How to Install Window Blinds

Types of Window Blinds
Styling your window with the right type of window blinds is important. There are many types window blinds and shades that not only prevent the excessive light from entering the room, but also help decorate your room and ensure privacy. There are various types of window blinds, the basic two types of window blinds being vertical window blinds and horizontal window blinds. Vertical window blinds are also referred to as track blinds. Usually, the vertical blinds are used for doors and large openings. The horizontal window blinds are commonly used for regular-sized windows.

The type of window blinds also depends on the size of a single blind. There are slat window blinds and solid window blinds. The slat window blinds are also called mini window blinds. The slat window blinds are connected to each other with the help of strings. The solid window blinds, on the other hand, do not have thin shade panels. Instead, they are made out of one single piece of the material. Curtains are the best example of the solid window blinds. These solid window blinds can also be rolled up and folded like the slat window blinds. There are other window blind types like the roman blinds and faux wood window blinds. In this article, let us understand how to install window blinds. The type of window blinds discussed are the horizontal, slat, roll up window blinds.

How to Install Window Blinds
Step I
The window blinds are to be installed inside the window frame. Initially, mark the position of the window blinds on the window frame on which the blinds are to be mounted.

Step II
The next step is to drill holes for the screws required to mount the brackets on the window frame. Once you have drill the required holes, insert and attach the screws and place the brackets on the window frame. Repeat this procedure for installing the bracket on the other side of the window frame.

Step III
Some of the window blind kits include the valance or pelmet. Many of the kits have valance attached to the headrails. Otherwise, if the headrails are not attached to the valance, then attach the headrails to the valance with the help of clips. Some of the window blind kits have bottom rails, attach them accordingly. It is suggested that when you install the valance clips, make sure that they do not interfere with the rolling action of the blinds.

Step IV
The last step of installing the window blinds, is to adjust the cord stops. The cord-stop should be at least 2 inches downwards of the headrails.

Tips for Buying Windows Blinds
The color and the type of window blinds must be decided in a way that complements the interior decoration style chosen for the room. For contemporary and modern homes venetian blinds for the windows is a good option. The color of the window blinds must be decided according to the color of your walls and upholstery. Curtains of floral prints along with bright colored roman blinds can freshen up the entire feel of your room. For more privacy, installing aluminum window blinds is a good option. Wooden window blinds is the best option, if you want to trap heat in the winter seasons.

These were the types of window blinds, some tips to choose them and the procedure of how to install window blinds. Installing the window blinds by a professional is a costly affair, so it is advisable to install by yourself. Happy decorating!