HOW TO INSTALL BLINDS | HOME DEPOT FAUX WOOD

Home Depot 2 1/2 inch Blinds: homedepot.sjv....
Step by step of how to install 2 1/2 inch faux wood blinds from home depot. I'm a big fan of these blinds for the overall look, quality, and price with the link below of the exact blinds used on this project. This is a great way to spend a weekend and update the look of your home while doing a little DIY to save some cash MONEY!
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[@udayreddy46]

That lining up tip is EPIC. Thank you man!

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

You bet!

[@NateWithWho]

@@EverydayHomeRepairs Amazing how 3 sets fits perfectly on yours. Mine probably won't fit like that.. either too long or too short.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

@@NateWithWho This specific type of 2.5" faux wood blinds can be custom cut to fit your exact window size. Just remember to leave 1/4" - 1/2" between each blind.

[@NateWithWho]

@@EverydayHomeRepairs Ah I see, thanks so much for the tip. This would save so much money and looks great.

[@SuperHiiambob]

Insane video dude, this is just what i was looking for when I started googling how to update blinds. Thank you!@@EverydayHomeRepairs

[@CRFCreativelyYouGiftBask-bj9wt]

Thank you so much! I just installed my blinds, and you made it so simple, and I'm so proud of me I didn't think I could do it, because i can never get the nails in right, but I found a power drill that was left in my garage when I moved here 14 years ago how convenient, and it was good as new, Thank you for this video!!

[@sediqfaisal1315]

Super helpful I was able to install all of my house blinds in 30 minutes by watching this video

[@janicelent5062]

You’re awesome! The instructions that came with the blinds seemed so confusing. This was soo helpful. Thanks

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Happy to help 👍

[@allisonc194]

EXCELLENT!!! Thank you for this great, succinct, video!! Now to go install the four blinds we got!! 10:32, Okay, we installed one (of five) and something that I wish you’d put in your video is to put the brackets for the header on the blinds BEFORE you attach them to the brackets! When we re-watched your video, we saw that you had them on there, but it wasn’t explained or obvious. Now we have to take the blind down and put the clip on and then put the blind back on and hope it holds!! The instructions clearly state not to put the blinds on the bracket before screwing them to the window frame. Also, pre-drilling the screw holes is a good idea and a must for us.

[@fkclay]

Excellent assistance. I've hung many a blind, but with the new - to me - bracket system, I needed to do a little catch up. I always feel like something is wrong when there are left over parts, but you helped with that as well. Much thanks.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Happy to Help! Glad your project went smoothly 👍

[@cindyandrews3185]

This video gave me the confidence to install the exact same blinds! Was easy and all done in a day. Thanks so very much. And yes, nice eyes 😃

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Hey Cindy, happy to help and way to take the initiative.

[@electricalhelperjobwanted]

((( November 20, 2023 --Monday; 11:35 am ...... )))) IN A DAY ...... ??? You mean : " In hours " -- (( 2 hrs )) ..... ??

[@wyattspop]

Great video, the only thing I would add is when you're installing them inside the window frame on a single large blind (not 3 smaller as he's doing here), lining up the clamps you're installing must be very close to perfect, so measure, mark the holes, and measure again before you drill...unless you want some holes in your frame. If you do say a 5 or 6 ft wide blind that requires 3 clamps, if any of the 3 (especially the middle clamp) are not perfectly aligned, the blind will not snap in place and job failed. When doing small blinds like this gentleman installed, with only 2 clamps, it's more "forgiving". Thanks for this video

[@j.j.1064]

The problem for me was that in the UK; window recesses are built differently without wood fascia. The top is usual a steel or concrete lintel with a light plaster skim and the sides are usually brick with a plaster covering and skim. This makes this method difficult. The only solution in this situation is to attatch a wooden baton to the top and then use that as an anchor for the brackets.

[@TheRealAntolix]

Thanks so much for such clear instructions. This video is way better than the useless instructions included with the blinds, so thanks again.

[@zackiinu7194]

The tip on how to marry the valances is awesome. I’m doing it! Thanks!

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Hey Zacki, yeah I think it is a nice little final touch. Best of luck on the project!

[@johncorrigan7031]

Looks good. Next time order 2 with no valance and one with a special valance width 1/4 narrower than your opening and it will look even better and you won’t have to screw around with the clip to join them.

