How To Measure Blinds To Be Mounted Outside?

Blinds that mount outside of the window opening are ideal for those who cannot install them inside. Proper measurements are crucial for hanging blinds that cover your entire window, including width, height, and depth. To measure for outside mounting blinds, consider the size of the window, including overlap, hardware and trim considerations, and avoiding obstructions.

To measure the height of your window, use the largest/tallest measurement as the actual height. For example, if your height measurements are 62 inches on left, 62 inches in. Measure for width by measuring the width of the recess in three places: at the top, middle, and bottom. Hold both ends of the tape on the inside.

To measure for inside-mount and outside-mount blinds accurately, use a steel tape measure, a leveler, and a ladder. Find measuring guides for specialty shapes and types of windows and find the best window for you.

For outside mount blinds, measure the inside of the window frame in three places for width across the top, middle, and bottom. Measure for height at the left, middle, and right side.

Add 2-3 inches (5.1-7.6 cm) to the height of a window without trim. Start the tape measure at the top of the window opening and extend it down to the bottom edge. Measure the width and height of the window in three places, giving the measurement to an 1/8 of an inch.

In summary, proper measurements are essential for installing blinds that cover your entire window, whether inside or outside.