Common Blind Width

Window length width and depth.

Common blind width.

Standard sizes for window blinds standard sizes. The slats can be tilted opened precisely horizontally for the most light or closed for privacy or to block. When selecting window blinds consider three measurements. There are also four standard blind widths.

Measure the overall area to be covered. Measure the width to the nearest 1 8 of an inch between the outer most points where the blinds will be placed. We offer 1 inch 2 inch and 2 1 2 inch slats in most blinds. Outside mount window treatments are mounted outside the window casing.

Measure the width from the outermost points of the window. The size of the blind slats you choose really depends on your desired look and application. If you don t have a sill just measure up to the point where you want the blinds to end. Leave about 1 inch on either side of the frame so that the blinds block out all of the light.

The 48 and 60 inch blinds will show up more often in short wide windows or in full wall windows. Record the narrowest width and longest height. Good to know for optimum light control the blinds should extend 1 1 2 inches beyond the window opening on each side. Consider adding an extra 3 inches to the width and height for optimum light control and privacy.

You re likely to see 24 and 36 inch widths paired with the smaller heights or with accent windows.