Cutting Down Bamboo Blinds

How to cut down the width of a bamboo blind make sure the blind is tightly rolled up.

Cutting down bamboo blinds.

Mark with a pencil where you want to cut the valance. Make sure the edges are even as you roll so when they are cut they will remain even. Determine your window size and how much overhang you are ok with. Measure and mark where to cut measure again.

Cut the bamboo blinds and headrail evenly with a hacksaw or electric saw. I needed to take off about 3 on each side. Cut the headrail as well. Roll up blinds from bamboo mat.

Cut the blinds at your measurements using a miter saw. Position your scissors in the gap between the bamboo pieces so you can cut across the blinds. If you only want to make the. Cut across the width of the blinds until you can remove the bottom piece.

How to custom cut bamboo blinds. If your blinds are irregular you may only want to cut one side to make them appear more even. If the valance is too wide to fit within your window sill follow these simple steps to cut it down. Tape the rolled bamboo blinds in the center to hold them in place.

In this instructable i show how to make easy bamboo roll up blinds. Start your cut just below the strings you glued to remove the bottom of the blinds. Remove the tape and clamps or rubber bands. For my window i was using three sets of blinds hanging then side by side as close as i could get them.

Use a pair of scissors to cut through the strings just below your glue. Cutting down the valance. You can either cut both sides evenly or simply cut one side only if there is a minimal size reduction needed. It s an easy diy project.

Roll the bamboo shades tightly around the headrail. One blind cost me less than 10. Depending on your bamboo blinds and how much material you re removing you might have to cut a slot on the headrail and or move the mounting bracket. Tape it in place.

Measure and mark the natural woven shades where you wish to cut them. Cut the headrail as well. Get free shipping on qualified bamboo outdoor shades or buy online pick up in store today in the window treatments department. Slowly cut through the tape and slats.