How to Install Vertical Blinds

Preparation

1. Prepare Square Corner Valance

Insert ends of valance and return into valance corner slots.

2. Optional: Prepare Round Corner Valance

Insert valance corner into channels of valance and return; attach inserted material with double-sided tape (fabric only); attach corner edges.

Installation Instructions for VALANCES WITHOUT A DUST COVER

3. Mark Clip Locations

Center headrail in desired location. Measure in 4" from each end and mark for headrail and valance clip locations. Space additional marks evenly along the headrail. Mark clip locations at least 2" from window for vane clearance.

For flush mount valance: Mark 2¾" from the front.

For flush vane mount: Mark 1¾" from front.

4. Drill Holes into Ceiling or Window Frame

Drill holes marked for clip locations. Note: If mounting in drywall, locate a ceiling joist or use wall anchors following the wall anchors installation instructions.

5. Install Mounting Clips and Valance Brackets

Make sure all valance clips are fully extended.

6. Snap Valance into Place

Be sure you hear the valance snap into place.

Go to step 7 for blind installation

Installation Instructions for VALANCES WITH A DUST COVER

3. Mark Drill Hole Locations on Dust Cover Valance

Dust cover

Measure in 4" from each end of the valance, mark a drill hole for each headrail clip ⅝" from back edge of dust cover. Space additional marks equally along the valance.

4. Mark Position of Valance

Center valance in desired location and mark valance width. Mark valance depth at least 1¾" from the window for vane clearance.

For flush mount valance: Mark 3¼" from the front.

For flush vane mount: Mark 2¾" from front.

5. Drill Holes into Ceiling or Window Frame

Hold valance up. Center valance and align back edge of dust cover with depth marks. Drill holes for marked clip locations. Note: If mounting into drywall, locate a ceiling joist or use wall anchors following wall anchor installation instructions.

6. Install Valance and Mounting Clips

7. Mount Headrail into Brackets

8. Anchor Tension Pulley (Corded Blind Only)

9. Install Cord Guide

Unwrap control cord loop and determine a mounting location for the guide on the wall or window in line with the blind control.

With the guide 5" above the cord tension pulley or cord weight, mark the screw location.

Drill at the mark. Install a wall anchor, if required.

Compress the guide and install screw.

10. Use Chain or Baton to Turn Stems

11. Use Cord or Baton to Extend Carriages

12. Snap Vanes to Stems

Insert vanes into the stems to complete the installation.

Determine Left or Right Control Position

Determine whether you want the control mechanism on the left or right side of the blind before finalizing the installation.

Finished Look

You can find more detailed information on how to install vertical blinds, testing your new blinds, valance installation, and operating instructions at our vertical blind installation instructions PDF