Fabric Blinds (No Vinyl Backing)

• 1). Remove vertical blinds from rod and lay on bare floor or other suitably long, flat surface.
  
  
• 2). Remove weights from bottom of fabric louvers and set aside.
  
  
• 3). Measure each louver lengthwise and mark with pencil. Allow enough extra length to fold and re-sew the weight pocket (approximately 2 1/8 inches extra).
  
  
• 4). Cut each louver individually with scissors and straight edge where marked.
  
  
• 5). Fold each louver under, and sew to create weight pocket.
  
  

Vinyl, Perforated Vinyl, Metal or Vinyl-Backed Fabric Blinds

• 1). Put vertical blinds on a flat surface.
  
  
• 2). Measure each louver for desired length. Mark with pencil.
  
  
• 3). Cut each louver using scissors and straight edge.
  
  
• 4). Sand louvers with minimal pressure to eliminate rough edges. Start with a fine grit and end with superfine-grit sandpaper.
  
  

Faux Wood or Wood Blinds

• 1). Lay vertical blinds on a flat surface.
  
  
• 2). Measure louvers and mark with pencil for cutting.
  
  
• 3). Cut each louver individually with a chop saw.
  
  
• 4). Sand bottom edge of each louver, beginning with fine-grit sandpaper and ending with superfine grit. Use only enough pressure to sand away rough or uneven edges.