2" Blinds Won't Tilt Open or Close? Here's a Fix.

[@SomethingAzn]

8 years and this video’s still helping people! Thank you, I thought my blinds were nailed in but look like they’re easy to take down

[@kathiemccollough511]

I realize this video is 4 years old, but thought you would like to know that in 2019, you just saved Thanksgiving dinner for 2 little old ladies! Thanks, Chris!!

[@ChrisMcDowellDIY]

So glad to hear it! Thanks for the kind comment!

[@patbenson2602]

Thank you SO much! Excellent instructions and video. My husband has Alzheimer's but wants to do all the things he used to do. Since I know how important it is for him to feel useful, I'm learning to undo what he has "fixed" when I can find some time alone.

[@ChrisMcDowellDIY]

I'm glad it was helpful!

[@etta5487]

this is so sweet aww

[@clocksun]

Right on the money! Mine had been stuck for 2 yrs. After watching this, fixed them in 5 mins.

[@ChrisMcDowellDIY]

Great. I'm glad i could be of help!

[@arunaibrahim1571]

Thank you soooooo much....I just fixed my blinds after waiting 4 months for my husband to fix it.

[@dawnnbehrensvega]

Aruna Ibrahim how do you get the top piece back on again?

[@colinleonard1890]

Your husband, no doubt, believed that he needed a round to-it in order to fix the blinds, and they are always on back order. :-)

[@joerotter2873]

@@ericahmed8831 He must be hitting it right ,cause I couldn't get away with that shit

[@MikeyG1212121]

Man....video is old....but timeless!!!! You made me look like a hero in the eyes of my wife!!!! Thanks so much!. Mine were a little different and a little different issue, but watching you so easily take that blind down gave me the courage to take a chance and ended up saving a few hundred bucks!

[@ChrisMcDowellDIY]

Good stuff!

[@muslimmedic]

Our blinds were broken for almost a year but then we found your video. It was an easy and cost free fix. Thanks so much! You saved the day!

[@dooha333]

Probably the most straightforward tutorial on youtube PERIOD

[@clintcollins5761]

We bought our house a year and a half ago. About a year ago this happened with several of the blinds in our house. I'm usually intimidated by even the smallest home projects but lately have felt motivated to go out and try to find instructions on how to fix things. I can't believe it's this easy and I've put it off this long. I just saw this video this morning at work and now I can't wait to get home and get to fixing! Thanks!

[@normalevin5182]

Saw your comment and just had to reply. With KZbin things that I never thought I could fix I have fixed at 70. Its wonderful.

[@jameskoteles1805]

WOW! I knew this was fixable, just didn't know how! Well shot, easy to see all the necessary parts! Now when I open and close the blinds, I will make sure both ends of the cord are taut and pull slowly, and I bet this will prevent it from happening again. Thanks, Chris!

[@ChrisMcDowellDIY]

Sure thing! Thanks for your comment and I'm glad it was helpful. I basically just tried to make the video I wished I would have been able to find before I started.

[@dustersinternational221]

Anymore tangles?

[@rafaelnadal1851]

Absolute legend! Managed to fix my blinds which were 'broken' for years, in just a few minutes. My problem was the rod running through all the components wasn't reaching the wheel, so as the wheel moved the other components and the blinds wouldn't. I'd never have even thought it was possible to open them up and fix it myself if it weren't for you!

[@ChrisMcDowellDIY]

Awesome! Thanks a lot!

[@Rene98x]

Fixed my apartments blinds in about 15 minutes with the help of this video. Mine must have never been touched because the metal piece was realllly hard to pull off. I ended up not forcing it, just using tweezers and feeding the thread through to get some room to fish the line back onto the roller. I even wiped out the dust it collected and they’re back to normal!! Thank you!!!

[@alysiaburns5094]

Thank you!!! Now I can watch the hummingbirds again, on my front porch, from my comfy recliner!

[@paulinecollins2145]

I cannot tell you how much I appreciate this. A 20 minute job saved me $125! Thank you!

[@foldalong]

You are a fantastic teacher. Thank you for your logical, step-by-step instructions with perfect photography, too! I repaired my blinds instantly.

[@karenpace9994]

Thank you very much for posting your video! I wasn’t able to take out the reel, so I used an eyeglass screwdriver to push back the cord that was on top of the reel, and it fell into place!! Thanks again!!!

[@JessBlake2]

Good visual, right amount of verbal instructions, good pace. Excellent video.

[@wpd-media]

Gon head and call yourself the "blinds hero" cuz you saved the day.

