I want to get blinds, but they seem to short, about an inch into the width of the glass, but the next size is quite a few inches wider

Apparently you can only cut an inch off each end, and the sizes seem quite universal. And just to clarify, they are too small width wise.

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Heartlander · 80-89, M

Get custom made blinds via the internet. Follow their instructions how to measure, get samples and pay attention to the details about thickness, light filtering, how they open, etc. There are 4 or 5 popular custom blinds makers, a near infinite selection of colors and textures. They all send sample patches so you know what you will be buying. We made about a dozen such purchases from all the makers and picked through hundreds of sample patches to find the ideal colors and options. No regrets.

curiouslady93 · 31-35, F

@Heartlander Hopefully not too expensive?

Heartlander · 80-89, M

@curiouslady93 Very reasonable. The prices are related to the material, sixes and features. It’s been about 3 or 4 years since our last purchase likely less than $1200 for a dozen blinds. One is pretty large … 80 inches wide by 55 inches. a few are pretty tall. Some are both top down and bottom up. I would think th price would be the same as at a retail store.

A top down feature is great for letting sunlight in while gaining privacy. Un fortunately that adds to the $$.