How to assemble Leroy Merlin roller blinds

Progress does not stand still, introducing new products into all spheres of human life. Today, the wooden window frames familiar to us are gradually fading into the background. Increasingly, owners of houses and apartments are installing plastic window packages. With such a design it is very convenient to use both classic fabric curtains and innovative blinds and roller products. Moreover, manufacturers of curtain structures, taking care of the integrity of plastic window frames, offer new options for fixing roller blinds without drilling. You can purchase such products in a specialized store, including the famous Leroy Merlin.

Step-by-step instructions on how to assemble roller blinds

Curtains are increasingly being chosen to frame windows. Recently, blinds have been considered fashionable, but roller blinds look much more attractive. With their help you can adjust the lighting in the room. Windows are not only the eyes of apartments, but also a connection with the outside world. Stylish curtains are often called light filters.

Roller blinds protect the room from the sun and give an original and attractive look to any room

For the kitchen, housewives usually purchase things that are easy to clean. More dense ones are suitable for the bedroom, colorful and bright ones for the nursery, and transparent ones for the dressing room. So, a product made of non-toxic, natural material is selected for the bedroom. This should be noted. Today there are products with the following systems:

Open type, when the curtain is wound directly onto an open roller.

Open type roller blinds are the most inexpensive

In closed curtains, the shaft with the fabric is hidden inside the body

Curtains “Zebra”

This is one of the latest developments in compact roll systems, where the fabric moves around two rollers - a lower and an upper one. The secret lies in the material with transparent and opaque stripes. When the stripes align, the room becomes dark, and when they diverge, it becomes light. An intermediate position creates different degrees of illumination.

Roller blinds “Zebra” or “Day and Night” do not go up. The amount of light in the room is regulated only by the relative position of the stripes on the fabric.

Components of roller blinds

In order to prepare the box, light wood species are used. The fabric must be environmentally friendly and non-toxic. The components of the cornice include:

canvas;
plugs on the sides;
inside – control mechanism;
on the side is the control chain.

Main parts of roller blinds

An example of an open type roller blind configuration

Thus, the package includes the required components, fasteners and instructions with pictures. Let us add that installation can be in the window opening, on the frame or simply on the sash. The last method is most often chosen. They can even be installed on a glass door. It's comfortable!

Main types

Depending on the design features and method of fastening, the following types of curtains are distinguished:

“Mini” – as simple as possible, with an open shaft with a canvas. Most often, such products are attached with self-tapping screws, but if necessary, they can also be hung with mounting tape. The design is lightweight and economical.
Cassette curtains are a drum system with a canvas placed inside a special box. Movement is ensured by side cassette guides. The fastening is carried out on the window profile, which eliminates the appearance of gaps and gaps. The box may have different colors. There is no need to drill additional mounting holes during installation.
Double curtains are a system equipped with a spring mechanism. This allows the curtains to be lowered and raised.

Examples of different types of roller blinds.

Unique blinds

The products are made of special fabric that does not fade or fade. The functional part of this product includes a smooth canvas that is easy to roll. The following types are available for sale:

Transparent, which can be seen in offices (combined with tulle).

A transparent roller blind is an analogue of regular tulle

Burn-out - translucent roller blinds that block approximately half of the sun's rays

The light transmission of day-night curtains depends on the density of the fabrics used in the manufacture of the fabric

Thick Black-Out curtains completely block out sunlight, retain heat and reduce street noise

Fabrics used in roller blinds

More often, materials are used that are resistant to moisture, various pollutants, ultraviolet radiation, fungi, etc. Another important characteristic is the degree of transparency of the fabric.

Translucent

These curtains have a lightweight fabric made from 1 layer of synthetic fabric. They let most of the sun's rays through, even when the curtain is down. In this case, the light passing through the fabric becomes diffused. It is impossible to see from the outside what is happening inside through such curtains. This type is well suited for windows located on the north side, as well as in cases where the room is too small and light colors and good lighting are required to visually enlarge it.

Translucent roller blinds.

Blackout

Roller blinds of this type have a light-proof curtain consisting of 3 layers of material. The first and last of them consist of natural or synthetic fabric. In this case, the middle layer is represented by a light-proof material. This type of roller blind is more often found in photo studios and rooms intended for presentations.

Blackout roller blinds.

Day Night

The design is equipped with a double fabric, represented by alternating opaque and mesh stripes. These curtains allow you to regulate the level of illumination in the room. In this case, there is no need to lift the canvas to see what is happening outside the window.

