What Are Standard Blind Measurements?

If you’ve ever wondered what the standard size of window blinds is, the standard window length ranges from 36 to 72 inches, and the standard width ranges from 24 to 60 inches.

What sizes do ready made blinds come in?

Standard Sizes for Blinds

• 36 inches.
• 48 inches.
• 60 inches.
• 72 inches.

How exact do blind measurements have to be?

To minimize light leakage the blind should overlap the window opening by at least 1 1/2″ on each side for a total of 3″ on entire width. 2) Measure distance from where the top of the blind will be located to the window sill. The blind should overlap the window opening on the top by at least 1-1/2″.

What are the different sizes of blinds?

Is There a Standard Size of Window Blinds?

• Picture windows: 1–8 feet high, 2–8 feet wide.
• Double-hung windows: 36–72 inches high, 24–48 inches wide.
• Sliders: 24–60 inches high, 36–84 inches wide.

What is the standard vertical blind size?

The most common standard vertical blind sizes that you can buy quick ship or off-the-shelf range from 24-inch x 72-inch to 72-inch x 72-inch. Wider or longer vertical blinds typically require a custom order. Trimmable length vertical blinds allow you to cut the vanes to a shorter length at home.

How do I choose the right size blinds?

Measure both the width of the window and the height of the window. Consider adding an extra 3 inches to the width and height for optimum light control and privacy. Extending the blinds outside the window will also provide the space needed for the mounts and help the window appear larger than it actually is.

What is the standard window size?

24?36
The most common window size or average window size is 24?36. All common window sizes & dimensions for fixed, standard & double-hung windows can differ on manufacture.

How much smaller should blinds be than the window?

Record the height of the window accurately, including any brackets or moldings you may have. Add three inches to the measurement to ensure sufficient mounting space. Deduct half an inch from the blind’s height when it extends beyond the frame. Need Mini Blinds?

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.

Should blinds be wider than window?

Not Adding Width To Outside Mount Blinds
We recommend going at least 2″ wider than the opening on either side, so 4″ total. For the height, go about 3 inches above the window trim (to allow for the mounting brackets) and measure from that point down to the window sill.

What are standard mini blind sizes?

Standard sized blinds are anywhere from 24 x 72 – 72 x 72 off the shelf at your local hardware stores.

What size blinds do I need for a 35 inch window?

The actual width of the 35″ blinds are 34.5″ (half inch narrower) to comfortably fit inside a 35″ opening. So if your frame is exactly 34.5 inches, I would go with the 35″ blinds.

How far do vertical blinds stick out?

Most people install their vertical blinds so the vanes hang 2-3 inches above the ground.

How much space needed for inside mount blinds?

3?4″ is the minimum depth required for inside mount blinds.

How is a window measured?

Measure Window Width
To expose the jamb (the vertical side of the window frame) at the bottom of the window, raise the window sash. Place a tape measure horizontally between the inside jamb on the left and the right.Record the shortest measurement. This is the window opening width.

Do blinds have the size on them?

Measuring for Horizontal Blinds
Do not make any deductions – provide the exact measurements of the narrowest width. The factory will make the necessary deductions to accommodate for the headrail and mounting brackets. Measure exact window height at left, middle, and right side.

How are window panes measured?

Take a tape measure and get the dimensions of the window pane. Do not measure exactly where the glass and the frame meet. Make sure that you start the measurement from the rough opening, taking the width first. When you have the width’s dimensions, round your measurement to around 1/16th of an inch.

How do I measure my mini blinds?

Measure the width of the inside edge of the window frame from left to right in three places – the top, middle, and the bottom. Write down the smallest of the three widths down to the nearest 1/8”. If you have a 1/16” or 1/32” increment when measuring, round down to the nearest 1/8”.

How much space should be on each side of blinds?

Blinds.com recommends at least 1.5″ of overlap on each side of the window for blinds and shades, and 2″ of overlap on each side for solar or roller shades and vertical blinds. The extra width provides more privacy and light blockage. As always, record your measurements down to the nearest 1/8 inch.

What is the difference between inside mount and flush mount?

Minimum inside mount depth is the amount of depth required to securely mount the shade/blind inside the window frame. The minimum flush mount depth is the required mount depth needed for the shade/blind to fit fully inside of the window frame, without protruding outward at all.

Does it matter if blinds are too long?

It’s simpler than it looks to shorten blinds.Horizontal blinds that are too long look bad, but also create a serious safety hazard for young children. Fortunately, shortening them is easy—all you need are scissors and a screwdriver.