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MADE TO MEASURE BLINDS BUYING GUIDE

MADE TO MEASURE BLINDS

HOW TO CHOOSE AND ORDER THE RIGHT MADE TO MEASURE BLIND FOR YOUOur Made to Measure blinds are custom made to your window measurements for the perfect fit.

We offer a selection of different blind types in a comprehensive range of fabrics, which includes plain colours, woven textures, sheers and prints.

Our blind types include roller, roman, vertical, venetian and Duplex.

The roller blind range offers options in a blackout finish which are ideal for bedrooms and a waterproof finish that is ideal for bathrooms and kitchens.

CHOOSING YOUR BLINDS IN 3 EASY STEPSMeasure and order your blinds by following our simple step by step guide. Once you have completed your order, you can expect to receive your blinds within 10 working days.

STEP 1Measure your window, track or pole using our easy to follow measuring guidelines or opt for our expert measuring service*. You can order your free samples by visiting www.next.co.uk or find your nearest Made To Measure Next Home store to review our ranges in person.

STEP 2 Choose your blind type and fabric and enter your desired specification into our online ordering system. We will create your blind and deliver it to you.

STEP 3Install your blind using the instructions provided or opt for our expert installation service and sit back whilst our specialists fit your blinds for you.

* A measuring and fitting service is available. Charges are applicable.

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ROLLER ROMAN

Roller blinds are fabric blinds that are rolled to open and close.

Roman blinds are made from fabric that hangs in neat folds when open, and sits

flat when fully extended.Various lining qualities are available.

WHAT KIND OF BLIND?VERTICAL

Vertical blinds have louvres of fabric that can be open, closed

and tilted to control light and privacy.

SELECTING THE RIGHT BLIND

WHICH BLIND SHOULD I CHOOSE?Window blinds have many versatile applications across various room types e.g. kitchen (roller blinds), bedroom (blackout roman or roller blinds), patio doors (vertical blinds) and bathrooms (waterproof roller blinds or faux wood blinds).

Layering windows with two or more products can be an excellent way to achieve privacy whilst allowing natural light to pass into the room.

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ROLLER BLIND - SPECIFICATION

SIZE RESTRICTIONS

• Manual Blinds: Min Width = 450mm;

Max Width= 2000mm.

• Manual Blinds: Min Drop=300mm; Max Drop = 4000mm.

• Depending on the fabric design, some fabrics are restricted to a maximum width or drop.

• The fabric will be 35mm narrower than the rail/tube to accommodate the control chain.

AVAILABLE SYSTEMS

• For great value for money choose the Classic

System. The brackets are visible and come in a white metal finish.

• For ultimate luxury, finish the top of the blind with a cassette. The sleek metal box hides all the operating mechanisms out of sight. The front of the cassette is covered with the same fabric as the blind. White or black end caps will be used for the cassette. We will coordinate the best option, depending on your fabric choice.

OPTIONS• Fabric : Plain colours, plain blackout, woven

textures, jacquards, sheers, waterproof, light filtering and printed designs.

• Bottom Bar: This is to give weight and stability to the fabric and comes wrapped in the same fabric as the blind for a coordinated finish.

• Control: The chain allows you to operate the blind up and down and can be positioned on the left or right side. Colour options are white (default) or black plastic, with an option to upgrade to a metal chain in nickel or brass at a surcharge.

• Spring Control: With no chains, spring operated roller blinds are the perfect choice for children’s’ bedrooms. A hidden spring inside the header helps the blind raise up and down smoothly. A decorative pull cord is needed, this is positioned on the bottom of the blind. 6 options available. Blinds Child Safety Awareness: Keep

all cords and chains out of the reach of children using the safety hook, which has been provided for you. Loose cords or chains should never be tied together.

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ROMAN BLIND - SPECIFICATION

SIZE RESTRICTIONS

• Manual Blinds: Min Width= 300mm;

Max Width = 2400m.

• Manual Blinds: Min Drop= 300mm; Max Drop= 4000mm.

• Most blinds over 1300mm will come with two joins down either side of the blind. We will always pattern match these joins.

AVAILABLE SYSTEMS

• For great value for money choose the Classic

System. The fabric is attached with Velcro to a white, metal head rail.

• For ultimate luxury, finish the top of your blind with a cassette. The sleek metal box hides all the operating mechanisms out of sight. The front of the cassette is covered with the same fabric as the blind. White or black end caps can be used for the cassette and we will coordinate the best option depending on your fabric choice.