Roller blinds "day-night".

Multifunctionality

When assembled, the canvas is rolled into a roll. The material used ranges from completely transparent to dense. The basic one has dust-repellent and antistatic qualities.

In the open position, the curtain fabric is wound onto the shaft; when closed, the curtain falls down thanks to the weight strip

Important! Housewives purchase stain removers for cleaning based on the type of fabric.

The advantage of mini-roll is that the frame remains free. If you want the curtain to have a long service life, it must be dense and moisture resistant. When choosing, it is advised not to settle on the cheapest options. There are currently such types of roller blinds as:

Please note that assembly requires some skill and sleight of hand. Each method has its own advantages. The installation process may vary depending on the model. Experts call fixing with glue the fastest method of fastening. But this method is quite controversial.

Lightweight devices can also be attached with Velcro. The cheapest installation method is installation using liquid nails. So, self-tapping screws will hold a heavy structure perfectly. It's comfortable! Many models are designed so that installation is not too difficult.

Fixing directly on the window is widespread. Experts advise using removable latches. Devices that are installed without a drill look very neat. You can find out how to assemble a roller blind on a plastic profile here.

Mini-curtains are usually installed directly on the window sash using double-sided tape

Important! Before starting work, the surface must be degreased with alcohol. Also, before installation, you need to measure the width and height of the roller blinds.

If necessary, the curtain can be cut to the desired width

Roller blinds for plastic windows without drilling: installation example and video

Roller blinds have become quite popular with the advent and widespread distribution of plastic windows. Their demand is explained by the ease of operation and maintenance, as well as a very original and aesthetic appearance. This type of curtains is especially convenient and practical for balcony windows, since ordinary curtains hung on eaves are not very suitable for this room with an already small area. Although they do not “steal” the usable area, they visually make it significantly smaller.

Roller blinds for plastic windows without drilling

Many people really like this method of closing windows, but they are stopped by the fact that they will have to drill holes for fastenings in the window sashes, which will violate the integrity of the metal-plastic profile. Manufacturers of roller blind systems have foreseen this point and have developed special fastenings that can be easily assembled and installed without the help of a specialist armed with special tools. Installing roller blinds on plastic windows yourself without drilling the frame profile is quite possible, and even quite simple. To find out how to install it correctly, you need to understand at least a little about the design of this system.

What are roller blinds

Roller blinds are a structure consisting of a special fabric and a movable holder shaft, with which you can conveniently straighten, roll up and fix the curtain.

The fastening system of many models does not involve the use of screws and perforation of the window sash. The functioning of the system is based on the operating principle of the so-called “Roman blinds”, but adapted to modern materials and fasteners.

Roller blinds can be used either separately or in combination with “classic” curtains

Roller blinds can be used as an independent accessory or in combination with traditional curtains. These useful window accessories will help preserve expensive fabrics from fading under the influence of ultraviolet rays, and if they are tastefully matched to the curtains, then this “ensemble” can become an interior decoration. This type of curtain fits organically into any interior design style. They can be made in plain pastel neutral shades or have some kind of pattern.

Roller blinds with a pattern can become a decoration of the interior of the room

In addition, the canvas can be translucent or act as a protective barrier from the sun, completely blocking its rays from entering the room.

The convenience of the system also lies in the fact that the fabric in the fastenings can be replaced with another one. For example, in the summer you can install a solar curtain, and in the winter replace it with a brighter one, made in bright “summer” colors, which are so lacking at this time of year. Such a curtain will lift your spirits and create a favorable atmosphere in the room.

The curtain is compact, as it is mounted in the window opening, and due to the fact that it is located close to the glass, there is maximum protection from light entering through it. Therefore, even in a room located on the sunny side, you can create a comfortable environment in the most extreme heat.

Roller blinds resemble horizontal blinds, but their advantage is that they do not accumulate dust or create gaps. In addition, the canvas can be easily cleaned with a soft cloth and detergent. Curtains don't look as formal as blinds, which helps create a cozy feel in the rooms.

Video: roller blinds as an element of room interior decor

Types of roller blinds

Roller blinds, which can be installed without drilling window frames, can be divided into several varieties. To choose the right model, you need to consider the characteristics of all options.

Mini roller blinds

Mini roller blinds are the most affordable type of this interior accessory. They are very easy to install and operate. The shaft on which the canvas is wound is open, and the curtain itself stretches along the entire perimeter of the glass under the influence of a weighting agent installed along its lower edge. To prevent it from “rinsing,” simple clamps are used that are attached to the frame with double-sided tape. The simplest of them are magnets.

