Measuring Guidance for Shades and Blinds

Shades Measurement Guideline

Easily simplify your shades measuring process with our Measurement Finder, specifically designed to guide you step-by-step for a seamless, stress-free experience.

Measurement Finder for Shades & Blinds

Step 1

What style of mount would you like?

Choose One

Inside Mount

Window frame depth requirement：
2 1/2 inches for Roman shades/Roller Shades/Cellular Shades
2 3/4 inches for Bamboo shades
3 inches for Zebra Shades/Venetian Blinds

Outside Mount

Shades are installed over the window on brackets attached to the wall or window frame. We recommend adding a minimum of 2-4 inches to your width and 10-12 inches for height measurements to allow for light gap coverage.

Step 1： Should I choose Inside Mount or Outside Mount?

Choose Inside Mount When:

Your window frame depth is enough for inside mount:

2 1/2 inches for Roman Shades/ Roller Shades/ Cellular Shades

2 3/4 inches for Bamboo Shades

3 inches for Zebra Shades/ Venetian Blinds

You prefer a clean, built-in look that blends with the window frame.
The window trim is attractive and you want to keep it visible.
You want the window treatment to sit flush with the wall, without sticking out.
The window frame is sturdy enough to support installation.
Your home has newer, evenly shaped rectangular windows.
A protruding window sill makes outside mounting less practical.

Choose Outside Mount When:

Your window lacks sufficient depth or has an irregular shape that makes inside mount unfeasible.
You want to conceal unattractive trim and give your window a cleaner, refreshed appearance.
Maximum light blocking is important when the shade is fully drawn.
The window frame is too shallow or fragile to support inside mounting hardware.
Privacy is a top priority and you need full coverage from external view.
You’d like to create the illusion of taller or wider windows.
You prefer the shade to roll up neatly above the window, keeping the view unobstructed.