[@Netafied]

Why can't ALL instructional KZbin videos be this clear and concise? So tired of watching 24-minute videos on how to cook a 3-minute egg.

[@nissagideons9674]

Recently single after being w a General contractor most my life and learning to do things myself. Thank you. Fixed in 1 min flat.

[@kbkb3358]

My two young boys watched your video and fixed two of our blinds in our house. Great video

[@morgangiannini272]

We bought our house last March, we have these same blinds! They worked when we first moved in and then started getting stuck. I found this video and this was literally the exact problem we had and reason they were getting stuck! I was able to follow along to this video and fix it in minutes! THANK YOU!!! 🙌🏻

[@o.g.budnlean3873]

Great video. Blinds in my son's room where "broken." After watching your video. Took me about 5 minutes, blinds are back to work in perfectly. Thanks!

[@orverler]

Thanks to your video. I’ve managed to fix my blinds. Thanks mate

[@BernieSutliff]

Thank you, thank you, thank you! I have never taken blinds off my window before. After watching your video, I was able to do that, and fix the strings to now open and close. I used a thin screwdriver to place the string back on the wheel. 🎉🎉🎉

[@sharonrigby8681]

My husband fixed our blind in 30 seconds after following your advice. Thank you! You're the man ! he said :)

[@ChrisMcDowellDIY]

Haha, glad it worked for him!

[@djjobie]

Spot on! Even though I had a different type of blind, This works! You are a legend! Thank you!

[@queenhornet1021]

Thank you! I needed to replace the low profile tilt mechanism. Also, thanks for the tip to slide the blinds out of the bracket.

[@johnsteward2762]

Guy!!!! Your video was PERFECT!! Saved me from ripping these things off the wall.

[@dather1pinellas]

THAAANNNKKKK YOU!!!! I have been trying to fix my wood blinds for months and was almost resigned to just getting new blinds, but they were so expensive! I found this video and fixed both of my bedroom blinds that would not open and close correctly. I had to just put them up or down, that was my choice. But now I am so very happy that you took your time to post this video! Excellent!

[@sserubiri]

I've had the issue for almost 3 years. It turned out to be a game for my little boy starting at 18months and was successful at breaking them on 5 windows. A tried once a year ago to fix this issue and failed miserably. 🙂I gave up and was planning on replacing them all. For some reason, I didn't check on youtube and don't know why 🙂. This saved me, all fixed. Natural light is back...

[@sherrylandau6657]

GREAT instructions. I didn't think I could do it. I thought I'd break it. But your instructions were spot on and I was able to fix my blinds myself. I'm so happy! Thank you!!!!!!

[@andreaaraiza7972]

thank you so much! While the string wasn’t my problem, this video helped me locate and deconstruct and construct my blinds very easily!

[@paulavolio6860]

This 100% solved my problem! Thank you, this is exactly what was wrong with my blinds and your video was just what I needed to see to fix them!

[@manishbhardwaj7318]

Solution was perfect for the problem i was having with my blinds, thanks for the video. One comment, while fixing i accidentally moved the rod that connects the three twisters and one of them got misaligned when i put the rod back in, this caused the blinds to not actually turn even when the pulley was moving perfectly. Took some time to figure that out, posting the comment just in case some one else also did the same and was trying to fix it.

[@cheriedean6269]

My husband has Parkinson’s and can no longer do many things around the house. He usually fixes everything. But after watching this video I ( his wife) fixed my blinds in 5 minutes. Thanks so much for this video

[@Javier78654321]

Thanks man, my rod snapped near the wheel and luckily it was long enough to feed through it and still work on the other wheel. You gave me the insight/knowledge/confidence for this easy fix!

[@diivianomenescio6210]

Renting an expensive but falling-apart house that has crap blinds. Found your video after a year of putting up with it and voila, fixed without having to further trouble the owners! Thank you for your video!

[@McCarneyPT]

This video just keeps on giving. Perfect explanation and I fixed the blinds in my kids' room in 5 mins. Thank you!

[@normalevin5182]

Just fixed the blind in my bathroom following your advice. Thank you.

[@christopherbrown2300]

I have slightly different blind mechanisms, but the basics are the same. Those strings get caught up on everything on the inside! This video helped me cinch it. Thanks!

[@ChrisMcDowellDIY]

Glad it was helpful!

[@henryfernandez2533]

It worked thanks! Got the light back in our living room and you made it super easy, I seen other videos of people cutting strings and I was like: oh hell no lol

[@cheriedean6269]

My husband has Parkinson’s and can’t do many of the things around the house. He used to fix everything. After watching this video, I fixed my blinds in 5 minutes. Thank you so much for the video.