Mini roller blinds

This type of curtain can be called the most popular, due to its low price and the ability to be installed on any window. The design is easy to clean and compact in size.

Cassette type curtains

The cassette design differs from the “mini” one in that the shaft with the blade attached to it is located in a compact box. Therefore, when folded, the curtain is almost invisible and is also completely protected from ultraviolet rays.

Cassette curtain

The box can be matched to the color or texture of the frame. The material from which this element is made can imitate white plastic or wood texture.

It is possible to choose the optimal color box for cassette curtains

Mini cassette type curtains

Combined versions called “mini cassette” are also produced. They are installed on individual window sashes and do not interfere with their opening and closing. The canvas is also rolled into a box, which is installed on the top bar of the sash. These roller blinds, in turn, can be divided into two types:

Differences in the types of mini-cassette roller blinds UNI1 and UNI2

UNI 1 - this type of construction is designed for wide glazing beads, since the curtain guides are attached to the inside of them, along the entire perimeter of the glass, and the frame is installed directly on the top bar of the window sash. In this case, the canvas is as close as possible to the surface of the glass unit.
UNI 2 differs from the first type in that the guides are installed on the outer part of the bead on both sides of the glass. A curtain box is attached to the top strip of the window sash.

Additional criteria for choosing roller blinds

In addition to the classification mentioned above, roller blinds are divided into double and single. For double curtains, for example, there is an option called “day-night”. Their canvases consist of transparent and dense horizontal stripes, alternating with each other, and when the right combination is made, they allow you to achieve the desired effect of illumination of the room.

Curtains with day-night effect

When dense stripes are combined with each other, a striped “daytime” curtain is obtained that allows light to pass through. If one of the canvases is lowered or raised, then the dense stripes overlap completely or partially transparent ones on the other, and the curtain becomes “night”.

If you want to create twilight in the room during the daytime, the stripes can be combined in such a way that thin gaps are formed between them to allow light to pass through.

If you don’t want to see dark stripes on the window during the daytime, you can purchase an option where white stripes alternate with transparent ones.

This design allows you to smoothly adjust the intensity of the light flux entering the room through the windows.

Roller blinds are also divided into three types of blackout:

Transparent fabrics that completely transmit light and imitate tulle. During the daytime, they block the view of the premises from the street.
Shading sheets, translucent - they reduce the intensity of sunlight and diffuse bright light, making it soft and not causing discomfort.

Sun-protective or light-proof canvases can completely block the flow of light into the room. This option is perfect for a room or balcony located on the south or southwest side of the house.

A special material “Blackout” helps to achieve these effects, which is also used in the manufacture of day-night roller blinds.

The overwhelming number of roller blind models produced are opened and closed manually, most often using a special chain connected to the shaft gear. However, there are other types, quite expensive, in which an electric drive is installed, and control can be carried out using a remote control. These automated curtains are produced with two or one sheet, but always have a cassette design.

Roller blind sizes

In specialized stores today you can find a fairly wide range of roller blinds, but manufacturers mass-produce these accessories for windows of standard sizes. If the double-glazed windows are made according to individual projects and have very large or, conversely, small sizes, you will have to look for the possibility of placing an order. For existing manufacturing companies, this is considered common practice, and craftsmen take on such work without any problems.

Before purchasing, you need to accurately determine the type of curtains and the required sizes.

On sale you can usually always find curtains with a length of 1600, 1750, 2200 mm, and a width from 300 to 1400 mm, which basically corresponds to the dimensions of standard sashes and frames. Problems may arise with the width, since the sashes are sometimes made narrower. Therefore, before purchasing curtains, you need to take correct measurements. The implementation of this process will depend on the selected type of roll structure.

Measurements for mini curtains

The first step is to measure the width of the glass, plus the width of the glazing beads. Then it is not the height of the glass that is measured, but the entire window sash. It is better to write down the results.

Next, you need to determine the location of the control mechanism. It is usually installed on the hinge side of the window.
The next step is to select the type of fastening of the curtain to the window (it may differ - for an opening or a fixed sash).

Measurements for cassette curtains

This system requires special attention when measuring, since the curtain will be installed exactly in the frame opening. In this case, you need to pay attention to the shape of the glazing beads that hold the glass unit in place:

If the beads have a right angle, then the height and width of the glass are measured between them. This is the size of the curtain that needs to be purchased or ordered.
If the glazing beads are beveled, then the width and height of the glass are measured by the larger distance between them.