OPTIONS• Fabric: Plains, textures, jacquards, sheers,

printed designs.

• Style: Waterfall (when the blind is pulled up, the pleats create a waterfall effect) or stacked (the pleats sit directly behind each other for a full view out of the window).

• Bottom Bar: To give the fabric stability, there is a steel bar inserted into a pocket between lining and face fabric.

• Lining: All roman blinds are lined, house twill ivory is the default option. You can upgrade your lining choice to a luxury satin in white or ivory, a blackout in white or ivory, bonded or bonded blackout. Bonded lining adds thickness and helps with insulation.

• Control: The chain allows you to operate the blind up and down and can be positioned on the left or right side. Colour options are white (default) or black plastic, there is also an option to upgrade to a metal chain in nickel or brass at a surcharge.

Blinds Child Safety Awareness: Keep all cords and chains out of the reach of children using the safety hook, which has been provided for you. Loose cords or chains should never be tied together.

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VERTICAL BLIND - SPECIFICATION

SIZE RESTRICTIONS

• Manual Blinds: Min Width = 300mm;

Max Width = 2400mm.

• Manual Blinds: Min Drop = 300mm; Max Drop = 5000mm.

AVAILABLE SYSTEMS

• The classic head rail is a white metal rail for

a no-fuss, value for money option.

• For ultimate luxury, finish the top of your blind with a cassette. The sleek metal box hides all the operating mechanisms out of sight. The front of the cassette is covered with the same fabric as the blind. We will coordinate the end brackets on the cassette to best suit your fabric choice.

OPTIONS• Fabric: The louvres are 89mm wide.

• Louvre Stack: When the blind is fully open, the fabric louvres can hang to the left or right or be split to hang equally either side.

• Bottom Weights: Weights are needed to keep each louvre stable. Our standard option is to position a weight in an open pocket and fix white chain to each side. For a premium finish we offer a sewn in bottom weight which has no chains.

• Control: Operated by a wand or chain positioned on either the left or right. The wand control tilts and draws the louvres. Both wands and chains are available in white or black options. Additionally you can purchase control chains in nickel or brass finishes at a surcharge.

• Brackets: Top Fix (to fit inside the recess of a window) or Face Fix (good for fitting over a patio door onto a wall).

Blinds Child Safety Awareness: Keep all cords and chains out of the reach of children using the safety hook, which has been provided for you. Loose cords or chains should never be tied together.

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MEASURING YOUR BLINDS

MEASURING GUIDELINESTools Required:Metal Measuring Tape, Pen & Paper

How to Measure:1. Only use a metal measuring tape and record your measurements in mm.

2. Measurements must be exact for an accurate result. We will make the necessary allowances to ensure a correct fit.

3. Decide on how you want the blind fitted – ‘Inside Recess’ is within the window frame or ‘Outside Recess – Exact Size’ is to your desired point on the wall outside of the window frame.

4. Always measure the width first (across the window) and then the drop (top to bottom).

5. Record your measurements in the same order.

6. Look for any obstructions such as handles. You will need to take their position into account to ensure a perfect fit.

7. Finally, re-check your width and drop measurements to ensure accuracy.

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Inside Recess (Recess)Measure at the 6 positions shown (3 horizontal, 3 vertical) and record the smallest dimension as the ‘Recess Size’. (e.g. in PIC 1 your width measurement will be 918mm and your drop measurement is 993mm).

Outside Recess (Exact Size)Measure at the 6 positions shown (3 horizontal, 3 vertical) and record the largest dimensions for each side. (e.g. in PIC 2 your width measurement will be 925mm and your drop measurement is 999mm).For best results, add an overlap of 100mm to each dimension and record your measurements as Exact Size. This will result in an overlap of the window recess.

Roller Blinds Measuring a recess on roller blinds is slightly different. We require the largest width dimension (PIC2) and the smallest drop dimension (PIC2).

PIC 11 = 920mm

2 = 925mm

3 = 918mm

1 = 994mm

2 =993mm

3 = 999mm

PIC 2

Inside Recess

Outside Recess

3 = 918mm

2 = 925mm

1 = 920mm

1 = 994mm

2 = 993mm

3 = 999mm

100mmoverlap

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MEASURING YOUR BLINDS

SQUARE BAY WINDOWSTo create a perfect fit please follow the step by step guides.

Please note: If you need more support with measuring your windows, we recommend that you book a measuring appointment online at www.next.co.uk. Charges are applicable..

