How to Fit Roller Blinds

Have you checked that your chosen blind fits your window? Before purchasing your roller blinds, carefully measure your window. If you’re fitting your window inside the recess, make sure you measure the exact width of the recess itself. For outside mounted blinds (fixed to the wall), increase the width by 3-4 inches either side of the window to control the light more. This step isn’t necessary if you’ve chosen bespoke-made roller blinds.

When marking your bracket positions, you’ll need to adapt your process to how you’re positioning your blind: inside or outside the recess.

Inside recess:

• Place the brackets inside the window recess at the top
• Using a measuring tape, ensure they’re evenly spaced either side of the window
• With a pencil, mark your desired screw holes

Outside recess:

• Position your brackets on the wall above your window, while ensuring your blind covers the entire width
• Use a spirit level to align your brackets
• With a pencil, mark your desired screw holes

Identify which drill bit is suitable for the job before gently drilling your holes using the guide marks. If you’re working with plaster, brick or another hard surface, we recommend using wall plugs before securing your screws. Remember, always be careful when using a drill.

Carefully align your brackets with the holes, securing them tightly using the screws provided with your blind. You can continue using your drill to do this or you can use a screwdriver. Once fixed, make sure they’re completely straight and stable before installing the blind.

Once you’re happy with your brackets’ positioning, slide your roller tube into the clips. Don’t forget to make sure the mechanism side (with the control chain) is placed correctly, allowing the chain to hang freely while facing towards the room. This position offers better control over the light level.

Make sure your blind is working correctly by pulling the control chain up and down, checking it feels smooth and easy to do so. If it’s unlevel, catches or gets stuck, you may need to readjust it.

Make sure your blind is working correctly by pulling the control chain up and down, checking it feels smooth and easy to do so. If it’s unlevel, catches or gets stuck, you may need to readjust it.

Measure: you’ll need to determine how much of the tube and fabric needs to be removed from the width. Use your tape measure for guidance.

Trim the fabric: using sharp household scissors or a utility knife, carefully cut off the excess fabric.

Trim the roller tube: using a hacksaw, shorten the roller tube by the same amount as your fabric.

Reassemble: re-attach the mechanism back on the tube and install as above.

Still need further guidance on how to put up a roller blind? We’ve answered some commonly asked questions, giving you peace of mind for a smooth installation.

How do you remove a roller blind?

If you’re replacing your old roller blind or simply need to take it down, just pull the blind up, locate the brackets and the release mechanism on one of the sides. This is often a clip or a lever, and by releasing it, you can gently slide the blind out of the brackets. If necessary, unscrew the brackets entirely.

How do you assemble a roller blind?

All of our roller blinds come pre-assembled, ready to fit. You may need to insert the pole inside the roll of fabric.

How do you fit roller blinds in a bay window?

When installing roller blinds in a bay window, you can follow the same process used for standard windows, but you’ll need a separate blind for each window section, leaving a gap of ¼ inch between each.

Are roller blind fittings universal?

No, roller blinds can vary in size and design. However, they tend to have standardised brackets, allowing them to fit most windows. Always check the fittings prior to purchase to ensure they’re compatible with your window frame.

Can you fit roller blinds without drilling?

Yes – you don’t need a drill to put up a roller blind if it comes with no-drill brackets, or you use an adhesive mounting system.