How to Install Pelmets and Technical Install guides.

At Blinds Downunder we have put together a collection of videos and written guides to assist with your Pelmet / Facia installation, also technical advice on recess fitters friends, multi-link, Zero Gravity and Multilink adjustment and how to use a clutch opening tool.

Directly below is our written guides on How to install Bonded / Padded Pelmets, Linea Valance Pelmets and what tools / hardware are required to install the pelmets in the video links below. All written guides below map out the items you will require to assist with your pelmet install.

    

For detailed information on the Sunboss Pelmet / Fascia range click on video guides below and refer to How to install Pelmets Guide above.The animated videos assist with the installation of all Sunboss Fascia / Pelmets sold on Blinds Downunder website. 

The SunBoss 75mm Fascia  come in two profiles; round and square. Both profiles come as one piece, have a classy powder coated finish and are are easy to install.Watch the video below for installation guidance.

75mm Fascia Installation Guide from Blindware on Vimeo.

The SunBoss C70/C50 Cassettes are sleek one-piece cassettes, that have a round profile. Both cassettes are are easy to install. The rounded profiles look great in both powder coated and wrapped fabric finishes. Watch the video below for installation guidance.

The SunBoss 80mm Blockout Face Fit Cassette, is a sleek unit which provides full light blockout option, As a cassette the 80mm Blockout Cassette is for an advanced installer.We only offer this product on request because of the technical nature of the install .Watch the video below for installation guidance. Contact us should you like to purchase this product.

80mm Blockout Cassette Installation Guide - Face Mount from Blindware on Vimeo.

 The SunBoss 80mm Blockout Recess Fit Cassette, is a sleek unit which provides full light blockout option, As a cassette the 80mm Blockout Cassette is for an advanced installer.We only offer this product on request because of the technical nature of the install .Watch the video below for installation guidance. Contact us should you like to purchase this product.

80mm Blackout Cassette Installation Guide - Inside Mount from Blindware on Vimeo.

The SunBoss 100mm Fascia is a one piece fascia that comes only in square profile for single roller blinds, There are two options fabric wrapped or  powder coated.The Sunboss 100mm fascia is easy to install.Watch the video below for installation guidance.

100mm Fascia Installation Guide from Blindware on Vimeo.

The SunBoss 160mm Fascia is a two piece fascia that comes only in a rounded  profile for double roller blinds, There are two options; fabric wrapped or  powder coated.The Sunboss 160mm fascia is easy to install.Watch the video below for installation guidance.

Double Fascia Installation Guide from Blindware on Vimeo.

Items Required to install your Sunboss Custom Fit Facia / Pelmets

1. Pencil to mark bracket holes in fixing position.
2. Drill with selected size drill bit for pilot holes (Test pilot hole size is correct on sample material. We suggest testing one masonry hole is correct for Green plugs prior to drilling all holes) You may require different drill bits depending on different materials. Consult your qualified local hardware for further assistance if required.
3. Phillips head screwdriver or Phillips head drill attachment, whichever is preferred.
4. Fixing screws for brackets. (Note*: Screws are not provided by Blinds Downunder, due to the different nature with fixing Brackets to different materials.) As a rough guide we recommend;
5. 40mm x 7 gauge\Timber screws for screwing MDF architraves
6. 20mm x 7 gauge\ Timber screws for internal recess fit, timber or MDF reveals and child safety tension devices.
7. 6 gauge self-tapping screws for aluminium or steel fixings
8. We do not recommend fixing brackets directly to plasterboard only. If you choose to proceed with this option, toggle bolts or plaster plugs, are sometimes recommended by your qualified local hardware store, as a last resort for fixing brackets. The hardware store will most likely recommend the highest load bearing capacity plugs and check if screws fit through bracket holes. Blinds Downunder only recommends fixing to solid substrates behind plaster ie; Timber noggins, Timber/steel lintels or Timber or steel studs.
9. Green Plugs and appropriate screws for masonry fixing, as guided by qualified local hardware store.

You may require additional assistant to help with the install of long Pelmets.

We recommend if you are unsure, that you take photos of install area and discuss with your qualified local hardware store for further detailed advice regarding fixing options. Blinds Downunder takes no responsibility for poor bracket fixing or damage caused by incorrect installations.

How to Install your Sunboss Custom Fit Fascia / Pelmets

1. Once desired fixing has been chosen and purchased from qualified local hardware store.
2. Place bracket in desired position on face fit or recess fit and mark holes using pencil.
3. Drill Pilot holes based on pencil marks for desired bracket position.
4. Place brackets in desired position and complete fastening desired fixing until complete. Place hand on bracket and apply gentle pressure to test adequate fixing.
5. On Pelmet installation page you will find guides on how to install each Sunboss Facia / Pelmet within the Hunter Douglas Range. Install Roller blinds prior to fitting pelmets. 
6. Installing Roller Blind, Install Pin end of Roller blind at selected end of bracket. The bracket has a hole that the pin sits in. The pin end sits opposite to the selected blind control side.
7. Apply light horizontal pressure to pin end to allow for control side of blind to fit inside brackets. Lift the control end and align hooks with two slot holes on bracket. Gently pull control end down, making sure control end is seated in bracket. Ensure chain is facing down. With double roller blinds, install cord diverter. Ensure cord is seated in cord diverter prior to installing pelmets.

*Important notes                                                        

1. Finally: Secure the ball chain off to the wall or inside of the reveal with a Child Safety Device to comply with the Australian Child Safety Regulations. All blinds require warning labels and our installer labels to be permanently installed. These guidelines need to be followed for child safety compliance. Refer to our child safety page, ACCC guidelines and downloads. These standards are required on all chorded blind installs. By purchasing our product, you agree to comply with ACCC guidelines on all blinds supplied by Blinds Downunder.