{"id":14714,"date":"2021-08-30T01:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-08-30T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/?p=14714"},"modified":"2025-12-30T02:25:40","modified_gmt":"2025-12-30T10:25:40","slug":"top-five-quick-fixes-for-your-window-treatments","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/index.php\/exhibitions\/top-five-quick-fixes-for-your-window-treatments\/","title":{"rendered":"Five Easy Fixes For Your Window Treatments"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Most window coverings are notoriously durable and require only minimal maintenance, outside of a good cleaning every now and then. Still, just like everything else, your blinds may not always work smoothly and easily. Instead of ripping them off the wall in a confused furor, why not try one of my helpful quick fixes? Most common issues can be quickly repaired and rarely require any tools at all!<\/p>\n<p>Remember, if you take good care of your blinds and shades, they&#8217;ll take good care of you.<\/p>\n<div class=\"curalate-widget\" style=\"max-width: 600px; margin: auto; min-width: 240px; min-height: 240px;\">\n<div class=\"curalate-widget-container\" style=\"position: relative; width: 100%; height: 0; border-radius: 3px; padding-bottom: 66.66666666666666%;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"curalate-widget-iframe\" style=\"z-index: 1; border-radius: 3px; position: absolute; width: 100%; height: 100%; left: 0; top: 0;\" title=\"Curalate Reveal: Interactive image with tagged items\" src=\"https:\/\/r.curalate.com\/v2\/widget\/XJcG72VTdEQ3nFi7N9Hk4Aaw25GWJn9c?replaceTabs=false&amp;spatialTagIcon=tag&amp;autoShowProducts=false&amp;shopButtonText=View Details\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"curalate-widget-image lazyload\" style=\"position: relative !important; z-index: 0 !important; width: 100%; border-radius: 3px;\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/d28m5bx785ox17.cloudfront.net\/v1\/img\/X1g9Zemq0tPZ5I_ZQC2ZJ_hRqyCvjyhhf-D00-YV0PU=\/d\/l\" alt=\"\" aria-hidden=\"true\" \/><script class=\"curalate-widget-script\" async=\"\" defer=\"\" charset=\"utf-8\" src=\"https:\/\/d30bopbxapq94k.cloudfront.net\/js\/curalate-widget-client-all-v3.min.js\"><\/script><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-20479 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/BlogSpace3.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"8\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/BlogSpace3-225x4.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/BlogSpace3-20x1.jpg 20w, https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/BlogSpace3-150x3.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Stuck Vertical Blinds<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/vertical-blinds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Vertical Blinds<\/a> are one of the most popular ways to cover a sliding glass door. However, these window coverings can be troublesome when they can&#8217;t slide open. If your window treatments have to brace for turbulence every time you try to slide them open, give this quick fix a shot.<\/p>\n<div class=\"curalate-widget\" style=\"max-width: 600px; margin: auto; min-width: 240px; min-height: 240px;\">\n<div class=\"curalate-widget-container\" style=\"position: relative; width: 100%; height: 0; border-radius: 3px; padding-bottom: 78.33333333333333%;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"curalate-widget-iframe\" style=\"z-index: 1; border-radius: 3px; position: absolute; width: 100%; height: 100%; left: 0; top: 0;\" title=\"Curalate Reveal: Interactive image with tagged items\" src=\"https:\/\/r.curalate.com\/v2\/widget\/RE3sKv30GuNj27ZCk4AJlN5KiIxwWStS?replaceTabs=false&amp;spatialTagIcon=tag&amp;autoShowProducts=false&amp;shopButtonText=View Details\" width=\"600\" height=\"470\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"curalate-widget-image lazyload\" style=\"position: relative !important; z-index: 0 !important; width: 100%; border-radius: 3px;\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/d28m5bx785ox17.cloudfront.net\/v1\/img\/LMsSWF52hjiXhtw2MCXfKF2ELdZztzgcBTQGU07KsHg=\/d\/l\" alt=\"\" aria-hidden=\"true\" \/><script class=\"curalate-widget-script\" async=\"\" defer=\"\" charset=\"utf-8\" src=\"https:\/\/d30bopbxapq94k.cloudfront.net\/js\/curalate-widget-client-all-v3.min.js\"><\/script><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-20479 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/BlogSpace3.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"8\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/BlogSpace3-225x4.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/BlogSpace3-20x1.jpg 20w, https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/BlogSpace3-150x3.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>For Vertical Blinds, first make sure all of your slats are properly aligned. Ensure that the ends are uniformly arranged and that the slats aren&#8217;t awkwardly tucked behind each other. If they are misaligned, rotate them until they are in place. This should quickly solve your problem.