How To Measure Honeycomb/Cellular Shades

Instructions for Inside Mounted Honeycomb/Cellular Shades

Depth Requirements

  • The first step is to confirm that your window is deep enough for an inside mount. The product’s minimum mounting surface requirements are under the "Specifications" tab on the information page for your product.

 

Measuring the width


  • To determine the width, measure from left to right on the top, middle, and the bottom. Use the smallest width out of those numbers.
  • 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 is the width you will use when ordering.

Measuring the height


  • To determine the height, measure from top to bottom on the top left, then the center of the window, and then the top right to the bottom of the window sill. Use the largest height out of those numbers.
  • 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 is the height you will use when ordering.

Instructions for Outside Mounted Honeycomb/Cellular Shades

Since an outside mount covers the window opening and frame fully, there are additions you need to make to make sure the correct size is ordered. We will make your product to the measurements you give us, and we won’t make changes or additions.

Flat surface requirements

  • First decide where you want to mount the blind outside of the window frame. You need at least 2 ½” of a flat surface. You can mount it on top of the trim or hang it above the trim. More specific mounting information can be found under the "Specifications" tab on the information page for your product.

Measuring the width


  • Begin by measuring the exact width of the window opening in three main places (top, middle, and bottom).
  • Record the largest width out of the 3 measurements.
  • Take the largest width of the three measurements and add a minimum addition of at least 2” on each side, for a total of 4”. For more light coverage and privacy, add even more to the measurement.
  • When ordering, use this final number for the width.

Measuring the height


  • Measuring the height is easy. Simply measure the height of the window in three places, including the top left, the middle, and the top right, all ending at the bottom of the sill. Using the largest of the three numbers, add at least 2 inches for the top and the bottom. This will give your shades adequate coverage to block out unwanted light and help you keep your privacy.
  • The final number you come up with will be the height you use when placing your order.

We will make all the necessary deductions based on the measurements you provide during checkout. Do not make your own deductions. Don’t add to the width to make up for any deductions that we will take. For more light coverage, choose an outside mount. See the chart below for the deductions per collection (Deductions may vary +/- 1/8"):


  • Factory deductions and minimum depth requirements may vary based on feature options chosen when customizing your product. Always refer to the individual product's specifications for a more detailed overview of this information before placing your order.
Cellular Shades Minimum depth required for secure inside mount Minimum depth required for flush inside mount Flat surface required for outside mount Total Deduction
Cordless / Neutral 3/4" 2 1/8" 1 1/2"
  • 1/4" off inside mount headrail
  • 3/8" off inside mount fabric
Tranquil 1 3/4" 2" 1 3/8"
  • 3/8" off inside mount headrail
  • 1/8" off inside mount fabric
Linen / Dual Layer 1 3/8" 2 1/8" 1 3/8"
  • 1/4" off inside mount headrail
  • 1/2" off inside mount fabric
  • 1/8" off outside mount fabric
Casual 7/8" 2" 1"
  • 1/4" off inside mount headrail
  • 3/8" off inside mount fabric
Select

1 1/4" All Cordless Lifts

3/4" All Motorized Lifts & Continuous Cord Loop

2 1/4" All Cordless Lifts

2 1/8" All Motorized Lifts & Continuous Cord Loop

1" All Cordless Lifts

1 1/2" All Motorized Lifts & Continuous Cord Loop
  • 1/4" off inside mount headrail
  • 3/8" off inside mount fabric
  • 1/8" off outside mount fabric
Premier Collection

1 1/4" All Cordless Lifts

3/4" All Motorized Lifts & All Continuous Cord Loop Lifts

2 1/4" All Cordless Lifts

2 1/8" All Motorized Lifts & All Continuous Cord Loop Lifts

1" All Cordless Lifts

1 1/2" All Motorized Lifts & All Continuous Cord Loop Lifts
  • 1/4" off inside mount headrail
  • 5/8" off inside mount fabric
  • 3/8" off outside mount fabric
Green Luxury 1 1/4" 2 1/4" 1 1/4"
  • 1/4" off inside mount headrail
  • 1/4" off inside mount fabric
Lifestyle / Woodland 1" 1 7/8" 1 1/4"
  • 3/8" off inside mount headrail
  • 3/8" off inside mount fabric
Designer Textured 1" 2 1/2" 1/2"
  • 1/4" off inside mount headrail
  • 3/8" off inside mount fabric
LEVOLOR

3/4" All Cordless Lifts & Continuous Cord Loop

1 1/4" Motorization

2 1/8" All Cordless Lifts & Motorization

3 5/8" Continuous Cord Loop

 1 1/2"
  • 3/16" off inside mount headrail
  • 1/4" off inside mount fabric
Core Comfort Cordless Light Filtering / Value Cordless Light Filtering

1 3/16" Cordless Lift

1 3/8" Cordless Top Down Bottom Up

2" Cordless Lift

2 1/8" Cordless Top Down Bottom Up

1 1/4" Cordless Lift

1 3/8" Cordless Top Down Bottom Up
  • 3/8" off inside mount headrail
  • 3/8" off inside mount fabric
Core Comfort Cordless Blackout / Value Cordless Blackout 1 3/8" 2 1/8" 1 3/8"
  • 3/8" off inside mount headrail
  • 3/8" off inside mount fabric
Green Living 1 3/4"

2" Cordless Lift

2 3/8" Cordless Top Down Bottom Up

 1 1/2"
  • 1/4" off inside mount headrail
  • 1/4" off inside mount fabric
Conventional Cordless 3/4" 2 1/8" 1 1/2"
  • 1/4" off inside mount headrail
  • 3/8" off inside mount fabric
No-Drill Cordless Complete Blackout 2 5/8" 3" N/A
  • 5/8" off headrail
  • 5/8" off fabric
Legacy

1 1/4" Cordless

3/4" Motorized/Cord Loop

2 1/4" Cordless

2 1/8" Motorized/Cord Loop

1" Cordless

1 1/2" Motorized/Cord Loop
  • 1/4" off inside mount headrail
  • 5/8" off inside mount fabric
  • 3/8" off outside mount fabric
Stick2Fit 1 1/8" 1 1/8" 1 1/8"
  • 1/8" off inside mount headrail
  • 1/8" off fabric