This document is an installation guide for various types of valances, specifically "Royal Valance," "Majestic Valance," and "Double Majestic Valance," designed to be used with Blinds To Go™ products. It provides detailed instructions for assembling and mounting these valances, emphasizing the importance of reading this guide before proceeding with the installation of the blind or shade itself.
Function Description:
The valances described in this guide are decorative top treatments for windows, designed to conceal the headrail or mounting hardware of blinds and shades, thereby providing a more finished and aesthetically pleasing appearance. They are an accessory to window coverings, enhancing the overall look of a window treatment. The guide covers the assembly of the valance components and their subsequent mounting, either inside or outside the window frame, in conjunction with existing blind or shade hardware.
Important Technical Specifications (Implied from parts and instructions):
- Valance Types: Royal Valance, Majestic Valance, Double Majestic Valance. Each type has specific components and assembly steps, particularly the Double Majestic Valance which includes a lower section.
- Materials: The valances utilize various components including valance support brackets (metal, with different designs for different mounting scenarios), corner pieces, corner covers, valance returns, valance clips, and valance insertion material (fabric, PVC, or aluminum). The insertion material can be trimmed or "popped" into place, suggesting a degree of flexibility or specific fitting requirements.
- Mounting Hardware:
- Valance Support Brackets: These are crucial for mounting the valance. The quantity required (2 or more) depends on the size of the valance. Two distinct designs of support brackets are shown, suggesting adaptability to different blind/shade systems or mounting preferences.
- Valance Clips: Used to secure the valance, with the quantity (2 or more) also dependent on the valance size.
- Lower Section Support Brackets: Specific to the Double Majestic Valance, these brackets facilitate the attachment of the lower valance section.
- Assembly Method: Primarily involves sliding components into slots, inserting pieces, and securing with clips or by pressing into grooves. Screws are used for mounting the valance to the window frame or ceiling in "Inside Mount" scenarios with regular brackets.
- Trimming: The guide explicitly mentions trimming excess valance insertion material (fabric, PVC, or aluminum) using household tape (for fabric) or a utility knife (for PVC/aluminum). It also notes that the top of the valance can be trimmed with a utility knife if necessary for clearance. Colored trims on Majestic valances can be trimmed with ordinary scissors.
Usage Features:
- Aesthetic Enhancement: The primary feature is to provide a clean, finished look to window treatments by hiding the functional hardware of blinds or shades.
- Versatility: The guide caters to different valance styles (Royal, Majestic, Double Majestic) and mounting types (Inside Mount, Outside Mount), indicating a versatile system.
- Inside Mount Options:
- Using Regular Brackets: The valance is screwed directly into the mounting surface together with the blind/shade's mounting brackets. This method requires drilling holes through the valance.
- Using Box Brackets: The valance rests on the headrail or track of the blind/shade. This requires cutting the top of the valance for clearance.
- Outside Mount Option: The assembled valance is placed into the bracket lips of the valance support brackets and pushed in, resting on the brackets. This suggests a simpler, clip-on type of installation for outside mounts.
- Step-by-Step Instructions: The guide breaks down the installation into clear, numbered steps with accompanying illustrations, making it user-friendly.
- Specific Instructions for Double Majestic Valance: This valance type has additional steps for assembling its lower section, highlighting its multi-component design.
- Material Handling Notes: Includes advice on how to handle the valance insertion material if it's too thick to slide, suggesting "popping" it into place with caution to avoid breakage.
Maintenance Features (Implied):
- Durability: The use of plastic and metal components suggests a durable construction, designed to withstand the typical environment of a window treatment.
- Trimming for Fit: The ability to trim various valance components (insertion material, valance top, colored trims) implies that the valances are designed to be custom-fitted to the specific window dimensions and blind/shade setup, which contributes to a neat appearance and potentially easier long-term care by ensuring a snug fit.
- Component-Based Design: The valances are assembled from multiple parts, which could imply that individual components might be replaceable if damaged, though this is not explicitly stated. The modular nature of the design might also simplify cleaning or adjustments if the valance needs to be removed and reattached.
- Material-Specific Care: The mention of different insertion materials (fabric, PVC, aluminum) suggests that cleaning or maintenance might vary depending on the material, though specific cleaning instructions are not provided in this installation guide. For instance, fabric might require different cleaning methods than PVC or aluminum.
- Secure Attachment: The various methods of securing the valance (screwing, clips, pressing into grooves) are designed to ensure it remains firmly in place, reducing the need for frequent re-adjustment or re-installation.
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