Inside mounts are the most popular choice. They offer a clean, finished look because the blinds or shades are recessed and contained inside the window casing. Inside-mounted window treatments are NOT the best choice for you if: Your window frame is not deep.
Should I Install My Blinds as Inside Mount or Outside Mount? As long as your window frame has enough depth to mount blinds inside the opening, we almost always recommend an inside mount.
They are best described as the depression space between the inside wall and the glass itself. Blinds can be hung within the recess or outside the recess (also called the “actual fit”), and both possess their own list of pros and cons that you will need to consider.
If you use blinds that can be tilted to filter light and leave them in the tilted position a lot, inside of the window recess is a good choice as it keeps them neat and out of the way without taking up any external space.
Inside mount blinds are often flush with the window's opening and do not cover up the trim. Outside mount window treatments can be mounted on the face of window trim or on the wall above the window. It does not mean the blind is installed outdoors. Looking for an exterior or outdoor shade?
Considering the dimensions of your windows and your needs, there are many custom sizes available. Depending on the depth of your windows, blinds can be mounted inside or outside. The brackets are mounted to the top of the opening, directly on the trim, or to the sides for an inside mount.
Thankfully there's no right or wrong way to turn your blinds. But one way may be more suitable than the other, depending on your needs. The choice really boils down to your lighting and privacy requirements at different times of the day and, of course, personal preference.
The distance from the edge of the window frame will depend on the size of your blinds. For smaller blinds, you may want to install them 1/2" to 1" from the edge of the window frame. For larger blinds, you may want to install them 2" to 3" from the edge of the window frame.
Since outside mounted blinds and shades hang outside the window box, you have more flexibility to place them as high or low as you want. Placing them higher can create the illusion that your window is larger and that ceiling is taller, making the whole room look and feel roomier.
Yes, for your blinds to work to greatest effect and to achieve the right visual finish, window blinds should rest on the windowsill. The only exception to this is vertical blinds which require a small amount of clearance to prevent the louvres from dragging on the windowsill when operated.
Depending on the product, the fabric width will be up to 1-3/8 inches narrower than the tip-to-tip measurement provided. For optimum light control, the blinds should overlap the window opening by at least 2 inches on each side for a total of 4 inches added to the entire width.
Inside mount indicates that the blinds are installed within the frame of your window, while outside mount blinds are installed outside of the window frame. Outside mount can be installed above the window frame or on the face of the window trim.
From outside they do offer privacy due to the fact that the light outside is much brighter than the light inside. As you can see from the picture the person in the room can not be seen. However you can notice the items on the sill due to their close proximity to the blind.
During the day when outside is brighter than inside or the indoor and outdoor light levels have a reasonable degree of parity, people outside won't be able to see through your blinds on any level, assuming the blinds are closed.
Additionally, those bacteria that were kept in the dark were also more closely related to respiratory diseases than those that stayed alive even with exposure to sunlight. So not only are you benefiting from the vitamin D that comes from the sun, but it could also be saving you from respiratory disease as well.
Integrated Blinds & Shades
Our accessible, integrated blinds and shades are tucked between panes of glass, where they are protected from dust and damage, but can still accessed if any issues arise.
Add an overlap of 3” on each side of the window (6” total) to allow for more privacy and light blockage. Please note: Factory Deductions: Inside mounted products have a light gap between 1/8” and 1/4” on either side of the window – this gap is required in order for the product to operate properly.
Solar shades are designed to allow you to see out, but other's not see in, providing daytime privacy. The exact opposite is true at night! When a light is on in the room, people outside will be able to see directly into your home.
When it comes to roller blinds, it is possible to see through them at night, if there is enough light. If you are looking for privacy, however, thicker roller blinds will offer more coverage. The same goes for blackout roller blinds; they will completely block out any light from coming in.
You can mount your blinds to the trim as long as it is flat and meets the minimum requirements for an outside mount. Mounting on the trim of the window is the easiest route because all you need to collect is the size of the trim dimensions.
Turned Up: Rounded Side Facing Out
Pros: More privacy: by turning the blinds up, you limit the amount of visibility space directed towards the room. People won't be able to see inside when passing by. Better light control: limiting visibility also means limiting lighting.