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_14525\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-14525\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-14525 lazyload\" title=\"Source: Pinterest, Industrcutables\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/A2.jpg\" alt=\"Source: Pinterest, Industrcutables\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-14525\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/cdn.instructables.com\/F9I\/VNS2\/HZ88QM07\/F9IVNS2HZ88QM07.MEDIUM.jpg\" rel=\"mfp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Industructables<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/236x\/76\/07\/56\/760756b686871b4a1bf04c5bf2203fe9.jpg\" rel=\"mfp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Pinterest<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Now, if you&#8217;re still experiencing some resistance, shoot a bit of silicon spray into the headrail of your Vertical Blinds or onto the inside of the track that guides your panel track blinds. After applying, work the blinds back and forth, opening and closing them all the way, to evenly spread the silicone coating. Before you know it, they should be gliding from side to side with ease. You&#8217;re one smooth operator.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_14525\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-14525\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-14525 lazyload\" title=\"Source: Handy Man Howto, Retro Ranch Revamp\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/A3.jpg\" alt=\"Source: Handy Man Howto, Retro Ranch Revamp\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-14525\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.handymanhowto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/silicone-spray.jpg\" rel=\"mfp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Handy Man HowTo<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/retroranchrevamp.files.wordpress.com\/2011\/03\/step24.jpg?w=584\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Retro Ranch Revamp<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Broken Slats on a Vertical Blind<\/h2>\n<p>Vertical Blinds are so functional and cover most patio doors or large windows. Unfortunately, the long, hanging slats are notoriously enticing to pets and young children. The vinyl material may look beautiful, but it&#8217;s not indestructible and a rough tug at one of the slats may rip it right out of the headrail.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_14532\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-14532\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-14532 lazyload\" title=\"Source: Pinterest\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/C1.jpg\" alt=\"Source: Pinterest\" width=\"600\" height=\"861\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-14532\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/1e\/da\/bc\/1edabcd87c04a7e4a01f1d0c04fe0fb8.jpg\" rel=\"mfp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Pinterest<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>At the top of most Vertical Blind slats, you&#8217;ll find a slot that fits into a clip on the headrail. These slats are purposely easy to remove for maintenance, but if the hole tears open they&#8217;ll be nothing for the clip to hold onto. Hole-y moley! Don&#8217;t worry, I&#8217;ve got a solution for you.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_14532\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-14532\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-14532 lazyload\" title=\"Source: Hometalk\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/C2.jpg\" alt=\"Source: Hometalk\" width=\"600\" height=\"861\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-14532\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/cdn.hometalk.com\/media\/2016\/04\/22\/3365755\/how-to-temporary-repair-your-vertical-blinds-with-a-flat-head-screwdr-home-maintenance-repairs-how-to-window-treatments.jpg?size=634x922&amp;nocrop=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">HomeTalk<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>If the slat has ripped or cracked, simply flip the blind upside down and punch a new hole onto the opposite side. Yes, you guessed it; use your handy craft or old school hole punch. You can also attach a paper clip to the top of the blinds to help seal any cracks. Of course, this is more of a functional fix than a cosmetic one, but it should do just the trick until <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/vertical-blinds\">you&#8217;re able to get your hands on a replacement slat.<\/a><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_14525\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-14525\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-14525 lazyload\" title=\"Source: Blogspot, Wonderhowto\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/C3.jpg\" alt=\"Source: Blogspot, Wonderhowto\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-14525\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-uDDZtVxWKUc\/USmWEHsc8II\/AAAAAAAAAGw\/ZVnnHx64fwI\/s1600\/PunchingHole.jpg\" rel=\"mfp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Blogspot<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/img.wonderhowto.com\/img\/31\/26\/63501124561856\/0\/fix-your-broken-vertical-blind-slats-macgyver-style.1280x600.jpg\" rel=\"mfp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">WonderHowTo<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/vertical-blinds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Just to note, we have some beautiful new fabrics if you are thinking of updating your Vertical Blinds.