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Installing blinds on plastic windows yourself. How to attach blinds to plastic windows without drilling

Installing blinds on plastic windows yourself. How to attach blinds to plastic windows without drilling

Installing blinds solves many problems with window decoration. Curtains, drapes, tulles, no matter what fabric they are made from, require frequent washing, since dust and dirt accumulate on them. The thickness of the curtains determines how well they transmit or block light.

Blinds are much more convenient than curtains in many aspects.

Depending on the angle at which the lamellas are located, they completely open access to natural light into the room, partially block it, gently diffuse it, or completely isolate the room not only from light, but also from thermal radiation. They do not require special care, and installing blinds yourself is not difficult.

Varieties

Horizontal

The light-protective design with horizontal lamellas has become familiar, almost classic for window design.

Advantages:

  • Compactness. Installed directly on the window, leaving the window sill free. This saves space and allows you to place greenery on the window in favorable conditions;
  • Low weight of the structure;
  • Strength and rigidity of the lamellas, preventing deformation;
  • Fire safety;
  • Simple control mechanism;
  • Special coating or impregnation against dust, dirt, odors and grease;
  • Resistance to humidity and temperature changes;
  • Various materials for the manufacture of lamellas: wood, plastic, aluminum, less often fabric;
  • Easy installation;
  • Affordable price.

Some disadvantages are worth mentioning:

  • When mounted on a frame, the angle of inclination of window sashes when opening is limited;
  • The slats produce a characteristic knocking or ringing sound when the wind blows. To avoid this, you need to purchase lower fasteners, which are not included in the kit and quickly become unusable;
  • The structure is subject to repair if several slats are severely deformed, but it will cost the same as new blinds;
  • Not suitable for balconies and loggias with sliding windows.

Vertical

They are distinguished from horizontal ones by:

  • More aesthetic appearance. Horizontal blinds are more likely to be functional, while vertical blinds are decorative;
  • Possibility to cover a large area with one cornice. Horizontal blinds, as a rule, consist of narrow slats and are intended for minimalistic decor large windows. Vertical models have different widths and easily cover the area of ​​​​large windows, arches and doorways.
  • Variety of materials. They can be made of wood fibers, wood, aluminum, bamboo, plastic, woven and non-woven fabric, mirror, blackout, thread. The abundance of materials provides another advantage - variability of colors and textures;
  • Modern and original design windows that open up more design possibilities;
  • Simplicity of control mechanisms. Both mechanical and electrical are possible;
  • The ability to place photo printing on the “curtains” due to the larger surface and best characteristics material;
  • Practicality. Larger slats are easier to wipe when necessary, which does not arise often. If, in the event of severe contamination, for example, in a children's room, the slats still need to be subjected to hygienic procedures, this will not take much time - they can be washed by hand and in a washing machine;
  • Possibility of installation on non-standard windows(triangle, trapezoid, arch, bay window);
  • The structure is subject to repair. To replace this or that part, you do not need to call a specialist; it is simple enough to do it yourself. You can replace the slats one at a time without having to dismantle the entire structure.

Vertical blinds, as the name suggests, are a simple and convenient light-protection structure consisting of longitudinal vertical plates.

Rolled

Roller blinds and roller shutters are solid fabrics, often made of textiles, but other materials are also possible, which by type horizontal blinds curl up. The height can be adjusted by fixing the curtain with a weighting agent on the bottom strip of the canvas.

There are different types of roller shutters: with an open drum (for mounting directly on the window) and with a decorative cornice; “mini” for installation on each frame separately and “roll-cassette” for covering the entire window.

There is an opinion that roller blinds are the most budget-friendly and practical option window decoration, but this is not entirely true. Of course Roller shutters have their advantages: a variety of natural and synthetic fabrics, colors and patterns, ease of care (wet cleaning is allowed) and operation, the ability to fix the curtain at the desired height, special impregnations against dust, moisture, high temperatures and glare, compatibility with other types of curtains. It is convenient if you need to hide a room from the sun, or decorate a window with beautiful tulle so that from the street you cannot see what is happening inside.

But with so many advantages, they also have significant disadvantages.:

  • Budget price- it's a delusion. Yes, a medium-sized curtain itself made from a common material will be inexpensive, but it will look boring. In order for the window design to be complete, it is necessary to consider additional decor, and this increases the cost several times;
  • Roller blinds in the bedroom, office and rooms with high windows need electrical control. Electric drive designs are expensive, and some manufacturers also produce noise;
  • Impossible make a custom curtain from a specific textile. You can only choose specific products of a specific brand, since the range of fabrics for the production of roller blinds is very limited: translucent, textured, reflective, perforated, blackout and that’s all, perhaps;
  • Maximum width roller blinds – 280-300cm, that is, cover a large area with one curtain rod, for example, panoramic window or the balcony will not work;
  • They can There will be problems with installation not on the wall, but in the window opening, since the bobbin is wider in width than the curtain itself. On the sides window openings There will inevitably be gaps. Ceiling or wall mounting is preferable.

Pleated

This type of blinds is similar to both horizontal and roller blinds. The design consists of a control mechanism (chain or electric drive), weights, and pleated fabric that resembles accordion bellows.

The range of materials, colors and textures is very diverse.

