How roller blinds are attached to plastic windows without drilling and other installation methods

In our article we will tell you how roller blinds are attached to the window and what they are. We have collected for you a large and beautiful photo selection of different roller blinds in the interior. As well as selection tips that will help you decide on a purchase.

And so, roller blinds are a woven panel made of various materials, which is wound on a shaft located at the top of the window frame. To easily wind the fabric onto the shaft and prevent wrinkles, a weight bar is installed at the bottom of the roll. The fabric is treated with antistatic impregnating compounds to reduce dust deposition. When rolled up, the curtains take up little space. In everyday life they are called differently: roller blinds, roller blinds, roller blinds, fabric roller blinds.

Design features of roller blinds

There are two options for roller blinds:

• open;
• closed.

The difference between them is that curtains with an open system are cheaper and easier to operate. The shaft with the wound fabric is attached to the window frame or wall. It can cover the entire window or only part of it. The panel moves along a fishing line stretched between the lower and upper guides.

A closed system is more complex and expensive, but has some advantages. In this system, the shaft with the material is in a closed box, and the edges of the material are in special plastic or aluminum guides. This method of fastening is used in cassette structures. That’s why roller blinds are called cassette blinds. This type closes the window more tightly; the panel does not deform when opening or closing. They close the room from prying eyes in an inclined position, unlike an open system.

Fabric roller blinds day-night

This is a new type of fabric roller blinds that combines the advantages of blinds and roller blinds. The main feature is the design. This uses two parallel rolls of fabric with alternating light and dark stripes. By moving the panels relative to each other, you can adjust the luminous flux, decreasing or increasing it. They come in closed and open types. They are mounted in the same way as ordinary roller blinds on a frame or sashes. They are more expensive, but they are much more convenient to regulate the darkening of the room. The largest selection of roller blinds in the Leroy Merlin online store. Here you can choose roller blinds of various colors and shades to suit different design styles for decorating rooms.

Cassette curtains

Such window curtains are assembled into a cornice in the form of a compact cassette. Such curtains are used on the flaps of plastic, aluminum and wooden windows. Today, a very popular solution is an aluminum box and guide system. The guides have strips of double-sided tape with which they are attached to the window frame.

Roller blinds for the kitchen are controlled by one chain. They raise, lower and fix the canvas at the desired height. The chain is protected from damage by a lock that is mounted on the frame. It keeps it from sagging when the kitchen window sash is opened.

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To properly install the structure, you need a properly manufactured window. Measurements are carried out with an accuracy of 1 mm. Each kit includes detailed installation instructions.

"Bottom-up" and "Zebra"

There are two more types of subsystems. “Bottom-up” is a cassette system that can be installed on top, bottom, or two structures on one window. The system allows you to adjust the degree of illumination. It is based on fabrics of different densities.

“Zebra” - this one is dense, on which stripes of translucent and dense fabric alternate. As a result, the degree of light transmission changes. Such canvases are often used in a children's room or bedroom.

What types of fabrics are there for roller blinds?

The choice of fabrics for roller blinds is simply huge. And here, before purchasing, you need to coordinate your desires with the properties of woven materials. Fabrics are:

• plain;
• with a printed design.

Depending on the density, fabrics can be divided into:

• transparent;
• standard;
• increased density;
• lightproof.

Transparent are the so-called tulle fabrics. Their task is to partially diffuse sunlight and hide what is happening in the room.

Fabrics of standard density transmit about 50% of light and are used in rooms facing the southwest. They come with multi-colored printed patterns or plain ones.

The increased density of fabrics allows no more than 30% of light to pass through. Their task is to protect from direct sunlight. High-density roller blinds are installed on the south side to protect people in the room from the sun while working or relaxing.

Lightproof ones are installed in rooms to completely darken the room. These could be cinema rooms, presentation rooms with projectors or bedrooms.

The use of roller blinds in various interior solutions

Roller blinds will be the ideal solution for fans of laconicism in the interior. The fabric piece covers exactly the exceptionally transparent glass.

As you may have guessed, the window profile itself and the walls remain visible. This will allow, for example, if the windows are close together, not to install double cornices. You can also additionally install some kind of light cornice with airy tulle.

Bold designers are swapping regular and roller blinds. So the same translucent rolls act as tulle, and thick ordinary curtains protect from the sun and prying eyes.

Such curtains are used either separately or as independent elements, or in combination with other textile elements. Also, such curtains can be either neutral or be a color accent in the entire room, whatever design style you want to play with.

For ethnic interior styles (country or Provence), eco style, roller blinds made of cotton, linen or chintz will be perfectly combined. Also, based on light transmittance, you can choose a standard or Dim Out. At the same time, translucent roller shutters look ideal with light tulle or organza.

