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How to Fixing a Shutter

Fixing a shutter, when to replace an old blind

Most blinds are put in the houses are made of PVC. A bug which often shows this type of material is the deterioration of the slats with the passage of time. Change is not too complicated; grab new Plank follow these steps:

  • The first thing is to unscrew the case of the blind and the lower cap to be able to draw the blinds at the top. When you’re out, deploy it where it is broken up and remove all the lamas who are below. Once done, you should replace the lama in disrepair by the new and set the shutter, ensuring it is perfectly level.
  • The next step is to pick up the blinds and turning the shaft aligning the slats well. You may need help at this time because the rollout can be somewhat weighty. Someone can hold it while you Putting the lamas. Now you can reintroduce the blinds in your lane. Do not forget to put caps and seal the lid. Your blind is now ready.

Fixing a shutter, when changing the tape

Another common problem is to break the tape that we can raise and lower the blinds, causing it to be fall. To repair it will need a screwdriver, a drill, a couple of screws and nails, and a piece to hold:

  • As in the previous case we first need to do is remove the lid of the drum. Then we will post the tape with a nail in the top of the retraction mechanism to release the shutter without the shaft is in continuous motion.
  • Once we have everything we release the tape prepared by the bottom and came to the blind by pulling ourselves up. Next is removing the damaged tape, making sure that the shutter securely.
  • Since we only have to attach the new tape, inserting the metal tabs into the slots of the shaft. At this point, we can move to close the box and reuse our blind normally.

With a little time and a few fairly basic materials we can learn how to fix a shutter and thus prolong its life. Although this type we like classical, new trends in decor offer a wide range of colors for this model that will make our rooms more cheerful and original places. It just depends on our personal taste.

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