Cordless Mini Blinds Installation Instructions

If you’ve recently purchased Cordless Mini Blinds you’re in the right place. This step-by-step guide will walk you through the installation process, making it quick, simple, and stress-free. Below, you’ll find everything you need to install your fresh Cordless Mini Blinds.
Let’s get started!

Tools Needed to Install Cordless Mini Blinds

Installing Mini Blinds from Factory Direct Blinds should be a very quick and easy task that won't take you much time at all. You will need some everyday basic tools for a typical blind install:

• A Pencil
• A Tape Measure
• A Drill
• A Screwdriver
• Pliers
• Step Stool
• The Appropriate Fasteners
  *You may also need some alternative fasteners (not included) to properly install your shades if you are installing into an aluminum or concrete fixture. 

Determine the kind of mounting your blinds use

Did you order inside or outside mount blinds?
Depending on the ones you have, the instructions change.

Bracket Location and Installation

A mounting bracket should be positioned about 1” to 3” from each end of the head rail. For wider shades that require 3 or more brackets, these should be spaced evenly between the two outermost brackets. Always position the brackets such that there is no interference with the cords and/or mechanisms inside the head rail. The procedure outlined below will assure proper bracket placement.

For Inside Mounting: 
Clip the brackets onto the head rail as described above. Hold the shade in place and make a pencil mark at the rear of each bracket where it contacts the inside of the window frame. Remove the brackets from the head rail and align them with the marks. Attach each bracket using the 1 1/8” screws, pre-drill the screw holes using a 5/64” drill bit.

For Outside Mounting:
Clip the brackets onto the head rail as described above. Hold the shade level at the height desired and center it over the window opening. Mark the exact location of each bracket with a pencil. Remove the brackets from the head rail and position the top of each bracket at the marked location and screw each bracket into the wall or window molding using the 1 1/8” screws, pre-drill the screw holes using a 5/64” drill bit.

Securing the Head Rail

Lift the head rail into position such that the inner front edge of the head rail slides into the slot at the front of each bracket. Push the head rail upward until the flexible tab at the bottom of each bracket snaps onto the back of the head rail. Check carefully to assure that each bracket is properly secured.

Attach Handles

Attach the Handle to the bottom rail as illustrated.
And that's all, you've successfully installed your shades!

How to operate:
Always rotate the slats to the “open” horizontal position before raising or lowering. This assures smooth operation and increases the life of the blind.
To lower blind: Grip the Bottom-Rail/Handle and slowly pull straight down.
To raise blind: Put one hand under the Bottom Rail (palm facing up) and lift with a slow steady tempo until the desired height is reached.
To tilt the slats: Lower and raise the handle slowly. This is a learned technique, but takes only a few seconds to master.

Cleaning your blinds: 
Dusting: use a soft cloth, feather duster, cylindrical dust brushes specifically designed for blinds or vacuum using the soft brush attachment. Washing: use a cloth, sponge or soft brush and a mild detergent. Use warm or cold water, not hot water. Place toweling on the floor and/or window sill and wash the blind in sections. Smaller blinds can be washed in a sink or tub; blinds can also be gently hose washed outdoors. Rinse off suds thoroughly. Drain the head rail and bottom rail; remove end caps if necessary. Towel dry to avoid water marks. To have your blinds cleaned professionally, check the local telephone directory for a venetian blind cleaning service or laundry. 

If you still have some questions, take a look at our Cordless Cellular Shade installation PDF for more in-depth information.