5) Determine Bracket Spacing
Shades ordered as Tip to Tip measurement (inside or outside mount)
–
The outside edge of the brackets will be placed at the width that the
shade was ordered. If you ordered a shade that is 24 1/4
” wide, the
outside edge of the brackets should be at 24 1/4
”.
Shades ordered as Material Width measurement
– Set the shade on a flat
surface and put the brackets on the shade assembly. Measure the overall
width from outside of the brackets to find the tip to tip measurement for
the bracket placement.
6) Evaluate Mounting Area
Use the appropriate screws for the weight of the shade and mounting
area. Most windows have a wood header and framing surrounding them
so using wood screws or drywall screws will suffice for most. Shades
being mounted into metal frames should be done with self-tapping sheet
metal screws. Shades mounted where only sheetrock is present should
use wall anchors that are appropriate for the weight of the shade.