For a hallway with a home cinema, Dim Out curtains are suitable, as they do not allow light to pass through and will create a cozy interior. Also, you can use curtains like a bright spot in a design in light colors, which goes well with other bright elements.

The most classic interior cannot be spoiled by bamboo roller rods; cheerful chintz for a nursery will add coziness and give a fairy-tale atmosphere.

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Roller blinds for the kitchen are made with increased moisture and heat resistance or even from fireproof screen fiber, while not inferior in colors and textures.

Roller blinds differ in price not only by the quality of the fabric, but also by the method of folding the fabric.

Thus, cassette roller blinds will be an order of magnitude more expensive due to the complexity of the design than ordinary roller blinds, where the material is simply rolled up into a roller.

What types of fabrics are there for panels?

Modern materials are used for the production of woven fabrics:

• polyester;
• polyester with cotton, viscose, satin.

Polyester as a base material is used in many types of woven fabrics due to its excellent physical and practical properties. Fabrics with polyester base:

• practical and durable;
• opaque;
• dust-repellent;
• easy to clean.

To add shine and translucency, a thin layer of acrylic is applied to the woven fabric. It gives the panel a silky shine and protects the design from fading.

Rules for selecting curtains for an existing interior

1. Pay attention to the predominant color in the interior and choose roller blinds to match it.
2. If the room is small, then the color of the canvas or pattern should be lighter. In addition, take into account the color of the wall. The fabric should be darker or lighter than the walls so that the curtains do not disappear from the interior.
3. Focus on the cardinal directions. On the south side, choose cool shades (gray, blue, green, purple), and on the north, on the contrary, warm shades (yellow, red, pink, beige).
4. For plain walls, it is better to choose roller blinds in bright colors.
5. When choosing fabric designs, choose images with no more than three colors. The main thing is that one of them matches the color of the walls or the predominant color in the interior.

Roller blinds: what is it?

Roller blinds are fabric sheets that are rolled up completely or at a certain level into a roll due to a mechanism. There are many options for mechanisms, as well as fabrics. The simplest type of roller blinds consists of a shaft, chains and fabric, to the bottom of which a strip is attached. Thanks to the chains, you can operate the mechanism with one hand - lower and raise the curtain. The bar, fixed at the bottom of the canvas, serves for uniform, without changes, regulation of the roller blind fabric material.

Roller blinds, or roller blinds, are popular due to their hygiene, convenience and ease of use.

Note! At first glance, roller blinds resemble blinds. However, their appearance is much more attractive, and the mechanism can completely or partially darken the room.

Roller blinds are a type of blinds in which the fabric covering the transparent part of the window is wound onto a shaft located at the top of the window

Functionality

Installation methods for closed and open roller blinds
Roller blinds are characterized by an open or closed fastening system:

• open - a curtain with a strip at the bottom that rolls up onto a shaft attached to the window frame or its opening; strings serve to open and close;
• closed - this is a curtain with side (usually two) guides, hidden in a special box, which is located on top of the shaft.

Mechanisms for roller blinds

Additional Information. To control roller blinds, many manufacturers offer not only a chain, but also a remote option, which implies the presence of a remote control and sensors built into the mechanism.

In addition to fastening systems, roller blinds act as a special decorative element in the interior and perform a number of protective functions:

• protection from natural sunlight, both partial and complete;
• hiding the room from foreign ingestion, which is especially important for the first floor;
• creating an air gap between the double-glazed window and the room.

Note! The denser the fabric material, the better the roller blinds prevent cold air from passing through in winter. In summer, they prevent the bright and hot rays of the sun from entering.

Roller blind control

Opening and closing is carried out in three options:

• chain cord;
• spring;
• electric drive.

All three options have their pros and cons. Their use depends on the characteristics of the window opening, the height of the window above the floor, and accessibility.

Chain cord management

This is the easiest way to regulate and control the curtain panel. Cord with

plastic balls engage with the gear wheel. The control is carried out manually, and the curtains are fixed in the desired position. The design is durable and practical.

Spring mechanism

This system is more complicated and works from a spring, which the apartment owner stretches when closing the windows. The panel returns automatically. The disadvantage is that the spring wears out over time. After the control mechanism wears out, it is necessary to either replace the entire mechanism or the entire curtain.

Electric drive system

This type of control is used for roller blinds covering large window openings in hard-to-reach places. Although they can also be used in apartments with regular windows. Closing and opening of window openings is carried out by a remote control. They require constant care and maintenance.