[@mchhazel]

Great Video! I was in the process of DYI installing one of these Blinds, then discovered that no instructions was included in the box. Thanks for the doing a great job explaining !

[@edwardchen9475]

This is super helpful. Thx for the video. I was quoted $5k+ by a design studio of a home builder to install blinds through out the house. Just ordered the blinds from HD and am about to take on this myself. Will be literally saving close to $4k.... assuming I do it all correctly. haha

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Hey Ed, that is about exactly what I saw and documented in this article on my website. everydayhomerepairs.com/how-much-can-you-expect-to-save-installing-your-own-blinds/ Installing your own blinds is on my Top 10 things for new homeowners to take on themselves to save money. I recommend getting some nice Spax screws which will make a big diffference securing each bracket. More info on the "why" for Spax screws in this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/pqvXiIqvZ6xqo6s

[@GScott-jc1lv]

Inside mount folks scip to 2:34 in.

[@jerryace1471]

I just purchased for one of my rooms and this video has helped a bunch and I am not so afraid to give it a try, if a success I will upgrade all windows.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Nice Jerri, best of luck!

[@tmarr1111]

Your video gave me life!!!! I've always been intimidated by installing blinds. I need blinds bad and I will now install some. Thanks! :)

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Great to hear! Let me know if you have any questions on your project and best of luck 👍

[@tmarr1111]

@@EverydayHomeRepairs will do.. thanks so much!

[@cliffcotton4859]

Thank You! Have a blessed day!

[@robertmotion]

another home-run for Home Depot.... they extend/re-track with ease and the setup was really simple. just purchased. paid $90 for a set (27"x44", graystone). took about two weeks to arrive for Home Depot pickup. will definitely purchase again. great DIY video. thanks... /Bklyn👑

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Thanks and I agree bang for the buck these blinds are my top choice.

[@lrussell6668]

Great! The cost is so much to have someone install. I am getting some installed in a few days and cant wait to see the final results.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Yes, the install is super expensive but from what I saw Home Depot had just about the most competitively priced install rates compared to professional blind companies. Hope everything turns out great 👍

[@stevereid9913]

Just bought these yesterday (May 2023) - Thanks for this video

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

You bet, best of luck with the installation!

[@BeniCor-tq6xq]

Thank you for your explanation you help my husband a lot

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Happy to help! Best of luck hanging your blinds.

[@heat1259]

Great video, you just made my project much easier

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Nice, best of luck!

[@georgetate6055]

Really wonderful video! You've given me confidence to get my window blinds installed! I've been putting off trying to install because of the "what if" voice in my head . . . "What if I don't know what goes with what," or "what if I misalign them." Thanks!

[@kelly4618]

Blinds are shockingly expensive. More than our top of the line washer and dryer and brand new refrigerator combined! Unbelievable! Thank you for this video. I'm going to try to do some windows myself to save a little money.

[@mountainviewvintage386]

For my whole house of 7 windows {3 very large) the total cost of all was $470 for all 2” white blinds in this brand (home decorator from Home Depot) and so easy to hang them ourselves! They make install so easy these days

[@RockyMountainSounds]

About to put up my Home Depot blinds so nice to see this vid for some tips. Great video.

[@dianebounds3022]

I put up the exact blinds but re-did it moving the bracket in 3/4 of an inch so my valances fit inside the window. I had to have some of them cut 1/8 to 1/4 of and inch to get them inside. Just an option that I wish was mentioned in the instructions.. Great Video. thanks

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Hey Diane, thanks for the feedback!

[@sherineg2580]

Dude, thanks very much for this vid!! I saw the ease with which you did this and ordered 3 of the exact type of blinds from home depot. Of course the first one was daunting, but I knew once i got it , the others were a breeze. Thanks again. This was my first attempt to ever install blinds. Saved so much money by not using task rabbit. It took a few mins once i got the gist of it. Ladies yes, you can do this. I did the inside mount, btw.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Awesome Sherine, way to take the initiative 👏. What’s next 😁?

[@sherineg2580]

Yale smart door lock 😀

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Nice 👍

[@vickrivera9625]

Thanks. Great video, I am confident now in stalling my blinds in my new home

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Nice, best of luck on your project!

