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Measuring for sheer horizontal shades is simple – it’s just 2 easy steps. In this short
video you will see just how easy it is to measure for an Outside Mount. Outside mount
shades are a good choice if an inside mount is not possible due to little or no window
depth. Outside mount shades are mounted outside the window opening on either the wood trim
frame or adjacent flat surface area. The product details page on our web site provides information
on how much flat space is required around your window to install your shades. When you
specify an outside mount, we will not take any size deductions – your shade will be
made at the exact size you specify. When measuring for any window covering, it is important to
use a steel measuring tape and round to the nearest 1/8” of an inch increment. Your
first step is to determine the width of the shade you will order. If you have trim around
your window, simply measure to the far edges of your trim from left to right. If your window
opening has no trim around it, measure a distance from point A to point B that includes any
extra width you may desire for light gap coverage and privacy. We recommend adding 2” to 3”
to each side. This will be the width that you will order. Your second step is to determine
you’re the height of the shade you will order. If your window has a protruding sill,
start from the sill and measure 3” beyond the top of your window opening in order to
accommodate for mounting hardware. If your window sill does not protrude, we suggest
you begin your measurement 2”-3” below the sill for maximum coverage and then measure
to 3” beyond the top of your window opening to accommodate your hardware. Record your
measurement to the nearest 1/8” increment; this is the height you will order. We will
not take any size deductions or additions – your shade will be made the exact size
you specify. Now that you have completed these 2 simple steps you are ready to place your
order, it’s that easy.