How to Measure for 2 Inch Faux Wood Blinds?

Measure the width in three spots and the height in three spots, then use the narrowest width and tallest height.

Getting the numbers right on measuring for 2 inch faux wood blinds makes the difference between a clean install and a return. The process takes about five minutes per window, but you do have to measure each window individually — even ones that look identical. This guide covers the full procedure, plus the depth and overlap details that trip up most first-time buyers.

Inside vs. Outside Mount: Decide First

Your measuring method depends entirely on where the blind will sit. An inside mount fits within the window frame. An outside mount covers the frame and mounts on the wall or trim above it.

Inside mounts look cleaner and show off more of the window. Outside mounts block more light, hide an imperfect frame, and let you make the window look taller or wider. For the strongest light control and privacy with a 2-inch faux wood blind, an outside mount is usually the better call.

The Measuring Method for 2 Inch Faux Wood Blinds

Use a steel measuring tape. Cloth tape stretches, and a yardstick can’t reach into the frame cleanly — either one will hand you an off measurement that turns into a crooked or loose-fitting blind.

For an inside mount:

• Measure the width at the top, middle, and bottom of the frame opening.
• Record the narrowest of those three numbers.
• Measure the height at the left, center, and right.
• Record the tallest of those three numbers.
• Check the depth before ordering (details below).

For an outside mount:

• Measure the width of the area you want covered, from trim edge to trim edge.
• Add overlap on each side. Common guidance is 1 1/2 inches per side, or 2 inches per side depending on the vendor.
• Measure the height of the coverage area and add the same overlap at the top and bottom.
• Account for hardware — the blind needs room above the frame for the mounting brackets.

Depth Requirements and Common Mistakes

Depth is the detail people skip, and it’s the one that causes the most returns. For 2-inch faux wood blinds in an inside mount, one manufacturer’s guide requires a top depth of at least 3/4 inch for standard bracket mounting and 3 1/2 inches for a flush mount. Other general blind guides ask for a minimum of 1 1/2 inches, with 3 inches or more for a flush mount. The rule that applies everywhere: check your chosen product’s specific minimum depth before you order, because requirements vary by maker and mounting style.

The most common errors are easy to avoid:

• Measuring one point instead of three — a frame is rarely perfectly square.
• Using a cloth tape or a yardstick.
• Mixing up width and height — write width first, then height, in that order.
• Assuming windows match — measure every window separately.
• Forgetting overlap and trim on outside mounts.

Once you have both numbers, round to the nearest 1/8 inch or round down where the vendor instructs. Submit the final figures in the exact width-by-height format the order form asks for. When you’re ready to compare slat material, color options, and pricing, our tested picks for 2 inch faux wood blinds lay out the top contenders side by side.