Tips, recommendations and important requirements for hanging roller blinds on the wall: how to do it correctly?

Roller blinds are a common option for window coverings because they are practical and have a sleek, contemporary appearance. They can regulate how much light enters a space and offer seclusion when required. Nevertheless, if you’ve never installed roller blinds before, it may seem difficult.

Not only is proper installation important for the blinds’ longevity and functionality, but it also affects how they look. The secret to a successful installation is understanding the necessary procedures and requirements, regardless of whether you intend to assist someone else or handle it yourself.

You will learn all the necessary advice and tips for hanging roller blinds on your wall from this article. We’ll go over everything, from selecting the appropriate tools to properly aligning the brackets, so you can accomplish the desired professional-looking outcome without needless stress.

Tips	Recommendations
Measure the window accurately.	Ensure the roller blinds fit snugly inside or outside the frame.
Use a level to align the brackets.	Check the level to avoid crooked blinds.
Choose the right tools.	Have a drill, screws, and a screwdriver ready.
Mark drilling points.	Use a pencil to mark where you"ll drill.
Test the blinds.	Ensure they roll up and down smoothly before finalizing.

Roller blinds hanging on the wall may seem simple, but there are a few important details to consider and proper execution is needed. All the necessary steps are covered in this guide, from selecting the appropriate instruments to guaranteeing accurate measurements and stable mounting. You can avoid common mistakes and achieve a neat, practical, and stylish installation that enhances your space by adhering to these recommendations.

Roller blinds: advantages and disadvantages

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Consider the function and design of the room arrangement when selecting roller blinds for window decoration.

• the window sill remains free;
• easier to maintain than regular curtains or blinds;
• better protection from the sun.

• if handled incorrectly, the mechanism can easily break;
• not suitable for all design styles.

Roller blinds offer more benefits than drawbacks. The main factors that should influence their decision should be personal preference and interior compatibility.

How to attach roller blinds with your own hands

The surfaces to which roller blinds must be fixed determine the installation and fixing technique to use. Potential choices:

• wall above the window;
• ceiling;
• window opening – if the curtain will not interfere with the opening of the movable parts of the window;
• frame – if free access to the window sill is needed;
• sashes and transom – roller blinds do not interfere with their opening.

Different kinds of roller blind fasteners:

• self-tapping screws – the most reliable method, but you have to drill holes for the fasteners;
• adjustable brackets – suitable for mounting directly on the window sashes, but only opening ones, no drilling is required;
• double-sided tape – the easiest way, but only suitable for small lightweight roller blinds, also no drilling is required.

Prior to installation, make sure the roller blind is complete, that the mechanism is put together per the manufacturer’s instructions, that the canvas is fully unwound, and that it is secure.

On a load-bearing wall

A straightforward method of hanging roller blinds is to attach them with self-tapping screws to a load-bearing wall above the window opening. This works well if the window sill is either completely absent or slightly protrudes.

1. Attach the roller blind to the wall above the window, make sure the dimensions match and mark the places for drilling for screws. Check the correct position of the marks with a level. Make sure that the blind will not cover the handle after hanging.
2. Drill holes according to the marks.
3. Insert dowels and, screwing screws into them, secure the brackets.
4. Put the side plugs on the fasteners.
5. Insert the roller blind shaft into the brackets.

Drilling is done in the profile in a similar manner to how roller blinds are fastened to frames or sashes.

On a plasterboard wall

When installing the frame beneath the plasterboard where the roller blind will eventually be fastened, an extra profile or wooden block must be installed horizontally in order to hang the blind on plasterboard sheathing rather than a load-bearing wall. This element’s length ought to be marginally greater than the blind’s width. The only option available if you decide to purchase roller shutters after the frame is sheathed is to use drywall fasteners specifically designed for that purpose.

Roller blind mounting dowels that work well on plasterboard walls or ceilings:

• umbrella – cannot be dismantled, so extra care is required when applying markings;
• Molly – the option with a bolt and a hex head is suitable for roller blinds, these fasteners can be unscrewed and reinstalled;
• Fischer PD and PDS;
• Legs – are installed with a screwdriver or drill without drilling, due to the shape of the installation is very quick;
• Knauf Hartmut – have the highest load-bearing capacity (up to 55 kg on a wall with two-layer sheathing and up to 6 kg on a ceiling).

Butterfly dowels are intended to fix light shelves, etc.; they are not appropriate for securing roller blinds. Additionally, Driva fasteners for plasterboard should only be used to hang light-weight objects; heavy roller blinds are best suited for other uses.

Fastening without drilling

When the design of the room’s windows changes frequently and there are still visible drilling holes, the conventional method of fastening roller blinds with screws is not appropriate. There are two mounting choices to address this issue:

1. Adjustable brackets are thrown onto an open movable sash or window and a shaft with a curtain is inserted.
2. The kit of light small roller shutters includes mounting strips with an adhesive layer on the back (double-sided tape). The surface of the sash, frame, wall is pre-degreased.