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-20735 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/VC1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"324\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/VC1.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/VC1-300x162.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/VC1-450x243.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/VC1-370x200.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/VC1-20x11.jpg 20w, https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/VC1-225x122.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/VC1-178x96.jpg 178w, https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/VC1-150x81.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Cord Tilt Horizontal Blinds Won&#8217;t Open<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/window-blinds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">All horizontal blinds are made with a way to tilt the slats opened and closed.<\/a> Most commonly, this is done with a wand but corded tilts are becoming more and more popular. Here&#8217;s a tip for those of you who are having trouble with your cord tilt.<\/p>\n<p>If your slats aren&#8217;t adjusting when you pull the cord to tilt, there&#8217;s a good chance the string simply fell of the plastic wheel that&#8217;s hidden inside the headrail. Luckily, this problem is a lot easier to repair than it looks. Just take your blinds down and lay them on a flat surface. Then it is just like restringing a yo-yo.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_14525\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-14525\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-14525 lazyload\" title=\"Source: Ecrater, Made-In-China\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/B2.jpg\" alt=\"Source: Ecrater, Made-In-China\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-14525\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/image.made-in-china.com\/2f0j00QjpartdGgFqn\/35mm-1-5-Wood-Blinds-with-Cord-Tilt-Mechanism.jpg\" rel=\"mfp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Made-In-China<\/a>, Ecrater<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>After your blinds have been removed from the wall, follow the cord tilts up into the headrail. You should find the small roller wheel with most of the cord string wrapped around it. If your blinds haven&#8217;t been tilting, there&#8217;s a good chance a bit of this string has gathered either above or below the plastic roller. All you have to do now is move the strands back to the center of the wheel where they belong. Wheely easy, right? We all get tangled up sometimes.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_14532\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-14532\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-14532 lazyload\" title=\"Source: Peak Window Coverings\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/B3.jpg\" alt=\"Source: Peak Window Coverings\" width=\"600\" height=\"861\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-14532\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/peakwindowcoverings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/repair-blind.jpg\" rel=\"mfp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Peak Window Coverings<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>I have to reiterate, if you can, always go cordless for safety, efficiency and a modern look. I always like to recommend motorization of any window treatments, but especially those with cords and blinds that you raise and lower daily. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/remote-control-motorized\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A motorized option is truly a &#8220;smart&#8221; addition to any window treatment in your home.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-20723 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/chelle-remote.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"800\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/chelle-remote.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/chelle-remote-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/chelle-remote-300x400.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/chelle-remote-450x600.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/chelle-remote-20x27.jpg 20w, https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/chelle-remote-72x96.jpg 72w, https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/chelle-remote-150x200.