adjusting width of a roller blind

whitesatin

I've seen a "daylight" blind in John Lewis online but even the narrowest would be too wide for my window (the inside bit, it would fit across without adjustment if I just overlapped the frame but I know that wouldn't look nice). My question is, what is the roller bit likely to be made from (metal? plastic?) and would I (a complete novice) be able to tackle the job. The blind only costs £12 so it's cheaper than window film which I have considered but I don't expect the quality to be wonderful.

dj1471

Most are designed to be cut to size and include instructions for doing that, last one I bought had a metal tube so you'll need the right tools.

You can do it yourself if you can measure and cut accurately. I can't, but managed it eventually...

Ebe_Scrooge

Exactly as dj1471 says - it's not difficult, you'll need a hacksaw ( or junior hacksaw ) to cut the tube if it's aluminium ( which it's likely to be ), and scissors to cut the fabric to width.


The old adage is very true - measure twice and cut once. But take your time and it's not a difficult job.


The only tip I would give, having done this many times - make sure the end of the tube is cut "square" ( i.e. perfectly perpendicular ) and file off the rough edges that will be left. Otherwise you may find it doesn't roll smoothly.


But yes, not a difficult job, and as per the previous post, most blinds are designed to be cut and contain instructions.

whitesatin

Thanks for your replies. I am going to order it and get on with the job when it arrives. Then I can add another skill to my repertoire.


Next project......I have left over deck boards and other wood and I want to design and make a raised bed or two. I can do it, with the help of these forums and YouTube, I'm sure, lol.


I will be 65 years old tomorrow and want to prove to myself that it's never too late to learn new skills.

starving_artist

whitesatin wrote: »

I will be 65 years old tomorrow and want to prove to myself that it's never too late to learn new skills.

Good for you and Happy Birthday! :T