How to Install and Shorten a Horizontal Blind

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This video will demonstrate how you can measure for, un-package, and install a typical horizontal blind purchased from a home improvement retailer, such as Lowes or Home Depot.
The shortening portion of this video is only suitable for cord-operated blinds, not cordless blinds.
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Things you will need for the repair:
• Scissors
• Flathead screwdriver
• Drill with a Phillips bit and a drill bit set
• Tape measure
• Needle nose pliers
• Lighter
Video ID: 401029
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[@aldobiglari4575]

Thank you so much and God Bless you.

[@Shire746]

Thanks for uploading such handy and useful video

[@roder51]

Very nice and smooth. Attaching my valance was hell.

[@saraali2656]

Hahah i found mine quite heavy but finally done nicely coz of this video😁

[@saraali2656]

Thank you so much for great video. I already bought a random blind and it was exactly similar to your video. Put it up nicely with your help😊 Thanks

[@gregorysteed9027]

Thank you very much.

[@shajahansamsu1092]

Thank you so much

[@maciejfassa4394]

I would also suggest a nice brand of blinds (they also have smart blinds) - Dako

[@gillianhadfield4195]

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[@Justchanneling889]

Omg you are very patient and thorough.

[@Thesaraniyachen]

Thank you so much.

[@jupitersiwa8891]

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[@natgreen5903]

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[@ronparker645]

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[@kennethlschneider2149]

T Thanks for the help

[@dorothyholt6799]

Great video! Thank you 😊 The project I'm facing now is really scary! I need to ask you for any advice you can give me on how to install a door (exterior.) I have no one to help me with this project, your guidance will be greatly appreciated! Thank you 😊

[@dorothyholt6799]

I'm working with a Juemel

[@fixmyblinds]

Hi Dorothy - You're installing a horizontal blind on a door? Is the door hollow? What material is it made out of? Depending on the material, you'll need to use some specific fasteners. If you'd like to email us at [e-mail] with some details, we're happy to help.

[@michelerussell7301]

Wow Dorothy..I'm 6 months behind on asking,but how did it go? I'm re- doing my camper,little at the time. I also am flying solo,and on an almost non existent budget. Wish me well,cause I've no idea how to do ANY of it,going in.🤔✌️❤️

[@Dicksquish]

Oh boy I can see in the first few minutes that I bought some cheap crap. Those brackets are so nice and simple to use compared to the Walmart stuff I got lol

[@noble6505]

Thank you so much for this video, now i dont have to order custom size 👍

[@patriciabalotta5787]

Quisiera información para colocar persiana de PVC marca Cotidiana

[@fixmyblinds]

Patricia, I'm not familiar with that brand name. If you'd like to email us a picture of the mounting brackets, I can give you specific instructions to install it. Our email is [e-mail].

[@amateurfisherman4431]

Can the same process be used on cordless lift and lower blinds.

[@fixmyblinds]

No, you can't use this process for shortening cordless blinds.

[@amateurfisherman4431]

FixMyBlinds okay thank you.

[@TheMaricamp]

Thanks simplicity itself

[@gloriapatri3531]

Can you show me how to trimmed down width from 180cm to 154cm? Because my window's width is 154cm but I can not get exactly size

[@fixmyblinds]

I'm sorry, but we don't have any videos showing how to cut down blinds.

[@youdagoob]

The part with the strings is clear as mud.

[@fixmyblinds]

What part has you stumped? We're happy to talk with you over the phone or exchange emails. Our customer care department can be reached at 719-597-0696 or [e-mail].

[@user-hn3dp3dc6u]

Could you explain how to tell the difference between ladder strings and lift strings? Thanks

[@fixmyblinds]

The ladder strings support the front and back of the individual slats. The lift string often goes through the middle of each slat. This diagram will help: www.fixmyblinds.com/identify-your-part/wood-faux-wood-venetian-blind-diagram.html

[@cherimackay7169]

Can you do this with blinds that have tapes rather than strings?

[@carolebirckhead2044]

How do you fix/replace cord that lifts blinds from bottom once the cord/string breaks?

[@fixmyblinds]

Hi Carole - When you want to raise or lower your blinds, do you pull on strings or do you just push/pull on the bottom rail? I need to know how your blind operates before I can let you know if it is repairable or not.

[@carolebirckhead2044]

@@fixmyblinds I use cord to pull up or let down

[@fixmyblinds]

Carole - This video will show how to restring a horizontal blind: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2qYg599gLKIpLc. Let me know if you have any questions.

[@rebirth_mishap]

what if you have no frame/wood box around you window?

[@fixmyblinds]

Are you trying to hang your blinds up? You can most likely mount them to the wall above the window. If we can answer any questions about that, please email us at [e-mail].

[@onellkarr8693]

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[@user-pm7rw6nj4m]

Typs of brackets

[@jenniferwallace4179]

How to put levelor cordless blind

[@fixmyblinds]

What can I help you with Jennifer?

[@shabazshekhapour746]

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[@MAGAMAN]

Better to just order blinds that fit. These look really similar to the Blindster blinds which are custom cut to your measurements at a fraction of the price.

[@deanmadnut2614]

How do you lower and raise the blind it ain't working on mine

[@fixmyblinds]

Hi Dean, To raise and lower the blind, do you pull on strings or do you push and pull the bottom rail? Once I know how the blind works, I can help troubleshoot the problem.

[@deanmadnut2614]

@@fixmyblinds hi its a string. in the instructions it says pull towards the left to raise or lower to what height you want then pull string to the right to lock it into position. For some reason this isn't working on mine

[@fixmyblinds]

Dean, That's strange that function isn't working. Did you recently replace the strings or re-thread the locking mechanism? If you'd like, please take a few pictures of your blinds and email them to me at [e-mail]. I'd love to help you get to the bottom of this problem. - Gretchen

[@deanmadnut2614]

@@fixmyblinds hi there I've figured it out now lol. I think the strings were jammed, I moved the slide backwards and forwards put the blind back up and it's working now lol. Thankyou for your replys not many people want to help lol.

[@fixmyblinds]

@@deanmadnut2614 Dean, that's great news! I'm glad you were able to figure that out and get the blind working.

[@3z3o0oz]

The problem is there is no cover for the base ,causing dust to enter and damage circulation

[@longislandcerealkiller6385]

I wish I had patience 😟🔪

[@rosemelie]

Lol same

[@Dragon-Slay3r]

That's the fox coming with the knife from the right as the left side is covered by the date palm stick which covers the molar and the fin

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[@pilarcarpio702]

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[@ginomoujik8488]

you show a vertical blind installation

[@fixmyblinds]

Hi Gino, If you are looking for a video about how to remove and replace a vertical blind, you can find it here. kzbin.info/www/bejne/f6ucfqtqm9F1grc

[@ginomoujik8488]

@@fixmyblinds why would I want that? You seem to confuse horizontal with vertical..

[@fixmyblinds]

Hi Gino - Horizontal blinds are made up of slats that lay horizontally. Even though they raise up and down, they are still called "horizonal" because of how the slats rest. It's the same thing for vertical blinds: they are called vertical because the slats hang up and down vertically. Do you need additional help hanging up your blinds? If so, please let me know! I'm happy to point you to the best video if you can let me know what kind of blinds you're working with.

[@gailcrowe727]

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