Installation Guide

Installation Instructions

If you choose to install your window coverings yourself, follow the instructions below to help ensure a secure and professional result. Installation requirements may vary depending on your wall, ceiling, window frame and product configuration. If you have any questions, please contact our team for assistance.

Tools Required

Tools required for window covering installation

Included With Your Order

Mounting hardware included with window shades

Guide 01

Roller, Zebra & Sheer Shades

Follow these steps when installing cassette-style roller shades, zebra shades or sheer shades.

Measuring and marking bracket positions
Step 01

Mark the bracket positions

Measure and mark the mounting bracket locations. Space the brackets approximately 20 to 32 inches apart, depending on the width of the shade.

Make sure all marks are straight, level and aligned before drilling.

Drilling mounting holes and installing anchors
Step 02

Drill the mounting holes

When mounting into drywall, drill the required holes and insert suitable drywall anchors.

Anchors may not be required when fastening directly into a wood window frame, solid wood backing or a structural stud.

Securing mounting brackets with screws
Step 03

Secure the mounting brackets

Position each bracket over the prepared holes and secure it using the appropriate screws.

Confirm that every bracket is firmly attached and remains level with the others.

Inserting the front of the cassette into the mounting bracket
Step 04

Position the cassette

Hold the cassette at a slight angle and insert the front edge of the bracket into the corresponding groove at the front of the cassette.

Clicking the cassette securely into place
Step 05

Click the cassette into place

Push the cassette firmly inward, then lift it upward until it clicks securely into the mounting brackets.

Gently check the cassette to confirm that it is fully engaged with every bracket.

Installing a chain tensioner for a chain operated shade
Step 06

Secure the operating chain

For chain-operated shades, securely attach the chain tensioner to the window frame or wall.

The chain should remain taut without being overstretched so the shade can operate smoothly.

Guide 02

Honeycomb Shades

The bracket position will vary depending on whether the shade is installed inside the window opening or outside the window frame.

Marking honeycomb shade bracket positions
Step 01

Mark the installation position

Inside mount: Mark the desired bracket positions along the top inside surface of the window frame.

Outside mount: Mark the desired bracket positions on the wall or trim above the window.

Installing honeycomb shade mounting brackets
Step 02

Install the brackets

Inside mount: Use the holes on the top of the bracket to secure it inside the window frame.

Outside mount: Use the rear mounting holes to secure the bracket to the wall or window trim.

Outside mount honeycomb shade bracket position
Mounting Detail

Outside-mount bracket orientation

When installing outside the window opening, position the bracket so the rear mounting holes sit flat against the wall or trim.

Make sure the brackets are level and securely fastened before attaching the shade.

Clicking a honeycomb shade into its brackets
Step 03

Attach the shade

Insert the headrail into the grooves on the mounting brackets, then press it firmly upward until it clicks into place.

Check each bracket to ensure the shade is fully secured before operating it.

Guide 03

Curtain Tracks

These instructions apply to standard wall-mounted or ceiling-mounted manual curtain tracks. Hardware may vary depending on your order.

Included With Your Curtain Track

Confirm that all required brackets, screws, runners, joiners and accessories are present before beginning the installation.

Curtain track installation hardware
Loosening a curtain track bracket screw
Step 01

Prepare the mounting brackets

If necessary, slightly loosen the screw on each mounting bracket to create enough space for the bracket to clip onto the track.

Connecting curtain track sections with a joiner
Step 02

Connect multiple track sections

If the curtain track was supplied in multiple sections, use the included joiner to connect the sections.

Position mounting brackets close to both sides of the joiner to provide additional support.

Positioning mounting brackets along a curtain track
Step 03

Position the brackets

Clip one bracket near each end of the track and distribute the remaining brackets evenly between them.

Make sure the grooves in the track fit securely into each bracket.

Tightening a mounting bracket onto a curtain track
Step 04

Lightly secure the brackets

Tighten the bracket screws enough to hold the brackets in position on the track.

Do not overtighten at this stage, as minor adjustments may still be required during positioning.

Measuring and marking curtain track bracket positions
Step 05

Mark the installation line

Hold the assembled track in its intended position and mark each bracket location on the wall or ceiling.

Use a level to make sure the track is straight and correctly aligned.

Drilling curtain track mounting holes and inserting anchors
Step 06

Drill and install anchors

Drill the marked holes and install anchors appropriate for the wall or ceiling material.

Anchors may not be required when fastening directly into solid wood, structural framing or suitable backing.

Securing curtain track mounting brackets to a ceiling
Step 07

Secure the track

Fasten each bracket securely to the wall or ceiling using the appropriate screws.

Once the track is correctly positioned, fully tighten the bracket screws and confirm that the entire track is stable.

Attaching drapery hooks to curtain track runners
Step 08

Hang the drapery

Insert each drapery hook into a corresponding runner on the curtain track.

Work gradually from one side to the other and confirm that the hooks are distributed evenly.

Steaming newly installed drapery
Step 09 ยท Optional

Steam and dress the drapery

Use a garment steamer to gently remove packaging wrinkles and creases.

Arrange the folds by hand and allow the drapery time to settle into its natural shape.