How to install horizontal blinds on plastic windows?

Interior design often involves the choice of decor on the windows. Today, horizontal blinds are increasingly used for such purposes. Constructions of this type are distinguished by their ease of operation and long service life. Installation of blinds requires special skills, so not always a beginner can solve this problem. If you do not know how to install horizontal blinds on plastic windows, be sure to consult with a specialist.

Horizontal blinds are several thin plates that are interconnected by a thread. This allows you to manage their location in different planes. Similar designs are of several types, each of which is different material lamellas.

The most common modifications are blinds made of aluminum plates. This product has many advantages:

1. Metal perfectly withstands temperature extremes, and is also indestructible under the influence of ultraviolet radiation.
2. Lamels have small weight, but at the same time quite large margin of safety. They resist the downwings well.
3. Do not burn.
4. The material does not accumulate dust, grease and odors. Perfect for both modern office and home cooking.
5. The term of operation can reach 20-30 years (with proper care).
6. Relatively easy and quick installation.
7. Ease of care. To clean the surface, simply wipe the surface periodically with a damp sponge.
8. The design takes up little space, which allows you to install them in almost any interior.

Another popular type of horizontal blinds are wooden products. This product has the following advantages:

1. The material very well protects the room from the penetration of light.
2. The tree does not heat up.
3. Products are environmentally friendly. They do not accumulate dust, which allows them to be operated in a bedroom or nursery.
4. Unique design.Lamellae are made of various wood species. This allows you to choose the picture at its discretion.

Lamels today are also made from polymeric materials. Plastic blinds differ in such features:

1. The quality of light protection is the best among all considered models.
2. Cleaning plastic is pretty easy. In this case, you can use almost all household cleaners.
3. The material is well tolerated by moisture.
4. Service life is practically unlimited.
5. The design of plastic differs in small weight and dimensions.
6. Plastic tolerates heat. This allows you to install blinds even in pools and bathrooms.
7. Ease of operation.
8. Relatively low price.

Horizontal blinds are available in various sizes and modifications that can be adapted to the specific characteristics of the window. Such systems can be fixed in various places:

1. To the ceiling. This type of placement is possible only for solid reasons.
2. On the sash. Fixation takes place directly on the window frame itself. Often these options are found when using small blinds for each individual glass.
3. To the wall. One of the most popular installation methods. It is used for structures that completely cover the entire surface of the window.
4. In the window opening. Here installation can be carried out directly on the base of the frame or on the ceiling of the slopes.

Installation of horizontal blinds is technically possible without some experience. The procedure for marking mounts begins. For this purpose, the construction is applied to the place of the future location and the locations of the brackets are marked.It is important that the system is located strictly horizontally.

If the products were sold unassembled, then before performing the markup should be assembled blinds. All such operations should be performed only on the basis of the manufacturer’s instructions. This will avoid skewing and possible damage to the elements during operation.

Many manufacturers maximally simplified the installation of horizontal blinds. You can attach this design yourself using these fasteners:

• Double sided tape. Fastening can be carried out directly using adhesive tape, or using special brackets. The last option involves fixing fasteners with this tape. Please note that this installation option is possible only on the window sash itself. To obtain a reliable fixation, it is important to pre-degrease its surface. After that the marking is made.It is necessary that the canvas is located strictly parallel to the plumb line. If there is a bias, then this will lead to rapid wear of the control mechanism. When the whole system is aligned, you can fix the structure on the window.
• Clamps. This option can only be used for opening flaps. The installation process involves fixing the clamps directly on the eaves. To do this, they just need to wear. After that, the flap opens and these fasteners are hung on it. It is quite simple to do this, as it is necessary to press the mechanism a little, and it will snap into place.

A more versatile way to install blinds is to use special metal brackets. With their help, you can mount the product either on the wall or ceiling, or directly on the plastic casement window.

This operation consists of the following consecutive steps:

1. Initially, the location of the eaves is selected and markup is made.
2. The formation of holes. Please note that if you incorrectly mark the space for them, it will cause a skew. Since the extra holes in the wall - to anything, you should do everything carefully.
3. Mounting brackets. To do this, use special screws or anchors, which are often included.
4. Installing the eaves. This element is fixed on special latches. This operation does not require significant effort.
5. Installation of canvas.

The shutter mounting algorithm on the wall consists of several consecutive steps:

1. First of all, you need to decide whether all the components are in stock. If the louvers have a width greater than 2 m, then they must be supplemented by an intermediate fixture. This eliminates sagging of the eaves.
2. The next step is markup. For this, the blinds are located above the window in the right place. Then from the ends retreat by about 3 cm and mark the location of the brackets.
3. When all marks have been made, use a drill to drill holes for the dowels. It is important to choose the diameter of the hole in order to form a solid connection between the fastener and the wall.If the construction is wide, then it is necessary in a similar way to drill a hole in the middle for an additional dowel. Please note that for heavy aluminum or wooden blinds, the distance of the end screws must be at least 10 cm from the edge of the eaves.
4. When the brackets are screwed, they hang a cornice. It can be fixed in several ways. The most convenient is the mechanism for self-locking locks. More simple products need to be screwed to the frame with screws or screws.

The process of installing blinds in the opening itself can be described by such sequential actions:

1. Initially checked the technical equipment of the product. Pay attention to the size of the eaves. On this depends on the method of its attachment.
2. Blinds assembly. The process is carried out in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
3. Markup. For this, the cornice is installed on a plastic casement window. Sometimes installation is possible on the ceiling of the opening or on the wall that forms above the frame of the frame. It is important, when carrying out measurements, to check whether the louvers do not impede the movement of opening flaps. On the base also mark the place of attachment of the brackets.
4. After that, drill holes and attach fasteners. You should not drill deep, as you can make a through hole. If the fixation occurs directly on the plastic, you should use special screws.
5. The process is completed by hanging the eaves and linen. This process is similar to that described in the previous section.

The technical equipment of the blinds is quite simple and can last for a long time. At the same time, products of this type do not need any special care. Experts recommend periodically cleaning the dust from dust. Please note that this should be done with a damp cloth. If the elements are made of wood, do not use aggressive solutions.

If necessary, the cardinal blinds can be "washed". To do this, they are disconnected from the eaves and then washed with warm water and soap. Do not use boiling water, as it will affect the structure of the product.When the slats are washed, they need to be wiped dry and then hang the place.

Installing horizontal blinds is a relatively simple operation that requires a little care and accuracy. If you are not sure that you will cope with this yourself, it is better to entrust this task to specialists.

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