Window Blinds Measuring Guide

How To Measure for Blinds

These measuring instructions apply to all types of blinds.

  • For accurate measurements always use a metal tape measure
  • Take measurements in millimetres
  • Choose whether you want your blind to fit inside the recess of your window or hang outside the recess overlapping the window
  • Always specify the width first, followed by the drop
  • Measure the width of the window recess in three places as shown below
  • Measure the drop by taking the measurement from the top of the recess to the window sill in three places, as shown below
For our made to measure roman blinds:
  • Take 1cm off the smallest measurement for your Blind Size
  • This ensures your blind will fit into the recess perfectly
For all other blinds:
  • Use smallest measurement and in the Size Type option select Recess
  • We will make the adjustments to ensure your blind fits perfectly
Measuring inside recess
Measuring to hang inside a recess
  • Measure the exact area you would like the blind to cover as shown below
  • To minimise light leakage we recommend the blind overlaps by at least 50mm each side
For our made to measure roman blinds:
  • Use the smallest measurement for your Blind Size
For all other blinds:
  • Use smallest measurement and in the Size Type option select Exact
Measuring outside recess
Measuring to hang outside a window recess

Last Updated: 01-Dec-2020

Last Reviewed: 01-Dec-2020