[@arodude2591]

Thanks for the video, giving me the confidence to try this out myself

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

You got this 👊

[@IsiTovar06]

Thank you for the last tip it helped a lot. Especially when you have a picky audience 🙌🏾

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

We are here to help 💯

[@dclguy]

Awesome video, so clear and well explained.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Thanks!

[@Warren-fi3gh]

Have used your video to install 4 Home Depot blinds in my house. Thanx!

[@AdamDaley1]

Thanks for the video. I just bought a new home and ordered blinds on Amazon. But they were the kind where you had a left/right piece on the inside that butted up against the frame. I've had issues in the past with those where if I got a blind a bit too small, it would fall out. Naturally it's tough to get an exact size. SOOO I cancelled that order and ordered these from Home Depot, as I like the way they mount better. Less forgiving and easier to install.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Hey Adam, good choice. I think for the money these are about as good as you can get. These are the ones I put throughout our home as well. Best of luck on the project and let me know if you have any questions.

[@AdamDaley1]

@@EverydayHomeRepairs Thanks. I just like that They don't sit in a channel left/right and that I can install the bracket roughly a few inches from the inside of the window opening.

[@svddwd]

Thank you so much for this video. You save us so much money.

[@sebastianleoni6547]

I've been dreading installing this- the instructions included are a daunting mess and I'm not really good at home improvement. This gives me hope!

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

You got this!

[@rufeo2826]

I was staring at the instructions for about 5 minutes before I decided to look on youtube. Luckily this video is out there. It took me less than 10 minutes to do and they looks surprisingly professional.

[@motherof3pearls]

Love trick at end! :)

[@pamosorio7207]

Thank you so much! I got mine up super easy with your help.

[@neilferguson6257]

This was great. The exact brand of blinds I bought, and I installed three across a three pane run. Couldn't have found anything better! Now, can you do one on how to shorten these babies? 😀😀👍

[@rup54]

The valance tip at the end of the video is helpful

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

👊

[@cayetanotirado5907]

Wow! great job, dude !! You did it so easily. Thanks for sharing.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

My pleasure!

[@KurdishDrum]

Thank you for creating this clip! I was wondering how to order one large blind in three pieces with three panels? Two on each side are operable and one is fixed in the center.

[@psftv5946]

I'm planning to change my curtains into blinds, this information and tutorial you shared is very useful, thanks. Imagine that $4,000 you save, that;s a lot man, you can buy ice cream on that.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

A lot of money for 1 or 2 days of work. Best of luck on your project!

[@paulvernon7842]

Thank you The best instructions I have see for installing these blinds and great tip at the end.

[@garretcook8169]

FYI, Not sure about Home Depot, but the trick is to order a single custom, valance to cover the 3 windows. Looks WAY better. Also, the valance should not extend over the trim on an inside mount.

[@rachealhenderson3287]

Super easy instructions! Thanks so much! I got this

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Best of luck 👊

[@chloegruca4582]

Hi! Any knowledge on how to fix these blinds if they no longer will go up/down? Thanks in advance!

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Hmmmm, I don't think you can buy / install a new raise/lower mechanism in the head rail. For the price and effort it is probably just worth buying a new blind of the same size and installing.

[@sarahr7279]

How do you suggest measuring each window so you have a little space in between like you said? I have a large window with 2 small windows on each side. There is some moulding between the windows and now I'm unsure how to measure it.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Can you do 1 larger blind to cover the 2 middle windows?

[@sarahr7279]

@@EverydayHomeRepairsit's a 19 1/2" window then a 52 1/2 " window then 19 1/2" window. So it makes sense to get two smaller ones for each side and then the big one but I'm not sure how to measure it so it's not too close or too far apart either. Sorry :( . I appreciate your feedback if you have any .

[@luissantiago_official]

I noticed you didn’t use anchors. How are they holding up in the bracket? I had to use anchors on mine to keep them sturdy. I also had concrete to deal with.

[@sandratrow7893]

Great how to video from Manchester NH. My husband is off to home depot to buy another blind.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Great, best of luck with the project! 👍

[@Original_Gargoil]

Is there a way to adjust the tension? Seems like I need to pull down hard.

[@craigmacdonald458]

Any advice on drilling into pvc vs wood. Pilot holes needed.

[@tonyfb26]

Is the valence supposed to be flush with the wall?