Peculiarities:

  • They close from top to bottom, like classic canvases, from bottom to top, or from both sides at the same time. In this case, the degree of density of the “accordion” can be adjusted, thus closing either the upper, lower, or central part of the window;
  • Suitable for covering irregularly shaped windows;
  • Optimal solution for attic, attic, ceiling and inclined windows;
  • “Opening”, the canvas is compactly folded and hidden inside the cornice;
  • Convenient for installation on all types of windows;
  • Various ways fastenings and control mechanisms (manual and electric);
  • The woven fabric is washable;
  • The curtain fabric can be made of two types of fabric at the same time, which makes it possible to regulate the degree of transparency, darkness, and sun protection;
  • Easy installation can be done by yourself.

Types of pleated:

  • Classic. In appearance they are most similar to horizontal blinds, but they can also be vertical. Made from fabric, paper or plastic. Designed for room darkening, protection from heating by sunlight, zoning internal space premises.

  • Corrugated. This type is a vertical and horizontal double pleat. As a result, the folds look smoother, neater and denser. Corrugation made of plastic and paper in this design absorbs a significant part of the heat and protects from bright light.

  • Inclined. A type of pleated specifically for windows that are located at an angle in the attic or ceiling. Their peculiarity is in a specific assembly system, which does not allow the canvas of any material to sag when at an angle. Mostly inclined models are produced with electronic control.

  • Arched. The most flexible canvases that take any shape, like a paper fan. A good solution for rooms with non-standard form windows (arches, trapezoids, triangles, beveled windows).

  • "Day Night". The canvas of such blinds consists of two layers of fabric: light, permeable a large number of light fabric for daytime use and dense, dark fabric for protection from the bright sun during the day and prying eyes in the evening.

Cassette

Such systems involve either the use of horizontal slats or a solid fabric, but are not horizontal blinds or roller blinds. They differ in the types of cassettes (angular, round, flat), controls (various types of mechanical and remote), and the materials used (plastic, textiles, bamboo, aluminum).

Their main feature consists in a design, the special structure of which makes it possible to fix the blinds on minimum distance from window glass. This prevents deformation, sagging, wrinkles and unevenness, and completely opens the window sill.

Advantages:

  • Compactness. Cassette blinds take up a minimum of space, leaving owners the opportunity to use their imagination and organize additional window decoration or leave the window sill as a functional surface;
  • Simple and clear type of control;
  • Long service life. Special impregnation protects the canvas from dust, grease, dirt, moisture, abrasion;
  • Ease of hygiene procedures. Cassette systems do not require special care. It is enough to wipe their small surface area with a damp sponge and soapy water once every few months;
  • Variety of designs for interiors in any style;
  • The tight fit of the canvas to the surface of the glass protects equally well from heat and cold;
  • Possibility to install the system yourself;
  • A variety of materials - from light window decoration to total blackout protection;
  • Possibility to combine blinds with curtains, tulle, lambrequin.

Mounting methods

There are three types of fastening blinds: to the wall, to the ceiling, directly to the frame, and two ways - with and without drilling.

The universal basis of any fastening is the cornice, which different ways attaches to a wall, frame or ceiling.

With drilling

This is done using self-tapping screws, brackets on which the cornice and fishing line are installed. Additionally, you will need a pencil, ruler, drill, and screwdriver.

First you need to make markings in the places where the brackets will be located.

For reliability and accuracy, it is necessary to drill holes for the clamps in the marked places. Then, applying the brackets one by one to the PVC frame, use a screwdriver to secure them to the markings. Next, the cornice is installed and the entire structure is assembled.

No drilling

If you plan to replace the blinds or other window decoration options in the future, damage plastic windows Not recommended. The holes from the screws will remain in the frame forever and will significantly spoil the appearance of the windows. In this case, it is easier to turn to a method that does not require drilling.

In this case, the brackets are attached in two ways:

  • behind top part PVC profiles on opening doors (you can simply hang them like a hook);
  • on double-sided tape, which can be glued without fear of leaving marks.

Mounting blinds on the balcony requires a special approach. Plays an important role here balcony design. The type of glazing determines the possibility of choosing certain blinds and the method of their fastening. In general, almost all options are available for balconies. Particular attention should be paid to the type of blinds, since not all of them are universal for different types windows For example, horizontal blinds are not suitable for a balcony with sliding windows, as they can become deformed during use or from strong winds.

Measurements and markings

The final result depends on how correctly the measurements are taken.

Even expensive, beautiful models will not look good on the window if there are gaps in the opening or the edges of the slats constantly ride up against the wall.

It is important to pay attention to the following points:

  • For the most accurate indicators, a steel tape measure is used;
  • The obtained figures cannot be rounded; accuracy must be maintained to the nearest millimeter;
  • When ordering blinds, the width parameter is indicated first, length – second;
  • Not a single window opening has absolutely ideal geometric shapes, so measurements in height and width must be made at least at two points.

Horizontal

If you plan to attach blinds to the movable half of the window, you will need to measure the gap between the glazing beads and add 30 mm or more, which will prevent gaps from appearing in the structure. The height of the blinds is equal to the height of the window sash.

For installation inside a window opening, measurements are required at three points in height and width, since openings are not always absolutely proportional.

The width is identical to the wide side of the glass plus the thickness of the rubber seal. The length is identical to the height of the window (including elastic bands) and has a margin of 1cm. To install the cornice, you will need an additional 30-40 cm to the slopes and hinges. The control chain is 2/3 of the window height.

When choosing to fix the cornice on the wall, the width parameter increases by 10 cm, the height is measured from the point of attachment of the brackets to the floor at random.

Vertical

When installing in a window opening, you need to determine the width at the top of the arch and subtract 20 mm. To determine the height, compare the height of the left and right side arches, subtract 1cm from the smaller value.

