How to Measure Spring Roller/Strap Down Awnings

Important steps to follow when measuring Spring Roller/Strap Down Awnings Awnings.

Print out Blinds Downunder measuring form or download Blinds Downunder measuring form for computer or device, from our website, to document blind measurements and details.

Generally Spring Roller/Strap Down Awnings are only face fit, document in notes if you are looking to recess fit. Note; the guide rails require require fixing. Guide rails are generally around 35mm in from edge of hood.

Use a metal tape measure. Make sure the tape measure is taught when taking measurements.

Always write down the width measurement first and then the drop measurement second on all blinds.

Only write measurements down in millimetres.

Spring Roller/Strap Down Awnings, are manually operated. The pull down ring is in the centre of blind and has a rope,Tie down straps on either end.

For Face Fit Spring Roller/Strap Down Awnings measurements document the actual window measurement. check three spots measurements for width and drop. You will need to plus minimum 200mm on the horizontal measurement (line a) for weatherboard construction and around 350mm for Brick Veneer construction.You will need to plus on 200mm minimum, to the vertical measurement (line b) for hood box and any allowance you would like blind to go past the window.We recommend an additional 200mm to the drop, meaning the total extra to the drop will be 400mm. The valance is included in the drop measurement. Each individual scenario will need to be accessed prior to placing order.

For Recess Fit document the Smallest measurement of three spot measurements for width and drop for recess fit. Our manufacture will allow for all appropriate deductions and note blind is a recess fit.Each individual scenario will need to be accessed prior to placing order.Ensure the head box/awning does not obstruct with awning window.

Always double check measurements with the measurements you have written down.

Watch for protruding objects that might interfere with Spring Roller/Strap Down Awnings blind operation. 

You will also need to determine your required pull stick length, based on the in centre of strap down awning and comfortable reach height. Allow for two hands spread apart, with the bottom hand confirming where to start the lower measurement from to the top height of the awning. You will also require space between your bottom hand and ground to operate you pull stick to a manageable height.