Common Blind Width

When selecting window blinds consider three measurements.

Common blind width.

We offer 1 inch 2 inch and 2 1 2 inch slats in most blinds. 24 inches 36 inches 48 inches and 60 inches. The slats can be tilted opened precisely horizontally for the most light or closed for privacy or to block. Consider adding an extra 3 inches to the width and height for optimum light control and privacy.

Leave about 1 inch on either side of the frame so that the blinds block out all of the light. The size of the blind slats you choose really depends on your desired look and application. Window length width and depth. If you don t have a sill just measure up to the point where you want the blinds to end.

There are also four standard blind widths. Standard sizes for window blinds standard sizes. Don t forget to record window depth so you ll meet the minimum installation requirement. Measure the overall area to be covered.

Measure the width from the outermost points of the window. The 48 and 60 inch blinds will show up more often in short wide windows or in full wall windows. You re likely to see 24 and 36 inch widths paired with the smaller heights or with accent windows. Measure the height by going all the way from the top of the frame to the window sill.

Record the narrowest width and longest height.