Measurements for mini cassette curtains

Taking measurements for cassette curtains

For a system of mini-cassette roller blinds type UNI 1, dimensions are taken according to diagram “a” shown in the drawing, that is, the size of the glass without glazing beads.
For UNI 2 type construction, the dimensions are taken from the glass, plus the width of the glazing beads.

Roller blinds are an excellent addition to high-quality metal-plastic windows.
The recommendations outlined in a separate publication on our portal will help the right metal-plastic window with double-glazed windows Well, if the homeowner is confident in his own abilities and wants to install a plastic window himself , then let him read another article by following the link.

How to install roller blinds on plastic windows without drilling the frame profile

Installation technologies for various types of roller blinds each have their own individual characteristics. The only thing that unites them is the absence of the need to perforate the window frame to secure the structure.

Illustration	Brief description of the operation performed
	The first thing you need to do is prepare all the components for the curtains. They should be laid out on the table and, based on the technical description, assembled into the desired structure. In this case, we present parts designed for opening and fixed windows. Both installation options will be discussed below.
	The photo clearly shows details that look like hooks - brackets, they will hold the roller with the curtain on the window sash. There are also parts that have a semicircular shape on one side. In one of them there is a round hole - a groove, and in the other there is a protruding part - a tenon. The same mating elements are located on both sides of the roller. These parts must be installed on the roller - accordingly, the groove is aligned with the tenon on each side.

Installation of a mini roller blind on an opening window sash

Illustration	Brief description of the operation performed
	To install the structure, which is mounted on an opening window, you will need the following parts: the roller blind itself on the roller, brackets, a chain lifting mechanism, fixing clips and special double-sided tape.
	The brackets will not just hook onto the window sash - they must additionally be fixed to it using double-sided tape. Therefore, first of all, the areas on them where the tape will be glued need to be thoroughly degreased and dried. Then small pieces of tape are glued onto them.
	The next step is to connect the brackets to tongue-and-groove holders using a special fastener.
	Then, a chain mechanism is put on one side of the roller, and brackets with holders are installed.
	Next, fitting is carried out - the assembled structure is placed with brackets on the upper part of the open window and aligned, that is, the correct position of the curtain on the window frame is determined.
	Then, you should mark the exact location of the brackets. It is needed in order to tightly fix the brackets with double-sided tape after degreasing the surface.
	Degreasing the outside of the window frame strip is carried out using a special product or regular alcohol. Other organic solvents are strictly contraindicated! After completing this process, the surfaces are allowed to dry thoroughly.
	Next, the protective film is removed from the tape glued to the brackets. The brackets are placed on the top bar of the open window sash and pressed firmly against its surface.
	It is necessary to snap the clamp provided on the bracket until it stops.
Read also: Laminated window sills - a combination of aesthetics and practicality	The second bracket is installed and fixed in the same way.
	Next, on the side where the spike with gear is located on the bracket, a chain mechanism is mounted that will open and close the curtain.
	After this, a roller with a curtain is inserted into the brackets fixed on the window. This is done very carefully so as not to damage the plastic parts.
	This photo clearly shows how tightly the brackets should fix the roller together.
	The last thing to do is to make sure that the design is working by checking the opening and closing of the curtains, transmitting the necessary force through the chain.

Installation of mini roller blinds on a blind window sash

Since the window does not open, hook brackets are not suitable for installing roller blinds on it. Therefore, in this case, you will have to use special plates with grooves to snap holders onto them - side brackets with a gear.

Illustration	Brief description of the operation performed
	Since the window does not open, hook brackets are not suitable for mounting roller blinds on it, so in this case you will have to use special plates with grooves for snapping holders onto them - side brackets with a gear.
	Double-sided tape is glued to the plates degreased with alcohol or a special compound.
	After this, the side brackets are attached to the plates.
	When finished they look like this.
	Then, a chain mechanism is installed on the gear, and the brackets are inserted into the shaft.
	Next, the design is tried on the window, and the desired position of the curtain is marked on it. The brackets will be secured only with tape to the top strip of the window frame.
	The place where the plates with side support brackets will be glued must also be degreased very well.
	Then, the protective film is removed from the tape. The brackets are installed in the marked places and pressed firmly.
	After this, a chain mechanism is put on the roller with the curtain on the side where the gear is located, and the roller is mounted on the window in fixed brackets. The last step is to check the operation of the mechanism - to do this you need to unfold and fold the curtain fabric several times.

