Summary: Learn how to replace decorative tape rolls on Hunter Douglas horizontal blinds originally built with decorative tapes. If your tapes are frayed, misaligned, or no longer lifting smoothly, this repair can help restore function and appearance. These steps use EPIC™ replacement components and apply only to blinds manufactured with decorative tapes—this is not a conversion from standard ladder cords. If your blind uses standard ladder cords, see the article titled Convert to EPIC™ Tape Roll Components for full upgrade instructions.
Applies To: Parkland®, Everwood®, Modern Precious Metals®
Replacement Steps
1. Prepare the Blind
2. Remove the Old Tape Roll and Support
3. Install the New EPIC™ Tape Roll Supports
4. Thread the Lift Cords
5. Add New Decorative Tape Rolls
6. Reinsert the Tilt Rod and Reassemble the Blind
Prepare the Blind
- Stack the blind under the headrail by pulling the lift cords.
- Remove the blind from the brackets.
- Tap out the thin metal end lock using a screwdriver and hammer.
- Pull the tilt rod out and set it aside.
Remove the Old Tape Roll and Support
- Pull the old tape roll upward to access the metal retainer.
- Pinch the retainer using pliers or your fingers.
- Remove it from the tape roll.
- Separate the breakaway tassel that holds the lift cord. Save all parts for reinstallation.
- Pull the lift cord through the cordlock and down through the tape support.
- Remove the old support with a screwdriver or by flexing the headrail.
Install the New EPIC™ Tape Roll Supports
- Angle each new EPIC™ support toward the rear of the headrail.
- Position the small tab of the support under the lip of the headrail.
- Press down until the support snaps into place.
- Repeat this for all tape roll positions.
Thread the Lift Cords
- Thread the lift cord down through each new EPIC™ support.
- Route the lift cord correctly based on your product design.
- After routing all cords, reattach the breakaway cord connectors you removed earlier.
Add New Decorative Tape Rolls
- Squeeze the tape roll pin and insert it into one end of the new tape roll.
- Feed each decorative tape through the route hole on the tape roll.
- Squeeze the second pin and insert it into the other side of the tape roll.
- Push the tape roll into the support until it clicks into place.
- Repeat for each tape roll across the blind.
Reinsert the Tilt Rod and Reassemble the Blind
- Slide the V-shaped tilt rod back through the tape rolls.
- Make sure to align the V-notch in the rod with the V-notch in each tape spool.
- Push the metal end cap back into place on the headrail.
- Reinstall the blind into the mounting brackets.