[@sheriehardaway8911]

Any suggestions on how to keep the middle blind bottom rail secure so it doesn't swing or move until I'm ready to lift?

[@oceanlbi]

you make it look so easy

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

After you do a few blinds you get the hang of it and things go a lot faster.

[@PabloMartinez-oq1cy]

Very detailed! Excellent video. Thank you!

[@gurjeet09singh]

I really liked your way of working and your way of explaining. Thanks bro❤❤

[@kareenhaskin7314]

Thank you for the financial tip, As well as the installation which was absolutely perfect thank you!

[@danodominic1218]

I want to install blinds for my bedroom, at the moment I have a curtain up, but in the morning its letting in more light then I would like. i am hoping the blinds will block out more light then the curtains.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

These 2.5 inch faux wood blinds do a good job blocking the light especially if you are able to do an inside mount. Good luck on the project.

[@captainkangaroo5518]

Worked like a charm thanks!

[@rohanparikh8377]

What kind of blinds are they? I am seeing a various types. But I love this one

[@gma904]

That was a great tip to level that valance!

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Thanks!

[@tanner6446]

Super helpful, thank you! :)

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Hey Tanner, happy to help 👍

[@alexandranissan7848]

When you’re measuring for the brackets 2 1/2” do you align the brackets like right in the middle of that 2 1/2” mark?

[@sarahb3548]

This is sooooo what I needed!!!!

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

🙌

[@sarahb3548]

I had an issue with the length with one of them but had already put in the tilt wand. Anyway to remove the tilt wand to be able to use it on another set?

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

@@sarahb3548 you can remove the wand but it isn't easy to remove. When you install the wand for the first time you hear a "click" which is a small clear plastic tab that holds the wand into the main gear assembly that tilts the blind slats with the blind fully removed and the cover off the end of the headrail I have used a small allen wrench to pry the tab enough to pull the wand out with some considerable force. Best of luck!

[@jombr7015]

Nice video. For a better look, I recommend to get the flush inside the window, as the sides of valance are not really pretty…

[@DavidGutierrez-nt7ov]

Scott, Thank you for the great video presentation. I will be installing these same blinds today in my new home. 👍

[@jonogunn]

is it possible to do one wide one instead?

[@hartsfire416]

Great video! I couldn't figure out those mounting clips at all, but you cleared that up for me. Thanks

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Glad to help Charles.

[@sherriheadaccordion]

Charles Free I would have appreciated it if this had been done a little slower and showed exactly how the brackets need to go up.

[@nhyde567]

@@sherriheadaccordion You can adjust the speed by tapping the 3 dots on the upper right corner of the video. Towards the bottom of the options you should see a Playback Speed setting. Just a hint for future video viewing.

[@mterry5932]

Thanks! Needed to figure out how to do thus

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Best of luck on the project!

[@mterry5932]

Thanks, I couldn’t get the screw to go all the way in, now matter how hard I pushed! Vexing

[@mterry5932]

*no matter *

[@tf19701]

I installed mine, but they are uneven at the bottom?? I double checked the brackets and the blinds are inserted correctly? Any ideas?

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Yes, it is actually kind of hard to explain. It is an easy fix but a video would help. Can you join our Facebook group “ everyday home repairs community” and post the question? Then I will answer back with the video showing how. 👍

[@amandamorales3392]

Great video! I loved the tips. Super helpful!

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Thanks Amanda!

[@sacheen123]

Thanks for doing this video

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Happy to help!

[@kcclement772]

hey scott how do you shorten these blinds and can thay do it at home depo you rock bro

[@kenchang3456]

Thank you very much, this was really helpful.

[@Lhess957]

Do you have video how to shorten these blinds? TY

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

🤔 think I might need to make a sequel this weekend.

[@poppy7634]

I have a similar window set up. How many inches did you add to the horizontal measurement so that the blinds extends past the window?

[@meserettesfaye3049]

What a good explanation 👏 thank you.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Glad it was helpful!

[@chiensyang]

If there are metal plates behind the wood or drywall around the windows, how should I attach the brackets?

[@MSH3423]

How do you Measure this???? multiple blinds in one window? I have 71" wide window and want to put in two blinds

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

If you go to Home Depot and have them cut the blinds to size I would have them cut the blinds to 35" which would give 1/4" clearance on each side and then 1/2" clearance in the middle of the 2 blinds. If you find in stock blinds that might work remember if the box says 35" wide the blinds are actually only 34.5" wide because they build in the 1/4" clearance to each side. Best of luck!

