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My windows were supposed to be standard. Between the framing and the drywall they ended up being ½” wider than the standard measurements for blinds. That means that if I need to have the custom cut it at least doubles the price. Since the windows have a ½” frame around them I cut ¼” squares of scrap wood to fit the inside of each blind hanger and predrilled matching holes in them. That way, I can install the blinds to fit center in the window, the ½” frame allows for privacy and I am able to use the less expensive blinds. Now, once I put the drapes up you will never know that I had to shim them up.
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Janeybug | 5.00 (Excellent) | Vote: | December 2007
Re: Hanging Blinds
Ah yes, that's a great idea to paint them white. Guess since I am haning curtians I figured they wouldn't be seen anyway. Now it's going to bug me and I'll have to paint them white now
mdhaworth | 5.00 (Excellent) | Vote: | November 2007
Re: Hanging Blinds
I did the same thing for my roller shade. Roller shades can be custom cut but I gave the wrong measurement (oops) so it was too small and I had to shim it. Thanks for the tip.
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Didn't mean to give you more work to do!!!