Description of the installation process of cassette roller blinds

Illustration	Brief description of the operation performed
	In this case, the set of roller blinds includes guides. Often the manufacturer himself already applies special tape to all the elements, and during installation all that remains is to simply remove the protective film and stick the elements to the marked places. This type of curtain is sold assembled, that is, the curtain is already fixed in the box, so installing such a structure is quite simple.
	The box of the cassette version of roller blinds is fixed to the top strip of the window sash. But first of all, it needs to be degreased and marked on it. These actions are necessary to ensure that the box stands perfectly horizontally and exactly in the center of the window glass, since in the future the curtain must fall into the guides fixed vertically on both sides of the glass unit.
	The next step is to try on the box on the degreased area. Then the protective film is removed from the adhesive tape located on its back wall, and the entire assembled assembly is firmly pressed against the top bar of the window sash.
	Next, you need to glue the guides. They, depending on the type of curtain (UNI 1 or UNI 2), are mounted on the outside of the glazing bead, or on the inside, with one side in this case pressed against the glass. In this case, the installation of curtains of type UNI 2 is presented, when the guide runs along the outside of the bead.
	If tape is already installed on the guides, then the parts are first tried on, aligning them with the box. If the manufacturer does not provide adhesive tape, then it must first be glued (after degreasing the surface) to the plane of the guide that should be adjacent to the surface of the sash.
	Then, 30÷40 mm of the protective film is removed from the tape.
	After this, the guide is installed in the box and to the bead.
	Holding the guide in place with your right hand, carefully and gradually with your left, remove the protective film from the entire strip of tape.
	When all the film has been removed, the guide is firmly pressed against the bead. In the same way, a second guide is installed along the bead on the opposite side of the double-glazed window.
	Having secured the guides, the curtain fabric is placed in them, as it will move inside them. The next step is to put a locking ring on the chain mechanism, which will prevent the chain from slipping along the gear.
	And the last stage is to test the curtains for opening and closing.

As you can see from the above options for fastening curtains without drilling, installing a cassette type is even easier in some ways than a “mini” one, but both options are quite accessible for self-installation. The main thing is to carry out the process slowly and as carefully as possible. If the markings are carried out correctly, then installing all the elements will not take much time and effort.

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Well-known manufacturers of roller blinds

A few words need to be said about the manufacturers of roller blinds, of which there are quite a lot on the Russian market, so the range of these products is quite large. It is impossible to list all popular brands, but some of them are worth talking about.

Almost all manufacturers of roller blinds produce products with standard parameters, and also make them to order according to the dimensions provided by the customer.

Thus, products from the following manufacturers are offered to Russian consumers:

Inspire is a subsidiary whose production facilities are located all over the world, including in Russia. This manufacturer makes curtains from natural materials, so their price is quite high. However, despite this, they are popular among buyers due not only to their environmental friendliness, but also to the high quality of workmanship.
Lotari is a Chinese manufacturing company that makes its products mainly from polyester. Such curtains have an affordable price and therefore are quite in demand among consumers. However, as you know, products from China are not always of high quality, so it’s worth thinking about when deciding to save money.
Eskar is a Russian company that offers roller blinds of various types made from synthetic materials. The company has been working in the domestic market for a long time, producing high-quality products of various colors and parameters. During its activity, it received excellent reviews from customers.
"Uyut" - the company has been operating since 1986 and specializes in interior decor products. It produces, among other things, many models of roller blinds from various materials, which serve both as a decorative decoration for the home and as a functional interior accessory, for example, for sun protection or “day-night” type.
“New Leader” - this company, in full accordance with its name, occupies a leading position in the Russian market in the production of roller blinds and roller blinds. Having extensive experience in this area, this manufacturer guarantees customers the quality of its products.
Decor City is also a Russian company that has been working in the production of curtains for quite a long time - since 1993. The products of this company can be made from both synthetic and natural materials. Accordingly, models can be in a wide price range, but the manufacturer, in any case, guarantees the quality of its product.

Catalogs of most manufacturers with models, sizes, descriptions of design and functionality, colors, price levels, if desired, can be found on the Internet. Very often, company websites offer the ability to place an order immediately. Well, as the reader has already seen, it is quite possible to install it yourself.

Prices for roller blinds

Roller blinds

Video: example of installing roller blinds on a metal-plastic window.