[@cindykontorowicz5766]

I don't have a problem installing the blinds however the wand does not go into the hole. There seems to be a mechanism within the header that's blocking it from going in. It is a white plastic mechanism.

[@princessdavis5466]

Hi. How do I make the blinds go down some more. The last two are stuck and won't move? I have 72x72.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Hey Princess, do you have the same 2.5 inch faux wood blinds from Home Depot?

[@princessdavis5466]

@@EverydayHomeRepairs Hi. Yes the same ones. I just had someone put them up before I messaged you.

[@AQ40V]

Do these blind offer complete privacy at night? Can you see into the window when they're drawn and closed? Like shadows of people?

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

I think they do a good job with providing privacy. Since the 2.5 inch faux wood blinds are much thicker than standard 1 inch vinyl blinds you don’t see shadows of people walking around in the house from the outside.

[@RathyIspat]

Thank you very much, had some questions and your video provided the guidance

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Good luck on the project!

[@-ssch]

Hi- one of my blind brackets is not holding blinds properly… it’s happening for every window. Do you know what I might be doing wrong ? I’m measuring and doing the exact way you have explained. Thx 🙏

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Does the blind keep popping off when you try to clip it into place? I usually can solve this by mounting the blind to the back of the head rail and rotate into place while applying pressure towards the back of the bracket making sure it doesn't pop off as I rotate the head rail into place to get the front clip to secure into place.

[@-ssch]

@@EverydayHomeRepairs the rear bracket hook is holding well with no issues. But the one which holds the front of the blind is sitting loose on one side. When I lift the cordless blinds and pulling it down it’s popping off

[@felcas7]

My casement window is 103 1/2 x 47 1/2 . The two sides are 34 2/8 x 47 and the middle window is 35 1/8 x 47. Should I buy 2 blinds 34 x 47 and 1 blind 35 x 47 . Is this right ?. Thank you for your help. Felipe

[@brianwagner9518]

dude awesome video your the man

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Appreciate it Brian!

[@amrodbeans08]

So helpful!! Thank you!

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Happy to help Katy 🙌

[@amrodbeans08]

So it took me three hours but I put them up! 😂

[@jessical6944]

Awesome content! Thank you for your clear instructions!

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Glad it was helpful!

[@cibsim]

Installed the same. Can not pull them down once installed? What is the problem?

[@xomiamarieox]

I’ve had an issue with this blind where the metal part at the very bottom was lifting up one side at the bottom when I close up the blinds. If they’re open it’s fine. Any suggestions?

[@shaan1703]

Great Video, you saved lots of money. Can you also share link for drill bit I need to use for self installation .

[@cboy718]

Great Job .... very helpful 👍🏽

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

No Prob!

[@NagaFav]

very helpful video. Thanks for the tips.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Glad you got some value out of the video NagaFav.

[@peggyh4391]

I need to remove the blinds to paint inside the window frame. I can't seem to get them to "pop out". I sure could use a how-to video on "how to remove & reinstall" these faux wood blinds from Home Depot.

[@monkigrass]

If you have the side brackets, use an extender on your drill to go through the holes to reach the screw.

[@fjhumphries]

so how do you know how far back to set the mounting bracket? Thank you for the video my man. You got an awesome view!

[@fjhumphries]

I just listen to the rest of your video and you tell how to do that. You screw in the slot portion first and then line it up to header and then set the second screw. You saved me time by not having to read the instructions.

[@JCGomez-uq8sj]

Thanks for the tip at 8:42

[@carlosmartin429]

just to be clear, I have really no experience with home improvements, I'm interested in the same shades, but my windows have metal frame and go basically all the way to the ceiling (just like a inch or so of clearance)...so question is, this shades can be mounted in the ceiling?

[@QueenScorpion1023]

This is my problem as well and I'm not sure how to do it.

[@wandalewis2079]

You need to add how to install brackets in more details. I have the same blinds and the bracket is different from what I had years ago. I am now replacing some of my blinds There were no directions in the box which is why I sought out a video. Found on another video. Hope this feedback helps.

[@leothalion3983]

Thank you sooo much sir!!

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

You’re welcome Jose!