For wall mounting, you need to add at least 10 cm to the wide side of the slope. The length of the slats can be any, but it is recommended to retreat 2 cm from the edge of the blinds to the floor.

Ceiling installation implies determining the height (to the floor or window sill) minus 2 cm, it is recommended to increase the width of the arch by 100+ mm.

Rolled

To install canvases to the wall, only one measurement is required - from the edge of the window sill to the markings for the brackets, and the width can be up to 300 cm.

In the window arch, roller blinds are installed after measuring the width, from which you need to subtract 4 centimeters, and the length of the curtain is equal to the height of the window minus 15 mm.

Pleated curtains similarly do not require a professional approach to taking measurements and installation.

Installation of vertical models

Vertical blinds are the most convenient way to decorate a window yourself. They are attached in three ways: to the ceiling, to the frame with drilling, to the frame without drilling.

In all cases, the fastener is a cornice with or without a decorative facade.

The brackets on which the structure is supported are fastened with self-tapping screws, hung or glued with double-sided tape. The special tape, despite its seeming impracticality, is fixed very firmly, so it is important to correctly apply the markings for installing the brackets. Once they are glued, moving them will be very problematic.

The procedure for installing vertical blinds:

  1. Preparing tools. You will need a stepladder, a set of self-tapping screws from the kit, a building level and drawing supplies, a drill, and a screwdriver.
  2. Applying pencil markings for installing brackets. To securely fix the fasteners, it is recommended to drill holes for self-tapping screws at the same stage.
  3. Attaching the brackets in a suitable way(with or without drilling).
  4. Installation of cornice.
  5. Installation of slats. To do this, you need to pull the control cord on which the fastenings for the slats are located so that they are in the desired position. Then fix all the slats on the hooks of the fasteners.

Installation of horizontal

For installation you will need a set of tools: drill, Phillips screwdriver, screwdriver, drawing supplies.

The instructions for installing horizontal blinds on windows contain a list of items that are carried out step by step:

  1. Draw a marking line for installing brackets. It must take into account the distance between the clamps and the control mechanism, between the brackets (from 60 cm) and to the extreme areas on the blinds (25 cm). For large blind widths and significant weight, it is recommended to use intermediate fasteners.
  2. Drill holes for installing dowels on the surface to which you plan to attach the brackets. It is possible to use blinds on plastic windows without drilling.
  3. Profile installation.
  4. Fixing the top rod of the blinds on the brackets. It is important to remember that the blinds at this stage are already assembled.

Working with horizontal models on inclined surfaces requires a little more effort and skill.

How to hang roller blinds?

Like other types, roller blinds or shutters are attached in several ways: they can be hung, glued, or attached to a frame.

First way– the simplest and most accessible for do-it-yourself installation is a fastening without drilling based on double-sided adhesive tape. Suitable for tilt-and-turn mechanisms on windows. Performed step by step:

  1. Degreasing the areas of the frame and fasteners that will be connected with adhesive tape.
  2. Marking the fastening of roller shutters.
  3. Installation of roller blinds. The chain mechanism can be installed on any convenient side.
  4. Assembly of brackets.
  5. Marking for fastening brackets. To do this, you need to install them on the assembled roller blind, install it on the window without fastening, mark with a pencil the places for the adhesive tape, and remove the curtain.
  6. Applying adhesive tape to the back surface of the brackets, mounting on a window.
  7. Installing the guide string against sagging. It is attached to the “ear” of the top bracket and the weighting of the curtain, and at the bottom it is fixed in the tensioner, which is installed on the frame.

The second method involves attaching to a stationary frame (not opening):

  • First of all you need to mount the roller blind, assemble the brackets and install them on the reel. Then this structure must be fixed on the window in order to mark for fastening.
  • Second step– fastening the brackets with adhesive tape in the upper part of the frame and the string tensioner in the lower part. It is not necessary to pre-attach them with tape, but it is advisable to eliminate problems with subsequent drilling of holes for screws. After installing the guide string, the curtain itself is mounted into the mechanisms.

How to secure cassette tapes?

You can install it yourself cassette blinds. Before installation, you must read the instructions, make sure everything is complete, and prepare everything necessary tools: screwdriver, drawing tools, screwdriver, drill, cotton pads or small piece of cloth, degreaser.

When everything you need has been collected, you can proceed to the first stage - degreasing the glazing beads. Then you need to remove the side covers of the box, lift it to the top of the frame, focusing on the guide protrusions, drill holes for fastenings, and secure with screws. You can use a screwdriver for this purpose, or you can perform the process manually using a Phillips screwdriver.

Once the box is installed, you need to secure the covers to the sides. After this, you can glue the guide strips to the degreased frame. The guides should be several centimeters below the corner of the bead.

Important nuances

Installation work window design requires certain skills and experience, but if you want to try it yourself, you need to take into account some of the nuances and features of this work.

Installation of blinds begins long before preparation work surface and a set of tools.

The first step of this process– an informed decision regarding the type and variety of blinds, material, color and texture, depending on the functionality of the room. So, it is more advisable to choose for the living room vertical blinds that allow light to pass through, for the bedroom there are automatic electric roller blinds made of blackout fabric, and for the kitchen, where cooking smells and food combustion products are constantly in the air - plastic blinds that do not absorb grease and dirt.

Second important point - this is the correct marking. A lot depends on it, including how easy the installation process will be. If all the architectural features of window openings are taken into account by specialists when ordering blinds from them, everything will go easily and smoothly without the help of professional installers.

