How to fix the blinds to the wall?

How to fix the blinds to the wall? - People ask this question when they decide to replace curtains with a more modern interior item for window decoration - blinds. Now we can meet them everywhere in apartments, houses, offices, trading floors, on the windows of restaurants and cafes. They give a modern look to the room and can act as a real decoration, creating a unique style. Also, the blinds perfectly protect the room from excessive light and prying eyes.

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Constructive types of blinds

By their design, the blinds are divided into the following types:

• Horizontal
• Vertical
• Roll;
• Plisse.

Horizontal blinds

This type of window decor is a horizontally positioned lamellas fixed to each other. They rotate around their axis and rise upwards when opened. The mobility of such a curtain is carried out using a chain.

Important! The advantage of horizontal blinds is the ability to install them in places where installation and operation of other types is impossible for a number of reasons. They can be installed on each leaf or completely on the window, as well as between the frames.

Vertical blinds

The principle of operation of this type of curtains is the same as in the horizontal type. They can be moved to your left, right or in different directions from the center.

Vertical blinds can be fixed in three ways:

• On the wall.
• To the upper slope of the window.
• To the ceiling.

Important! Vertical blinds can be fixed to the wall only by drilling. Special care must be taken when drilling a slope with a perforator so as not to split a part of the wall.

Roller blinds

This type of window decor allows you to close the entire area of ​​the window and is a canvas that can be rolled up.

It is best to fix the roller blinds directly on the window sash. This facilitates installation and subsequent operation. If you install them in other ways, they will not allow you to open the window with the curtains closed.

Important! Since the details of roller blinds are made of plastic, it is necessary to carefully treat the design during installation.

Blinds Pleated

They are distinguished by an unusual texture. Curtains are pre-treated with corrugation and impregnated for strength with a special compound. They can be both horizontal and vertical. Blinds are assembled with an accordion and are mounted on a frame or window opening.

Important! Control of the structure is possible with a chain or cord.

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Types of blinds according to the material of manufacture

Slats for blinds are made of different materials. Depending on the material, the cost of the curtains varies.

Plastic blinds

A good economical option, but in apartments you rarely see such designs because of their appearance. They are more common on the windows of office premises.

Fabric Blinds

This type is the most common. Lamels are usually made of polyester. This durable material has excellent performance, does not fade in the sun and is easy to clean.

Cotton Blinds

Every year, eco-style is becoming increasingly popular. This type of curtain is a fairly expensive model of blinds.It is necessary to take into account their features and be extremely careful during operation, since they do not tolerate moisture well and quickly get dirty.

Wooden blinds

Such curtains are not cheap pleasure, but the price justifies itself. They are made of light and durable wood. During operation, they need regular maintenance, therefore it is recommended to vacuum them once a week.

Bamboo blinds

The fashionable look of the window decor. Most often available in horizontal design. They are painted in various colors - from light wood to red saturated color. During processing and coloring, the natural properties of bamboo are preserved.

Fiberglass Blinds

This type is ideal for kitchen windows, as this material meets the high fire safety requirements.

Aluminum blinds

Most often, aluminum lamellas are coated with multi-colored enamels in order to give them a beautiful appearance

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How to install the blinds?

For the long-term service of the blinds, when installing them, you must be extremely careful. The design itself is quite complex, but if you have the patience to understand all the nuances, you can quickly put the blinds on the plastic windows.

The most basic thing is to take into account the peculiarities of each type during assembly.

Important! The installation process is largely influenced by the evenness of the walls. If there is a departure from the correct horizontal or vertical level, then this will greatly complicate the installation of blinds. In this case, it is better to invite an experienced specialist.

If, in spite of the difficulties that have arisen, you still decide to install the blinds yourself, be patient, study all the available information, delving into all the details.

Installation methods for blinds

There are four ways to install this type of window decor:

• On the walls.
• Inside the window opening.
• To the ceiling.
• On each casement window.

Important! When choosing the installation method, you need to consider the design of the window and your preferences. Blinds can be installed on any windows, even dormers. Installation will differ only in the way of fastening. The sequence of actions for any option will be similar, differences are observed only when installing relatively small parts.

