An outside mount installing the blinds on the wall or trim above the window is usually just recommended when windows are too shallow to mount inside or when there are obstructions like a window crank.
Blinds inside or outside window frame.
This must be the unobstructed depth.
When deciding inside mount vs.
Can hide ugly window casings molding or glass.
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If window casing is shallow then outside mounting is the answer.
As the name implies outside mount blinds are installed outside of the window frame usually on.
This mounting style is more traditional.
5 blinds that look best when hanging outside the window frame fit the windows perfectly and provide full coverage against sun protection.
Inside mount blinds are installed inside the window frame.
These make it impossible to install and use an inside mount window treatment.
The brackets for the outside mount blinds and shades can be installed on the window frame on the wall outside of the window frame or on the ceiling above the window frame.
If your window is not set deeply enough recessed blinds may extend outside the frame.
You have an obstruction inside your window frame such as a crank handle lock handle or alarm sensor.
Inside mount wood blinds allow the beveled nature of the window frame to still be showcased on the opposite side of the coin if you have older frame work that is unsightly and you want to hide it from view an outside mount blind or shade can go over the edges of the frame and cover up outdated trim.
Outside mount the first thing you should do is measure the depth of your window frame.
Choosing inside or outside mount blinds outside mount blinds.