DIY Fix Vertical Blinds | Track Blade Pulley | Vertical Blind Control

0:00 Vertical Blind Pulley
0:46 New Pulley unpacking
1:19 Examining Broken Pulley
1:46 The pulley chain
3:28 Pulley chain installation tip
4:46 Pulley mechanism guide tracks / headrail
6:35 Pulley housing discovery and tips
8:19 Installing pulley part into vertical blind track
15:35 Brackets that hold track to roof
16:33 New vertical blind pulley part after install
18:12 Cleaning vertical blinds
19:02 Re-installing vertical blind blades
20:55 Fixed vertical blinds in action
Vertical Blinds DIY Fix
Our vertical blinds were broken for so long, we had forgotten how they actually worked. Instead of pulling on the chain we removed the chain when a piece inside the pulley mechanism broke and used the ropes instead. When the piece broke more where we could no longer retract or extend the vertical blinds, we set out to fix them ourselves.
Knowing that we didn’t know what we were doing, we videotaped the process in hopes that it helps you avoid some of the pitfalls and misconceptions we encountered. As you will see, at times, we thought we had it figured out, but it turns out that we had to change our minds as we continued and discovered what had actually happened to our vertical blind pulley.
At first we didn’t even know the key words to use to search for the part. This is what we eventually found in case this or something similar works for you.
What we finally found was that it is called a Vertical Blind Control Set and cost around $12 without the chain. Ours was the Vertical Blind Control Set with the Tilt Control & Idle-End Return. Item #: VRT-CNT99-Set. It's important to measure and look for a part with the same measurements. Also, we learned that the track itself is called a Headrail and the headrail can be either "Notched" or "Notch-Less". Ours is notch-less. The notch is the extra opening on the lip of the rail that exposes the two wheels.
We aren't affiliated with them, but we got this our part at this link blindsusainc.com/vbtrackcompo...
(Remember to double check the measurements and style that work for your project)
Also, originally we thought we could change the piece without removing the track. It seemed a daunting task to remove such a big track. But, it turned out to be one of the easiest parts to do.
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[@kathleenwong5950]

Very helpful, thanks!

[@sunnysprinkles]

Cheers!

[@ceceMsD]

thank You so much. Just one thing I notice the screws suppose to screw into it from outside. Atleast that is how mines were before taking apart. great help thou

[@sunnysprinkles]

Oh! That is interesting. I think your comment may be very helpful for someone that has that configuration. I noticed when we went to buy our replacement there are several types. We got the one that looked and measured like ours. Also, taking pictures before disassembling the broken one might help someone starting the project. Thanks for adding your experience. Cheers! :)

[@alexwarthen9229]

I have the exact same assembly. Where did you order the pulley system from (and what was it called)? I need to replace the pulley but I’m having trouble finding the part.

[@sunnysprinkles]

Hi Alex, Please make sure to measure everything carefully, I know that we had to do a lot of research and measurements, because a lot of the parts look almost identical. We probably got ours from ebay. We searched for the original receipt last night but couldn't find it. Today we realized that we had posted information about the part in the description of the video that should help in finding it or an alternative even if the original seller is not selling this part anymore. But again, please make sure to check your setup carefully and much good luck in finding the part and fixing it.