How to Measure Roller BLinds
The right measurements for a perfect order
What you’ll need to measure
1 -2 people
Less than 5 mins
Your tape measure (metal is best)
Your step ladder
A pen and some paper
Designing your dream blinds
The fun starts with designing how your blinds will fit, so channel your inner stylist and get creative! This is about finding your dream look and getting custom blinds that fit and function perfectly.
Face fit with architrave
Blinds that sit outside the frame are called face fit
Usually attached to the part of the window frame facing you
Ideal fit for bedrooms
Our customers often pick blockout fabrics
Best fit to get around chunky obstructions in the window recess
Back rolling blinds are recommended where possible
Add motorisation for effortless luxury, you can choose either wired or battery motors for your blinds
You can choose a pelmet for a luxurious look if you have a minimum reveal depth of 90mm.
Pelmets are available in four neutral powder-coated colours or can match your blind fabric.
Choose the 100 mm pelmet for a slimline look and the 120 mm pelmet for large windows
Match your chain, bracket and base rail colour to your blind fabric, or choose a contrasting colour to tie in with other features in your home
Face fit square set
Blinds that sit outside a frameless window are called face fit frameless window
Blinds are best attached to wall studs, if your walls are plaster
Can also attach to concrete, stone, brick or tile
Ideal fit for bedrooms
Our customers often pick blockout fabrics
Don't let much light in down the sides
Best fit to get around chunky obstructions
Back rolling blinds are recommended where possible
Add motorisation for effortless luxury, you can choose either wired or battery motors for your blinds
Go for a pelmet for a luxe look, available in 4 neutral colours or to match your custom blind fabric
Choose the 100 mm pelmet for a slimline look and the 120 mm pelmet for large windows
Match your chain, bracket and base rail colour to your blind fabric, or choose a contrasting colour to tie in with other features in your home
Recess Fit
Blinds that sit inside the frame are called recess fit
Seamless and modern look
Ideal fit for living areas
Our customers often pick light filtering or sunscreen fabrics
Let a small amount of light in down the sides
Perfect for nice, deep windows with minimal obstructions
Front rolling blinds are usually recommended
Add motorisation for effortless luxury, you can choose either wired or battery motors for your blinds
Go for a pelmet for a luxe look, available in 4 neutral colours or to match your blind fabric
Choose the 100 mm pelmet for a slimline look and the 120 mm pelmet for large windows
Match your chain, bracket and base rail colour to your blind fabric, or choose a contrasting colour to tie in with other features in your home
Steps
Face Fit
Measuring up is easy; we just need to know three things: your width and your drop measurements, and which side you'd like your chain on. Here's how to do it:
Measure your width
Measure the exact outside width of your window frame across the top and write it down. This measurement will be your bracket-to-bracket width. Keep in mind that the fabric width is about 30mm narrower than the bracket measurement.
Measure your drop
Measure the height of your window frame from the top of the frame down to where you’d like the blind to finish, and write it down. This may be at the bottom of the frame, just above the floor, or to match up with other blinds in your room.
Choose your chain side
Make a note of which side you'd like your chain to be on. Think about which side is easiest to reach, obstruction free and where the chain will be least visible.
Order your custom blinds online
You're all set to order your blinds!
If you want to add an FRS pelmet to your order, just choose your size (100 mm or 120mm)
Keep in mind that roller blind with FRS pelmet will reduce you fabric width by approx 40mm narrower than the outer pelmet side cover-to-pelmet side bracket measurement.
Face fit square set
Measuring up is easy; we just need to know three things: your width and your drop measurements, and which side you'd like your chain on. Here's how to do it:
Measure your width
Measure the exact outside width of the window across the top, and write it down.
Then, add at least an extra 140mm to your measured width to determine your bracket-to-bracket width. This additional measurement helps reduce light seeping in from the sides.
For example, if your window width measurement is 1810mm, you would add 140mm, making the width to order 1950mm.
Measure your drop
Measure the height of the window from the top down to where you’d like your blind to finish. This may be at the bottom of the window, just above the floor, or to match up with other blinds in your room.
Then add at least an extra 70mm to the top and 70mm to the bottom to reduce light seeping in.
Example: the drop you'd like measures 1200 mm. You'll add 70 mm top and bottom, and then write down 1340 mm.
Choose your chain side
Make a note of which side you'd like your chain to be on. Think about which side is easiest to reach, obstruction free and where the chain will be least visible.
Order your custom blinds online
You're all set to order your blinds!
If you want to add a pelmet to your order, just choose your size (100 mm or 120 mm) and know we'll do all the hard work so it fits like a dream. We don't need any extra measurements.
Recess Fit
Measuring up is easy; we just need to know five things - your depth, your width, your drop, which side you'd like your chain on and any minor obstructions. Here's how to do it:
Check your depth
Ensure that there is at least 70mm of depth between the glass and the edge of your window frame to provide enough space for the roller blinds to fit neatly inside. If you are ordering an FRS pelmet, a minimum depth of 90mm is required.
Take note of any obstructions, which should be minimal. If you're unsure, feel free to contact us
Measure your Width
Measure and provide us with the exact inside width of the window frame across the top, and write it down. We will deduct 4mm from this width to ensure your blind fits perfectly in the reveal.
Please note that the fabric will be approximately 30-35mm narrower than your bracket-to-bracket measurement.
Measure your Drop
Measure the exact inside height of the window frame from top to bottom, and write it down. When your blind is rolled down, it will sit flush against the bottom of the frame.
Choose your chain side
Make a note of which side you'd like your chain to be on. Think about which side is easiest to reach, obstruction free and where the chain will be least visible.
Order your custom blinds online
You're all set to order your blinds!
If you want to add a pelmet to your order, just choose your size (100 mm or 120 mm) and know we'll do all the hard work so it fits like a dream. We don't need any extra measurements.
Our hints and tips
Want to know our top tips for measuring up like a pro?
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Always write down ‘width’ and ‘drop’ next to your measurements so you don’t reverse them by accident.
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Only give us the exact measurements we ask for. Our team custom-makes your blinds to fit your windows.
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We make standard deductions for recess blinds, so you don’t have to. The roller blind width will be 4mm narrower to allow installation. Face Fit roller blinds are made as exact size, with no deductions.
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Measure every window. The beauty of each house is that each window may have slight variations in size, and we want all of your blinds to fit perfectly.
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We know every home is unique, and we’re just a phone call away if you need to chat 1800 79 19 74
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For extra help deciding on your perfect fit, submit a photo of your window(s) to our team via the contact from here
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