Room Darkening Blinds

Light gaps refer to the slivers of light you might see along the edges of room darkening blinds during the day. This can decrease your light-blocking experience–and it can drive you crazy if it distracts you. You might be experiencing light gaps if you have shallow windows where your blackout shades had to be installed with an outside mount. Some styles of room darkening blinds are more prone to light gaps. (This is why it’s a great idea to sit down with a designer to talk things through!) If you have light gaps, we have solutions! Our LightLock system provides a U-shaped channel that seals out the light at the window frame, available with blackout cellular shades. Another idea is to layer blackout curtains along the sides to cover the light gaps, adding beauty & function at the same time!

The Dual shade system answers the question: Should I choose room darkening or light filtering? It’s the widest range of light control, from sheer views and filtered light, to dark privacy and control. We love this for homeowners in the Houston area because it doesn’t limit you! You can have the front, beautiful, light filtering shade you want. And then, when it’s time for darkness, you simply lower the secondary blackout roller shade into place behind the front one. It’s the best of both worlds–all on one headrail!