When you invest in new window blinds, how you mount them makes all the difference in creating a polished, finished look. Most styles can be mounted inside the window frame (inside mount) or on/above the trim (outside mount).

Which is best for your windows?

Today, our team at Supershade South in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, discusses the features and benefits of different mounting styles for blinds. We proudly serve the Gold Coast and South Florida with Hunter Douglas window treatments and Benjamin Moore paint and export to the Bahamas and the Caribbean, where large windows and sliding doors are common.

Below, our team breaks down when an outside mount shines, plus a closer look at ceiling-mounted panel track blinds.

What Are Outside Mount Blinds & Shades?

After hours of research, you have found the perfect window treatment, and now it’s time to see if an outside mount works for you. An outside mount places the headrail on the wall, trim, or ceiling rather than inside the window frame. This approach is ideal when you want to:

• Cover imperfect or shallow frames (or hide old holes/trimwork).
• Make windows look larger by extending width and height beyond the opening.
• Block more light and improve privacy with wider overlap purchase.
• Clear obstructions (locks, handles, alarm sensors) that reduce inside-mount depth.

Pro Tip: Outside mounts are forgiving visually—but only with precise measurements. Our Fort Lauderdale installers bring professional tools and years of experience so your blinds align, clear, and cover perfectly the first time.

Outside Mount vs. Inside Mount: Quick Guide

Choose an outside mount if you need:

• Maximum light control and privacy.
• To hide trim or imperfections.
• To enlarge the visual size of a window.
• Coverage for doorways/sliders or very wide openings.
• A solution when your window lacks depth for an inside mount.
  

Choose an inside mount if you want:

• A minimal, built-in look.
• To show off attractive trim or casing.
• A mount that stays fully within the frame (when depth allows).
  

What Are Panel Track Blinds?

Panel track blinds are a vertical window treatment that often mount outside the window frame—on the ceiling. They use wide fabric panels that slide horizontally along a sleek headrail—excellent for patio doors, sliders, and oversized windows. Panels typically range ~16–24 inches wide and are available in sheer, light-filtering, and room-darkening materials.

Skyline® Panel-Track Blinds by Hunter Douglas offer a contemporary twist on classic window treatment. Enjoy clean, architectural sliding panels that glide along the top track and can even act as room dividers! Made from wide panels instead of narrow 180-degree louvers, you will enjoy state-of-the-art operation and superior stability. This style works for both large spans and tall ceilings. We offer a curated mix of fabrics in a diverse range of colors, textures, and opacities to match coastal, modern, or transitional interiors.

Add Automation to Your Blinds for an Elevated Experience

Upgrading your Hunter Douglas blinds and shades with automation offers a world of benefits that will simplify your life.

• PowerView App: Create scenes and schedules for privacy, glare control, and energy savings—all from your phone.
• Pebble® Remote: Not a smartphone person? This stylish handheld remote controls up to six groups of window coverings; add a wall mount so it never disappears into the sofa.
• PowerView Hub: Integrates with leading smart-home systems and enables control from anywhere, perfect for second homes and island properties.

We Are the Best Place to Shop for Custom Window Blinds & Shades

Supershade South is a certified Hunter Douglas Gallery. We offer custom blinds in various styles that will complement your chosen interior motif. Our talented team is eager to assist you in exploring our selection of Hunter Douglas blinds. We have served our loyal customers for over twenty years with state-of-the-art Hunter Douglas window treatments and Benjamin Moore paints.

When you are ready to learn more, contact us today. We proudly serve the Gold Coast and South Florida from our showroom in Fort Lauderdale and serve our communities, including Boca Raton, Hollywood, Plantation, Pompano, Lighthouse Point, Lauderdale by the Sea, and Victoria Park, Florida.