Measuring Instructions for Solar Shades
Solar shades reduce and eliminate the sun’s glare, making them perfect for media rooms, home offices, and home theaters. But they are also great for blocking out the sun’s harmful UV rays, protecting your furniture, your carpets, and your family.
View Instructions for Inside Mount
Inside mounted solar shades mount inside the window casing, and do not cover the window molding.
View Instructions for Outside Mount
Outside mounted solar shades are mounted on the wall and cover the window molding.
Instructions for Inside Mounted Solar Shades
Depth Requirements
- In order for an inside mount to work, you have to first make sure you window has enough mounting depth. You can find out more about this by reading the info under the “Product Info” tab on the solar shades product main page.
Measuring the width
- Start by measuring the width from the inside edge of the window’s frame at the top.
- If you get a 1/16” or 1/32” increment, round down to the nearest 1/8”. (For example, if the smallest measurement is 24 9/16", round down to 24 1/2". If it's 24 3/8", no need to round down.)
- This will be the width you order.
Measuring the height
- Start by measuring the height from the inside of the window’s frame (the left, middle, and right).
- Record the largest height out of the 3 measurements up to the nearest 1/8”.
- If you get a 1/16” or 1/32” increment, round up to the nearest 1/8”. (For Example, If the largest measurement is 24 9/16", round up to 24 5/8". If it's 24 1/2", no need to round up.)
- This will be the height you order.
All the necessary deductions will be made by us. Do not make your own deductions to offset ours. Do not add to the width to make up for any deductions. Keep in mind that an outside mount is better for more light coverage.
Instructions for Outside Mounted Solar Shades
Choose an outside mount only if you want the solar shade to cover the entire opening of the window and the window frame. For an outside mount, we won’t make deductions or alterations for you. We will make them to the measurements you’ve given to us.
Flat surface requirements
- To find the product’s specific mounting requirements, read the information contained in the “Product Info” tab on whatever product you’re ordering.
Measuring the width
- The width of the window needs to be exact. Start with measuring from the top of the window opening.
- You’ll add 2 inches to each side, at least, to make sure the window is covered effectively.
- You now have the correct width to use when ordering your solar shades.
Measuring the height
- The height of the window needs to be exact. Start with measuring from the left, the middle, and finish up by measuring the right side of the window opening. Only worry about the largest height you’ve measured. You’ll add 2 inches to the top and bottom (four inches total), at least, to make sure the window is covered effectively.
- You now have the right height to use when ordering your solar shades.
Solar shades reduce and eliminate the sun’s glare, making them perfect for media rooms, home offices, and home theaters. But they are also great for blocking out the sun’s harmful UV rays, protecting your furniture, your carpets, and your family.
View Depth / Deductions Chart
Refer to this chart below for the deductions per collection based on the measurements you provide during checkout.
View Instructions for Inside Mount
Inside mounted solar shades mount inside the window casing, and do not cover the window molding.
View Instructions for Outside Mount
Outside mounted solar shades are mounted on the wall and cover the window molding.
| Solar Shades | Depth required for secure inside mount | Depth needed for flush inside mount | Flat surface for outside mount | Total Deduction |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classic Sheer Weave |
2 1/4" Exposed Roll 2" Cassette |
3" Exposed Roll 3 1/4" Cassette |
1 3/8" |
|
| Woven |
2 1/8" Cordless 1 1/4" Motorized |
4 1/8" Cordless 3 1/4" Motorized |
1 3/8" Cordless 5/8" Motorized |
|
| Nordic |
2 1/8" Cordless 1 1/4" Motorized |
4 1/8" Cordless 3 1/4" Motorized |
1 3/8" Cordless 5/8" Motorized |
|
| Modern Woven |
2 1/8" Cordless 1 1/4" Motorized |
4 1/8" Cordless 3 1/4" Motorized |
1 3/8" Cordless 5/8" Motorized |
|
| Contemporary |
2 1/8" Cordless 1 1/4" Motorized |
4 1/8" Cordless 3 1/4" Motorized |
1 3/8" Cordless 5/8" Motorized |
|
| Neutral |
2 1/4" Exposed Roll 3 1/4" Cassette |
3" Exposed Roll 3 1/4" Cassette |
1 3/8" |
|