Measurement for different types of mounting

It is very important to correctly measure the window opening. The most accurate result can be obtained using steel tape. An important condition in this process is accuracy to the millimeter.

Important! Not a single window opening has a perfect rectangular shape. Therefore, any parameter must be measured in several places.

For different types of mounting, measurements are made in different ways.

Fixing the blinds in the window opening

Measurements for fastening curtains in the window opening are made according to the width and length of the opening:

• Their length is equal to the height of the glass, taking into account the sealing gum and a margin of 1 cm.
• In order to determine the width of the curtain, you need to add the width of one sealing gum to the width of the window pane. It is necessary to consider that the eaves did not rest against slopes and loops.
• The length of the chain of blinds should be ⅔ of the height of the window. The chain is usually located on the side of the loops.
• It must be taken into account so that the blinds assembled do not interfere with the opening of the window.
  

Fixing the blinds to the wall

If you plan to fix the blinds to the wall, their height is determined independently. So, they can completely cover the window opening or be slightly higher than the windowsill:

• The length will depend on your wishes or the advice of the designer. It can reach the floor or be just below the windowsill.
• The width should be 10 cm wider than the width of the window opening so that the window is completely closed.
• It is also necessary to consider that the cornice will occupy about 5 cm from the top.

Fastening the shutters to the sash to the plastic windows

To put the blinds on the plastic windows, you need to measure the distance between the two vertical glazing beads:

• To determine the length of the blinds, you need to measure the length of the window.
• If you do not want to leave a lateral clearance, it is necessary to add 30 mm to the width of the blinds.

Important! If you are afraid to make a mistake in the calculations, you need to seek help from specialists. They correctly measure the blinds.

Markup:

• Before installing the curtains, it is necessary to mark the fixtures. The design of any blinds is verified geometrically, so the markup must be performed with an accuracy of millimeter. You should also pay attention to symmetry, it is very important.
• It is necessary to check the operation of the light protection devices that you have prepared. As well as the ability to freely open and close the window after installation.
• It is necessary to determine where the control cord will be, mark this place and make additional fastening in this area. Such actions are required because this area will be subject to more intense pressure.

Installation

According to the marking, all component parts should be fixed with dowels and screws:

1. Screw the screws into the ceiling or into the wall.
2. Hang a cornice on these screws. It is used to fix the lamellas and runners that fit into the cornice.
3. At the end of the work, check the functionality of the light protection device.

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How to put blinds on plastic windows?

Blinds quite often have to be mounted on plastic windows. This is not so easy. You can spoil both the blinds themselves and the window frame. In order to avoid unpleasant consequences, it is necessary to carry out all actions as carefully as possible.

How to fix vertical blinds on plastic windows?

Vertical models are the most popular. They are used both in offices and public institutions, and in the home environment. Unlimited color variations and the ability to combine shapes and colors gives a huge scope for the most daring design ideas.

To install a vertical curtain, you need to prepare all the necessary elements:

• Lamels;
• Cornice;
• A chain;
• Runners.

Installation Nuances:

• For a window of an unusual format, a chain of appropriate length should be provided so that it does not limit the functionality of the entire device and at the same time looks good.
• Vertical blinds can be fixed both to the wall and to the ceiling.
• If you decide to attach the structure to the wall, you can fix it immediately above the window or near the ceiling.
• If you want to attach the cornice to the ceiling, you should choose a zone that is close to the plane of the wall at a distance that slightly exceeds the width of the lamella.
• First of all, you need to make markings for the fastening elements of the curtains, and then mount them.
• To the installed brackets, a cornice is attached.
• Further, runners are put on the cornice, and lamellas are hung on them.

Important! When hinging lamellas, it is necessary to follow the same order in which they lie in the package.

• At the end of the installation, you must take care of the weights. This type of blinds cannot function without them. Weights are suspended on chains at the bottom of the device on both sides (outside and inside).

How to hang horizontal blinds?

This type of blinds is usually installed on the wall, but sometimes they are mounted directly to the window:

1. They are attached to the wall, if you want to complete a window opening.
2. To the window, the blinds are mounted to the wings. With this option, the functionality of the window itself is not limited. It can be easily opened and closed without obstacles.
3. Installation of horizontal blinds consists of the same steps as in the case of vertical:
   • Measurement.
   • Markup.
   • Fixing cornice.
   • Installation of blinds.
     