Cassette systems of roller blinds for plastic windows

Cassette roller blind systems for plastic windows are systems that were created specifically for this purpose. These roller blinds cannot be installed in an opening, on a wall or on a ceiling. Only separately for each fragment of the PVC window.

Uni-1 (Uni-1)

The Uni-1 roller blind system for plastic windows is a compact cassette system, but it can be installed not on all plastic windows, but on those with a glazing bead depth of at least 10 mm. This is due to the fact that the roll of fabric is installed between the glazing beads, closer to the glass. And if the depth is small, then it will simply rest against the double-glazed window and will not rotate freely when controlling the curtain. If the bead depth is small, install the Uni-2 system.

Advantages

• Price
• Convenience
• Compactness
• Easy to install
• The fabric sheet is fixed in the guides and the lower plumb line of the fabric, which is also located between the guide and the glass unit.

Flaws

• Cannot be installed on a sash with a small glazing bead depth
• If the slope of a plastic window is close, the product on the opening sash will rest against the slope when swinging open. In this case, take a closer look at pleated blinds with installation on glass, or horizontal blinds of the Isotra system

Uni-2 (Uni-2)

The Uni-2 roller blind system for plastic windows is a more universal roller blind system compared to Uni-1, but it also sticks out more from the window frame, which can in certain cases limit the opening of the window sash PVC. This is due to the fact that this system has a more voluminous cornice and “U” shaped guides. Those. the fabric and the lower plumb line are located in the guide, and not between the double-glazed window and the guide as in Uni-1.

Advantages

• Price
• Convenience
• Compactness
• Easy to install
• Both the fabric sheet and the lower plumb line of the fabric are fixed in the guides.
• Can be installed on a sash with a small glazing bead depth

Flaws

• They stick out more strongly compared to Uni-1 (Uni-1)
• If the slope of a plastic window is close, the product on the opening sash will rest against the slope when swinging open. In this case, take a closer look at pleated blinds with installation on glass, or horizontal blinds of the Isotra system

Zebra Uni-1

The Zebra Uni-1 roller blind system for plastic windows is essentially the same as the usual Uni-1 system, only with double “striped” fabric. But there may be another significant nuance here. You will need to carefully look at the height of the product. There is a possibility that the roll of fabric will be too thick when the roller blind is raised. This is due to the fact that the fabric in zebra curtains is twice as large, therefore the roll will increase significantly as the curtains open.

Advantages

• Price
• Convenience
• Compactness
• Easy to install
• The fabric sheet is fixed in the guides and the lower plumb line of the fabric, which is also located between the guide and the glass unit.

Flaws

• It is impossible to install on high windows, or use dense, thick fabric
• If the slope of a plastic window is close, the product on the opening sash will rest against the slope when swinging open. In this case, take a closer look at pleated blinds with installation on glass, or horizontal blinds of the Isotra system
• Cannot be installed on a sash with a small glazing bead depth

Zebra Uni-2

The Zebra Uni-2 roller blind system for plastic windows is similar to the Uni-2 roller blind system, only this type uses fabric with a double layer, and the fabric has alternating stripes, one dense, and another translucent.

Advantages

• Price
• Convenience
• Easy to install
• Both the fabric sheet and the lower plumb line of the fabric are fixed in the guides.
• Can be installed on a sash with a small glazing bead depth

Flaws

• Protrudes more strongly compared to Zebra Uni-1
• If the slope of a plastic window is close, the product on the opening sash will rest against the slope when swinging open. In this case, take a closer look at pleated blinds with installation on glass, or horizontal blinds of the Isotra system

Uni (Uni) with electric drive

Uni roller blinds with electric drive for plastic windows are an expensive and convenient roller blind system for PVC windows. The electric drive and battery pack are located inside the shaft and are not noticeable from the outside. Another convenience is that roller blinds do not have a control circuit. All control is done either from the remote control or from a key that can be placed on the wall. Suitable for any Uni system.

Advantages

• Convenience
• Easy to install
• Both the fabric sheet and the lower plumb line of the fabric are fixed in the guides.

Flaws

• Price
• It is necessary to charge the battery 1 - 2 times a year by connecting the power supply to it (a special connector is provided, there is no need to remove the curtains)
• If the slope of a plastic window is close, the product on the opening sash will rest against the slope when swinging open. In this case, take a closer look at pleated blinds with installation on glass, or horizontal blinds of the Isotra system

Uni (Uni) with spring (PIM) (PIM)

Roller blinds Uni (Uni) with a spring (PIS) (PIM) for plastic windows are a cassette system that can be installed separately on each PVC window sash. The advantage of this system is that the curtains do not have a control circuit, just like electric roller blinds. Control is carried out using a handle that is installed on the finishing bar. I lift the curtains up, the spring twists the fabric into a roll (winds it onto the shaft). And when lowering the curtain down, you need to overcome the resistance of the spring and fix the curtain in the right place, or close it completely. Another important point is that this system can be installed upside down, and in this case we will get a roller blind system that closes the window from Bottom-Up. You can also set it from Right to Left or vice versa.

