How To Hang Honeycomb Blinds

Honeycomb blinds, also known as cellular shades, are a popular (and FABULOUS) choice for windows because they offer insulation, privacy, and light control. They also come in a variety of colors, sizes, and styles to suit any decor.

But how do you hang honeycomb blinds? Do you need to drill holes in your wall or window frame? What if you have faux wood blinds or other window coverings already installed?

Don’t worry, we have the answers for you. In this post, we’ll show you how to hang honeycomb blinds inside or outside your window frame, with or without drilling. We’ll also share some tips and tricks to make the process easier and faster.

How to Hang Honeycomb Blinds Inside Your Window Frame

To hang honeycomb blinds inside your window frame, you need to measure your window, mark the bracket locations, drill pilot holes, attach the brackets, and snap the headrail into place.

This method works best if you have a window frame that is at least 1 inch deep and has no obstructions like handles or locks. It also creates a clean and sleek look for your window.

Here’s how to hang honeycomb blinds inside your window frame:

Step 1: Measure Your Window

Before you order your honeycomb blinds, you need to measure your window carefully and accurately. You can use a metal tape measure and a pencil to do this.

First, measure the width of your window at three points: the top, middle, and bottom. Record the smallest measurement as your width.

Next, measure the height of your window at three points: the left, center, and right. Record the longest measurement as your height.

Finally, measure the depth of your window frame from the glass to the edge of the frame. Make sure it is at least 1 inch deep to accommodate the brackets.

Step 2: Mark the Bracket Locations

Once you have your honeycomb blinds ready, you need to mark where you will place the brackets on your window frame. You will need at least two brackets for each blind: one on each end of the headrail. If your blind is wider than 40 inches, you will need additional brackets spaced evenly between the end brackets.

To mark the bracket locations, follow these steps:

• Hold the headrail against the top of your window frame and center it over the window.
• Mark where each end of the headrail meets the window frame with a pencil.
• Measure 2 inches inward from each mark and make another mark. This is where you will place the end brackets.
• If you have additional brackets, measure the distance between the end brackets and divide it by the number of additional brackets plus one. This is how far apart you will space the additional brackets.
• Mark where each additional bracket will go on the window frame.

Step 3: Drill Pilot Holes

After you have marked where each bracket will go on your window frame, you need to drill pilot holes for the screws. This will make it easier to attach the brackets and prevent splitting or cracking of the wood.

To drill pilot holes, follow these steps:

• Use a drill bit that is slightly smaller than the screws that came with your brackets.
• Drill a hole through each mark on your window frame, making sure it is straight and level.
• Repeat for all marks on both sides of the window.

Step 4: Attach the Brackets

Now that you have drilled pilot holes for each bracket, you can attach them to your window frame using the screws that came with them.

To attach the brackets, follow these steps:

• Align each bracket over its corresponding hole on your window frame.
• Use a screwdriver or a drill to drive a screw through each hole on the bracket and into the pilot hole on the window frame.
• Tighten each screw until it is snug but not too tight.
• Repeat for all brackets on both sides of the window.

Step 5: Snap the Headrail into Place

The last step is to snap the headrail of your honeycomb blind into place on the brackets. This is very easy and quick to do.

To snap the headrail into place, follow these steps:

• With the front of the blind facing you, tilt the bottom of the headrail toward you and hook it onto the front lip of each bracket.
• Push up on the bottom of the headrail until it snaps into place on the back lip of each bracket. You should hear a click when it does.
• Lower the blind and test its operation.

And that’s it! You have successfully hung honeycomb blinds inside your window frame.

How to Hang Honeycomb Blinds Outside Your Window Frame

To hang honeycomb blinds outside your window frame, you need to measure your window, mark the bracket locations, drill pilot holes, attach the brackets, and snap the headrail into place.

This method works best if you have a window frame that is too shallow or has obstructions like handles or locks. It also allows you to cover the entire window and create a more dramatic look for your window.

Here’s how to hang honeycomb blinds outside your window frame:

Step 1: Measure Your Window

Before you order your honeycomb blinds, you need to measure your window carefully and accurately. You can use a metal tape measure and a pencil to do this.

First, measure the width of your window at the top, middle, and bottom. Add 3 inches to the largest measurement to allow for some overlap on each side. This is your width.

Next, measure the height of your window at the left, center, and right. Add 3 inches to the longest measurement to allow for some overlap on the top and bottom. This is your height.

Step 2: Mark the Bracket Locations

Once you have your honeycomb blinds ready, you need to mark where you will place the brackets on your wall above your window frame. You will need at least two brackets for each blind: one on each end of the headrail. If your blind is wider than 40 inches, you will need additional brackets spaced evenly between the end brackets.

To mark the bracket locations, follow these steps:

• Hold the headrail against the wall above your window frame and center it over the window.
• Mark where each end of the headrail meets the wall with a pencil.
• Measure 1 inch inward from each mark and make another mark. This is where you will place the end brackets.
• If you have additional brackets, measure the distance between the end brackets and divide it by the number of additional brackets plus one. This is how far apart you will space the additional brackets.
• Mark where each additional bracket will go on the wall.

Step 3: Drill Pilot Holes

After you have marked where each bracket will go on your wall, you need to drill pilot holes for the screws. This will make it easier to attach the brackets and prevent splitting or cracking of the drywall.

To drill pilot holes, follow these steps:

• Use a drill bit that is slightly smaller than the screws that came with your brackets.
• Drill a hole through each mark on your wall, making sure it is straight and level.
• Repeat for all marks on both sides of the window.

Step 4: Attach the Brackets

Now that you have drilled pilot holes for each bracket, you can attach them to your wall using the screws that came with them.

To attach the brackets, follow these steps:

• Align each bracket over its corresponding hole on your wall.
• Use a screwdriver or a drill to drive a screw through each hole on the bracket and into the pilot hole on the wall.
• Tighten each screw until it is snug but not too tight.
• Repeat for all brackets on both sides of the window.

Step 5: Snap

the Headrail into Place

The last step is to snap the headrail of your honeycomb blind into place on the brackets. This is very easy and quick to do.

To snap the headrail into place, follow these steps:

• With the front of the blind facing you, tilt the bottom of the headrail toward you and hook it onto the front lip of each bracket.
• Push up on the bottom of the headrail until it snaps into place on the back lip of each bracket. You should hear a click when it does.
• Lower the blind and test its operation.

And that’s it! You have successfully hung honeycomb blinds outside your window frame.

FAQs About Hanging Honeycomb Blinds

Here are some common questions that people have about hanging honeycomb blinds:

• Can I hang honeycomb blinds over other window coverings? Yes, you can hang honeycomb blinds over other window coverings like curtains or faux wood blinds. However, you may need to use longer screws or spacers to extend the brackets over the existing window coverings. You may also need to adjust the length of your honeycomb blinds to avoid interference with the other window coverings.
• Can I hang honeycomb blinds without drilling? Yes, you can hang honeycomb blinds without drilling if you use adhesive hooks or command strips instead of screws and brackets. However, this method may not be as secure or stable as drilling, especially for larger or heavier blinds. You may also damage the adhesive hooks or command strips when removing them from the wall or window frame.

Dale

Dale is the colorful mind behind HuetifulHomes.com, where he shows you how to create a home that is as fun and fabulous as you are. He has a passion for color and a knack for DIY, with years of interior design experience he shares his tips and tricks on how to create a home that reflects your personality and style. He believes that color is the key to happiness, and he wants to help you make your home more Huetiful.