For many people venetian blinds and similar styles simply look better when cut to fit the recess of the window and because venetian blinds offer fantastic light control and privacy raising the blinds is less of a necessity.
Fitting roller blinds outside window frame.
Once the blind is in place secure the sash cord s control bracket to the window frame.
A loose sash cord can be a choking hazard for children.
If you leave your blinds down most of the time then fitting inside the recess can be the smarter choice.
If you want to cover the window trim outside mount blinds can even help you save some money on redecorating or refinishing.
The sash cord raises and lowers the blind.
Make sure that you determine where you would like to install the blind before buying the blind.
Although roller blinds are typically installed inside of the window frame it can also sit outside of the window frame or above the window.
Outside mount blinds are a great choice for shallow windows that have a small frame depth as outside mount blinds don t have to fit within the frame.
Therefore hanging a blind outside of the recess usually causes no problem in terms of lost space.
Determine the placement of the blind.
The blind can be fixed to the actual window frame itself if it is wooden.
Installing window treatments as an inside mount gives your windows a clean finished look allows blinds or shades to be flush with the trim or wall.
An inside mount is when blinds or shades are installed inside the top of the window frame.
The location of the blind is personal preference.
Fitting blinds outside of recesses.
It s a good idea to screw a control bracket for the cord onto the frame.
Inside the recess pros.
Mount the rolled up roller blind into the brackets.
This internal space in a room is rarely used during the day unless the sill of the window is put to some use.
Inside the window recess.
So let s take a closer look at fitting blinds inside the recess versus fitting outside the recess so you can clearly see what your options are.
Creates a neat and tidy finish.