measure at the 6 points indicated in the picture diagram. Record the smallest dimension as 'Recess Size'. This will result in the headrail being made 12-13mm narrower in width and the slats being made 8-10mm shorter in length to allow for a snug fit inside the recess.

If measuring outside the recess 'Blind Size'

Measure at the 6 points indicated in the picture diagram For best results, add an overlap of 100mm to the largest dimension and record your measurements as 'blind size'. This will result in the blind being made to the exact measurements specified.