SKYLIGHTS
| With Skyrise® and Simplicity™ shades, the procedures for outside mounts are the same as for standard rectangular shades. |
| With inside-mounted shades: |
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Measure the width and height inside the window opening in at least three locations each. |
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If the window opening is longer than 96", measure the width every 48". |
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Order the narrowest width and the shortest height. |
| Round your Skyrise inside mount measurements up to the nearest 1/8", not down as with other inside mounts. The factory deductions take into account the application of compressible foam tape (rail seal) to the outside of the rails. |
| For fully recessed inside mounts, a 2" minimum mounting depth of the window opening is required. Non-flush mounted inside mounts are not recommended; but, if necessary, a Skyrise shade may protrude up to 1/2". Note that mounting depths must take into account any obstacles to shade movement, such as window cranks or handles. |
| Outside mounts require only a 1/2" flat surface for bracket attachment. |
| In addition to shade measurements, the angle of the window should also be noted on the order form. |
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FIVE STEPS TO AN ACCURATE TEMPLATE
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Tape butcher paper or heavy wrapping paper over the window opening, allowing plenty of overlap. Use paper that has never been folded; a template can have no folds or creases. |
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Draw an exact outline of the window opening by carefully tracing over the inside edge of the window frame with a fine tip pen or marker. |
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Remove the paper from the window opening. If the shade is an outside mount, add the desired amount of overlap to the window outline and draw a second outline around it to match the shape of the finished shade. |
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Mark the shade dimensions on the template. Check that the template dimensions match your measurements of the actual window opening. It is easiest to verify by cutting out the template and repositioning in the window opening. |
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Identify the template and its orientation. Write the customer’s name on the template, and mark the ROOM SIDE and TOP. Roll up the template and place it in a mailing tube to include with the order. Do not fold the template. |
| Hunter Douglas template kits are available for your convenience. Please consult your fabricator. |
Important: Template must be cut out in the exact shape of the window opening and tested in the window for correct fit.
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