What are the standard sizes for mini blinds?
Standard Sizes for Blinds
- 36 inches.
- 48 inches.
- 60 inches.
- 72 inches.
Does Lowes cut mini blinds to size?
Lowe’s can cut many blinds to custom-fit your windows at no additional cost. Bring in your measurements, and we’ll prepare your blinds while you shop. You can even Special Order just about anything you need for your installation.
Can mini blinds be cut to size?
You can cut an even amount off of each side of the headrail or if it is a small amount, just cut it off of the lift cord side of the headrail. Remove the end stiffener from the headrail. With the tin snips or hacksaw, carefully cut the headrail along the mark you made.
How do I measure my mini blinds?
Measure the width of the inside edge of the window frame from left to right in three places – the top, middle, and the bottom. Write down the smallest of the three widths down to the nearest 1/8”. If you have a 1/16” or 1/32” increment when measuring, round down to the nearest 1/8”.
Can you get blinds trimmed at Lowes?
Lowe’s does not charge customers extra to cut the blinds according to the dimensions of their windows. So you only have to pay for the purchase of the blinds, and then you can get them trimmed to your preferred dimensions for free.
Does Home Depot cut blinds to size?
Our associates can cut your in-store bought blinds to the exact size needed, for free.
Can you cut blinds that are too long?
It’s simpler than it looks to shorten blinds. We’ll walk you through it. Horizontal blinds that are too long look bad, but also create a serious safety hazard for young children. Fortunately, shortening them is easy—all you need are scissors and a screwdriver.
How do I know what size blinds to buy?
Measure both the width of the window and the height of the window. Consider adding an extra 3 inches to the width and height for optimum light control and privacy. Extending the blinds outside the window will also provide the space needed for the mounts and help the window appear larger than it actually is.