Measuring for Perfect Fit Shutters
Your new perfect fit shutters will fit perfectly if you follow our simple step by step measuring instructions. You’ll be a measuring maestro in no time.
Important Notes
Perfect Fit Shutters are fixed directly into uPVC windows and doors, making taking window or door measurements a quick and easy process. Measuring for perfect fit shutters is easy when you follow our step-by-step guides.
Rubber Bead Check
Ensure your window has a rubber beading between the window frame and the glass.
Most windows have a rubber beading
Sometimes the rubber beading can be hidden under the frame. If your window does NOT have any rubber beading the Perfect Fit blinds will not be suitable.
Beading Check
With a metal tape measure, ensure the rubber beading is less than 6mm wide, from the edge of the frame to the edge of the glazing.
If your rubber beading is wider than 6mm perfect Fit blinds will not be suitable.
Rubber Bead Depth Check
Gently insert a credit card between your rubber beading and the glass. You must be able to push the card in at least 1cm
Measuring Perfect Fit Shutters Step By Step
Step 1
Measure the Width
Measure the width of the glass in your window in three places (top, middle, bottom). Use the smallest measurement as your width.
Step 2
Measure the Drop
Measure the drop of the glass in your window in three places (top, middle, bottom). Use the smallest measurement as your width.
Step 3
Measure your frame depth
Place a credit card flat against the frame on your window or door, so it’s overlapping the glass. Measure the gap between your credit card and the glass. This is your frame depth
Note: The frame depth is to determine the size of brackets you need for your perfect fit shutter.
Step 4
Measure your handle position
A section of the shutter frame will be customized to fit your window handle opening.
Rotate your handle to its fully open position, observing how it pivots on its mount.
Measure from the edge of the glass to the center of the handle’s pivot point. When the handle is positioned at the bottom of the window, measure from the left side of the glass. If the handle is on the left or right, always measure from the bottom of the glass.
Step 5
Enter your measurements
Go to your chosen product, enter your width and drop measurements and follow the remaining steps to customise your Perfect Fit Shutters.