I have windows that open inward and extend nearly to the ceiling and am having trouble finding blinds that work with them. I was told that drilling into the metal window frame is not a good idea as it will void the window warranty and potentially lead to leaking etc. Another option would be to attach to the ceiling far enough away from the window to allow them to still open fully (which is only... [more]
I have windows that open inward and extend nearly to the ceiling and am having trouble finding blinds that work with them. I was told that drilling into the metal window frame is not a good idea as it will void the window warranty and potentially lead to leaking etc. Another option would be to attach to the ceiling far enough away from the window to allow them to still open fully (which is only maybe 6 inches anyway). But that seems a bit clunky. I like the idea of having the blind as part of the window itself.
It seems like they are more popular in the UK where they call them tilt and turn windows. They have something over there called Perfect Fit Blinds which would seem to work well but I can't find anything in NYC like it (http://perfect-fit-blinds.blogspot.com/2007/11/perfect-fit-blinds-for-tilt-and-turn.html).
Anyone have any ideas? People must have dealt with this in NYC before?
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Response by alanhart
about 16 years ago
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Contact the manufacturer of your windows and ask them what they recommend.
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Response by intercontinental
over 11 years ago
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Rote33 - what kind of leaking? The gas between the window panes or do you mean moisture from outside getting in?
I have the exact same question. I'd like to hear what other people do for their inward-swinging metal casement windows and if they've experienced problems with their windows after inside mounting them. The window treatments rep I spoke with says that most people just end up inside mounting their shades and risk voiding their warranty.
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Response by intercontinental
over 11 years ago
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Oops for some reason when this thread came up on Google search results, it had April 2014 in it so I thought it was a recent thread! Anyway, thoughts, anyone?
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Response by jelj13
over 11 years ago
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In my building they opted for tilt out windows to avoid the problem. The trouble is that you can't have screens.
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Response by cmpizz
over 11 years ago
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I had to bury the mechanics in my soffit for the blinds. It was more expensive but since I am on the ground floor I felt I had to have privacy screens of some sort.
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Response by NYCMatt
over 11 years ago
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The problem with tilt-out is that they act as a funnel for the rain. You can't have the windows cracked open even a tiny bit without creating a huge mess inside.
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Response by Flutistic
over 11 years ago
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We have casement windows and push out windows, you just get a screen with a cute screen door built in, and you can have your screens too. Ours open from the top and from the side, though, not the bottom.
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Response by JEM
over 11 years ago
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It is very difficult, if possible at all, to mount inside the window frame because the clearance needed is usually about 3.5 inchs and they typically do not have this. Hanging it to the outside of the frame does not look really good. And hanging it within the window alcove limits, significantly your ability to open the window. I finally went with curtains!!
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Contact the manufacturer of your windows and ask them what they recommend.
Rote33 - what kind of leaking? The gas between the window panes or do you mean moisture from outside getting in?
I have the exact same question. I'd like to hear what other people do for their inward-swinging metal casement windows and if they've experienced problems with their windows after inside mounting them. The window treatments rep I spoke with says that most people just end up inside mounting their shades and risk voiding their warranty.
Oops for some reason when this thread came up on Google search results, it had April 2014 in it so I thought it was a recent thread! Anyway, thoughts, anyone?
In my building they opted for tilt out windows to avoid the problem. The trouble is that you can't have screens.
I had to bury the mechanics in my soffit for the blinds. It was more expensive but since I am on the ground floor I felt I had to have privacy screens of some sort.
The problem with tilt-out is that they act as a funnel for the rain. You can't have the windows cracked open even a tiny bit without creating a huge mess inside.
We have casement windows and push out windows, you just get a screen with a cute screen door built in, and you can have your screens too. Ours open from the top and from the side, though, not the bottom.
It is very difficult, if possible at all, to mount inside the window frame because the clearance needed is usually about 3.5 inchs and they typically do not have this. Hanging it to the outside of the frame does not look really good. And hanging it within the window alcove limits, significantly your ability to open the window. I finally went with curtains!!