So you want to install mini blinds? Whether you’re replacing curtains, updating your look or replacing broken mini blinds, installing mini blinds does not have to be a chore. I have installed mini blinds in the windows of nearly every place I have lived. Though there are a few steps involved, you can install mini ...
That bare window needs something; mini-blinds are a practical option. They provide privacy as well as keep out the heat and/or cold. So, how do you go about installing them on your windows? Measure the Window First, you measure the window. This is the most important part, if you get it wrong, the blinds won’t ...
If your windows are a bit shorter or narrower than traditional sizes of mini blinds, you can adjust them for a custom look and fit. Here’s how. Shortening Mini Blinds There usually are a limited number of lengths available in mini blinds, so pick the closest size that is a little longer than you need. ...
Mini blinds are an often-forgotten item in regular cleaning. As such, they can get really filthy. I have always enjoyed mini blinds. Over the years I have found several degrees of cleaning to clean mini blinds. There are several ways to clean mini blinds depending on how dirty they are. Dust to Clean Mini Blinds ...
I have an eclectic decorating style and love curb shopping and thrift store finds. Put the two together and some pretty unique and cheap home decor happens. Lately, I’ve been thinking about redoing my bedroom, and looking for some trash-to-treasure ideas for an interesting headboard. These are my favorites. Tell me what you think. Old ...
Measuring windows for custom blinds is something that confuses many do-it-yourselfers. When I recently moved in to a new home, I knew one thing: I had to have custom blinds. When the company I hired to make my blinds came over, I learned how to measure windows for blinds the proper way. Knowing how to ...
So, you just moved into your new apartment, and you noticed something you didn’t see when you scoped out the pad: filthy, grubby, dirty mini blinds that the previous tenant (and apparently the landlord) didn’t seem to mind. Or perhaps you just haven’t kept up with your weekly wiping, and months of collected neglect are ...
Installing mini blinds is an easy process and does not require any special abilities beyond using a measuring tape and a screwdriver. There are a few key points to remember though when you are installing your blinds such as how to measure properly and where to place the brackets. My husband taught me how to ...