You ll need a pencil piece of paper and a metal tape measure.
Measuring square bay window for blinds.
How to measure for bay window blinds.
Square bay window see video from this starting point for a usual layout angled bay window see video from this starting point for a usual layout in our case we had the latter but with only one corner angle.
Below are instructions for measuring bay and bow bay windows plus two options for box or square bay windows.
Pick the instructions that best match your window.
Whether you ve got an multi aspect 6 pane bay window or an awkward box bay that needs some shading we ve got you covered.
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A bay window usually includes at least 3 windows 2 angled side windows and 1 picture window in the middle.
Measuring square bay windows.
Just a heads up.
With bay window blinds the measurements you need to take differ for the type of blind you re looking to hang we list the different rail width measurement allowances by blind type below.
Measuring bay windows for outside mount blinds or shades.
How to measure for bay windows.
Our handy guide makes measuring for your square box or angled bay window blinds simple but as always get in touch should you have any queries.
1 first of all choose the style of blind you wish to have installed before you begin.
Before measuring for an outside mount blind or shade use the cardboard square method to be absolutely sure your blinds won t collide in the corners.
Recess width square bay window.
The two most popular types of bay window are traditional and separated.
Most bay windows have limited depth so outside mount installation is very popular.
Depending on the style of blinds you re looking for you will need different measurements in order for them to fit properly.