Shopping For New Window Treatments? Why Professionally Measure Windows In Las Vegas
It’s time for new window coverings. You know better than to eyeball your window’s dimensions, so you pull out your tape measure. Or, instead, why not have the pros do it? There are multiple reasons why the pros should measure your windows in Las Vegas. So put away the measuring tape and pick up the phone to get accurate measurements and the best window treatments possible.
Why Should I Measure Windows In My Las Vegas Home?
If you’re installing window coverings, measuring the window is necessary! Even though stores try to sell common sizes, there simply is no “standard” window. If you choose a ready-made product, it will never fit your window how you want. Instead, you ought to measure your window and buy a custom product.
Customized window treatments work and look better than a product that’s pre-made. For one, a one-of-a-kind treatment doesn’t stick out past the edges of your window or be too small to block the view inside or light. It will fit within your window casement precisely. You also get to customize how to operate your window treatment, whether requesting a hidden tilt rod on interior shutters or adding motorization to a window shade. You have additional choices for opacity, color, hardware and beyond.
When Do I Need To Get My Windows Measured By The Experts?
It’s always good to have windows measured by the experts. For one, if the experts measure your windows, they’ll also install the treatments. That’s one less task for you. As experts who deal with window coverings all the time, they have perfected the best methods for measuring windows. They’ll measure correctly and quickly.
Having windows measured for custom window treatments is necessary. After all, they aren’t actually custom if they don’t fit your window precisely. If you own an arched window or other specialty shape, don’t try DIY measuring. Your installer will want to take exacting measurements to determine the shape and angle for ordering your treatments.
Can I Measure My Windows Myself?
You can certainly try to measure your windows yourself. You’ll be required to if you expect to install your window treatments by yourself. Finding the approximate size of your windows can also help with requesting estimates from window treatment installers when you’re searching for one.
How Do I Measure My Windows?
The prime method for measuring your Las Vegas windows is always to ask a specialist to do it. However, if you need an idea of your window’s measurements, follow these tips:
- Use an aluminum tape measure.
- Always measure to the closest 1/8-inch.
- Measure the window depth first for inside mount treatments.
- Depending on the kind of desired window treatment, you’ll measure either the width and height inside the window casement or from the edges of the window frame.
- Always record window measurements as width by height.
Won’t Hiring The Pros Be Expensive?
Naturally, ordering window coverings from a specialist who measures windows themselves isn’t free. But that expenditure makes up for itself over time. You’ll have to replace flimsier DIY coverings sooner than not. They may wear out sooner if they don’t fit your windows as they should. For the greatest value, call an expert.
Hand Over The Measuring To The Pros At Sunburst Shutters Las Vegas
Few make installing window treatments easier than Sunburst Shutters Las Vegas. Just contact us to get started. Dial us at 702-850-6619 or fill out the form below to set up a complimentary in-home consultation. Your window treatment consultant will measure your windows, demonstrate our products, and help you choose the perfect treatment. You’ll love how effortless we make it to get lovely, properly fitted window treatments!