It is also important to consider whether it will be possible to open the window after installation, how the light protection devices will work, and whether there is a risk of their deformation.

The installation of blinds must be carried out exactly with the markings and subsequent verification of the functionality of the structure. The most important point here is the choice between fastening - with or without drilling.

It is also necessary to provide for the type of control. For low windows great solution is one of the varieties of mechanical direction. Dormer and inclined windows, windows in suitable for the bedroom magnetic, automatic (electric) control with electric drive.

Just 10-20 years ago there was no choice of window coverings - only massive curtains and curtains were hung on the windows. Progress does not stand still, and in last years New types of window curtains are appearing. The most popular now are blinds. In apartments you can often see a combination of blinds + Roman blinds and blinds + curtain. This method of curtaining protects the home from the sun, street noise and can decorate the window. Increasingly, instead of heavy curtains and blinds, compact roller blinds and blinds are used in everyday life. They fit much better with metal-plastic window frames. They are used in both offices and residential premises.

Types of blinds

Designers bring to life a variety of solutions that have no analogues. There are the following types of blinds:

  • plastic;
  • wooden;
  • fabric.

Installing blinds on a plastic window is a job that requires preparation. The installation process will depend on the type and shape of this product. Note that blinds are classified according to their shape:

  1. Horizontal.
  2. Vertical.
  3. Rolled.

Horizontal ones are most suitable for living spaces. They do not take up space under the windows and can be mounted both inside and outside the sash. Can be combined with curtains different sizes and styles.

Vertical blinds look better in office premises. Their peculiarity is that they can be attached directly to the ceiling. They can visually increase the space and are suitable for rooms with low ceilings.

Roller blinds have a wide palette of colors and can decorate any room. Made from fabric, they are easiest to clean from dust and dirt. There are several ways to attach them.

In the CIS, you can most often find blinds made in China, Belarus and Russia in stores. Since the majority of the population has plastic windows, especially in cities, it is necessary to study information on how to install them correctly. Let's consider several options for how to attach them to windows with your own hands, so as not to damage the window structures.

Standard installation of blinds on plastic windows

Blinds can be attached in different ways. It can be:

  • installation by drilling;
  • using double-sided tape;
  • using magnets;
  • using brackets.

When purchasing, instructions are included on how to hang blinds on plastic windows yourself. Mostly advice is given on how to install them by drilling windows. In this case, the fastening is carried out to the window frame above the double-glazed window. You need to carefully study the instructions and carefully take measurements.

Installation of blinds is carried out in the following ways:

  • into the opening of a plastic window;
  • onlay;
  • for each half of the window separately.

Important! Before purchasing blinds for two window halves, make sure that the lifting mechanism is on the left and right sides. Otherwise, the cords from different halves will interfere with each other.

Installing blinds on windows using drilling is not suitable if you plan to change the type of curtain. After drilling, marks will remain on the window profile, and this will be noticeable. Blinds are attached with screws, and at the moment this is the most reliable type of fastening.

Let's take a closer look at how to hang horizontal blinds on windows. The process can be divided into the following stages:

  1. We retreat 5-6 cm on both sides and mark the location for attaching the blinds. At this stage, you need to measure the distance very accurately, since if there is an error of even a couple of millimeters, your blinds will hang askew and will soon fail.
  2. We make holes for the brackets with a screwdriver, paying attention to whether the window sash will open or not. If the window will open, then the hole is made in the upper part of the window sash; if it is blind, then on the outside.
  3. After inserting the blinds into the brackets, just snap them into place.
  4. On the side of the sash you need to make a hole for the latch.
  5. Check how the mechanism works and whether it is comfortable for you.

Vertical blinds are a little easier to install; the following procedures should be followed:

  1. We make markings for the brackets, retreating 10 cm from the edge of the cornice.
  2. We drill holes and insert dowels into them. After this we fix the brackets.
  3. We install the fasteners together with the slats on the cornice.
  4. We assemble the runners, fasten them into the canvas, and then attach weights to the bottom of the slats.
  5. You can check the operation of vertical blinds.

The brackets can be glued with double-sided tape if you do not want to spoil the window profile. If after drilling the window there are excess holes left, they can always be removed with acrylic sealant.

If you purchased roller blinds, you can use another installation method to install them.

Alternative types of installation

It is not necessary to drill into the window to attach the blind base. There are other options for attaching blinds to windows. To install roller blinds you will need the following tools:

  • Double-sided tape;
  • liquid Nails;
  • scissors;
  • ruler or level.

Roller blinds are a smooth canvas that can be rolled up, raised or lowered using a special mechanism. Roller blinds do an excellent job of protecting from scorching sun rays, while at the same time decorating the living space. Let's look at how to install roller blinds on plastic windows. This type of curtains is attached separately to each window sash. Roller blinds come in several types, and the mounting method for each type may vary.

The Mini roller system is a classic roller blind on a compact shaft. They can be easily installed on individual plastic window sashes. The fasteners are attached without drilling, and thanks to this the frame remains intact. To prevent the fabric from sagging, the lower metal rail should be fixed using special magnetic holders. The window sash can be opened in any way.

Roller cassette curtains are roller blinds that are assembled into a cornice that looks like a compact cassette. This type of curtain is suitable for flaps, plastic or aluminum. The most popular curtain options are the Rollite and Uni systems. Models of these designs include strips for double-sided tape. Using these strips, the guides are glued to the window sash.

Cassette blinds are controlled by a single chain, with the help of which the height of the curtain is adjusted. On window frame a special clamp is installed that keeps the chain from sagging when the window is ventilated.

