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1” & 2” Aluminum Blind
Installation Instructions
Please follow these Installation Instructions
You will need a pencil, tape measure, drill, screwdriver, pliers, and appropriate fasteners.
Step 1: Choose the Correct Fastener
Step 2: Prepare Brackets
Step
3:
Mark
the
1 ½” #8 Hex Head
Wood Screws (Included)
Alternative fasteners should be used for aluminum or
concrete installations
(Not Included with Blinds)
End Box
Installation Brackets
Center Support
Bracket for
1 1/2” Headrail
(For Outside Mount Installations)
Position the box brackets at each end of the headrail. When using a
single center support bracket, center it between the box brackets. For
more than one center support bracket, space the support brackets
evenly, not more than 30” apart. Make sure the brackets will not
interfere with the cord mechanism or any other internal parts. Mark
the bracket for mounting hole locations, making sure they are square
and equally spaced. For outside mount installations, use a level to
check for levelness.
(For Inside Mount Installations)
Position the box brackets at each end of the headrail. Depending on
the installation location, box brackets can be attached using the top,
back, or side holes. When using a single center support bracket, center
it between the box brackets. For more than one center support brack-
et, space the support brackets evenly, not more than 30” apart. Make
sure the brackets will not interfere with the cord mechanism or any
other parts. Mark the location of the desired bracket mounting holes,
making sure that they are square and equally spaced.
Prepare box brackets for installation:
Open the front of the bracket by
pressing on the bottom of the
bracket to release the locking tab
while lifting the front gate.
Use the following # of Center Support Installation Brackets based
on the Blind Width:
Up to 60”
60 ⅛” - 77 ¾”
77 ⅞” and
Greater
0
1
2
Valance Clips Needed
Up to 35.99” 36” - 59.99” 60” - 83.99” 84” - 131.99” 132” - 155.99” 156” and Greater
2 3 4 5 6 7
For your convenience, extra valance clips are
included.
Center Support
Bracket for
1” Headrail