Yeah good point thanks for the tip. This is great feedback, I will tag your comment so it’s always at the top. Thanks again…

I saw this comment and changed my method. I actually cut them quickly (Not slow like in the video) as you would with a piece of wood. I didn’t want prolonged exposure to heat from the blade. Then I basically opened/stretched out the blinds to make sure that they wouldn’t stick together. Surprisingly, I waited like 5 minutes and they were slightly sticky/fused together already, but I was still able to pull them apart without much issue. I imagine that if I stretched out the blinds within a minute then it would’ve been even easier or they wouldn’t have fused together at all. Just a tip that seemed to work for me.

@@robfrancis2195 you are correct t best to stretch them out right after cutting. The material I believe has some plastics and as you said does melt a little

@@justincase9281 thanks

Thanks and appreciate that you left a comment

What is the blind you used called ? Any link to it please?

No problem just make sure it’s all plastic…

Thank you very much, really appreciate your support

@@LonghornWorkshop see you my friend. be happy.

Thanks Juliet, it was good to take care of this quick fix. It’s been on the list for a long time now. Thanks again

Awesome thanks for leaving the comment!

Thanks appreciate that, I probably know this but you google FastCap Zero Clearance Tape, I heard I s good, but I have never used it

Lol you know it, I got ice running through my blood…🤣

Thanks and yeah love these cordless blinds.

Thanks Mark, actually you can cut it with a very sharp kitchen knife but no ones got time for that…🤣

This guy makes it not only look easy he shows that it is easy. No screwing around just concise clear instructions and good installation practices.the tape trick is so simple but important.I use it all the time for finish carpentry

Great and thanks for the feedback

Thanks appreciate that. That’s cool that you found one at the habitat store

Yeah cordless is the way to go.

Thanks mate

Thanks

Thanks hope it all goes well

Thanks appreciate you visiting and commenting

Thanks appreciate that. This was a really easy one, which makes a change

@@LonghornWorkshop most definitely 😁😁😁

Absolutely, having it made custom would have been really expensive and all they would have done is what anyone can do but they have special blades.

Thanks and yeah a metal saw blade should work I would think.

Thanks !!

Lol yeah it’s hard to find someone, specially when I need plywood cut to size. This blind I already had from another house, so finally put it to use.

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Thanks man

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Thanks man

That’s fantastic, thanks for leaving a comment, it really does help.

@@nbpt1000 just a normal wood cutting blade, the more teeth the better.

Not really needed for this but a zero clearance is good to have to avoid tearout when cutting wood. The reason is the the item you are cutting is completely supported and hence reduces tearout. Using a tape is just a cheap substitute for having a wood or plastic zero clearance insert. Hope that helps

I think it should work, however ever tried it so can’t say for sure. I guess you can try and just take a little off and see what happens. The cellular ones I had did have some plastic material inbuilt into the cellular.

Thanks appreciate that, you want to search for “cordless cellular shades”. That should bring up a lot of places that sell similar shades. If you live in the US you can check the out at Hone Depot, or Lowes etc… Amazon is another option too

Pleated or cellular blinds have been around for years and years.but make sure you shop carefully.I had an estimate done for a brand called Graber.they quoted me over 300.00 for a 48 by 48 inch blind.that’s just robbery.I got the same blind from Home Depot here in Canada for $70.00.so do some checking there’s a lot of smoke and mirrors out there

@@polarlab113 you are correct, designer stores are out there to just steal you money. Stick to big box stores and Amazon. Then cut the to size if the don’t have the same size.

@@polarlab113 thank you so much.

Yeah that’s the problem with the big box stores. Thanks for visiting and the comment.

I think it’s better to chop down. My saw is a slider as well but I chopped down to make the cut. Good luck 👍

Awesome!

Are you trying to reduce the width or the length 0f the shade? What kind of shade is it

@@LonghornWorkshop I want to reduce the length. It looks like reducing the width is pretty easy.

@@rvlostagain6137 reducing the length is going to be tricky, depending on your blinds can’t you just pull / fold the blind up to the desired length.

Just a wood cutting blade, the more teeth the better the cut.

Not sure if the question but I am using a miter saw to cut it. You ideally want to use a blade with more teeth per inch so it gives to a better cut.

More teeth smooth cut. Got it! Muchas Gracias!…

That’s a good question, I have never tried it. You could do a test run and cut it wider that you need. If that works then cut it to size. My advise is to really compact the blind with the tape before trying it. Take my advice as is, like I said never done it, if you try it let us know how it goes…😀

Well my miter saw is a few alt 12” sliding. I don’t need a big saw like that but got a good deal on it years ago. Before this. Had a small simple 10” saw that did most of all i needed to do

@@LonghornWorkshop - what do you mean by “few alt xx sliding”? I wonder about using a hack saw. But right now I’m leaning towards cutting the fabric with scissors.

@@-Stop-it sorry I meant to say Dewalt 12” sliding miter saw. You can also use a sharp serrated bread knife as well. I have see that done… See this kzfaq.info/get/bejne/sJhke6ujvtqsdJ8.html

Thanks for the comment. Depends on the material the blinds are made of. As far as the mechanism, as long as where you are cutting does not cut any parts that are required to move the blinds up and down it should be ok. Again you just have to inspect it yourself and see if it will work.

@@LonghornWorkshop They are a lot like the ones on your video except the have metal inside the upper parts where there is more structure. And the actual blinds are made of fabric and plastic. In terms of the actual structure it's very similar with the mechanisms are being closer to the middle and not on the edge.

@@Smongo412 you would want to avoid cutting the metal with a miter saw. Not sure what to tell you, you can call your local Home Depot or Lowes and see if they can cut it for you.

@@LonghornWorkshop fair enough. It's like, the plastic at the top of the blind, the fits into the mounts, is actually metal with fabric around it, on mine. We are probably going to find a professional company that cuts them down because otherwise we have to pay for all new blinds, just because we have 4 that are like 1/4 inch to 1/2 inch too wide for the new windows. Painful. Thanks for the great video!

Not really easy to do that, and I would not recommend it. However you can try and cut it to length and glue it back on, but I have never tried that

It’s it metal then you would have to try it with a hacksaw which cuts metal and cut it my hand. Or any other tool that can cut metal. Personally I would not cut a metal shade, instead see if the local hardware store can do it with their blind machines.

A very sharp knife, like a serrated bread knife would work as well. Or see if a neighbor has a miter saw Or some big DIY stores like Home Depot may cut it for you free.

Forgot to include a link of someone cutting it with a knife kzfaq.info/get/bejne/sJhke6ujvtqsdJ8.html

Not sure what you mean?

@@LonghornWorkshop The circular blade or circular iron saw that spin and cut.

@@abdessamadbouaicha3286 it’s just a regular miter saw blade, I think my blade has about 80 teeth, although it shouldn’t matter as long as it’s more than 40 teeth.

I have seen it done with a sharp serrated bread knife s well. The saw just makes it quicker, but agreed not everyone has a miter saw. Appreciate you visiting and the feedback

Mate the blinds look brilliant when done & I assure you I will follow your vid..but I'm currently looking at mine(same as yours) and am wondering would a mini hacksaw work? Thanks for the reply and the vid bro 👌

@@andreasm7348 a mini hacksaw would work on the plastic but not on the material. You could use the hacksaw to cut the plastic and then use a sharp serrated knife to slice through the material. Or see if a neighbor has a miter saw you can use… Check this out kzfaq.info/get/bejne/sJhke6ujvtqsdJ8.html

@@LonghornWorkshop lol I'm already ahead of you, my neighbour lent me a circular saw 👌 Cheers mate..top man