Isotra and Isolite systems are also popular. A plastic window with this type of blinds can be used in any mode without fear of breaking the system. Fastening is carried out using glazing beads, in which small holes will need to be made. If such glazing beads become damaged, they can be easily and quickly replaced at any time.

Interestingly, the method of attaching blinds to the wall is still used. This type of installation does not harm the plastic window; you just need to take the correct measurements.

Marking before installation

In the question of how to hang blinds on plastic windows, one of the main points is the correct measurements of the window and the design of the blinds. You need to take measurements before going to the store. The main thing is to comply optimal distance along the edges of the markings, armed with a ruler and pencil. It’s even better to mark it on the window itself with a pencil using a level; in this case, you don’t need to rely on your personal feelings and measure by eye. The fasteners must be marked symmetrically on all sides. When installed inside a window opening, our design should not reach 3 cm. When installed on top of the window, it should protrude no more than 5 cm at the edges. The height should be 3-4 cm higher. It is necessary to ensure that the blinds do not extend beyond the boundaries of the glass.

It happens that the mounting plates do not fit tightly to the window profile. In this case, special pads are used, which, depending on the gap, are used in different quantities - from one to four pieces.

You need to measure the height and width of the window along the light opening to the edge sealing rubber bands. Then measure the depth of the bead from the glass to the outer surface of the profile. It is necessary to take into account the presence of window fittings so that they do not interfere with the operation of the blinds. If you take incorrect measurements, unnecessary sunlight will shine through the cracks in the blinds.

To attach horizontal blinds made of plastic, the Holis and Magnum system is used.

Before installing blinds, you need to prepare window openings. They must be smooth and clean. Ideally, they need to be degreased.

Remember, with the slightest error in measurements and installation of fasteners, there is a great risk of damaging both the windows and the structures themselves. Installing blinds with your own hands should be treated with greater care and attention, as this is a very painstaking job.

How to choose blinds

When choosing blinds for your apartment, you need to carefully select the material, color and texture in order to harmoniously fit this type of curtain into the living space. If you have a glazed balcony, then plastic or aluminum blinds will be the only right solution for balcony windows.

An important advantage of blinds is their compactness, heat and sound insulation. When using this type of curtain, your window sill is freed up. You can save a lot on energy consumption, as blinds protect your living space from excess sunlight and heat. In summer, the air conditioner will operate in a more economical mode. Now you can purchase structures not only from plastic and aluminum, but from bamboo and wood.

Vertical blinds are often treated with special dust-repellent solutions. This design can be rolled up and washed in a washing machine or by hand.

Enough interesting view for interior decoration for pleated curtains. Pleated blinds are made from pleated fabric and are attached directly to the window. These curtains are closed using a cord.

Wooden blinds have the most sophisticated and expensive look. Wooden plates do not rattle, have a natural structure, protect the room from light and do not heat up. They enhance the room and fit into any interior, suitable for both offices and bedrooms. They are made from Canadian linden and balsa wood varieties.

You can also choose multi-textured blinds - a combination of plastic and fabric. Vertical plastic blinds are made to be curly, because of this the entire room is filled with a variety of light reflections. They look like curtains made of airy fabrics.

A new product on the market is photo blinds. Any design can be applied to the white slats, and when the blinds are opened you can admire the beautiful picture.

Japanese curtains are a combination of several fabric panels made of fabric or plastic. They move along the cornice with different guides and can move and move apart.

You can always change the look of your windows by buying new blinds - and you have a new room without renovation. Carefully choose the color of the curtains, paying attention to the colors of the furniture in the room.

You can install vertical blinds yourself if you follow the step-by-step installation instructions. It is also important to know how to care for blinds and what types are intended for which windows.

Kinds

Vertical blinds are divided into the following types: classic, inclined, corrugated, arched, day-night and accordion. When installing vertical curtains, it is important to know which type is suitable for which window and interior:

  • Classic. Made from fabric, paper or plastic. Designed to darken the room, protect against heating by the sun's rays, and zone the interior space of the room.

  • Oblique. A type of pleated specifically for windows that are located at an angle in the attic or ceiling. Their feature is a specific assembly system, which does not allow the canvas made of any material to sag when at an angle. Mostly inclined models are produced with electronic control.

  • Corrugated. This type is a vertical and horizontal double pleat. As a result, the folds look smoother, neater and denser. A corrugated model made of plastic and paper in this design absorbs a significant part of the heat and protects the room from bright light.
  • Arched. Maximum flexible fabric sheets that take any shape, like a paper fan. A good solution for rooms with non-standard window shapes (arches, trapezoids, triangles, sloping windows).

  • "Day Night". The fabric of such blinds consists of two layers of fabric: light, light-transmitting fabric for daytime use, and thick, dark fabric for protection from the bright sun during the day and prying eyes in the evening.
  • Harmonic. The design consists of a control mechanism (chain or electric drive), weights, and pleated fabric that resembles accordion bellows. The range of materials, colors and textures is very diverse.

Peculiarities

This product has a number of distinctive features:

  • They can be closed from top to bottom (classic canvases), from bottom to top, or from both sides at the same time. In this case, the degree of density of the “accordion” can be adjusted: by closing either the upper, lower, or central part of the window.
  • Suitable for covering irregularly shaped windows.
  • The optimal solution for dormer, attic, ceiling and inclined windows.
  • When opened, the canvas is compactly folded and hidden inside the cornice.
  • Convenient for installation on all types of windows.
  • Various mounting methods and control mechanisms (manual and electric).
  • The woven fabric is washable.
  • The curtain fabric can be made of two types of fabric at the same time, which makes it possible to regulate the degree of transparency, darkness, and sun protection.
  • Easy installation can be done by yourself.