| Motorized Sheer Weave/Motorized Neutral |
2 1/4" Exposed Roll 2" Cassette |
3" Exposed Roll 3 1/4" Cassette |
1 3/8" |
|
| Designer Series/Prestige Modern/Prestige Fashion |
1 1/4" Cassette 1" Exposed Roll 1 3/4" Premium Cordless |
3" Exposed Roll 3 3/4" Cassette 4" Premium Cordless |
1 1/2" |
|
| Premier Modern/Nomad/Minimalist/Precision |
2 1/2" Exposed Roll 4" Aluminum Fascia 2" Cassette |
3 3/8" Exposed Roll 4 3/8" Aluminum Fascia 4 1/4" Cassette |
2 1/2" All Lift Styles 4" Aluminum Fascia |
|
| Traditional/Timeless |
1 3/4" Exposed Roll under 58" x 66" 2 1/2" Exposed Roll over 58" x 66" 2 1/2" Cassette |
2 3/8" Exposed Roll under 58" x 66" 3 1/8" Exposed Roll over 58" x 66" 4 1/2" Cassette |
2 3/4" |
|
| Lifestyle/Sleek |
1 5/8" CCL/Cordless 2 1/2" CCL/Cordless with Fascia |
3" CCL/Cordless 3 5/8" CCL/Cordless with Fascia
|
2 3/8" CCL/Cordless 4" CCL/Cordless with Fascia
|
|
| Lifestyle Motorized |
1 5/8" All Lift Styles |
3" Motorized Wand 3" Motorization with Remote 3 5/8" Motorized Wand with Fascia 3 5/8" Motorization with Remote with Fascia |
2 3/8" Motorized Wand 2 3/4" Motorization with Remote 4" Motorized Wand with Fascia 4" Motorization with Remote with Fascia |
|
| Luxe Modern/Eclectic |
1" Exposed Roll Cordless 1" Exposed Roll Continuous Cord Loop 1" Exposed Roll Motorized Wand 1" Exposed Roll Motorization 1" Cassette |
3 3/4" All Lift Styles Varies on Rollup Size - Exposed Roll Continuous Cord Loop/ Exposed Roll Motorized Wand / Exposed Roll Motorization
|
1" All Lift Styles
|
|
| LEVOLOR |
1 1/2" All Lift Systems, Exposed Roll 1 1/2" All Lift Systems, Standard Fabric Valance 2 1/8" All Lift Systems, Cassette Valance |
2 1/2" All Lift Systems, Exposed Roll 3 1/4" All Lift Systems, Standard Fabric Valance 3 5/8" All Lift Systems, Cassette Valance |
1 1/8" All Lift Systems, Exposed Roll 1 1/8" All Lift Systems, Standard Fabric Valance 3" All Lift Systems, Cassette Valance |
|
Instructions for Inside Mounted Solar Shades
Depth Requirements
- In order for an inside mount to work, you have to first make sure you window has enough mounting depth. You can find out more about this by reading the info under the “Product Info” tab on the solar shades product main page.
Measuring the width
- Start by measuring the width from the inside edge of the window’s frame at the top.
- If you get a 1/16” or 1/32” increment, round down to the nearest 1/8”. (For example, if the smallest measurement is 24 9/16", round down to 24 1/2". If it's 24 3/8", no need to round down.)
- This will be the width you order.
Measuring the height
- Start by measuring the height from the inside of the window’s frame (the left, middle, and right).
- Record the largest height out of the 3 measurements up to the nearest 1/8”.
- If you get a 1/16” or 1/32” increment, round up to the nearest 1/8”. (For Example, If the largest measurement is 24 9/16", round up to 24 5/8". If it's 24 1/2", no need to round up.)
- This will be the height you order.
All the necessary deductions will be made by us. Do not make your own deductions to offset ours. Do not add to the width to make up for any deductions. Keep in mind that an outside mount is better for more light coverage. (Deductions may vary +/- 1/8"):
Instructions for Outside Mounted Solar Shades
Choose an outside mount only if you want the solar shade to cover the entire opening of the window and the window frame. All the necessary deductions will be made by us. Do not make your own deductions to offset ours. Do not add to the width to make up for any deductions. Keep in mind that an outside mount is better for more light coverage. (Deductions may vary +/- 1/8")
Flat surface requirements
- To find the product’s specific mounting requirements, read the information contained in the “Product Info” tab on whatever product you’re ordering.
Measuring the width
- The width of the window needs to be exact. Start with measuring from the top of the window opening.
- You’ll use that measurement and add the recommended minimum of 4 inches. This will ensure the window is properly covered.
- You now have the correct width to use when ordering your solar shades.
Measuring the height
- The height of the window needs to be exact. Start with measuring at the left, the middle, and finish up by measuring the right side of the window opening. You’ll use the largest of the three measurements and add the recommended minimum of 4 inches. This will ensure the window is properly covered.
- You now have the right height to use when ordering your solar shades.