Advantages

• Convenience
• Easy to install
• Both the fabric sheet and the lower plumb line of the fabric are fixed in the guides.

Flaws

• Price
• It is necessary to reach to the top point when opening the window. This is inconvenient if the windows are high. In this case, consider Uni roller blinds with electric drive for plastic windows.
• If the slope of a plastic window is close, the product on the opening sash will rest against the slope when swinging open. In this case, take a closer look at pleated blinds with installation on glass, or horizontal blinds of the Isotra system

Methods and rules for attaching cassette roller blinds

Before buying fabric roller blinds, you need to decide what they will be attached to. Fabric roller blinds are attached:

• on the ceiling;
• to the window frame;
• to window sashes;
• to the window beam.

Here the width of the window sill will play a major role. If a window sill is needed to place interior items, then fabric roller blinds must be attached to the frame or window sashes. In this case he will be free.

How to choose a mounting method

There are only three mounting options:

• on self-tapping screws;
• on brackets;
• on double-sided tape.

Both types of fabric roller blinds are attached with self-tapping screws to the window frame or sash. However, there is also the option of attaching it to a wall or window lintel using dowels. This depends on the design of the window opening.

For self-installation, you must have a drill, a level, and a Phillips screwdriver. If it was not possible to accurately select the width of the panel, then you need to have a hacksaw and scissors to cut the shaft and fabric panel.

Tip: when screwing self-tapping screws into the window frame with a drill, take into account the moment of inertia of the motor. When you turn off the drill, the motor continues to rotate for some time and you can easily cut the threads in the aluminum frame. Therefore, you need to turn off the drill in advance and tighten the screws with a screwdriver or use a screwdriver with a brake.

Installing roller blinds on a plastic window with drilling

Before installation, it is necessary to take measurements of the window opening and compare it with the width of the panel. If the dimensions match, the rest of the work proceeds in a certain order:

1. Check the package contents and ensure that the manufacturer's assembly instructions are included in the package.
2. Assemble the mechanism according to the instructions.
3. Check whether the panel will touch the window handle.
4. Mark the mounting points on the window frame with a pencil and check their horizontalness with a water level.
5. Drill holes in the aluminum frame.
6. Place the box with the shaft in place and check how the fabric unwinds and winds up, and whether it moves relative to the window.
7. Please note that modern metal-plastic windows are installed strictly according to level. Therefore, when drilling holes, check the distances between the holes and the edge of the frame. They should be the same.
8. Tighten the screws, install the plugs, install the side guides or fishing line in the lower fasteners.
9. Remove the protective adhesive tape.

Installation on brackets without drilling

This installation option is only suitable for modern metal-plastic windows. The brackets are installed directly on the window sashes. For this case, neither a drill nor a water level is needed.

Assembly order:

1. Assemble the roller blind.
2. Install the brackets on the window sash.
3. Place the side plugs on the brackets.
4. Insert the shaft with the rolled curtain into the side fastenings.
5. Check for correct installation: roll it up and down several times.
6. Install the lower position clamps.

Installation with double-sided tape

This method is suitable for installing roller blinds on sashes. To do this, you need to mark the installation locations of the upper and lower fastening elements. You should take the edge of the frame or sash as a guide. Measure equal distances from the edge of the frame or sash and mark the installation locations for fasteners. Remove the tape from the adhesive layer and attach the roller blinds. Before installation, degrease the surface with a synthetic detergent: shampoo, soap, washing powder and dry the surface.

Fabric roller blinds – what are they?

By their design, window blinds are a combination of fabric, a box for it and locks that do not allow the fabric to move freely in the horizontal or vertical direction.

When adjusting the length of the product, the web is gradually wound onto the shaft and straightened out. A distinctive feature of such systems is that they can only be controlled while inside the building.

Fabric roller blinds on plastic windows perform the following functions:

• Protection of the interior of the room from exposure to sunlight and the penetration of extraneous sounds from the outside;
• Aesthetic finishing of window openings. Fabric roller blinds allow you to choose a fabric of any color, pattern and texture;
• Creating thermal insulation to maintain a stable temperature in the room.

Photo examples in real apartments

White roller blinds Leroy Merlin

White roller blinds IKEA

Prices: calculation examples

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