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nj_dilettante

wrote:
As an aside, do you know of anywhere I can purchase the fabric used on
the verticals that have the PVC slats that fabric slides into?
Basically want to change the color of an existing blind without buying
a whole new blind. Pattern isnt as important as just getting the
right color.

They seem to be about 3" wide, and the fabric isnt very thick but it
feels very stiff (like its starched? or maybe even has some plastic
content in it).

Thanks!
-Chris

wrote:
Wow, I didnt realize it might be so inexpensive. I just spent 45
minutes doing it myself, granted if I figured it would be that cheap
I would have dropped it off at a blind place!

I do believe you though, it wasnt the easiest thing Ive ever done.

-Chris

Colbyt wrote:
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ups.com...
After forcing me to repaint our living room, the wife decided on
new blinds so I now have 3 perfectly good verticals that will go
to waste, unless I can cut one of them down (1 of them already
fits in another room, but unless I can get a matching one for the
2nd window in the room, I still cant use it).

Basically going from a 125" wide setup to a 60" wide setup. Is
there any way to cut down the headrail on the existing vertical?
I know I can use a hacksaw to cut the track, but there is 1 guide
and 2 or 3 strings inside the track itself, Im not sure how/what
these connect to yet (havent had a chance to really look at it).
I think its even more complicated by the fact that we have a
"split open" instead of "one way open" blind..........but just for
ideas sake Ill assume that doesnt make a difference.

Any suggestions would be appreciated......Id hate to see the
blinds go to waste.

Thanks!
-Chris

Chris

I install the things for a living. Been doing it for 20 years. I
would not try to cut one down. It can be done if you have the
right tools and experience. Look for a Kirsch or Graber stocking
dealer/distributor in your area. Most can do the job for you.
Last time I had it done for a customer I think the charge was $20.

Colbyt

You can order custom replacement fabric inserts for the slats anywhere you
can buy custom vertical blinds. Cost can vary from about $1 per slat to up
to $10-12 depending on the fabric you select. Lowe's has a nice low-cost
line. Just take a vane in with you so they can measure it. And FYI - you
can supply your own fabric and have slat replacements custom made
(expensive!).

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nj_dilettante
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