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Fix\/Replace A Continuous Cord Loop Chain On Your Roller Shades<\/h2>\n<p>A continuous cord loop is a single chain that hangs to the side of your rollers that can be pulled, one direction or another, to raise and lower the shades. For the most part, these chains should last for the lifetime of your shade, but that doesn&#8217;t mean they&#8217;re completely accident-proof.<\/p>\n<p>Before I tell you how to fix stuck cords, I like the word replace as reminding you that I strongly recommend to ditch those cords for the ultimate in safety, but here goes how to tackle this problem.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-14532 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/D1.jpg\" width=\"600\" height=\"861\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/roller-shades\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pulling this chain too hard or at an awkward angle may cause it to break or slip out of the gear inside your Roller Shade.<\/a> You\u2019re probably being perfectly gentle with your chain, but if you\u2019ve had a stressful day and you tugged violently on the chain, here is the quick fix. Start by taking your Roller Shade off the wall and laying it down on a flat surface.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_14532\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-14532\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-14532 lazyload\" title=\"Source: Youtube\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/D2.jpg\" alt=\"Source: Youtube\" width=\"600\" height=\"861\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-14532\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/5YjllCCRX_o\/maxresdefault.jpg\" rel=\"mfp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Youtube<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>If your Roller Shade is stuck down, manually roll it back up. You&#8217;ll notice that the sides of your shade have small plastic end caps; remove the side where the chain hangs. The plastic piece should either pop off, with little force, or be removable after loosening a screw in the center of the cap. Inside, you&#8217;ll find a small gear with indentations that hold the beads of the chain. Simply reinsert the beads, making sure they catch inside the gear, and pop the end cap back on your shade. Voila! Good as new.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_14525\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-14525\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-14525 lazyload\" title=\"Source: Youtube\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/D3.jpg\" alt=\"Source: Youtube\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-14525\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/EPcLvKxIliU\/maxresdefault.jpg\" rel=\"mfp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Youtube1<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/ya7Cabh-3Z0\/maxresdefault.jpg\" rel=\"mfp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Youtube2<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Roller Shades Telescope When Raised<\/h2>\n<p>Everyone loves Roller Blinds for their minimal look and smooth, simple operation, but if they&#8217;re not rolling up properly you&#8217;ll soon lose both of those traits. Over time, the fabric on your Roller Shades may start to gather unevenly on one side of the headrail \u2013 this is called telescoping. No need to roll your eyes or get stuck with an unruly window treatment. I know the perfect trick to fix these stylish shades.<\/p>\n<div class=\"curalate-widget\" style=\"max-width: 600px; margin: auto; min-width: 240px; min-height: 240px;\">\n<div class=\"curalate-widget-container\" style=\"position: relative; width: 100%; height: 0; border-radius: 3px; padding-bottom: 69.33333333333334%;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"curalate-widget-iframe\" style=\"z-index: 1; border-radius: 3px; position: absolute; width: 100%; height: 100%; left: 0; top: 0;\" title=\"Curalate Reveal: Interactive image with tagged items\" src=\"https:\/\/r.curalate.com\/v2\/widget\/K6eRZXBw3h4FTVQhlbA7tiE3m3km4hHo?replaceTabs=false&amp;spatialTagIcon=tag&amp;autoShowProducts=false&amp;shopButtonText=View Details\" width=\"600\" height=\"416\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"curalate-widget-image lazyload\" style=\"position: relative !important; z-index: 0 !important; width: 100%; border-radius: 3px;\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/d28m5bx785ox17.cloudfront.net\/v1\/img\/EVElrMe73ciTDiVjDSHW9wVJ2jLCdTBpmPnRI46wrvI=\/d\/l\" alt=\"\" aria-hidden=\"true\" \/><script class=\"curalate-widget-script\" async=\"\" defer=\"\" charset=\"utf-8\" src=\"https:\/\/d30bopbxapq94k.cloudfront.net\/js\/curalate-widget-client-all-v3.min.js\"><\/script><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>While some minor telescoping is normal, the problem can quickly get out of hand and you want your window treatments to always perform with ease. First, we recommend using a level to ensure that your shades are hanging evenly. If they&#8217;re not, readjust your brackets until it hangs perfectly horizontal. 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