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35MM BASSWOOD

SOLID TIMBER VENETIAN BLINDS

Installation Instructions

Tools Recommended for Installation:

Mounting Hardware:

( Note : Centre support supplied for blind width 100 cm or over)

Centre Support

Mounting Bracket Screw #1

Screw #2

Valance Return

Clip

Hold Down

Bracket

Screw #3

Cord Cleat

Screw

Cord Cleat

1

Metal tape

measure

Pencil

Drill

Phillips Head

Screwdriver

Step

Ladder

Drill Bit

(1/8” diameter)

When  opening  or  closing  blind,  only  raise  or  lower  the  blind 

1.

when  the  slats  are  in  the  horizontal  (open  position).  Larger 
blinds  must  be  raised  or  lowered  in  stages.  Raising  or 
lowering  in  one  singular  motion  places  excessive  stress 
on  the  mechanism,  strings  and  brackets.

It  is  not  recommended  that  wooden  blinds  be  fitted  in

2.

damp  or  wet  environments  as  warpage  may  occur.

Dust  blinds  regularly.

3.

If  the  blind  becomes  damp  or  wet,  wipe  down  immediately.

4.

The  slats  should  be  horizontal  (open)  and  the  blind
released  and  lowered  completely. Allow  to  dry  by
removing  the  blinds  from  the  brackets  and  lay  down
on  a  hard  surface.  Do  not  place  in  direct  sunlight  as
excessive  heat  may  cause  the  slats  to  warp.  If  the
blinds  are  excessively  wet,  do  not  place  the  blinds
on  to  a  surface  that  may  absorb  any  stain.

This  wooden  blind  does  not  require  any  oiling.

5.

If  you  have  any  doubts  about  the  care  or  maintenance
of  your  wooden  blind,  do  not  hesitate  to  contact  your
nearest  supplier  for  advice.

RECOMMENDED  CARE  FOR  WOODEN  BLINDS

WARNING

Reduce Risk of Strangulation to Infants and Toddlers.

Position Safety Cord-Stops before using Blinds.

Clamp or clothes pin
Cleat 

1.
2.

WARNING!

     Children  can  be  strangled  in  blind  or

drapery  cords.    To  keep  cords  out  of  reach  of  children,  use
these  methods:

1

2

4

3

Tie the cord to itself
Tie-down device 

3.
4.

SUNWOOD

Do  not  force  the  cord  when  tilting  the  blinds,  this  may  cause 
The  mechanism  to  break. 

NOTE : 

Use of Hold Down Brackets is recommended to fully utilize the safety feature of the cord-stops.

1

2

3

4

To Position Safety Cord-Stops:

1

2

4

3

Cord-Stop

Lift cord

Cord-Stop

2.5 to 5 cm

Push both the cord-stop and
the loosened knot toward the
headrail until the cord-stop is
2.5 to 5 cm below the headrail.
Hold cord-stop in place and pull
firmly on lift cord to re-tighten
knot. Repeat steps 2, 3 & 4 for
each cord-stop.

If cord-stops ARE NOT 2.5 to 
5 cm below headrail, loosen 
(but do not untie) the knot 
surrounding the cord-stop.

Measure the distance from
headrail to cord-stops.  
If cord-stops are 2.5 to 5 cm
below the headrail, no further 
adjustment is needed. Your 
blind is ready to be used.

Install blind as directed by
manufacturer, making sure
headrail is securely fastened.
Lower blind to maximum 
desired length and lock into
place.

Headrail

Headrail

Headrail

Valance Clip

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