Step 2. Measure the central window (measurement A) from left to right and deduct the head rail depth twice from this measurement. E.g. for roller classic, deduct 110mm from this measurement.

Step 3. Measure sides (B and C) into the back corners of the bay. This will be the width of the rail.

Step 4. Deduct the head rail depth off measurement B and C. E.g. for roller classic, deduct 55mm from each measurement.

Step 5. Order all three blinds as an exact measurement.

Step 6. For the drop, measure from where you want the top of the blind to be, to where you want it to finish.

Note: If window handles protrude, take the measurement of the projection and add to each measurement A, B and C (if applicable).

Tip: For both the width and drop measurements, measure in three places for each window. For the width, measure top, middle and bottom and for the drop measure left, middle and right. Your window might not be even, so always give us thesmallest measurement.

A

BC

Indicates how the blinds will fit

Indicates the windows

Head rail depths

Roller Classic 55mmRoller Cassette 80mmRoman Classic 40mm

Roman Cassette 80mmDuplex 80mm

Vertical Classic Top Fix 50mmVertical Classic Face Fix 100mm

Vertical Cassette 80mmVenetian Faux Wood 35mm 70mmVenetian Faux Wood 50mm 80mm

Venetian Wood 25mm/35mm 70mmVenetian Wood 50mm 80mmAluminium Venetian 27mm

Step 1. Find the head rail depth of your chosen blind in the chart provided below.

3 = 918mm

2 = 925mm

1 = 920mm

1 = 994m

m

2 = 993mm

3 = 999mm

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Step 6. Measure between each section as shown below. This will determine the width of each blind needed. All blinds should be ordered as exact. (A, B & C measurements)

Step 7. For the drop measure from where you want the top of the blind to be down to the sill or floor.

Tip: For both the width and drop measurements, measure in three places for each window. For the width, measure top, middle and bottom and for the drop measure left, middle and right. Your window might not be even, so always give us the smallest measurement.

Step 1. Find the head rail depth of your chosen blind in the chart provided (please refer to the previous page “measuring your blinds – Square Bay Windows”).

Step 2. Place two pieces of paper together. Using the head rail depth as your measurement, mark each piece of paper with a line in the same position.

Step 3. Position your pieces of paper on the window sill and ensure both the line marks meet up as shown.

Step 4. Using a pencil, mark the window sill where the edge of the paper meets the sill.

Step 5. Do this for both corners of the bay.

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ANGLED BAY WINDOWSThe trick to measuring angled bays is to make a template. Follow our step by step guide.

Please note: If you need more support with measuring your windows, we recommend that you book a measuring appointment online at www.next.co.uk. Charges are applicable..

depth of head rail

e.g. roller classic measure 55mm

A

B C

3 = 918mm

2 = 925mm

1 = 920mm

1 = 994mm

2 = 993mm

3= 999mm

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NOT CONFIDENT TO MEASURE AND FIT YOURSELF? We have a team of experts that can measure your windows and fit your blinds or curtains*. *Measuring & Fitting charges are applicable. £40.00 charge for measuring up to 10 windows. £50.00 charge to fit each product ordered. Please note we do not cover the following areas; Northern Ireland, Channel Islands, Orkney, Isle of Man, Isle of Wight and Anglesey.

To book an expert to come and measure and fit your blinds

or curtains please get in touch. www.next.co.uk

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GUIDELINES

GENERAL TIPS FOR MADE TO MEASURE BLINDS:• All our blinds are made to be safe. Please ensure that you install blinds correctly and follow the instructions

provided.

• All roman blinds can be dry cleaned as standard. Please ensure that you remove all the horizontal rods and the bottom bar when dry cleaning. All other blinds can be sponge cleaned.

• Due to the packing methods on roman blinds, velvets and pile fabrics may have creasing and pressure marks which should disappear over time.

• To ensure your roman blinds look their best, we recommend using a steamer to help eliminate creases. Do not use excessive pressure or heat as this can distort the fabric.

• We pride ourselves on excellent quality. All blinds are inspected and photographed prior to packing and dispatching to ensure your order arrives perfectly.

• All recess blinds will have 10mm deducted from the drop measurement provided to allow them to sit comfortably in recess.

• All blinds are custom made to the dimensions provided at the time of ordering. Refunds and exchanges cannot be given on any Made to Measure blinds that have been incorrectly ordered unless they are faulty.

Blinds Child Safety Awareness Keep all cords and chains out of the reach of children using the safety hook, which has been provided for you. Loose cords or chains should never be tied together. Furniture that children could climb on should be kept away from your windows.

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