Blind fitting is one of those jobs that looks straightforward until you're standing on a step stool with a bracket in each hand, trying to hold a spirit level at the same time. Get the bracket positions wrong and the blind hangs crooked. Use the wrong fixing for the wall material and it pulls out within a few weeks. I fit blinds and curtain poles properly across Reading and Berkshire — level, secure, and looking exactly as they should.
The most common problem I see with DIY blind fitting is wrong fixings — using a standard wood screw in plasterboard, or a small plug that's not rated for the weight. UPVC window frames and tiled window surrounds need specific fixings too. I assess the substrate first and use the correct fixing for every installation.
Blind & Curtain Services
- Roller blind installation — standard and blackout
- Venetian blind fitting — aluminium and wood
- Roman blind fitting and track installation
- Vertical blind installation
- Curtain pole and track installation
- Bay window curtain poles and tracks
- UPVC window blind fitting
- Multiple window installations in a single visit
- Removal and replacement of existing blinds
⚠️ DIY Blind Fitting Tips — What to Watch Out For
- Always identify your wall substrate before drilling. Plasterboard, solid brick, UPVC frame and wooden frame all require different fixings and different drill bits. Using the wrong approach means fixings that pull out.
- Drill holes to the correct depth — not just the correct diameter. A hole that's too shallow means the plug can't expand properly. Mark the depth on your drill bit with masking tape before you start.
- Screw size must match the plug size. A screw that's too thin for its plug spins without gripping. A screw that's too large splits the plug. Check the plug packaging for the recommended screw gauge.
- Use the correct drill bit for the material. Masonry bits for brick and plaster, wood bits for timber frames, and specialist bits for UPVC. A masonry bit in a wood frame won't drill cleanly and can split the frame.
Why Choose SKWorks for Blind Fitting?
- ✅ All blind types and all wall substrates
- ✅ Correct fixings selected for every installation
- ✅ Level, secure finish every time
- ✅ Multiple blinds fitted in a single visit
- ✅ 25+ years property maintenance experience
- ✅ CIS registered and fully insured
- ✅ Free no obligation quote. No call out charge. From £40.