Blackout Shades

Not necessarily. A 100% blackout fabric rating refers to light passing through that material, not the entire installed window. Light may still enter around the sides, top, or bottom. Performance also depends on whether you select blackout fabric or an optional blackout lining. Review the specific product and plan adequate coverage before ordering.

Blackout fabric provides its light-blocking layer within the shade material itself. A blackout lining is an additional layer offered with selected decorative shade fabrics. A textured or patterned base fabric is not automatically blackout without that lining. Check the fabric's listed light-blocking rating and select the appropriate lining where available.

Roller shades offer a streamlined appearance, with fabric that rolls up near the headrail. Roman shades form soft folds as they rise and bring a more decorative, textile-led look. Choose the style that suits your room, then verify the selected fabric or lining's light-blocking specification. Style alone does not determine blackout performance.

Choose your product and mounting style first, then follow its measuring guide for custom width and length. An inside mount gives a recessed look but can leave perimeter gaps. Where the product and surrounding space allow it, an outside mount with suitable overlap can improve coverage. Layering curtains can provide additional edge coverage. Do not add or subtract measurements unless the product guide instructs you to.

Cordless and motorized lift options are offered on selected designs, and selected Roman shades also have no-drill versions. These describe different features: cordless and motorized refer to operation, while no-drill refers to mounting. Available combinations, controls, lining choices, and window-frame requirements vary by product. Confirm your chosen configuration before ordering and follow its installation instructions.