# No Tools Cordless Blackout Single Cellular Shades > Sleepless nights are a thing of the past thanks to our No Tools Cordless Blackout Single Cellular Shade. 5/8" cells fabricated out of soft-touch polyester and mylar stack down the length of the shade and act as a barrier between the outside and your temperature-controlled home. - Product page: https://frontend-v3-staging-non-prod.toolfreeblinds.com/shades/cellular-shades/no-tools-cordless-blackout-single-cellular-shades - Category: All Shades › Cellular / Honeycomb Shades - SKU: BLN-1DNTCBSCS - Price: $47.48 at 24" wide × 36" high. The price depends on the size and options; the product page prices any configuration. - Rating: 4.83 out of 5 from 510 reviews - Made to order: ships in 1–3 business days, then delivery typically takes 5 business days - Free shipping - Free samples: https://frontend-v3-staging-non-prod.toolfreeblinds.com/free-samples/cellular-shades - Suggested rooms: Living room, Bedroom, Office, Kitchen, Entry way, Utility room ## Size Made to the exact width and height ordered, to the nearest 1/8". - Width: 19" to 72" - Height: 24" to 84" ## Options Prices are what an option adds to a 24" × 36" order; most grow with the size. ### Mount Mount type determines how you will install the blind. Choose inside mount if your blind will be mounted inside the window opening/frame. Choose outside mount if your blind will be mounted outside the window opening to trim, a wall, or a door. - Inside Mount: Inside mount shades are installed inside the window opening. Enter the exact size of the window opening NOT the size of the shade. The factory will make a small deduction from your width to allow space for the hardware and operation. - Outside Mount: Outside mount shades are installed outside the window opening to trim, a wall, or a door. Enter the exact size of the shade you want to order. The factory will make no deductions. ### Lift Type The lift type determines how you raise or lower this product. - Cordless: Simply grab the bottom rail to lift and lower your blind or shade. ### Door Brackets (Hold Downs) (optional) Door Brackets (Hold downs) secure the window covering to the wall or to a door, limiting the movement of the window covering. For example when a door is opening and closing. These are for outside mounts only. - Yes Door Brackets: These are used when outside mounting to a door. The brackets secure the bottom rail of the blinds to the door in order to prevent swaying. - No Door Brackets: Door Brackets (Hold Downs) are not required for the normal operation of this product. ## Restrictions - Cordless is the only available lift type - 2 on 1 headrails are not an available option - No tools brackets should be installed on a clean smooth surface, and are not recommended for freshly painted surfaces unless paint has cured for 30 days. - Replacement brackets are available for a nominal charge - Side Mount not available for Inside Mount, top mount only ## Colors 9 colors. ### $ - Essential - White - Daylight - Ivory - Vanilla - Amber - Tussah - Espresso - Dove Grey - Storm ## Highlights - Install Without Any Tools - No Lift Cords - 5/8" Single Cells - Privacy - Child & Pet Safety - Insulating/Energy Efficient ## Specifications - Min depth for inside mount: 2 1/8 inches - Depth required for flush mount: 2 ½ inches - Headrail size: 1 7/8 inches (high) x 1 7/8 inches (deep) - Min Flat Space For Outside Mount: 1 inch - Inside Mount Width Deduction: Approximately 3/8 inch ## Description A cordless blackout shade that's also easy to install? Yes, please! Enjoy peaceful slumber with the light-blocking ability of this blackout no drill shade, perfect for bedrooms. You can also block harsh light for TV rooms and other windows that have bright, direct sunlight. The insulating design of cellular shades provides year-round energy savings by helping keep your home cool in summery and warm in winter. The cordless lift feature means you can move the shade just by pulling on the bottomrail to easily raise or lower to the desired height. And best of all, our No Tools brackets feature heavy-duty adhesive strips from 3M to securely install your new shades without any drilling or screws! Just peel and stick the brackets in place, then clip in the shade for the fastest and easiest installation available. Get to know this shade: - Blackout polyester fabric with Mylar lining prevents all light from passing through the shade - Shade fabric features "honeycomb" air pockets with 5/8" pleats, providing superior insulation with a 5.0 R-value - No drill brackets included for installation with strong adhesive strips instead of screws - The back of the shade fabric is light gray for a neutral appearance to the outside, and headrail and bottom rail are color-coordinated to the fabric Why you'll love this shade: - No Tools Brackets provide secure, fast, and easy installation with no drilling or screws required - Cordless lift provides easy operation with no dangling cords – safe for both children and pets - Insulating shade material helps block the cold of winter and the heat of summer, helping reduce your heating and cooling bills - Get your new shades fast with one-day production on most orders! - Shades are certified as a Best for Kids™ child-safe product Key considerations: - Shades are produced in one business day