Whether you ve got an multi aspect 6 pane bay window or an awkward box bay that needs some shading we ve got you covered.
Measuring blinds for bay windows.
Measuring bay windows for outside mount blinds or shades most bay windows have limited depth so outside mount installation is very popular.
Measuring bay windows for blinds or shades.
Pick the instructions that best match your window.
Follow these simple steps to measure your windows for an outside mount window treatment.
How to measure for bay windows.
For both options you simply measure from the top of where the blind will be fitted normally the underside of the ceiling to the window sill or wherever you wish the blinds to hang to.
The configuration of your bay window will determine what kind of measuring challenges you encounter.
When measuring window blinds for bay windows you will need calculate the intersecting points of the blinds to determine the width of each piece the first step is to select a window shade noting that different types of shades will have different depths.
The two most popular types of bay window are traditional and separated.
Before measuring for an outside mount blind or shade use the cardboard square method to be absolutely sure your blinds won t collide in the corners.
Below are instructions for measuring bay and bow bay windows plus two options for box or square bay windows.
The drop will be recess size and we will deduct our standard clearance allowance from your given size.
Measure above the window first to make sure you have at least 2 of flat space on the molding or wall.