How to Measure Symphony Shades:

Decide first if you will be using an Inside or an Outside Mount.   

Whenever possible, we recommend an inside (recessed) mount for a more finished appearance.  An inside mount requires at least 1/2" of flat surface depth to screw the
bracket onto for Standard or Duofold Hardware. (OmniRisehardware requires 3/4" and Cordless 3/4". Shade with Energy Saving Side Tracks require 1 1/2". See chart below for more details.) (To allow for clearance, we make inside mount shades approximately 3/8" narrower than the width you specify.  The length is as you specify.)

With outside mounts, the shade will hang outside the actual window frame, over lapping the window  frame enough to cover for maximum privacy and light blockage.

All shades come with universal brackets which can be used for either inside or outside mounts.

How to Measure Inside Mounts:

• Print out the Easy Measuring Guide form to write down your measurements.
• Use a metal tape measure and measure to the nearest 1/8".
• Width:  Measure the exact inside measurement of the window at three different places.  Write the measurements down on the Easy Measuring Guide. Circle and use the narrowest measurement
• Length: Measure the exact inside distance from top of window to the sill at three different places. (See diagram below.)  Write the measurement down on the Easy Measuring Guide.  Circle the longest measurement.
• Recheck your measurements!
• Provide exact measurements to the nearest 1/8". We will take the necessary standard deduction (approximately 3/8") for clearance in our factory.
• Skylight Shades - take shortest measurement for width and length. (Guide)
• Energy Saving Side Track Shades - take shortest measurement for width and length. (Guide)