Advantages

The following are distinguished:

  • Compactness. Blinds occupy a minimum of space, allowing owners to show their imagination and organize additional window decoration or leave the window sill as a functional surface.
  • Simple and clear type of control.
  • Long service life. Special impregnation protects the canvas from dust, grease, dirt, moisture, and abrasion.
  • Ease of hygiene procedures. They do not require special care. It is enough to wipe their small surface area with a damp sponge and soapy water once every few months.
  • A variety of designs for interiors in any style.
  • The tight fit of the canvas to the surface of the glass protects equally well from heat and cold.
  • Possibility to install the system yourself.
  • A variety of materials: from light window decoration to total blackout protection.
  • Possibility to combine blinds with curtains, tulle, lambrequin.

Required Tools

To install vertical curtains, you don't need many tools. You will need: a stepladder, a set of screws from the kit, a building level and drawing supplies, a drill, a screwdriver.

The following will definitely come in handy: a bracket for the ceiling and for the groover, fasteners, corners, clamps, monofilament, stoppers and c-clips, rings for the rod, chain locks, replacement parts. Each instruction contains a detailed list of necessary components.

How to take a measurement

The final result depends on how correctly the measurements are taken. Even expensive, beautiful models will not look good on the window if there are gaps in the opening or the edges of the slats are constantly rubbing against the wall.

It is important to pay attention to the following points:

  • For the most accurate indicators, a steel tape measure is used.
  • The obtained figures cannot be rounded; accuracy must be maintained to the nearest millimeter.
  • When ordering blinds, the width parameter is indicated first, length – second.
  • Not a single window opening has absolutely ideal geometric shapes, so measurements in height and width must be made at least at two points.

When installing in a window opening, you need to determine the width at the top of the arch and subtract 20 mm. To determine the height, you should compare the height of the left and right sides of the arch, subtract 1 cm from the smaller value. For wall mounting, you need to add at least 10 cm to the wide side of the slope. The length of the slats can be any, but it is recommended to retreat 2 cm from the edge of the blinds to the floor. Ceiling installation involves determining the height (to the floor or window sill) minus 2 cm, it is recommended to increase the width of the arch by 100+ mm.

Mounting options for plastic windows

There are several mounting options: with and without screws.

With self-tapping screws:

  1. It is necessary to mark the places where they will be located.
  2. Then make holes and attach the brackets.
  3. Secure the blinds.
  4. Also make two holes on the bottom.
  5. Secure the ends of the blinds with plugs.

Without self-tapping screws. First of all, you need to mount the curtain, assemble the brackets and install them on the reel. Then this structure must be fixed on the window in order to mark for fastening. The second step is to attach the brackets with adhesive tape at the top of the frame and the string tensioner at the bottom. It is not necessary to pre-attach them with tape, but it is advisable to eliminate problems with subsequent drilling of holes for screws. After installing the guide string, the curtain itself is mounted into the mechanisms.

How to care

Due to the peculiarities of their composition, the materials from which blinds are made do not require special care. Once a month, such curtains can be dry cleaned, and once every few months - wet cleaned. A good addition will be treated with sprays against burnout, exposure to moisture and dust.

If necessary, you can wash such blinds using a gentle wash cycle or by hand.

How to properly attach to the ceiling

Vertical curtains They are attached in three ways: to the ceiling, to the frame with drilling, to the frame without drilling.

In all cases, the fastener is a cornice with or without a decorative facade. The brackets on which the structure is supported are fastened with self-tapping screws, hung or glued with double-sided tape. Special tape seems rather impractical, however, it is fixed very firmly, so it is important to correctly mark for installing the brackets. Once they are glued, moving them will be quite difficult.

The procedure for installing vertical blinds:

  • Preparing tools.
  • Applying pencil markings for installing brackets. To securely fix the fasteners, it is recommended to drill holes for self-tapping screws at the same stage.
  • Fastening the brackets in a suitable way (with or without drilling).
  • Installation of cornice.
  • Installation of slats. To do this, you need to pull the control cord, with the fastenings for the slats located on it, so that they are in the desired position.
  • Then fix all the slats on the hooks of the fasteners.

Wall mounting

Installation work on wall decoration requires certain skills and experience; it is necessary to take into account some nuances and features. Installation of blinds begins long before preparing the working surface and a set of tools:

  • The first step of this process is an informed decision regarding the type and variety of blinds, material, color and texture, depending on the functionality of the room.
  • The second important point is the correct marking. Much, if not everything, depends on it, including how easy the installation process will be. If all the architectural features of window openings are taken into account by specialists when ordering blinds from them, everything will go easily and smoothly without the help of professional installers.
  • It is also important to consider whether it will be possible to open the window after installation, how the light protection devices will work, and whether there is a risk of deformation for them.
  • Installation of blinds. Must be carried out exactly with markings and subsequent verification of the functionality of the structure. The most important point here is the choice between fastening with drilling and fastening without it.

How to hang on the balcony

To install, you must follow these steps:

  1. Degrease the areas of the balcony and fasteners that will be connected with adhesive tape.
  2. Install blinds.
  3. Assemble the brackets.
  4. Mark the mounting brackets. To do this, you need to attach the brackets to the assembled blinds, install them on the window without fastening, mark with a pencil the places for the adhesive tape, and remove the curtains.
  5. Install the string guide against sagging. Attach to the “ear” of the top bracket and weighting of the curtain, and fix at the bottom in the tensioner, which is installed on the frame.

