Measure Vertical Blinds for Sliding Glass Doors - Blinds Chalet (2024)

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What is the average size of vertical blinds? ›

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.

1) Measure the width inside the window opening at the top, and round down to the nearest 1/8" measurement. 2) Measure the height inside the window opening from the top of the window opening to the window sill. If your window does not have a sill, measure to the point you would like the blind to reach.

We recommend adding between 3” to 6” to your width measurement. Also add 2 ½” to your height measurement to allow enough room for the mounting brackets above the opening. Our suggested floor clearance is ½” to 1”. At least 2” of flat space is required to outside mount verticals.

A standard glass sliding door is normally fixed at 80 inches in length. However, the width may vary between 60 inches to 72 inches, depending on the amount of space available for installation.

Regardless of whether you are choosing a vertical blind or a horizontal blind, when mounting window blinds outside the window frame, the blinds need to be larger so they extend past the edge of the window for proper coverage.

Do blinds have to be exact measurements? To ensure privacy and maximum light coverage, blinds should be wide enough and long enough to cover the entire window. Generally, you'll want to measure to the nearest ⅛-inch.

The most common slat sizes are 35 millimetres, 50 millimetres and 64 millimetres. However, some blinds feature larger slats — running to more than 127mm slat widths.

Inside-Mounted Vertical Blinds

Window should have a minimum recessed space of 2 3/8" for inside mount. Measure the width of the window from the top of the opening to the sill in 3 places. Use the smallest dimension for the blind width. The factory will automatically deduct up to 1/4" - 1/2".

A blind that is fitted within the window recess means it is the same size as the window and will fill that area. This is known as recess fitting. Whereas a blind that is fitted outside of the recessed area is commonly referred to as an exact fitting.

As a rule, the blinds will look nice if they extend about 3 inches beyond each side of the window opening. So a 42-inch-wide window calls for a 48-inch-wide blind that allows for a 3-inch overlap on each side. This rule can be adapted depending on the type of case moldings you have.

Is there an app to measure blinds? ›

Windowmaker Measure facilitates the recording of measurements for window and door openings.

Always measure all of your windows, even if some appear to be the same size. Lowe's can cut many blinds to custom-fit your windows at no additional cost.

The most common window coverings for sliding glass doors are vertical blinds. If you are looking for something different yet similar, sheer vertical shades are the perfect option. These are somewhat of a cross-fit between vertical blinds and sheer curtains.

Generally, the best blinds for sliding doors are panel track blinds, also known as sliding panels. Other alternatives include vertical blinds, roller blinds, and roman blinds.

Vertical blinds are a really practical choice for patio or sliding doors. They gently diffuse light to help maintain a comfortable temperature and provide privacy, which is essential if your room is overlooked. Vertical blinds can be made to fit almost any width, so are great for full-width doors in glass extensions.

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.

The standard widths of sliding glass doors range from 60 to 144 inches. The standard height of sliding glass doors is between 80 and 96 inches. Traditional sliding glass doors come in either two or three panels. Choose a custom sliding door size with more panels for unique spaces.

The most common standard widths of 2-panel glass doors are: 8 feet (96 inches) 6 feet (72 inches) 5 feet (60 inches)

Common widths include 108 inches (9 feet) and 144 inches (12 feet) for three-panel sliding patio doors, with the same standard door heights as two-panel doors. While four-panel doors and higher are also available and feature even larger widths, these types of sliding patio doors are far less common in general.

Good quality made-to-measure vertical blinds are designed to live a full life of 10, 15, or even 20 years of being opened, closed, and adjusted multiple times a day, and don't require particularly delicate handling; but they won't last for as long if they're handled very roughly or operated incorrectly.

Why do vertical blinds break so easily? ›

Many vertical blinds have a connecting chain running along the bottom of the slats to help keep them in sync. If this chain becomes worn or snagged, it can break. Sorting this out is as simple as getting a new chain and replacing the old one.

The answer is "definitely". Vertical blinds continue to stay relevant because they are functional and available in increasingly modern fabrics and materials. Read on to learn more about the solutions that they offer for the most difficult to dress windows and doors in your home.

Measure the exact width (left to right) of the window frame or how wide you would like the blind to be. Be sure to measure wide enough to cover the entire window and provide maximum light coverage. Example: If the window opening is 36” wide, it might be helpful to order 40” if the space allows.

Yes, for your blinds to work to greatest effect and to achieve the right visual finish, window blinds should rest on the windowsill. The only exception to this is vertical blinds which require a small amount of clearance to prevent the louvres from dragging on the windowsill when operated.

Medium sized windows are the most common and generally default to the most common slat size, which is 2”. Most styles of window blinds are available in the 2” size to accommodate the majority of windows.

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. However, window sizes and shapes can vary greatly, especially in older homes or homes with custom windows.

The slats of a vertical blind are called vanes. They hang vertically from the track. They can be made out of fabric, aluminum, or vinyl. Most fabric vanes can be inserted into groovers for additional privacy and light-blocking for an additional charge.

“The industry standard is to take a ¼- to ⅜-inch deduction off of the narrowest width measurement provided and use that as the finished blind width,” says Weidenbaum.

You can measure for outside mount blinds with just a steel tape measure, pencil, as well as a notepad. Measure the width 3 inches beyond each side of the window and the length to a point just below the bottom of the window sill. The width should always be noted first, followed by the height.

Outside-Mounted Vertical Blinds

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.

How much smaller should blinds be than the window? ›

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.

A standard sliding glass door is 80 inches tall with a width varying from 60 to 72 inches or larger, depending on the space. In most homes, doorframes are measured to a standard size to make door replacements easy.

To find the door width, simply use this formula: Door width = Opening width + overlap.

A standard glass sliding door is normally fixed at 80 inches in length. However, the width may vary between 60 inches to 72 inches, depending on the amount of space available for installation.

Outside-Mounted Horizontal Blinds

Add at least 3 inches for overlap (1-1/2" per side) for optimum light control and privacy.

What Are Outside Mount Blinds? Outside mount blinds and shades are those that are installed outside of the window box or window frame on either the window trim or the wall above or next to the window trim.

Measure the width across the inside top of each window all the way into the corner. Decide which window the “butt” blind will hang on, and which one you want the “full” or “through” blind to go on. The through blind will be mounted all the way into the corner where your windows meet, so it bypasses the butt blind.