Getting Started

Installing your iSeekBlinds roller blind is a straight forward DIY project, we’re here to make sure you get it right the first time.

Below, you’ll find clear, step-by-step instructions along with videos showing exactly how it’s done. Whether you’ve ordered chain-driven or motorised blinds, just follow the steps that match your setup.

Installation instructions

In case you can’t have your device nearby to watch the videos whilst installing, we’ve created some written instructions that you can print out and keep with you. These instructions have been written as easy-to-follow steps, as we want to make your DIY installation as simple and pain free as possible.

What You’ll Need

Before you get started, make sure you’ve got:

1–2 people (helpful for larger blinds)

Grey lead pencil

Cordless drill and 3mm drill bit (for pre-drilling if required)

Cordless drill and 3mm drill bit (for pre-drilling if required)

Step ladder

Spirit level (optional)

Appropriate screws if installing into masonry, aluminium or metal

Tip: Pre-drilling your screw holes is recommended to avoid timber splitting, especially in older homes or when outside mounting.

What’s Included in the Box

Your blinds are packed with care and labelled with the room name to keep things organised.

1 x Custom roller blind

2 x Brackets (1 x male for the control/motor side, 1 x female for the pin end)

2 x Bracket covers (outside mount only)

4 x Screws (for timber installation)

1 x Stop ball (chain drive only)

1 x Child safety cleat with screw (chain drive only)

Plus, if you ordered a pelmet:

1 x Pelmet

Spring-loaded pelmet brackets (quantity will depend on you blind width)

Watch & Install – Step by Step

Step 1: Unpack and Prepare

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Carefully unpack your blind - avoid sharp tools

Lay it on a clean surface under the correct window

Check your parts and read the label for the room name

If your blind is white, use clean gloves to avoid marking the fabric

Step 2: Mark Your Bracket Positions

Hold each bracket in position

Use a pencil to mark screw hole positions

The male bracket goes on the chain or motor side

The female bracket goes on the pin end

Use a spirit level to check alignment

Step 3: Fix the Brackets

Pre-drill holes if needed

Use your cordless screwdriver and the screws provided

For outside mounts, slide on the bracket covers before fixing

Make sure the brackets are level and secure

Step 4: Install the Blind

For Chain Drive:

Ensure the chain hangs evenly and the chain guide is facing down

Insert the chain end into the male bracket first

Guide the pin end into the female bracket until it clicks

There should be 1.5 – 2mm of side-to-side movement (known as float)

Adjust bracket positions or extend the pin if needed

For Motorised:

Make sure the flat side of the motor is facing down (6 oclock)

Unroll about 20cm of fabric before installation

Insert the motor end into the male bracket

Keep the blind level as you guide the pin end into the female bracket

Check for proper float (1.5–2mm)

Important note for installing motor blinds. Insure you are always holding the end of the motor in position (two people recommended). If the blind is tilted down the motor will slide out of the tube and cannot be installed correctly.

Chain Drive Only – Finish with Safety Features

Stop Ball

Lower the blind to the bottom

Attach the stop ball to the chain just before it enters the control

This prevents the fabric from over-rolling and keeps your mechanism safe

Child Safety Cleat

Ensure the chain is positioned inside the cleat before attaching to the wall

Fix the cleat to the wall or window frame with supplied screw.

Attaching the cleat to a wooden frame or wall studs is best.

The chain should hang down with minimal tension.

Required by law for safety and to maintain your warranty

Don’t remove the warning tag attached to the chain

Installing a Pelmet (If Ordered)

A Pelmet adds a polished finish to your roller blind and helps reduce dust. Watch the video for a full walkthrough.

Install the spring-loaded brackets level to the architrave or wall. The brackets can sit 150mm from the outside edges to insure a strong fixing. This can be adjusted if necessary

Attach the pelmet to the spring-loaded brackets provided with slight tilt motion.

Your roller blind brackets are already installed inside the pelmet

Once the pelmet is up, simply click your roller blind into place inside the pelmet.

Always hold the motor end when installing and keep blind level at all times.

Final Checks

Test the blind - make sure it rolls smoothly and tracks evenly

If it’s drifting to one side, unroll the blind and apply a small strip of masking tape to the opposite end of the aluminium tube

For motorised blinds, complete remote pairing and test operation

Troubleshooting Made Easy

Watch our step-by-step troubleshooting videos for simple fixes and expert guidance to get your blinds working perfectly.

Blind won’t click in:

Retract the pin end slightly and try again. Always install the control or motor side first.

Blind rolls unevenly:

Use masking tape to correct the roll direction.

Chain feels tight or has broken:

If mounted outside adjust bracket to allow for 1.5mm float from left to right.

If inside mounted the blind has been measured incorrectly and installed two tight inside the reveal. See our trouble shooting videos.

If chain has broken at the position of the stop ball, then due care was not taken when lowering the blind and subsequent damage has occurred.

Cleaning your blind:

Wipe gently with a soft, neutral colored damp cloth. Avoid harsh chemicals or abrasive rubbing. You can also use a vacuum with brush attachment.

Need a Hand?

If you're unsure at any point, you're not alone.

Watch the videos on this page

Visit our Troubleshooting section

Or book a free video consultation 

At iSeekBlinds, we’ve designed our products - and our support - to help you DIY with confidence. Let’s get your blinds installed and looking their best.