Recommendations for installing blinds using self-tapping screws

You can fix the cornice with the help of screws. Thus, it is quite simple to install horizontal blinds on plastic windows. Do not worry about the profile - the hole from self-tapping screws will not cause tangible damage to it. In the future, if you want to remove the blinds, you just need to unscrew the screws, and hide the holes with white silicone sealant.

To ensure that the work is done accurately and efficiently:

1. Before drilling holes, make sure your markings are correct.
2. Insert the bracket into the ledge and pull on the cord. Blinds should open to the end.
3. Then try them on to the marked mounting location and evaluate visually whether the marking is done correctly and whether the blinds will open evenly if you mount them as planned.
4. If you see skews, apply more correct marks with a pencil.
5. Next, the brackets are removed from the cornice, brought to the marks and the points are precisely marked in those places where the self-tapping screw will be screwed.

Important! First, it is better to drill holes and then bring the part to this place and fix it. So you are guaranteed to maintain the integrity of the plastic. In another case, if you screw a self-tapping screw through a fastener, you can damage the part and make cracks in it.

6. In the finished holes, screw the brackets and hang the cornice.
7. The blinds must be inserted into the fasteners and then closed.
8. Next, you need to install the hook in the control mechanism.
9. Place the cane in the hook, and attach the tip to the cane.
10. Install the bell and secure it with a knot.
11. Use the cord to lower the blinds.
12. Install the lower fixing with a self-tapping screw.

Important! In practice, installing blinds is a simple matter. But you must comply with all requirements, be careful and careful in work. You must follow the instructions that came with the purchased blinds.

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Installation of blinds without drilling

There are varieties of modern brackets that can be attached to the frame without drilling. This method is quite convenient and simpler. The louvre systems are attached to the brackets by a simple snap-on. In this case, they are very easy to mount and just as easy to remove, which greatly simplifies washing the windows or cleaning the lamellas themselves.

To secure the brackets without drilling:

1. You need to buy a special kind of these fasteners: L-shaped brackets. They easily cling to the top of the sash and, if necessary, are also simply removed.

Important! This type of fastener is only possible on opening flaps. It is not possible to fix such an arm on a blind leaf.

2. On blind flaps, if there is a need for installation without drilling, you can use a reliable double-sided tape, which has a foamed base.

Important! L-shaped fastening is the most optimal option for fixing the blinds inside the window opening. At the same time, the integrity of the profile is maintained and reliable fixation of the blinds is ensured.

Mounting with tape is less durable. It can serve for many years, if not to exert an excessive load on it. Otherwise - it can quickly break off.

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What to choose blinds on a balcony?

Due to the variety of materials, configurations and color shades of this type of curtains, you can choose modern curtains for any interior. Before buying blinds for a balcony carefully study how to put blinds on plastic windows.

The blinds on the balcony must meet the following criteria:

• Be practical as balcony windows often open.
• Mounts must be functional and reliable.
• For a balcony, plastic or fabric models are better, since metal and wood make a lot of noise.
• Remember that not all types of fastening of blinds are suitable for balcony windows. This is especially true for aluminum and sliding curtains.

Important! The best option for balconies and loggias is plastic blinds. They are lightweight, easy to operate, do not fade in the sun, are easy to clean and maintain a beautiful appearance for a long time.

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Useful tips when choosing and operating blinds

If you want the installed curtains to please you for a long time, and their fastening and mechanism do not fail, listen to the following tips:

• When choosing blinds, make sure that all of their components are of high quality.
• The adjustment mechanism must be selected taking into account the convenient side during operation.
• Make sure that the blinds fold completely when the window is fully open.
• The rotation of the window handle should not have a mechanical effect on the elements of the curtains and limit their movement.
• Regularly clean the blinds.
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As you have seen, everything ingenious is simple. It’s easy to install blinds with your own hands on the windows, if there is a detailed instruction at hand. You just have to choose a convenient way for yourself and take advantage of the recommendations suggested in the article. And in the near future the room will find an interesting note in the interior, and the windows will sparkle in a new way.