Consider the surface material when selecting an appropriate degreasing agent; otherwise, you might leave behind stains that are impossible to get rid of when you want to remove the roller shutters.

On plastic windows

A PVC window’s frame or non-opening sashes can have roller blinds mounted on brackets fastened with screws or double-sided tape. Select the second option rather than drilling the profile if the roller shutters are small in size. The holes allow cold to seep into the space.

If you are unable to drill holes for screws, make sure to abide by the following guidelines:

1. Make sure that the holes and fasteners do not fall on the glass unit.
2. You cannot make holes in the glazing bead. The minimum distance from it is 2 cm.
3. Drills suitable for metal.
4. Self-tapping screws must be without a drill.

It is preferable to embellish a window or a tilt-and-turn sash with a roller shutter fixed on an adjustable bracket; you are unable to drill any holes in the window’s moving parts’ profiles.

For wooden windows

Use the same guidelines as for installing roller blinds on a plastic window profile when hanging them on wooden windows. You must use extra caution when selecting a degreasing agent if the roller shutter is tape-fastened so as not to harm the paint or varnish covering the wood. When deciding how to fasten roller blinds to the frame, bear in mind that the wood’s screw holes can be readily filled and painted over in the event that the windows’ style needs to be altered.

Close-to-ceiling mounting

If there is no more than 20 centimeters between the top of the window opening and the ceiling, curtains are typically affixed to the ceiling. The brackets are positioned vertically when wall mounting, which is the only variation.

In the same manner, roller blinds are fastened to the window opening. It is only appropriate to use self-tapping screws to fasten the brackets. They are chosen for the ceiling material; dowel holes are first bored into the concrete, and 4 cm-long screws are fastened to the wood.

The same method used for plasterboard walls can be used to hang roller blinds from suspended or plasterboard ceilings. The best course of action is to install a second profile rod or an embedded wooden beam portion prior to ceiling installation, to which roller shutter brackets will subsequently be fastened. Making niches next to the window openings is an additional method. You can fasten a corner of the roller blind that is the full width to the wall and the ceiling if the ceiling is already sheathed. There is an additional option for drywall: select special dowels.

Fastening closed-type roller blinds with guides

The protective and decorative box and guides must be installed and fixed when installing closed-type roller blinds.

Method:

1. Attach the guides to the places where they will be installed and mark the top points.
2. If necessary, trim the guides to length with a utility knife. Make a cut at the top, where it will be covered by the box, leave the factory cut at the bottom.
3. Attach the box along the markings and unfold the curtain several times, make sure that the fabric moves freely along the guides.
4. Mark the places for drilling for the box. Drill them and attach the roller blind first with one screw. After making sure again that the fabric falls freely, fix the mechanism with the second screw.
5. Degrease the surfaces at the place where the guides are installed and glue them with double-sided tape or an existing adhesive layer.

The general guidelines and fasteners apply here are the same as for roller blinds that are hung open.

Completing the installation of the roller blind

The process for hanging the roller blind is the same, regardless of the type of fasteners used:

1. Unwind and rewind the fabric several times completely to check the operation of the mechanism, the horizontal position of the shaft. The fabric should unfold freely without shifting.
2. Lower the curtain to the window sill or other required lower point and install a limiter on the mechanism chain to prevent further unfolding of the roller blind.
3. Install a plumb line on the chain.

The roller blind’s bottom has a weight that uses Velcro or magnets to secure the cloth in the lowered position.

What mistakes to avoid

Principal errors made when hanging roller blinds

1. Incorrectly selected size.
2. Deviation of the shaft position from the horizontal (error in applying markings).
3. Heavy fabric hung on tape – the curtain will inevitably fall.
4. Using ordinary self-tapping screws when installing on drywall.

It is preferable to hire an expert to complete the task if a flawless outcome is crucial. This service is provided by the majority of retail establishments that sell roller blinds.

The majority of people can install fabric roller blinds on their own by following the manufacturer’s instructions. You can trust a store representative to install roller blinds if you lack the time or the required tools.

Although it might seem easy to hang roller blinds on the wall, proper execution is necessary to guarantee a neat and useful finish. You can steer clear of common pitfalls and accomplish a professional-looking installation by heeding our advice and tips.

Prior to drilling any holes, be sure to measure everything thoroughly. Precise measurements guarantee that your blinds will operate and fit flawlessly. To ensure that your blinds are strongly supported, always use the proper equipment, such as a level and the appropriate wall anchors.

Think about the kind of wall you are dealing with. Different kinds of screws and anchors may be needed for different wall materials, such as brick, concrete, or drywall. Keep an eye on the installation instructions that came with your blinds; manufacturers frequently include crucial information.

Lastly, give the installation some time. Hastily completing the task can result in misaligned blinds or harm to your walls. You can take advantage of the functional and aesthetic advantages of properly hung roller blinds in your area by following these instructions and being cautious throughout the installation process.

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