In summary. In summary, for Venetian, roller and vertical blinds, we would recommend they be hung from within the recess. However, Roman blinds would be better suited outside the recess, as they are able to let more light enter into the room.
Should I fit my blinds inside or outside the recess?
Fitting Blinds Inside of Recesses
The inside of a recess is a perfectly viable option for fitting a blind. Although the top of the window will be partially covered by the blind, this will make little difference if the blind is left down for most of the time.
Where should Roman blinds finish?
Check for obstructions and decide where you would like the top and bottom of the blind to start and finish (10-15cms above the recess and a minimum of 5cms below the recess are a good guide).
Do Roman blinds look good?
They can look fresh and neat
Roman blinds are often the perfect compromise in rooms where there are several windows. In this light and airy living room, curtains would have covered up half the walls and window frames, and looked too busy. Instead, Roman blinds fold neatly away, keeping things contemporary and chic.
Do Roman blinds have to be recessed?
If it’s a yes to curtains, the Roman blind will need to be installed inside the recess, as there will be limited space outside the reveal, and you will want to avoid the curtains fouling on the blind. Fitting Roman blinds inside the recess creates a neat and tidy effect.
Should Roman blinds touch the window sill?
The bottom of your roman Blind should just touch the window sill when fully closed. You should use the shortest drop measurement if they are different at each end of the sill to ensure you don’t have one side too long and crumpling on the window sill.
Does it matter if Roman blinds are too long?
A roman shade will add a touch of style and elegance to any room.Approaching the problem of roman shades that are too long is not difficult. If you have roman shades that you love but they don’t fit the length of your window, you can easily make an adjustment and provide some cost effective budget decorating.
How much do Roman blinds hang down?
Roman blinds will cover 22cm-30cm or so in the pulled up position. A waterfall design will cover more, since each fold is made progressively longer; when the blind is up, each fold is distinctly visible, one below the other.
Do Roman blinds look good from outside?
For most people/windows, the question of should Roman blinds be inside or outside recesses comes down to nothing more than personal choice. This is largely based on the look you want to achieve, but potentially by how serious you are about reducing light leakage around the sides of the blind too.
Why are Roman blinds popular?
Roman blinds have become increasingly popular because they strike the right balance between traditional and contemporary design. They can be operated either with a traditional cord or a chain drive mechanism.
Why are Roman blinds so expensive?
Roman blinds are meticulously crafted; that is why the labour fee for creating a roman blind is very high. Also, a tremendous amount of time and detail is necessary. In reality, roman blinds are expensive, and that makes buyers think twice before purchasing one.
Should blinds be flush with wall?
1) Mounting flush with the wall gives a cleaner look, as it hides the depth of the window sill itself and gives a smooth surface against your wall. We recommend this in most cases if you are mostly concerned with aesthetics.
Do Roman blinds need interlining?
Adding both lining and interlining is excellent for Roman blinds it makes them look luxurious and gives them lots of body. This is a real advantage with curtains the gathers give the effect of fullness, but Roman blinds can look a bit skimpy when hanging, as the fabric lies flat.
Are roman blinds easy to fit?
When it comes to how to install roman blinds, the process is relatively easy and straightforward. To start, you’ll need screws, wall plugs, a pencil, a tape measure, a screwdriver, a drill with the appropriate size drill bit and your roman blind parts typically the blind and brackets for mounting.
Are roman blinds hard to install?
You can install a new set of Roman shades over the course of 3 or 4 hours. The shades can be installed in 1 of 2 ways: either using an interior mount, where the shades are hung inside of the window frame, or using an exterior mount, where shades are attached to the wall above the window.
How much wider than window should Roman blind be?
Usually 7 10cms (3” 4”) is the recommended amount of extension beyond the window frame required for the blind to look stylish, and to help prevent light from creeping around the sides.
Do Roman blinds need a pelmet?
Roman blinds are a stylish window furnishing that can be placed inside or outside of the recess. They can look good with or without a pelmet, with or without trims or borders. Roman blinds can be used for warmth or just to shade a room from the sun.
What is the difference between stacked and waterfall Roman blinds?
The stacked option means each fold is the same size, so that all the folds are level when the blind is pulled up. The waterfall option means each fold is a little longer than the last to create a staggered effect when the blind is pulled up.
Can a Roman blind be altered?
Roman shades can be cut to fit your window.However, if your window is slightly narrower than one of these standard sizes, trying to find Roman shades to fit your window can be difficult. One option is to buy Roman shades that are slightly wider than your window and trim the shade to fit your window.
How long should my roman shade be?
We recommend letting your roman shade extend at least 1-1.5 on each side of window to avoid light seepage. So whatever is the width of your window from frame to frame, add total of 2-3 to that.
Are roman blinds suitable for large windows?
Roman blinds offer a softer, more sumptuous look and feel and are ideal if you have large bay windows or multiple windows joined or adjacent to each other in your living room or bedroom. You just have to keep in mind that they tend to become relatively heavy to operate when they get too wide and long.
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