{"id":26038,"date":"2025-07-19T23:57:36","date_gmt":"2025-07-20T07:57:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/?p=26038"},"modified":"2025-12-03T03:17:58","modified_gmt":"2025-12-03T11:17:58","slug":"how-to-fix-window-blinds-that-are-too-wide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.blindsgalore.com\/blog\/index.php\/blinds-basics\/how-to-fix-window-blinds-that-are-too-wide\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Ways to Fix Blinds That Are Too Wide"},"content":{"rendered":"
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Here’s the truth for <\/span>blinds that feel too wide for window<\/b> frames: while there are ways to address oversized blinds, cutting them yourself can be dangerous and often ruins the product. We’re sharing five solutions, but let’s be crystal clear. The safest, smartest option is always custom blinds made to your exact measurements. Your home (and fingers) deserve better than risky DIY modifications.<\/span><\/p>\n

Your new blinds from Blindsgalore will fit. They\u2019re custom made. That\u2019s what we do. Here we will focus on fixing blinds that are \u201ctoo wide\u201d because they\u2019re old.\u00a0<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

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How to Accurately Measure Window Width Before Buying Blinds?<\/b><\/h2>\n

Prevention beats any cure. Let’s make sure this never happens again.<\/span><\/p>\n

Grab your metal measuring tape. Not the fabric one from your craft drawer. Metal tapes don’t stretch or bend, giving you accurate measurements every time. For inside mount blinds, measure the width at three points: top, middle, and bottom of your window opening. Use the narrowest measurement. Windows aren’t always perfectly square, especially in older homes.<\/span><\/p>\n

For the outside mount, decide how much you want the blinds to overlap your window frame. We recommend 2-3 inches on each side for proper light control and privacy. Measure from where you’ll place the left bracket to where you’ll place the right bracket.<\/span><\/p>\n

Write down all three measurements, not just the final number. This gives you reference points if something seems off later. Take photos of your window with the measuring tape in place. Trust us, these visual references save headaches down the road.<\/span><\/p>\n

Optimal Inside Mount vs. Outside Mount Measurements for Blinds<\/b><\/h2>\n

Sometimes switching from inside to outside mount solves your width problem entirely.<\/span><\/p>\n