Start with the window, not the shade
A smooth cordless bamboo shade installation begins with two measurements: the width and height of your window opening. Take both at the top, middle, and bottom of the opening, and use the smallest width figure. For height, measure from the top of the opening to the sill. These numbers tell you which size range you need before you look at any product.
The Cordless Riki Bamboo Shade comes in four width-and-height combinations: 24x72 in, 36x72 in, 48x72 in, and 60x72 in, all with a 72 in drop. Match your smallest window width to the nearest available size that fits your mounting plan. If your window falls between sizes, decide whether you want the shade to sit inside the frame or overlap it on the wall—that choice affects which width you order.
How to measure for bamboo blinds
Use a metal tape measure and write down each figure in inches. Measure twice so a slipped tape does not send you back to the product page.
- Measure the window width in three places: Record the width at the top, middle, and bottom of the opening. The smallest of the three is your true width for fitting decisions.
- Measure the height from top to sill: Measure at the left, center, and right of the opening. Use the longest figure if you want the shade to reach the sill.
- Check the mounting depth: Inside mount requires enough recess depth for the roller and bracket. The supplied product information does not specify a required depth, so check your window frame and the hardware included with your shade before ordering.
- Compare against the available sizes: The Riki shade is offered in 24x72 in, 36x72 in, 48x72 in, and 60x72 in. Choose the size that matches your measured width and your preferred mounting style.
What the Riki shade gives you to work with
- Cordless Riki Bamboo Shade: Available in four sizes: 24x72 in, 36x72 in, 48x72 in, and 60x72 in, all with a 72 in drop. These are the only width and height combinations confirmed in the supplied record, so your window measurement needs to fit one of them.
Cordless Riki Bamboo Shade - Cordless Riki Bamboo Shade: The cord-free design lets you manually adjust the height easily. There is no chain or cord to tension or anchor, which simplifies the fitting check after mounting.
- Cordless Riki Bamboo Shade: The shade's texture has a light filtering quality that provides privacy. This helps you decide whether the shade suits a room where you want softened daylight without a full blackout.
- Cordless Riki Bamboo Shade: The shade is described as beige in the product copy, and the listed variants are White. Confirm the color name on the variant you select so the finish matches your room before you install.
Inside mount or outside mount?
An inside mount places the shade within the window recess, giving a built-in look and keeping the shade clear of surrounding wall space. It requires a square opening and enough depth for the roller and brackets. The supplied product information does not confirm a required recess depth or bracket dimensions, so inspect your frame and the hardware that arrives with the shade before you commit to this approach.
An outside mount attaches the shade to the wall or trim above the window, which can hide an out-of-square opening and provide more overlap for light control. With the Riki shade's fixed 72 in drop, an outside mount may extend below the sill depending on your window height. Measure the wall space above and below the window before choosing this route, and pick a width that covers the opening plus any overlap you want.
Bamboo shade mounting tips for a cleaner fit
- Dry-fit before drilling: Hold the shade in position and check that it clears the window hardware, trim, and any nearby furniture. Confirm the roller orientation matches the bracket setup supplied with your shade.
- Mark bracket positions with the shade in place: Use a pencil to mark screw holes while the shade is held level. A helper makes this step faster and reduces the chance of a crooked mark.
- Check the cordless adjustment path: After mounting, lower and raise the shade through its full travel. The cord-free design is adjusted manually, so confirm the shade moves freely and settles at the height you want without catching.
- Account for the 72 in drop: All four Riki sizes share the same 72 in drop. On a shorter window, the shade may extend past the sill or gather at the bottom, so plan the mounting height with that fixed length in mind.
What to confirm before you order
The supplied record does not include installation instructions, a required bracket spacing, or a confirmed care routine for the Cordless Riki Bamboo Shade. Treat the steps above as measurement and fitting checks rather than a manufacturer procedure, and follow any printed instructions that arrive with the product. If your window requires a depth or hardware specification that is not confirmed here, contact the store before ordering rather than guessing.
Color is the other detail to verify. The product copy describes beige cordless blinds, while the listed variants are named White. Check the variant label on the product page so you receive the finish you expect, then measure once more against the 24x72 in, 36x72 in, 48x72 in, or 60x72 in option you selected.