[@khushiimalik]

I thought I messed up so had. They were half stuck on one side and we had to leave them open all night. But because of this took us 5 minutes to fix it. Thanks!!

[@jagabish]

Thank you for helping me fix the blinds at home. Very useful video

[@bwb00u4]

I've been procrastinating on fixing the blinds but I will definitely try this weekend. Looks like an easy fix and my wife will think I just saved the world 🤠

[@TimSwast]

Worked great! When I had the blinds down, I also added a little sewing machine oil to some of the joints and it seems to turn a little smoother now.

[@ChrisMcDowellDIY]

Good idea! Thanks for the input!

[@Kindred192]

This was the first thing that came up on Google when I was looking for a way to fix my stuck blinds. THANK YOU FOR MAKING THIS

[@DavenThea]

Chris, I see that this was posted a few years ago, but it was just as relevant for me today. Thank you.

[@PamBarnhill]

Thanks so much! The wheel wouldn't come out of mine ,but I used a crochet hook to unwrap the cord and get it back on track. My husband was impressed with my repair skills.

[@ChrisMcDowellDIY]

Nice!

[@tiffanyf9619]

This was by far the easiest diy I have ever done. Also it took about the same time as the video. Wish I saw this a few years ago so we could have been using the blinds. Thank you for the video.

[@chantellejohanson1633]

Excellent video, it was quick and in depth. The visuals were clear and instructive. If you have a wand instead of cords, like me, just replace the entire mechanism.

[@ianbrittain4164]

Thank you so much, all of my blinds had begun sticking and I thought I would have to replace them all! Brilliant quick solution to a quite simple issue. Bless.

[@lizzybenson6485]

Thank you for this video! I'm so proud of myself for doing it alone lol

[@angeltradesfx]

Why can't all "fix it" videos be this clear! It's so simple, screw waiting for maintenance! I can start fixing a few of them myself tomorrow.

[@gmaik31]

You just help me big time!!! Two of my blinds got stuck and after I saw your video I fixed it. I feel so badass because I didn't have to wait for my husband to do it for me. 😊💪🏽 thank you!!!

[@ChrisMcDowellDIY]

Sweet! Good job.

[@gyro_9600]

Well done,sir. Your video helped me fix my curtains right before the realtor came to take photos. Thanks a bunch.

[@Footswalker1977]

I'm doing this TODAY!! I have a blind like this that's been driving me crazy for almost 4 years! Thank you.

[@newluhu]

Hi, suddenly the blind in my bedroom got stuck, i came across your video and voila, i fixed it 😊😊😊😊, tyvm, very useful video.

[@Godcreatedmj1]

I Succeeded from this video simple hands on instructions! Now I am the new handy woman in my neighborhood 😀

[@craig.bratcher]

Great video! I wish I would have watched it before I cut my strings. I didn't realize the wheel mechanism came out. LOL.

[@veelewellen]

Omg thanks! Lol I had that problem and thought they just broke, so glad I googled it and ran across your video! All fixed 😊

[@lisadearing5960]

It only took three of us and one argument but we got ours fixed! It’s been broken for 3 months! Thanks for the video…you saved me $50.00 for a new blind. 😁

[@naganagasundaram5100]

Thank you very much for the wonderful demonstation with an amazingly clear video..!!!...I just now fixed the stuck venetian blind.. Please do more for the things need fixing around the house....

[@tebsthemichaelz]

Great Dad. Great Man. Thank you! ❤

[@masonofcamelot7777]

Thank you this only took me 10 mins total to fix including untangling the cords from the previous tenant lol

[@AnnaAliciaTx]

Thanks for the video. Yours was the easiest to understand and shortest. No unnecessary "blah, blah, blah. blah, blah!" Thanks again.

[@ChrisMcDowellDIY]

+LadyBug06445 Thanks! That was my goal to be super quick and to the point. I hate listening to a bunch of talk when I'm trying to learn something.

[@AnnaAliciaTx]

+Chris McDowell Right?! Me too.

[@bensowell9988]

Saved me a bunch of money in apartment fees! You are a true hero of the American republic

[@AussieMaskedOwl]

Thank you so much for this. My problem was a little different, I discovered, but I wouldn't have even been able to get started without this video. As it is, my blinds are now fixed!

[@Camilaswto]

I’m a 13 year old girl trying to fix it thank you so much for making me realize what it was🫶🏽

[@beatrice1739]

I just fixed my Blind folosind your instructions. U just helped me to save 160 euro !! Thanks!!!

