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How To Install Venetian Blinds
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determine placement of blind, hold up to the window frame, either
an outside mount or an inside mount will be desired. Once it is
positioned properly, pencil a reference mark at each end of the
headrail. This placement determines where and how the mounting brackets
will be attached.
Right and left mounting brackets are usually supplied with each
blind. These brackets are used for all types of mounting. Bracket
doors must face inside the room. Depending on blind placement, it
may be necessary to use plugs or anchors before using screws. Center
support brackets may also be included to provide additional support
on wider blinds. Center support brackets should be spread evenly
along width of the blind. Be sure all brackets are level.
Mount brackets at reference points that are flush and level with
the window frame, and mark the screw holes with a pencil. Select
diagonal holes to assure a secure installation. If center support
brackets are used, place evenly along width of blind. Position each
bracket and mark holes with a pencil. Insert and tighten screws
through all brackets, making sure all brackets are straight and
level.
Most blinds will receive valances and are installed with valance
clips. Attach enclosed valance clips to the face of the headrail.
If your blind uses a wand assembly and it was not attached, the
wand should now be fastened to the tilt or shaft. Push plastic sleeve
up. Slip wand onto hook. Pull sleeve down over hook to secure wand.
Release all cords at this time. Place valance at desired position
on headrail. Put top part of valance in top part of valance clip
first, then lightly push down to snap into place.
If cords on your venetian blinds are not at a desired level they
can be shortened. Slide tassel up exposing the knot, untie knot,
pull cords to desired level, retie knot and slide tassel back down
over knot. Cut off excess cord if desired.
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