Hello World! Welcome Friends! Installing outdoor blinds to your windows can give them a fresh look and the aesthetic you’re looking for in a home. Windows play a role in the presentation of a home and making changes can transform its entire appearance. If you’ve always used curtains for your windows, it might be time to consider having outdoor blinds because they can make the home look modern.
You can either install ready-made blinds or make a custom order depending on the windows in your home. To properly install the outdoor blinds, you’ll have to ensure that the windows have been adequately prepared. Fitting outdoor blinds is easy; however, if you’re unsure what to do, you can consult an expert. Nonetheless, here are five tips on how to prepare your windows for an outdoor blinds installation:
1. Measure Your Windows
The best place for you to start when considering outdoor blind installation is the windows’ measurements. If you want the blinds to fit correctly, you’ll have to be careful with the measurements. To eliminate errors, you can use a metal measuring tape. Other measuring tapes, such as plastic, are likely to stretch when taking measurements, thus giving inaccurate figures.
It’d be best if you took the measurements in millimeters because it’s the standard unit used by industries. When purchasing outdoor blinds, the supplier will require you to give the exact figure of the window size in millimeters. Any errors in the measurements can have a severe impact on the fit of the outdoor blinds. But you can opt for the blinds to be a little longer and wider since they’re being mounted outside.
2. Eliminate Any Previous Window Treatment
Existing window treatments can hinder the installation of outdoor blinds. Before installing blinds, carefully remove all the window treatments that might cause interference and only leave what could be reused. For instance, if there are curtain rods above the window, you can opt to leave them for future purposes. Besides, any objects left on the windows could cause injury to whoever is installing the blinds.
In some cases, if you’ve hired someone to install blinders and they get injured, you’ll be responsible for the injury. Thus, to make the installation process smooth for you or the installers, ascertain that the windows are free from objects that’d be a hindrance. In addition, removing treatment can result in holes and patches, which should be repaired before the installation of blinds.
3. Clean the Windows and the Area Around It
While it might seem trivial, cleaning the windows helps maintain their integrity. Windows can degenerate because of dirt build-up, acid rain, and hard water, which can result in breakage during the installation of blinds. You can hire professional cleaners to clean the windows carefully while assessing them for structural damage, such as cracks, which might be dangerous when mounting blinds or removing treatment. Moreover, if you can identify any issues, such as scratches on the windows, you can replace them before installing blinds.
Additionally, you can clean the area around the window and remove all the objects, including planters or furniture. A filthy window area with things, including tree branches, can be an obstacle to the person installing the blinds. Furthermore, it just makes sense to have a clean window for your new outside blinds!
4. Cover the Windows
Ensure that you protect your windows before starting to install the blinds. Failing to protect the windows can lead to damage such as scratches which are detrimental to the structure. You can cover the windows using insulation film, a canvas drop cloth, or plastic sheeting. To secure the protection covers, consider taping the edges to the wall.
Moreover, the covers can protect the windows from condensation, especially if they’re old or single-paned. If your windows are dated, they might not have an insulating barrier contributing to the condensation. Hence, adding an insulation film can be helpful.
5. Install Window Brackets
The blinds you’ll be installing need to be attached to the windows using brackets. You can use the window measurements to find brackets that would fit the windows. They can be placed on the window casing far enough from the windowpane to avoid causing damage. You should also ensure that the window brackets are securely fixed for the blinds. If you’re not a DIY inclined person, don’t try to force the brackets to fit or fix the brackets close to the windowpane, you’ll only end up causing damage and creating additional work. It can in some cases be better to contact professional outdoor blind installers, in order to get the job done right first time.
Conclusion
There’s no doubt that adding outside blinds to your windows can add some character to the entire home. The windows ought to be the center stage in your blinds project. You can do several things to prepare your windows for mounting outside blinds, including cleaning and protection. One of the factors you need to be mindful of is the integrity of your windows before, during, and after the installation of the blinds. Furthermore, you must prioritize the safety and access of whoever will install the blinds.
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Great tips. #WedensdayAroundtheworld