Detailed assembly sequence

First, assemble the bracket and fix the parts until they click.
Then double-sided tape is glued to the platform (if the installation takes place on it).
The brackets are connected to the platform until there is a characteristic click.
The structure is assembled on the windowsill first.
Place it on the window sash and mark with a pencil the placement of the left and right landings. Then glue the pad into place under the markings.
The right bracket is installed, and a shaft with fabric is put on it. Next, add the left one, make a note regarding the location of the left site. Then the left one is disconnected from the platform. The empty part must be glued to the marked place on the profile.
You need to place the shaft in the right one and fix the left one.
Then release the curtain and mark the position of the latch.

The process of assembling and installing curtains is quite simple, but requires precision and accuracy

Note! It is recommended to attach the curtain to the sash based on the width of the material. Double-sided tape can only be applied once. Although they are installed quickly in this way - in 10 minutes.

If you are not confident in your own abilities, it is advised to turn to specialists. It is recommended to call a surveyor by leaving a request on the appropriate website.

Another roller blind assembly is proposed, step by step instructions below. There are the following stages of installation on a “blind sash” using adhesive tape:

Use fastenings without self-tapping screws. The window profile must be degreased in advance, markings must be made and the installation locations must be marked with a pencil.
Then remove the protective layer of double-sided tape and attach the brackets. First, they are mounted where the manual or automatic control element will be placed.

Installation on hanging brackets is only possible on movable window sashes

When installing curtains on glazing beads, the length of the screw should not exceed the depth of the glazing bead, otherwise the glass unit may be damaged

Features of installing closed roller blinds

Devices of this type are distinguished by the fact that the fastening elements here are part of the overall structure. The shaft cannot be pulled out during operation. You will have to drill in close proximity to it.

When attaching cassette curtains to glazing beads, it is important to determine the length of the screws so as not to damage the double-glazed window.

To get to the fasteners and the holes located in them, you need to remove the side plugs. Otherwise, the installation process differs little.

Aesthetic and practical

The use of plastic profiles has led to changes in the design of houses. Heavy curtains have been replaced by functional devices. They are easy to maintain. This should be taken into account.

Roller blinds, often used in modern interior design, are easy to care for and use.

The only disadvantages are that they cannot adjust the direction of light and look a little “laconic”. Although the entire space of the room is used as rationally as possible.

Let us add that plastic windows differ from their wooden counterparts. Ordinary curtains do not look very aesthetically pleasing with such glazing.

How to take apart curtains

It will be easier to disassemble the curtain if you understand its structure. The diagram shows a typical open type roller blind design

If the material is attached to adhesive tape, you will need to peel it off.
If the product is attached to self-tapping screws, they should be unscrewed, then the base should be removed.
If the curtains are mounted on a spring bracket, you need to pry up one of the fasteners and remove the roll.

Description of design

The design of roller blinds consists of the following elements:

Control block;
control circuit;
control circuit connector;
control circuit retainer;
pipe D 17;
bottom bracket for fishing line;
fishing line ring;
plumb line;
plugs for plumb line;
sealing brush;
attachment for fastening;
hanging bracket (metal or plastic);
tape for gluing the box, guides and brackets.

The width, length and control side of the product are determined based on the customer’s wishes, taking into account the individual design features of the window frame. It is important to pay attention to the location of window hinges and handles. By default, the control height is 2/3 of the product height. The method of winding the fabric can be direct or reverse.

The fabric does not change size when wet and is not susceptible to exposure to sunlight.

The minimum width of roller blinds can be 25 cm, and the maximum - 150 cm. Similarly, the height varies from 20 cm to 180 cm. If mounted in a window opening, it is advisable to subtract 1-2 cm for adjustment in the presence of uneven slopes.

Materials for production

The best modern fabrics are used to make roller blinds.

Transparent

Screen roller blinds are the most modern window design. They look original both in the apartment and in the office. For their manufacture, fabrics are used that can transmit daylight, but at the same time filter harmful ultraviolet radiation. These models fit perfectly into any setting. During the day, prying eyes will not be able to see what is happening in the room, but at night it is better to cover the window with curtains.

Such curtains do not weigh down the window with fabric, open up the space, and regulate the light in the room.

Dimout

This is a three-layer fabric with a double satin weave in combination with polyester fibers that has not undergone any additional processing. Light absorption is 80-90% and is carried out using special fibers located in the middle layer of the fabric. Dark colors absorb light more actively. Such fabrics allow diffused light to pass through during the day, and provide complete darkness at night.

Mini roller shutters are suitable not only for window decoration, but also for balcony doors.