Blinds have become very popular for decoration modern interiors. They are practical, compact, comfortable, functional, and reliably protect from unwanted light and prying eyes. Installing blinds on plastic windows is very simple; you can install them yourself in a matter of minutes, in some cases you don’t even need tools.

Types of blinds

For plastic windows, compact horizontal blinds and more comfortable vertical blinds are chosen with equal success. They differ in the way they open, so in horizontal ones the door moves up and down, in vertical ones it moves to the side.

Classic horizontal models are made from lamellas, but now roller blinds, pleated blinds and Roman blinds, which also belong to this category of products, are no less in demand. Mostly they are hung only on windows or partitions.

The video contains photos of beautiful horizontal blinds in the interior. Please note that the video clearly demonstrates how to combine blind systems with traditional curtains, and also assembles good examples how to choose light protection systems for different styles interior

Vertical blinds take up more space, but they allow you to completely cover the opening and even the entire wall. This type is the most rational for designing large areas of glazing, long corridors, and openings of complex architectural shapes, for example, curved or arched.

The video below contains beautiful photo examples various types blinds.

Where to install

Installation of horizontal blinds is mainly carried out on:

  • casement windows;
  • upper frame profile;
  • on the upper slope of the opening;
  • less often on the wall, if required design features opening or room design.

Installation of vertical blinds is impossible for technical reasons on the sash or window frame; they are usually mounted on:

  • upper wall;
  • ceiling;
  • horizontal slope of the window, if its width allows.

Installation Features

Compact and lightweight, horizontal blinds can be mounted without drilling. To do this, use special brackets made of metal or plastic, as well as double-sided tape.

All models that need to be installed on a slope, in a pier or on the ceiling are fixed on special brackets that are attached to the surface with screws or dowels.

Installation instructions without drilling

To install blinds without drilling with your own hands, you do not need any tools or even skills; it is important to correctly calculate the width of the canvas and attach it evenly to the surface.

For clamps

Installation on special brackets-clamps is perhaps the easiest way to hang blinds with your own hands, but this mounting option is only possible on an opening window sash:

  • assemble the cornice and canvas according to the manufacturer’s instructions;
  • put clamps on the cornice, check that they do not touch moving elements and do not interfere with the movement of cords and chains;
  • attach the cornice to the sash, mark with a simple pencil where to hang the brackets;
  • unfold the canvas, check whether it touches the protruding elements of the window; if necessary, the curtain must be adjusted to size: cut to width and shortened;
  • unclip the clamps from the cornice, open the sash and put on the brackets according to the marks, make sure that they are tight and level;
  • You can fasten the curtain rod and the canvas to it.

On tape

If you are looking for simple and at the same time reliable way, how to hang blinds on a plastic window with your own hands and not damage the profile, then the option of fastening with tape is the most optimal. Here it is important to glue the cornice correctly so that the canvas hangs straight down, without distortions, otherwise there will be unsightly overlaps and gaps on the sides and bottom, and in the end the blinds will quickly break.

Installation steps:

  • assemble the blinds according to the attached diagram;
  • try it on the window, if necessary, cut it on the side and along the length, taking into account that the minimum gap between the panel and the protruding elements of the window is 5-10 mm;
  • mark the extreme points of the cornice;
  • draw a line between them, ideally it should be strictly parallel to the window sill;
  • if the geometry of the opening is not ideal, make a plumb line from a rope and a weight, attach it to the marks, mark the side lines where the edges of the canvas will go, and straighten the line along which the cornice will be glued, it is better to have a slight distortion at the top and bottom than ugly gaps and overlaps on the sides;
  • wipe the place where the cornice is fixed with solvent or acetone;
  • remove protective film using double-sided tape, and glue the cornice strictly along the line;
  • check the operation of the canvas; if it catches somewhere, then it would be correct to remove the system, clean the installation site and re-glue it.

Sometimes the tape is not glued to the cornice, but the kit comes with special fasteners with a magnet or hooks. Installation of such a model occurs according to an identical scheme described above.

The video clearly demonstrates that even a child or a woman can glue blinds to tape.

How to hang blinds on brackets

Installation on brackets is advisable if you need to hang medium or heavy blinds, and also when we're talking about about ceiling and wall mounting. To fix the cornice on the ceiling, on the upper slope or on the profile of the window frame, standard latching brackets are suitable, which are usually included in the kit. To install blinds on a wall, as a rule, you need brackets with offsets, since the window sill or radiators protrude from below.

To work you will need:

  • drill;
  • roulette;
  • pencil;
  • level;
  • square;
  • a 2.5 mm drill if the brackets will be screwed to a metal-plastic or wooden profile, a 5-8 mm drill if you have to make holes in concrete and other loose surfaces and install dowels;
  • screwdriver or screwdriver.

Step-by-step instruction:

  • assemble the blinds; you don’t have to fasten the curtains at this stage;
  • depending on the installation location, attach the cornice to the ceiling or wall;
  • mark the edges and installation locations of the brackets, do not forget that they should not interfere with the moving elements of the cornice;
  • connect the marks with a line, the side brackets should be located equidistant from the center, it is recommended to install 3 support points on standard openings: 2 on the sides, 1 in the middle;
  • check with a level and a square how the line runs; it must be strictly parallel to the floor, the horizontal slope of the opening and the wall/ceiling interface.

