Know your Venetian window blinds
Explaining the difference between Venetian blinds inside and outside mount will not only help you choose one or the other, but also draw your attention to some things to consider when purchasing and installing either. The
difference between Venetian blinds inside and outside mount will not affect only their appearance, but also their functionality and your ability to control the light, which is especially important when purchasing your window treatment. Understanding just how important making the right decision is, we are herewith explaining the
difference between Venetian blinds inside and outside mount and offering some installation tips that will help you
know your Venetian window blinds.
Inside and outside mount window treatments
First, let's deal with some differences between blinds, shades and other window treatments inside and outside mount. The first thing you need to know window treatments can be installed both inside and outside the window frame. The basic difference between blinds inside and outside mount is in the way they are hung. While inside mount blinds are attached within the window frame, where blinds flush with the wall, outside mount blinds are placed outside the window frame, extending beyond the wall and covering a larger area. Inside mount blinds and shades are a more common choice, since they usually offer a cleaner and tidier look than outside mount blinds which can appear messy and not as neat. Also, hanging your blinds inside the window sill makes them easier to combine with other window treatments like curtains and drapes. Beside the appearance, inside mount blinds are also more energy efficient due to the fact that they are fit closer to the window thus containing and trapping hot and cold air, preventing it from escaping outside or penetrating in, which is equally important during both winter and summer months.
On the other hand, outside mount blinds are especially convenient if you are unable to fit your blinds inside the window frame, which can be caused by many reasons, including the inadequate depth of your window frame or having handles, alarm sensors or locks inside the window frame. Also, irregular window shapes, like circular or rectangular ones, may make it impossible to mount the blind inside in a way it corresponds to your window shape, when outside mount blinds could be a better choice, since these will give you all the protection you need and not compromise the look of your windows. Outside mount blinds are a good choice if you have uneven windows and you want to make them uniform looking or you want to enlarge the size of your windows when looking from the outside, since these tend to cover larger surface than the inside mount blinds. Keep in mind that blinds placed outside are more exposed to external effects like sunlight, moisture and extreme temperatures and are not, unlike inside mount blinds, protected by the window, which can affect their durability and resistance.
Inside and outside mount Venetian blinds

Now, both inside and outside mount of Venetian blinds are installed inside the window frame, but there is still a difference between Venetian blinds inside and outside mount.
Outside mount Venetian blinds are placed outside the window frame, where brackets are set above the window. On the other hand, an inside mount places your Venetians over the glass, inside the window frame.
Inside mount Venetian blinds are usually combined with curtains, since the placement of your
Venetians does not need any extended rods, allowing your curtains to be easily hung, providing additional privacy protection when your Venetian blinds are completely raised. On the other hand outside mounts Venetian blinds are usually used as the only window treatment, leaving a bear window when raised.
Now, let's say you are aware of basic
difference between Venetian blinds inside and outside mount, so you have made your choice and opted for one of them. The next step would be properly installing your Venetians. Well, there are some things to pay attention to when fitting both inside and outside mounts of your blinds, in order of avoiding some problems that could not only prolong and complicate your installation task, but also affect your blinds functionality and appearance. The most important thing you need to do when
installing blinds on the outside is properly measuring the width that should correspond to the width of your window frame. Put them to far apart and your Venetians will cover much more than the window which can affect their appearance or put them too close or too short, your window will not be properly covered, which will endanger your window treatment insulating and privacy protection properties. A common mistake when
installing your Venetian blinds on the inside is making them too short which will have the same effect as shortening your outside mount blinds. Make sure to measure their size precisely so that your blinds cover the entire window glass, always measuring the drop from both sides of the recess down to the window frame.
Hope that
understanding the difference between Venetian blinds inside and outside mount helps, but bear in mind that you will probably not make a mistake by choosing either, since Venetian blinds are always a safe choice, providing ultimate protection for your windows and your privacy, enhancing the overall thermal and acoustic insulation of your home, enabling your easily control the light, while always looking sleek and elegant.