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General Install Instructions:
Tools needed: a battery operated screwdriver, screwdriver
bits (Phillips and standard), hex head driver, tape measure, and
scissors.
Although no special tools are usually required
when installing window treatments, it is suggested
that you use a battery operated screwdriver or drill to make the
job easier. First, un-package your treatment carefully and do NOT
use a razor blade or knife to open the boxes. It is very easy to
cut a string or the blind by doing this. Take care when removing
the treatment from the box that it was shipped in; some treatments
are more delicate than others. Remove all of the packing that was
used in shipping, again taking care to do so. Place the treatment
at the window that it will be installed; this helps if there are
several treatments for different windows as not to get them mixed
up. Then place all mounting hardware at the windows that are having
treatments installed on them. Make sure you have the proper tools
for the job, as screws and hardware will vary. 
Horizontals: For inside mount:
Install brackets making sure you use the proper bracket for the
proper side (some have left and right brackets, and some do not).
After the bracket is installed, open the brackets by lifting the
bracket doors. Put blind in the brackets and close doors, making
sure both sides are securely closed. If blind has a valance place
valance clips on head rail before putting blind in brackets. Attach
valance to blind headrail. Lower blind using the lift cord, and
then rotate the blind in both directions to insure that it operates
correctly. For outside mount: If you are installing the
blind over a French door, you must add the proper amount for the
size you want. 
Shades: Install shade brackets.
Snap shade into place. (Because shades and brackets vary, refer
to installation instructions that came with your shades). Lower
the shade by pulling on the shade lift cord. This is usually done
by pulling the shade lift cord to the left to release it, and to
the right to lock it.
Verticals: For inside mount verticals
mount the valance first. (Some valances may require trimming first).
Mount brackets under valance in the proper position to allow slats
to move without interfering with valance. Snap track into place.
Hang the slats and make sure they all snap securely in place. Attach
cord tension pulley to the wall and adjust tension so that it is
secure but not tight.
 
For outside mount verticals:
Measure to the spot you measured for the bracket to be, and make
a mark. Using the top screw hole of the bracket, fasten a screw
in the top hole where you made your mark. Place another screw in
bottom hole. Center track over window and snap it into place, making
sure that it is properly secure. Attach slats, making sure that
each one is properly attached. Snap the valance brackets onto head
rail if they do not have them built into the brackets. Center valance
over the vertical track and place into valance holder. (Some valances
may require a slight tap with the butt of your palm to secure).
Mount the tension pulley to the wall and adjust the tension so it
is secure but not tight. Draw blinds back and forth, and rotate
them to assure that they are functioning properly. 
Shutters: If you have not installed
shutters before, we recommend that you hire a professional for this.
Shutters can be very complicated and should not be attempted by
a novice.
Again, these can be very complicated and we do not recommend that
you install these unless you have done it before. A professional
installer can usually be found by looking in your phone book under
"blind installations" or "blind installers".
Care and maintenance: Please refer to the
care and maintenance card that came with your treatments for the
proper care and maintenance of your new treatments, as this will
vary depending on product type, style and material.
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