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Gotain's Roman blinds can be mounted on the wall or ceiling and are custom-made to fit both width and length.
Ceiling-mounted installation:
If your Roman blind is to be mounted on the ceiling, measure the length from the ceiling down to the windowsill, and the width from the outer edge to the outer edge of the window frame. We recommend adding at least 1–2 cm on each side to minimize the risk of gaps. For blackout blinds, adding extra width can help ensure optimal light blocking.
Wall-mounted installation:
If your Roman blind is to be mounted on the wall, measure the length from 7 cm above the window frame down to the windowsill (this measurement is required for the cord lock to function properly) or our recommendation from 15 cm above the window frame if you want to create the impression of higher ceilings. Measure the width from the outer edge to the outer edge of the window frame. We also recommend adding at least 1–2 cm on each side, and extra width for blackout blinds to improve coverage.
Niche Mounting: If you are installing your Roman blind inside a window recess, it is especially important that the measurements are taken accurately. Measure exactly where the blind will be positioned, as the width may vary at different points within the recess.As all Roman blinds are handmade, the final width/length may vary by +/- 1–2 cm from the ordered measurements. To ensure the blind fits properly, we therefore recommend deducting 2 cm from the total width. Please note that this may result in small gaps at the sides.Measure the length from the top of the recess down to the window sill. If your window opens inward, we recommend mounting the Roman blind to the ceiling or on the wall instead.
For Blackout Roman Blind with Scalloped Edge: Please note that the blackout lining on the Roman blind with a scallop hem ends above the wave. The bottom 26 cm of the blind are therefore not blackout.
How to choose the right width for your roman blind
When measuring for a roman blind, it's good to know that we make them up to a maximum width of 230 cm . This is because the blind needs to work flawlessly every time you raise or lower it, while also giving a beautiful, even fold across the entire width.
The wider the blind, the heavier it becomes to raise and lower. If you'd prefer an easier, smoother everyday experience, we recommend choosing two smaller roman blinds placed side by side instead.
Do you have a window wider than 230 cm? Two separate roman blinds side by side is a popular and stylish alternative. This way, you get the same function and finish you're used to from us, no matter how large the window is.
Tip: Measure the total width of your window before deciding, so you can easily work out how the two blinds should be divided for the best result.
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