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Kitchen window blind, inside or outside mount??

7 years ago

I am looking to get a light filtering roller blind with a blackout shade behind.
I don't know if it should be inside or outside mounted? The trim will be repainted white, but keep in mind the window is not completely centered. We also have alarm wires on one side. It will have a cassette on the top. Help!

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Bridget Martin
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7 years ago

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7 years ago
outside mount and hang it where the top hits the ceiling. that way when it's rolled up the whole window is exposed so you get maximum light and view. it also will balance out the ceiling height cabinets.
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User
7 years ago
I'm not sure what type of shade you're going for, but if it doesn't look right to hang it right under ceiling then hang it as high as you can go where it looks right to the eye.
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