Grip Fitâ„¢ Installation Suitability and Measuring Guide - Recess Fitting (Only)

Grip Fit™ roller blinds are designed for secure, easy installation, but ensuring the correct suitability and precise measurements is essential for a successful fit. This guide walks you through assessing your space, ensuring your recess is suitable, and measuring accurately.

Is Grip Fit™ Suitable for Your Space?

1. Is Your Recess Solid?

The Grip Fit™ bracket system relies on a secure and sturdy recess to withstand the force exerted during installation.The bracket system exerts up to 60kg of force, so a solid recess is crucial for a secure installation. Suitable substrates include brick, tile, plasterboard, and wood, all of which have been thoroughly tested for compatibility.

Note: If your recess is made of plasterboard without a solid backing or any material that shifts under pressure, it will not be suitable for Grip Fit™ installation.

2. Is Your Recess Deep Enough?

The cassette requires a minimum clearance depth of 9cm.

  • Ensure there are no obstructions within this space, such as window handles, tiles, or fittings, that could impede proper installation.
  • Measure the depth of your recess to confirm compatibility.

3. Are Your Walls Parallel?

For the Grip Fit™ system to function, the walls within the recess must be parallel:

  • Check for Tapering: Walls that curve inward or outward will prevent the rubber compound on the brackets from making secure contact.
  • Use a level or measuring tool to ensure consistent widths across the recess's height.

 

Measuring for Grip Fit™ Installation

Accurate measurements are critical for ensuring your Grip Fit™ roller blind fits perfectly. We recommend measuring the area where the blind will be installed within the 'Recess,' positioning as close to the window as possible.

Follow these steps:

  • Use a Steel Metal Tape Measure - for accuracy and measure in centimetres to the nearest millimetre.

 

  • Measure the width - at the top of the 'recess,' from wall to wall, (making no deductions), as this will determine the width of your blind. Be sure to double-check your measure­ments to ensure accuracy.
  • Measure the Height - of the 'Recess' from the top down along the left side, middle, and right side. Note the smallest measurement, as this will determine your blind height. Always double-check your measurements to ensure accuracy!
  • Look Out for any Obstructions - such as window handles, tiles, dado rails etc and take their position into account if neccessary.


Important Note: 
The Fabric will be up to 4cm less than overall blind width to allow for brackets and operation. The Roller Blind will always be manufactured with 'extra' fabric on the length to ensure the tube is covered and not visible when the blind is fully extended to the height ordered.
 

Installation Guide for Grip Fit™ Roller Blinds:

Simple step by step guide on how to install your blind within the Recess.

 

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