Do not forget that when attaching blinds to a wall or ceiling, the canvas should overlap the side slopes of the opening by at least 10 mm, optimally 50-400 mm, depending on the design and width of the selected canvas.

Make a plumb line from a rope and a nail, attach it to the extreme marks and check whether the curtain will hang straight, straight down and whether there are gaps on the sides.

  • Drill holes according to the marks, if necessary, insert the plastic part of the dowel, it should be flush to the surface;
  • fasten the brackets with self-tapping screws;
  • fasten the blade and check its operation.

Watch the video from useful tips How to attach blinds to the profile of a plastic window without dowels.

Plastic and aluminum blinds protect the room well from the effects of bright sunlight, which is very important in rooms that are located on the sunny side: in offices and living rooms, where the glare of the sun can interfere with watching TV or working on a computer. It is also convenient that installing horizontal blinds on plastic windows with your own hands is simple and does not require special skills.

Installation Features

The standard kit usually includes brackets, all Consumables(bolts and dowels or tape), as well as instructions on how to install blocks of horizontal blinds on plastic windows. There is nothing complicated about it: first, brackets are mounted on the window, sashes or opening, and then a cornice is inserted into them.

There is no need to worry about how to properly install the lamella system on the cornice: the manufacturer has already done this for you. Therefore, the entire installation process comes down to just mounting the side brackets and takes a minimum of time.

Installation of horizontal blinds on plastic windows can be carried out with drilling, without drilling (using double-sided tape) and on drop-down brackets. The choice of method largely depends on where exactly you plan to secure them.

Where to fix the blinds


Before hanging the blinds, please note: manufacturers provide a guarantee for blocks with a width of 22 cm to 220 cm and a height of up to 250 cm. A smaller width does not make sense, and for a larger one it is recommended to use two independent block. Blinds for plastic windows large sizes They are also found on sale, but they are fixed without a guarantee for the functionality of the structure.

How to make dimensions

Before installing blinds correctly, you need to take measurements. All subsequent installation and performance of the block system will directly depend on how accurately they are carried out. Instructions for taking dimensions are different for each installation location:

  • Inside window openings (suitable for cases where the window is located in a recess in the wall). It is important here that the slats do not touch the slopes when lifting and lowering. Based on this, we select the width of the block so that it is 4-5 cm (2-2.5 cm on each side) narrower than the window opening. The height of the entire curtain should accordingly be set 2-2.5 cm shorter than the length of the opening. To ensure that each sash can open freely when the slats are raised, a space must be left between the top edge of the window and the blinds.
  • Outside window openings (also suitable for cases where window unit placed in a recess in the wall). This arrangement makes it possible to cover the entire area of ​​the opening with one wide curtain and, if necessary, darken the room more effectively. To do this, you need the width of the slats to be 5-5.5 cm on each side (10-11 cm in total) wider than the window opening, and the height of the entire curtain to be 10 cm lower than the window sill.
  • On window sashes (curtains open together with the sashes, suitable for the mini model). This method saves space as much as possible and leaves the window sill completely free. In this case, blinds should be attached to plastic windows so that they do not interfere with the rotation of the handles on the sashes and do not touch the window sill, but completely cover the glass. To do this, their width should be 1.5 cm on each side edge (only 3 cm) wider than the glass part of the window, and their height should be 1.5 cm greater than its length.
  • Outside the window opening (carried out when the window is located on the same plane with the wall). Since the handles on the shutters extend inside the room, in this case you will need a special bracket, which will make it possible to install fixed blinds at a short distance from the wall. In order for them to completely shade the room when closed, their width should be 20 cm wider than the window opening (10 cm on each side), and their length should be equal to or 10 cm greater than the height of the window.

How to markup

In order to prevent distortions during installation, before installing horizontal blinds on the wall above a plastic window with drilling, it is necessary to make markings. Do not forget to leave enough space above the window, otherwise, when assembled, the slats will interfere with the opening of the sashes.

We will need:

  1. Blind block.
  2. Bolts and dowels to match the bracket.
  3. Roulette.
  4. Level.
  5. Construction pencil.
  6. Drill.
  7. Hammer.
  8. Screwdriver.

Operating procedure:

  1. Using a level and ruler, mark each side.
  2. Put bottom part fasteners to the reference line, then mark the drilling points with a pencil.
  3. Mark the markings with crosses to better identify the drilling points.
  4. Drill where the dowels will go, keeping the tool perpendicular.
  5. Insert the dowels by hand and drive them in with a hammer.

How to hang

The hardest work is behind us. All that remains is to hang the horizontal blinds in place.

Procedure:

  1. We install universal brackets.
  2. By turning the latch counterclockwise, we secure the upper cornice to the bracket at a distance of 20 cm from the edge.
  3. Turn the latch clockwise until it stops.
  4. Insert the hook rotary mechanism, located on the upper cornice in the control handle (relevant for models with a cord and handle).

We check the functionality of the system: raise and lower the slats, rotate them under different angles When changing the lighting, check whether they interfere with the opening of the doors. If all these manipulations were successful for you without extra effort, the blinds are installed correctly.
In contrast to thick curtains, a lightweight slatted design made of colored plastic or painted different colors aluminum ensures good air circulation while guaranteeing uniform lighting. With its help, you can easily protect your home from direct sunlight, and if the color and texture of the slats are correctly chosen to match the design of the apartment, they will highlight its advantages.

How to install horizontal blinds with your own hands in the video:

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