All of our Vertical Blinds can come with Chainless Bottom Weights or fully stitched bottom pockets, instead of the standard bottom chain. This removes the need for stabilising chains and gives a much cleaner more contemporary look to the blinds.
Most vertical blinds utilise the bottom chain that keeps all louvres attached together in the bottom to make them all move across the window. The chain can pose a threat to pets and even crawling toddlers as it gets tangled easily and can wrap around the neck.
The wand mechanism also allows the client to put the vertical blind in the exact position they want it in without having to pull chains and cords. The wand is thin and discreet and easily blends into the background, which is often a requirement with blind mechanisms.
Plastic chain which is used on vertical blinds, The bobble chain attaches to the bottom weights and ensures the smooth operation and uniform appearance of the blind.
The chain-operated vertical blind is perceived by many as the classic mechanism for a vertical blind, and for good reason. A metal chain provides a great level of control and is a reliable option that will last for many years.
Bottom Rail
The bottom most piece of a horizontal blind. These are usually colored to match the rest of the window covering and are weighted to make sure the blinds hang straight. If your blinds have hold down brackets, the brackets are attached to the bottom rail.
Many vertical blinds have a connecting chain running along the bottom of the slats to help keep them in sync. If this chain becomes worn or snagged, it can break. Sorting this out is as simple as getting a new chain and replacing the old one.
It's important to know what type of vertical blind you have before you start working. Designs vary by manufacturer, and some instructions won't work for certain types of blinds. The easiest way to figure out the type is to remove the shade from the brackets and examine the label on the back of the blind's headrail.
Vertical blinds are a beautiful, practical, and versatile style of blind that allow you to take full control over your privacy, light control and atmosphere in the room. Because they are practical and are offered in an expanding number of contemporary fabrics and materials, vertical blinds are still relevant today.
What causes your vertical blinds to break? Vertical blinds are sensitive to pressure. If you pull too hard on your blinds or open them too quickly, it will take a toll on the material between the hook and the hole at the top of the slat.
here's how to replace the chain on a different type of vertical blinds it's got two set screws that hold the end bracket on so just undo those screws with a Philips screwdriver pull these out pull out the end bracket. and then you can replace the chain this little sprocket here he wrap your chain around.
Outside Mount
Or, for maximum privacy and light control, go above and beyond the window frame. We recommend adding between 3” to 6” to your width measurement. Also add 2 ½” to your height measurement to allow enough room for the mounting brackets above the opening. Our suggested floor clearance is ½” to 1”.
Chainless Bottom Weights & Fully Stitched Bottom Pockets
This removes the need for stabilising chains and gives a much cleaner more contemporary look to the blinds. It also increases the life of the blinds due to accidental damage, as frequently they get caught up with pets, etc and get damaged.
While you can still order corded blinds or shades as custom window treatments, most retailers sell primarily cordless blinds. Voluntary standards, increased supply and industry requirements have resulted in more affordable cordless options for your windows. That means more products and more savings for your business.
Hold down brackets are used to secure the bottom rail of your blinds to the bottom of a door or a window to prevent them from moving around. They are usually only needed for blinds installed on doors and in RVs.
Most vertical blinds operate using a rod where you rotate or twist the rod to either open or close the blinds. If the window coverings don't close, you might be turning the rod in the wrong direction.
A type of vertical blind control that pulls the vanes from the back, allowing them to stack neatly. The backstacker feature helps avoid blind clumping, tangling and vane sway.
Both types are usually fastened to the vertical blind headrail using valance clips which are commonly made of plastic.
Cord cleats keep dangerous, dangling cords out of the way of playful children and pets. Cord cleats are easily attached to the wall on either side of the window. They're used to wrap the window covering's pull and/or tilt cords around them, keeping the cords tied neatly up and out of the reach of grabby little hands.
Cordless blinds are blinds that have been designed to be operated without the use of freehanging cords or chains. Cordless Blinds have been designed for 2 main reasons, firstly that minimalist look with no unsightly cords hanging in your windows and the second reason is Child Safety.
Outside-mounted blinds are installed to cover the window frame or attach to the wall. If the window frame is sufficiently deep to attach the mounting brackets inside the window frame, you can choose inside or outside mounting. If not, you'll have to use an outside mount.