NOTE: MEASURE YOUR RECESS BEFORE YOU ORDER
11 mm frames only fit recesses wider than 11 mm, we will not replace screens ordered with the incorrect frame as they must be completely remade with all new stock.
Face Fixed:
Fitted to the face of the timber window sill; generally with 11mm PVC turnbuckles – available as an Add On when purchasing your screen.
Recess Fixed:
Fitted into the recess provided by the window extrusion. These come to accommodate two types of flyscreen frames thicknesses; 11 mm (which is the most common) and 9 mm. Our flyscreens are industry standard 11 mm thick. If your window recess is 9mm we can accommodate this you must advise us of the recess width when placing your order.
Elegance Blinds PTY LTD also install spinger clips into our fly screen where requested. These can be purchased as an add on when purchasing your screen and are fitted to the screens at the time of manufacture.
1. MEASURING AN EXISTING SCREEN
Notes: Do not take measurements from the centre in case the frame is bowed.
There should be maximum of 3 mm variation in the two lengths, if the variation is greater contact us to discuss solutions (02) 82832832.
Height: Measure the height left and right, record the shortest measurement.
Width: Measure from the outer edge of the frame top and bottom, record the shortest measurement.
2. MEASURING FOR A NEW SCREEN – FACE FIXED
Height: Measure the recess height left and right, record the shortest measurement.
Width: Measure the recess top and bottom, record the shortest measurement.
3. MEASURING FOR A NEW SCREEN – RECESS FIXED
Height: Not always, however in most cases the height recess at the bottom will be smaller in depth than the top. Measure from Point A; which is the top of the bottom recess to Point B; which is the inside top of the the top recess. Deduct 2 mm and this will be your height measurement. The 2 mm is to allow the screen clearance when fitting.
Width: Again there will be variances in the depths of the recesses for different window manufacturers. Measure from the lip of the shortest side, Point A, to the inside depth of Point B. Deduct 2 mm and this will be your width measurement. The 2 mm is to allow the screen clearance when fitting.
Our back roll option means that your fabric will sit behind the roller tube, just like in all of our images. We set this as our default option because it offers the best protection to our lovely fabrics. It means that the front of the fabric never gets exposed to direct sunlight, keeping it in pristine condition for years and years.
Alternatively, you can choose to have your roller blind front roll. This is usually an aesthetic choice. It means the roller tube will sit behind the fabric, covering more of the components and allowing you to see even more of our lovely colours, textures and patterns. Please be aware though that this option means the front of the fabric will be exposed more often to direct sunlight (any time the blind is not fully down, in fact). Over time this could lead to bleaching of your lovely roller blind. As such, if you have a north facing or exposed window, please think carefully before selecting this option.
When making your blind, we will make a small deduction from the width that you have entered. Don’t worry though, this is just to ensure your blind fits properly and works perfectly within the recess.
When measuring for your new blind, decide how much you want it to overlap the recess on all 4 sides. We recommend that the blind overlaps the window recess by at least 70mm at the top and 50mm each side. The overlap at the bottom of the blind is a matter of personal choice but if you are measuring for a blind that will come down to the floor allow 10-20mm of clearance.
If you already have a perfectly sized blind and you’d like your new blind to be exactly the same, that’s no problem. Simply measure the width and the drop of your existing blind and we’ll make your new one to your exact specifications. (Please remember to have your blind fully down when measuring the drop.)
