How to Install Roller Blinds: Step-by-Step DIY Guide

Getting yourself prepared with the right tools will minimise potential frustrations during the installation process. Here's a list of essential tools:

1. Tape Measure: To ensure accurate measurements.
2. Pencil: For marking positions on the wall.
3. Level: To ensure your blinds are perfectly horizontal.
4. Drill: For making holes in the wall.
5. Drill Bits: Specific types for wood, plaster, and concrete.
6. Screws and Wall Anchors: To secure the brackets.
7. Screwdriver: To tighten screws.
8. Brackets and Fixings: Usually provided with your roller blinds.
9. Step Ladder: To reach higher points safely.

Know what you’re drilling into so you can avoid unnecessary mistakes and achieve the best results.

Wood

Use a standard wood drill bit.Screws will secure directly into the wood.

Plaster

Use a masonry drill bit to avoid cracking the plaster. Insert wall anchors before screwing in the brackets.

Concrete, stone brick or tile
Use a masonry drill bit. Insert heavy-duty wall anchors to hold the screws securely.

Which approach to take depends on whether your blinds are inside, or outside mounted:

Inside Mount: Place the brackets inside the window frame and use your pencil to mark the screw holes for each bracket. Ensure the brackets are level using a spirit level.

Outside Mount: Place the brackets outside the window frame and use your pencil to mark the screw holes for each bracket. Ensure the brackets are level using a spirit level. 

Depending on the design of your blinds, you may need to either snap your blinds into the brackets or insert them into individual bracket spaces. Check if the blinds are levelled or not. If you’re happy with the position, secure your blinds in place. If your roller blinds have cords, ensure they are kept out of reach of children and pets to prevent accidents. 

Install the bracket according to your markings using a power drill or screwdriver. Repeat this process for the second bracket and you will have successfully fixed both your brackets.

1. Use an appropriate drill bit for the type of wall material you’re drilling into.
   
   
2. Drill the holes at the marked points for the brackets.
   
   
3. Ensure the holes are deep enough for the screws and anchors, if applicable.

Once your roller blinds are installed, check its functionality by testing its movement. If the blind does not raise or lower smoothly, there may be an issue with the installation which can be easily fixed by removing the roller blinds from its brackets and re-attaching.

If your blinds have a tendency to roll up by themselves, the chain tension may need readjustment.

Always do careful planning and follow the instructions provided with your new blinds and this guide to installing roller blinds for your home and office improvement project. If you have additional questions, let us know and we’re here to help.