Curtains help keep the house cool and quiet, protect from sunlight and decorate the interior. They are also suitable for offices, hotels and public spaces.

Day and night

Allows you to adjust the intensity of room lighting: from soft diffused rays to maximum darkness. This is a double fabric with alternating stripes of transparent and dense fabric.

The entire system is selected in color according to the specifics of the room.

Curtains are indispensable in children's rooms and recreation areas or home theaters. They are made of dense material that blocks sunlight and at the same time retains heat in the room.

Blackout

Fabric designed to protect rooms from outside light. A true blackout is a dimout with an additional two or three layers of acrylic foam, which forms a kind of rubberized surface. Light absorption reaches almost 100%. Translated it means total eclipse.

Such curtains were created in Finland, where white nights are a common occurrence. Lightproof mini-systems protect against light penetration and make windows stylish and beautiful.

They are guided by whether it is the sunny side or the shady side, because they have different color schemes.

Three-layer fabric is valued higher. It has high levels of light, heat and noise insulation, and also does not accumulate dust.

Plain blackout curtains create an atmosphere of comfort in offices, hotels, restaurants, spa centers and nightclubs.

pros

Mini roller blinds have a lot of advantages:

the edges do not bend or wrinkle;
resistant to fading;
do not flutter in the wind;
special impregnation;
protection from sun, dust and noise;
reliable mechanism;
Possibility of installation on different types of windows;
wide selection of fabrics (texture, color, pattern);
special Blackout fabrics provide varying degrees of sun protection (partial scattering of rays or complete darkening);
ease of installation allows you to install them yourself;
affordable prices.

Minuses

There are practically no downsides to this system. This can only be: poor-quality fittings, incorrect installation or careless operation.

Additional Information

Such devices must be kept clean. The housewife's dust is removed with a vacuum cleaner at low power or with a steam generator. To wash, it is recommended to rinse in the shower, unfolding the fabric in a horizontal position, or clean with a natural-based stain remover. As a last resort, there is also dry cleaning.

When cleaning the fabric, try not to rub or press too hard on the fabric.

Tips for use

If you need to wash them, you should:

roll them up;
disconnect the fishing line;
unhook the weight plug;
remove the protective capsule;
remove the tube with tissue using a screwdriver.

To pull out a roll of fabric, you need to press on the latches located in the side brackets

Important! This item cannot be wrung out. You can iron the curtain with a slightly hot iron.

The advantages of such curtains include:

variety of control systems;
the ability to fix the material at almost any height;
cleaning with a damp cloth;
technology of impregnation of the product with a special composition;
combination with traditional curtains;
Possibility of placement in doorways;
large selection of textures and shades.

The only disadvantage is that the working mechanism sometimes quickly fails.

Lubricating the rubbing parts of curtains increases the service life of plastic parts

User manual

Movements are made without jerking, smoothly.
Do not touch the fabric with wet hands.
Do not hang products near radiators or stoves.
If the mechanism jams, experts advise lubricating it thoroughly.

You need to use roller blinds carefully, as they have plastic fasteners

A variety of colors will help you choose a product for almost any room. The window will look unusual. It's economical and practical! With their help, it is quite possible to create a unique apartment design.

How to attach roller blinds without drilling

Varieties

Roller blinds for plastic windows without drilling come in two options:

The cheapest models are mini. They are as easy as possible to use. These models have an open shaft, a free canvas that stretches along the window opening. To prevent the canvas from sagging, a variety of fasteners are used for fixation, for example, magnets.

Cassette models are practical products. When assembled, the canvas is reliably protected from dust and other negative environmental influences. Such roller blinds do not lose their attractive appearance and are not subject to fading. Manufacturers offer a wide range of colors for boxes, which allows you to choose a model that is ideal for a given interior design. Cassette roller blinds are perfect for fixed and opening plastic windows. Thanks to their special design, the products do not interfere with the movement of the sashes.

Cassette roller blinds without drilling in Leroy Merlin are presented in two variations:

Models equipped with side guides, which are fixed on wide glazing beads inside the opening.
U-shaped guides for fastening from the outside of the window opening.

Ready-made roller blinds without drilling are available in single and double versions. The latter include models with a day-night effect, which consist of darkened and transparent strips of fabric.

Recommendations for choosing mini curtains

First you need to know whether individual doors or the entire opening will be closed. The entire system is selected in color design in connection with the specifics of the room, its design, the color of the walls and furniture, and is also guided by whether it is the sunny side or the shady side, because they have different color schemes.