[@TjGabriel]

Yes my bro! Blinds now working again👍

[@PaulaAnn57]

Bravo dude! This is exactly the video I was looking for. Short and sweet and to the point. I didn't even have to fast forward to skip a bunch of boring talk!! You da bomb! Now I'm gonna go fix my blinds....yay!!!! Blessings to you!

[@ChrisMcDowellDIY]

Thanks! That was my intention when making it. I couldn't find a good video when I was trying to figure it out and they were all too long, so I thought it would be helpful to make my own. Glad it was helpful!

[@LizetAsPromised]

It's been years that mine stopped working but they're the smaller ones hopefully this work for them. Thank you so much. I always forget to Google search how to fix the blinds until today...:)

[@MarieTCarolan]

Thank you for this, I just fixed my daughters blind with this video, thanks a million

[@Bostonmbt]

Thank you for your DIY video. Really helped me I thought I'd have to replace the entire blind. You saved me a bunch of money. Thank you!

[@ChrisMcDowellDIY]

No problem! I‘m glad it was helpful for you!

[@ericaleal3553]

I never thought I’d be able to fix my own blinds. This helped me so much! THANK YOU!

[@martymccrimmon607]

Thank you so much for the video - I was able to fix my Bali blind that wouldn't open and close properly using your clear instructions.

[@mileswinslow7553]

Thanks, this was useful. I didn't have to take the spool off, and just got the string back in place. It reminded me of issues I've had with open face fighting reels...

[@20dollas]

Thank you thank you! Your video is still helping people after all these years!

[@natalayjones]

just fixed my son's blinds using this video. gotta love KZbin!

[@ChrisMcDowellDIY]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mylesbennett7025]

YOU ARE A LIFE SAVER BRO THANK YOU 😂 that little unclick at the beginning saved my apartment from feeling like the bottom of hell yo thank you

[@user-wp6hr2bp9l]

Excellent instruction video Chris! Exactly what's happening with mine. Thanks! WK in New Mexico

[@enriquebetancourt213]

Thank you for this!! I didn't think it was so easy to fix.

[@NurhakKaya]

I've just fixed my blinds after watching this video. Thank you.

[@coppercat75]

thanks so much! this gives me the courage to take it off myself and see what's going on....i hope my fix is as easy as yours was!!

[@tloadholt]

Thank you man! I've been wanting to fix my blinds for months. I woke saying, I'm fixing this today!

[@2094Ryan]

Thanks mate, just fixed mine after watching this

[@lenagibson9618]

As a newly divorced woman, it is empowering to figure out how to do these seemingly simple things (that "he" used to do) "myself". Only in this case YOU helped me do it. It is no small thing, to me. THANK YOU. :)

[@ChrisMcDowellDIY]

You are very welcome!

[@tamsynmartin1448]

awesome post...fixed my blinds like in 5 mins😃thank u

[@juut1974]

THANK YOU for making this video and sharing your knowledge! Easy fix once you know how.

[@chrise9877]

Thankyou for sharing...... I just watched your video and then successfully fixed my blind. Happy days :)

[@fitzy1073]

hey mate. thanks heaps. blinds been faulty for few years. came across your video and fixed it in few minutes. awesome.

[@leanwoerner3583]

Well done! Took my blinds down to paint, kitten played with the strings and after installing them-didn’t tilt! Your method worked for my Bali blinds. Yes, raise the blinds first as in is too cumbersome with them lowered.

[@mazzeymazz8925]

You are AWESOME....GREAT instructions made it sooo easy for me to fix... THANK YOU 🙏🤗😁

[@1989kvojtekova]

I have new blinders and they stucked. Panic! But your video solved my problem.Thank you!

[@onevoice54]

THANK YOU!!!!!!! So easy. And GREAT video. Easy to see and hear and understand!

[@ChrisMcDowellDIY]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@tonicasale7666]

Lifesaver! One of the most frustrating things about these blinds is when this happens, which is often, but now I know how to fix it :-)

[@michaelgoree7045]

Thx bruh. Ppl really don't realize how much the so called easy fixes can make a big difference.

[@ChrisMcDowellDIY]

No problem man!

[@amaliamireles5032]

Your guidance worked like a charm!! Thank you SO much! 😊

[@miekebazen747]

Thank you so much for your instructions.. you made it look so easy!! And it was.. the blind is fixed!

[@Ron.Nelson]

Chris, great video! Clearly showed just what I needed to see. Fixed my blinds in just a few minutes. Thanks!