Fitting a roller blind outside of a window recess typically causes no issue in terms of lost space. However, in order to cover the entirety of the frame, the blind itself will need to be larger in size than that of its inside-recess counterpart.
Are blinds better inside or outside recess?
Why fit outside of the recess? The main advantages of hanging your blinds outside of the recess are that more light will enter the room when the blinds are open. You can block out more light when the blinds are closed. However, any items that you have placed on the windowsill won’t be visible when you close the blinds.
Where should blinds be placed in recess?
Inside the recess
This method of hanging blinds positions the blind right next to the window, within the recess. It should be noted that this method isn’t always available as, generally, a recess depth of 7.5cm is needed to ensure there is enough room for the blind.
Can day and night blinds be fitted outside recess?
Fitting Blinds Outside of Recesses
This internal space in a room is rarely used during the day, unless the sill of the window is put to some use. Therefore, hanging a blind outside of the recess usually causes no problem in terms of lost space.
Can you line a roller blind?
Things You’ll Need
Reducing glare in work spaces and on televisions improves visual quality and cuts down on eyestrain. For a small amount of money and an afternoon of your time, you can add a blackout liner to a roller shade and reap the benefits of a darkened room.
How do you connect two roller blinds together?
You can join more than two roller blinds together using the joining brackets. For example, if you have a window with three blinds, you could have a linked joining bracket between the first two blinds, controlled by a single chain control.
What is a light gap blocker?
Light blocking strips (or Light Blockers) are an adhesive vinyl strip that can be attached to your window frame and will obstruct those pesky gaps. These are typically used in tandem with blackout window treatments but can be used to simply reduce the light coming in from the sides.
Can you hang Roman shades outside window?
Roman Shades may be mounted inside or outside the window frame. When ordering your window blind of choice, make sure you specific the correct option that best fits your application. You will need at least 1 inch of window frame depth to mount roman shades although at least 3 inches will be needed for a flush mount.
