Everything You Need to Know About Blackout Blinds

With the summers closing in, you know your rooms will be bright and hot because of the sunlight in the coming months. It’s time to look for blinds and drapes that can cut down on the amount of light penetrating your rooms. Blackout blinds are a great way to make your room cosy and comfortable. They cut down on the amount of sunlight in your room, while making your windows look stylish. So what exactly are blackout blinds? How are they different from regular blinds and what are the benefits of using them? Read on to know more.

What are Blackout Blinds? How are They Different?

Blackout blinds are a kind of roller blinds made of opaque material. While they will not literally black out your room, they will cut down the amount of sunlight penetration by a significant amount. These blinds are particularly useful in bedrooms, classrooms, meeting rooms and conference halls.

Benefits of Using Blackout Blinds

• Increase Energy Efficiency

Blackout blinds are particularly useful in cutting out UV rays. This allows your room to remain cooler, which means you do not have to use air conditioning as much as you would use otherwise. This helps you save electricity and incur fewer expenses towards bills.

• Protects Furniture and Floors

Exposure to harsh sunlight can result in damage and fading of your furniture and floors. By installing blackout blinds, you can cut down on exposure of your valuable furniture and furnishings to harsh sunlight.

• Catch Up on Sleep

Many of us work shifts, which means people are working through the night and need rest during the day. For instance, there are medical staff, law enforcement officials, and new parents etc. who do not get enough sleep during the night because of their jobs or babies. Sleeping during the day is quite difficult because of sunlight. By installing blackout blinds, you can make your room darker and cooler during the day and catch up on the sleep that you require. 

Besides these benefits, blackout blinds give your room a more sophisticated look. A common query regarding blackout blinds is regarding their colour. Blackout blinds are available in a myriad of colours, sizes and styles.

Here are a few things that you should know about blackout blinds before you decide to purchase one for your windows: 

• Blackout blinds are not necessarily black

Blackout blinds are called so because of their ability to block the passage of light. They are available in a huge variety of shades, textures and styles. You can blackout blinds in roller, Roman or single cell style. For ease of use, they are available in cordless and non-cordless styles too. 

• Installing a blackout blind is similar to installing a regular blind

After you have decided where to place the blinds, take measurements of the window. Blackout blinds are available online in pre-set sizes, which allow you to pick readymade blinds. If you need custom blinds, those are available too. You can place your order online or shop from a local store with the measurements. The installation is quite simple. Install a double curtain rod and place the blackout blinds towards the inner side to ensure more darkening. 

• You can create blackout blinds from your existing blinds

You will need to switch to a double curtain rod. Place the blackout blinds towards the inner side, which is behind your regular blinds to achieve maximum darkening. 

The best way to get the most out of blackout blinds is to get in touch with an expert. Kremer Blinds specialize in blackout blinds in Toronto. You can reach out to Kremer Blinds for all kinds of custom blinds in Toronto, window treatments and window coverings. Call 416-841-1682 or email to info@kremerblinds.ca to know more.

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