5. Marking the tape positions
Divide the distance between the top and bottom of
the blind by 6 and mark at both sides the position.
With tailors chalk draw a faint line across the blind.
Note: Ensure the lines are parallel before sewing
blind in step 6.
6. Sewing the tape to the blind
6. A Rotate the tape so that it is in the upright position
with the rear pocket at the bottom of the tape as
shown
opposite.
Trim rods and tapes only if required.
6. B Measure and trim the 5 lengths of tape to the
blind width plus 1cm (3/8”) at either end
for seams.
6. C Place the lengths onto the chalk marks made
previously and turn one side of each length in
1cm
(3/8”) to form a hem on the tape.
6. D Sew to the blind with a row of stitching above the
pocket area leaving one pocket end open on each
to be hemmed later.
7. Inserting the roman rods
7. A Remove cap and trim the roman rods 2cm (3/4”)
shorter than the blind width. Replace cap.
7. B Insert into the open ends of pockets on the
blind
tape.
7. C Fold the end of the pocket under 1cm (3/8”)
and stitch down the side.
8. Inserting the bottom bar
Trim the bottom bar to the same width as the roman
rods cut previously (2cm (3/4”) shorter than the blind
width). Insert into the bottom pocket of the blind.
Place a tacking stitch at each end to hold it in place.
9. Positioning the headrail
Please note: Additional fasteners other than those
sent with your blind may be required depending on
the mounting surface. Wallboard and plaster require
the use of anchors such as expansion or toggle bolts.
Brick, tile or stone need special plugs and drill bits.
Remember to always pre-drill holes in wood to
avoid
splitting.
9. A Inside the recess
Decide the position of the headrail so that it will
be clear of any latches and window fixtures. If you
need to reduce the width of the headrail to fit the
recess,
this should be done before assembling
.
See ‘Trimming the headrail’ instruction on the
following
page.
9. B Outside the recess
Decide the position of the headrail so that the
overlaps on both sides of the recess are equal.
It is advisable to allow a minimum of 5cm (2”)
overlap on each side.
7
8
Leave open
width minus 2cm (
3
/
4
” )
Stitch
1cm (
3
/
8
”)
Stitch
1cm
(
3
/
8
”)
Stitch
- 6
.
.
headrail
headrail
5
6
A
B
C
Pocket
Back
of tape
Stitch
Front of tape
D
A
9
A B
B
C
Stitch
Cap Rod