The compact roll-up system is selected if each leaf needs to be closed separately

Then you need to decide on the sizes. The maximum size is when the width is 1.5 meters, the height is about 2 meters, with dimensions of 35 centimeters. The system does not support much weight, so it is better to take parts for individual sashes. When choosing curtains, you need to take into account that the width of the shaft is larger than the curtain itself.

Important! The window handle should not interfere with the fabric's descent and rise.

You need to take into account the room in which the rolls will hang; here you need to choose the type of curtains - what kind of shading and insulation from the street side they will need to provide. It is necessary to choose the type of system that is most suitable for blocking the light. So, for example, for the bedroom it is BlackOut, for the living room “Day and Night” and so on.

The color and type of fabric is selected depending on the lighting and interior of the room

For the bedroom, curtains made of thick material are usually selected.

You need to look at the manufacturer of this interior detail, what its pricing policy is and what colors and types of curtains it offers. Curtains from domestic manufacturers, such as Eskar, are quite suitable; they are made of natural materials and environmentally friendly; natural ingredients are also used for cleaning them.

In cassette curtains, the fabric on the roller is closed in a box, so it gets dirty less and lasts longer

Of the many options, it is better to turn to the catalogs of online stores; there are thousands, if not more minirollo curtains of different colors, made from different materials and different sizes. There are a great variety of these catalogs on the Internet, and you just need to choose one that sells products at the location where the buyer is located in order to avoid problems with delivering goods to your home.

When purchasing curtains, special attention is paid to the quality of the product, because the Chinese manufacturer also fills our market with mini-blind systems, which are not always as good as we would like.

For the kitchen, it is better to choose a canvas made of synthetic fabric, which is easier to clean

For rooms with south-facing windows, curtains with solar reflective coating are recommended

When choosing mini roller blinds for plastic windows, you need to choose whether the entire window will be covered by blinds or its separate sash.

You need to clearly know what kind of darkening of curtains is needed in the room, and from this you need to decide on the type of mini-rollo curtains.

Installation features

Roller blinds for windows without drilling in Leroy Merlin are equipped with one of two fastening options:

On hooks.
On construction tape.

In the first case, minirollos are fixed on a plastic window using an adhesive gasket. However, if the design contains a low-quality, weak hook, the design will interfere with the normal functioning of the window sash, which will create some inconvenience.

In the second case, the cassette structure is attached to construction tape. If this fastening option does not seem reliable, you can additionally secure the tapes with glue.

To purchase roller blinds with fastening without drilling from Ikea or Leroy Merlin, you need to measure the window correctly. If the plastic structure has straight beads, then the curtain should occupy the distance from one bead to the other. This applies to both horizontal and vertical measurements. If the opening is figured, the curtain is selected according to the maximum value of the distance between the glazing beads. In any case, the window dimensions must be measured to the nearest millimeter.

Installation details

Reviews from buyers of window designs in Ikea and Leroy Merlin state that each product must be accompanied by step-by-step instructions for assembling and installing roller blinds. However, there are additional recommendations from experienced craftsmen that you will not find in any instructions from the manufacturer. So, in order for ready-made roller blinds to be ideally mounted on a plastic frame, it is necessary to use a plumb line or level. If there is the slightest distortion, the structure will not serve properly.

Before fixing the rolled product, you need to lean it against the frame and mark the points of future attachment with a pencil. For reliable fixation of the adhesive tape, the surface must be thoroughly degreased. Considering the considerable weight of ready-made cassette structures, it is recommended to use high-quality, expensive construction tape for installation. To make it easier to remove the protective tape from the tape, you need to preheat it with a hairdryer.

Features of selection and use

User reviews claim that ready-made miniroll or cassette products are very convenient to use. If you need to decorate a window opening in the kitchen, it is better to give preference to cassette models. Thanks to the box, which contains the assembled canvas, the curtain will not become dirty or covered with kitchen grease. As for the price/quality ratio, the catalogs of many stores offer a wide range of ready-made roll products mounted on a plastic frame without drilling. At the same time, the price of such structures does not exceed three thousand rubles per window.

In conclusion, we note that even if you do not know how to attach roll structures to window openings, the video instructions will help in this matter. Having once studied the technology, every home craftsman can easily attach a curtain to a window. Considering that these curtain designs do not require the use of special tools, any housewife can cope with the task. Therefore, feel free to purchase ready-made roller blinds for plastic windows, because this is a reasonable, practical and economical investment in your home life.