Just a quick video showing how I made these faux wood blinds less wide and…
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Introduction
Cutting blinds to fit the width of your window is a simple process that can easily be done at home. By following a few steps, you can ensure that your blinds fit perfectly and enhance the overall look of your room.
Step 1: Measure the Width
Start by measuring the width of your window. Use a measuring tape and make sure to measure from the inside of the window frame. Note down the measurement for further use.
Step 2: Remove Excess Slats
Most blinds come with extra slats that need to be removed to fit the window width. Carefully remove the bottom rail by unfastening any clips holding it in place. Remove the excess slats by gently pulling them out from the ladder strings.
Step 3: Trim the Headrail
Using a saw or a pair of heavy-duty scissors, trim the headrail to the desired width. Take caution not to cut any cords or ladder strings while trimming.
Step 4: Adjust the Bottom Rail
After trimming the headrail, reattach the bottom rail by sliding it back into place. Ensure that it fits snugly and securely before moving on to the next step.
Step 5: Reattach the Bottom Rail
Lastly, reattach the bottom rail by securing it back onto the clips. Ensure that it is centered and level before finishing.
Conclusion
Cutting blinds to fit the width of your window can help achieve a clean and polished look. With careful measurements and the proper tools, you can easily customize your blinds at home.
FAQs
1. Can I cut blinds with a regular scissors?
No, it is recommended to use a heavy-duty scissor or a saw to ensure a clean cut without damaging the blinds.
2. What should I do if I accidentally cut a ladder string?
If a ladder string is cut, you can repair it by knotting the cut ends back together or replacing the string altogether. It is important to take caution when cutting the blinds.
3. Is it possible to cut blinds to a smaller size than the original width?
Yes, blinds can be cut to a smaller width by following the steps mentioned. However, make sure to accurately measure and trim the blinds accordingly.
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You can cut it shorter than that too – just move the inside pcs and the metal bar will still work..if there is a will there is a way – If the made it, you can unmake it and remake it – the principle of Engineering to live by. AND you are not a good blinds cutter man –
❤❤ thankyou
Ty was very helpful and informative
these things are quite hard to cut buy the perfect size if you can …
Do you cut this so there would be ALMOST NO gaps on either side? I’d love to see finished blind hung!
You made it super easy
Wanted to cut blinds down myself seeing how bad the machines at the box stores leave the edges or how short and long some employees leave them.
No! This is a hack job. It’s ok to use a miter saw, but not like this! Use a sharp fine-tooth blade (40 tooth minimum – 60 is better), preferably new. Lay your blinds the saw, align your cut mark on the head piece with your blade, and then carefully align all the ends. Then clamp the blind to the fence so they can’t move. Then slowly lower the spinning blade. Again, go slow every step of the way. Your cutting a $100 blind – why hurry?
DANGER NOTE: If the top piece is made of aluminum it will send sparks flying at you while cutting please be careful and wear some kind of clear face shield if you have blinds with an aluminum piece.
Protip: If home Depot or Lowe's sells the blinds and they are new enough to fit in their templated chop saw, they will cut them free. Just tell them you got them there a while back and are moving them to a slightly smaller window or some such. They've done it for me a few times.
If you do this I would tape the edges so they will come out clean and zip tie or duct tape the whole so it's stable. Half what you need to cut and cut off evenly from both ends… If you suffer from the dreaded "CDO" as I do, not doing so will probably drive you nuts eventually.
Helpful. Passed by a hardware store with old stock corded Faux wood blinds by GSP Direct. It's just an inch too big unfortunately for me. On clearance for $20 (50% of $40). Really do not want to pass up that deal plus having a cord.
I've done many aluminum headers… buzzes right through. Just keep it even and remember to remove any of the parts stored in the header. Don't want to chop the tilt wand.
Broooooooo! You're a complete life saver- thanks 👍
Cut them blinds on evolution saw great job
I wonder if a miter saw would work as well.. 🤔
as long as u have one those saws
does the chopsaw cut threw a metal header
For anyone watching, just cut my faux wood (plastic slatted) Venetian style blinds with aluminium header with DeWalt chop saw. I was hesitant at first then watched this video. Went real slow on the cut and it came out smooth. Tiny bit of darkening of the plastic were I went too slow and it heated up. All said and done happy with the result. P.s. taping the blinds did help, if you're not certain I would spend the extra one minute to tape either side of where you're cutting
I wasn't looking forward to fitting my blinds, then I watched this.
Half an hour later I have 3 windows with new blinds. I didn't use a chopsaw, just a hacksaw and it worked wonderfully.
Yeah chop saw seems fine. I was worried it would break the slats into a real mess. Gunna buy my blinds now and get fitting 👍