VERTICAL BLINDS
Inside Mount
Measure the exact dimensions from one inside surface to the opposite inside surface - width first then length. To allow for clearance in inside mounts we recommend that the dealer measure the exact width where the headrail will be installed and deduct 1/4" from width and 1/2" from height. Specify ceiling mounts.
Outside Mount
Measure the exact width and length to be covered - width first then length, including overlap. We recommend overlapping the opening at least the width of a vane of each side (ie. 5" each side). Overlap the height at least 2" above the opening or moulding and at least 3" below the sill. If measuring to a floor, leave approximately 3/4" clearance. Specify wall mounts.
Ceiling Mount
If the blind is to be wall to wall, see Inside Mount. If a ceiling mount blind will only overlap the window (not wall to wall), we recommend overlapping the opening at leats the width of a vane on each side (ie. 5" each side). Always allow 3/4" clearance for floor to ceiling measures. Specify ceiling mounts.
Measuring Length
Measure the exact length (left, middle and right) and deduct 1/2" from the shortest length.
Draw
When ordering your Vertical Blind, specify if dray (stacking) is to be right, left, split or off-centre. The maximum recommended size for a one way draw blind is 119 1/2".
•Controls for right or left draw will be on the same side as the draw or stack - unless specified otherwise.
•Off centre draw should specify the number of vanes on each side. Use the Vertical Blind Spacing Guide to determine the number of vanes for each side.
•Even spacing of vanes on outside mounts with regular track can be obtained by using the Vertical Blind Spacing Guide. Use the width listed that is closest to the width you obtain from your measurements. For centre split blinds, use a size that will give an even number. This will eliminate the overlapping of louvers at the ends of the blind.
Electric Heaters
Due to the high temperatures associated with electric heaters, we recommend the dealer allow for the following clearances when blinds will be close to electric heaters:
•Fabric louvers must be installed at least 4" above or 3" in front (open position) of any electric heater(s).
•P.V.C. louvers must be installed at least 10" above or 4" in front (open position) of any electric heater(s).
Normal forced air does not affect louvers providing ejected air from heat source is less than 90° F or 32° C.
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