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Can outside mount Roman shades be installed slightly above the window trim so as to minimize the amount of windowpane (light) that is blocked by the shade?
Asked by Paula ·
Thank you so much for your interest! Yes, roman shades can be installed as outside mount above the window trim. Actually, above the window trim is the most common place to install outside mount blinds or shades. You just need to add enough to the window opening measurements width and height to give the coverage you want. We recommend a minimum of 3" added to both measurements to get the best light control. Be sure you have enough room for the shades because they will come at the exact width and height you order (for outside mount only, a width deduction is take on shades ordered as inside mount). You also need a minimum of 1 1/2" of flat space (top to bottom) to mount the brackets securely. Please call 888-256-8672, option 1 for sales to get more information.
Answered by Blindster ·
For a window that is 107" wide, would one roman shade work? Or would 2 or 3 need to be placed together to cover the large window? If you make a shade that wide, we worry it would bow in the middle. Thanks!
Asked by Dana ·
Thank you so much for your interest! You can use one roman shade for a window that is 107" wide. It would not sag in the center as long as you have a regular rectangular window. These shades screw right up into the top of the window opening to secure it against sagging. However, it might be trick to raise. A shade that wide might need to have the folds adjusted as it raises. Please call 888-256-8672, option 1 for sales to get more detailed advice.
Answered by Blindster ·
If I wanted standard cord Roman shades for 48 inch tall windows, how far down would the cords extend when the shades were completely drawn up?
Asked by Kim L ·
Thank you so much for your interest! Your cords would be approximately 36" when the shades are fully lowered. The cords will be approximately 56" when the shades are raised. You can adjust the cords when you get them as long as you do it when the shades are fully lowered.
Answered by Blindster ·
Would it be possible to install the roman shades on a door with something to secure the bottom to prevent the shade from moving when the door is opened?
Asked by Lauren ·
Thank you for your interest! Unfortunately, the fabric roman shades are not available with any kind of hold down system. The bamboo roman shades have the hold down option available.
Answered by Blindster ·
What is the minimum depth needed for these shades?
Asked by Megan B ·
Thank you so much for your interest! Minimum depth required is 1 1/4" for standard lift; 2" for continuous cord loop and 1 3/4" for cordless. However, with these depths part of the shade will extend outside the window. For a full flush mount (every part will be inside the window opening) you would need: 1 1/2" for standard lift; 2 1/4" for continuous loop up to 58" wide x 58" height; 3 1/4" for continuous cord loop over 58" wide x 58" height (both must be over 58"; 2" for cordless. All of this information is listed in the specification section for every product.
Answered by Blindster ·
I have a window in kitchen door. What is best to hang ?
Asked by Pat M ·
Thank you so much for your interest! The most popular blind for a door is 1" fauxwood or wood blinds. However, there are many window coverings that will work on doors. Please call 888-256-8672, option 1 for sales to get information on all the possibilities.
Answered by Blindster ·
I want to mount theses shades over french doors so I need to be sure stacked depth will not interfer with door opening. What will be the stacking depth of an 89 inch hobbled style shade?
Asked by Peggy ·
Thank you so much for your interest! The stacked height when the shade is fully raised of an 89 inch high shade would be 9" to 11" for a standard or continuous cord loop shade and 12" to 13" for a cordless shade. The depth (distance between the door and the front of the shade) of the headrail is 1 1/2" for standard lift, 3 1/4" for continuous cord loop and 2" for cordless.
Answered by Blindster ·
Headrails for outside mount shades with Top Down/Bottom Up I'm not sure what this means. I need to mount a roman shade using an outside mount and want to make sure that I am measuring correctly. I want a shade that will lift from the bottom of the window when the cord is pulled.
Asked by D. ·
Thank you so much for your interest! What you are describing is just a standard roman shade with no options. The Top Down/Bottom Up option is an add-on option (at an additional charge). TDBU offers 2 different lift systems: 1 pulls shade up from the bottom and the other lowers the shade from the top. The standard shades are ordered by measuring the area you want to cover with the shade (headrail will be the same width at the fabric). You need to allow room to mount the shades to the wall or ceiling. This shade will required 1 1/2" of flat space (top to bottom) for the installation instructions. The wider and taller you make the shade, the more you will minimize the residual light (around the edges). Please call one of our sales agents at 888-256-8672, option 1 for sales if you need more information.
Answered by Blindster ·
"Headrails for outside mount shades with Top Down/Bottom Up" I'm not sure what this means. I need to mount a roman shade using an outside mount and want to make sure that I am measuring correctly. I want a shade that will lift from the bottom of the window when the cord is pulled.
Asked by D. ·
Thank you so much for your interest! What you are describing is just a standard roman shade with no options. The Top Down/Bottom Up option is an add-on option (at an additional charge). TDBU offers 2 different lift systems: 1 pulls shade up from the bottom and the other lowers the shade from the top. The standard shades are ordered by measuring the area you want to cover with the shade (headrail will be the same width at the fabric). You need to allow room to mount the shades to the wall or ceiling. This shade will required 1 1/2" of flat space (top to bottom) for the installation instructions. The wider and taller you make the shade, the more you will minimize the residual light (around the edges). Please call one of our sales agents at 888-256-8672, option 1 for sales if you need more information.
Answered by Blindster ·
we have a 72" x 37" window in a large walk in shower, that might just get mist on it. are there any materials other than shutters that can be used in this location?
Asked by Garry ·
Thank you so much for your interest! Fauxwood blinds might work. The slats will not be affected by moisture. However, the mechanisms will deteriorate if they are exposed to mist. The blinds would not be covered by the warranty if they are exposed to moisture. Please call one of our sales agents at 888-256-8672, option 1 for sales to get more information.
Answered by Blindster ·