after order is confirmed; allow 5-7 business days for shipping - Blackout fabric prevents light passing through the shade; some light may still be visible in the gaps between the shade and the window - You can also get this blackout shade with standard installation brackets and screws ## How to measure ### How to Measure: Inside Mount Let's make sure an inside mount will work for your window! Using a metal tape measure, first check if you have sufficient depth: - Measure inside the window opening from the back of the window to the front of the opening where the shade would mount. The depth at the top of the window must be at least 2 1/8" to mount the brackets. To have a flush mount (meaning the shade is fully recessed in the window opening) the depth must be at least 2 1/2". If your depth is not sufficient for mounting the brackets, please see our outside mount instructions or consider a different product. How to Measure: Let's start with the Width: - Measure inside of the window opening/frame from left to right to the nearest 1/8" at three places: at the top of the opening, the middle of the opening, and then the bottom of the opening. Write down all 3 measurements and circle the narrowest. If rounding is necessary, round down to the nearest 1/8". That is your ordering width. Now, let's do the Height: - Measure the inside of the window opening/frame from the top of the opening to the bottom of the opening/sill to the nearest 1/8" in three places: on the left-hand side, the middle, and on the right-hand side. Write down all 3 measurements and circle the tallest. That is your ordering height. Note: Always provide us with the actual measurement of the window opening. We will make the necessary deduction of approximately 3/8" to your shade's width to allow room for installation and for proper movement of the shade within the window opening. No deductions will be made to your height. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jiHUZPinvR0 ### How to Measure: Outside Mount Before you start measuring, decide where above your window opening you want to mount your shade. You will need at least 1 1/2" of flat vertical space above the window to mount the brackets. The shade can be installed directly above the window opening, or higher up to give the appearance of a larger window and to have more clear space in the window when the shade is raised. If you have trim around the window, you can mount the shade above the trim, directly on the trim (if you have the required minimum flat space for the brackets), or to the sides of the trim if you do not have enough mounting space above the window or on the trim itself. See the directions below for how you'd like to install your shade. If you do not have sufficient vertical space for mounting the brackets, please see our inside mount instructions or consider a different product. #### Above the Window (No Trim) Width: - Looking at your window and surrounding wall, decide what area you would like to cover. We recommend the shade extends about 2" on each side of the window opening for the best light control and appearance. - Using a metal tape measure, measure from left to right including your desired extra space on each side of the window—that is your ordering width. Height: - Consider how far above the window you would like to install your shade but at least starting with the minimum vertical space referenced above. The shade can be positioned higher up to give the appearance of a larger window and to have more clear space in the window when the shade is raised. - Measure from the top of where you will mount the shade on the wall down to where you want the bottom of the shade to be, using the same extra space below your window opening as you used above; if you have a protruding windowsill, measure down to the top of the sill. That is your ordering height. #### Above The Trim Width: - Looking at your window and surrounding wall, decide what area you would like to cover. We recommend the shade extends about 2" on either side of the window opening for the best light control and appearance. You can also choose to have the shade the same width as your window trim. - Using a metal tape measure, measure from left to right including any desired extra space on each side of the window—that is your ordering width. Height: - Consider how far above the window you would like to install your shade but at least starting with the minimum vertical space referenced above. The shade can be positioned higher up to give the appearance of a larger window and to have more clear space in the window when the shade is raised. - Measure from the top of where you will mount the shade on the wall down to where you want the bottom of the shade to be, using the same extra space below your window opening as you used above, or to the bottom edge of the trim if you prefer; if you have a protruding windowsill, measure down to the top of the sill. That is your ordering height. #### On The Trim Width: - Confirm that the height of your trim is at least the minimum height required for installing the mounting brackets. At the top of your window, use a steel measuring tape and measure from outer edge to outer edge of the trim. That is your ordering width. Height: - Measure from the top of your trim to the bottom of your trim or to the top of the windowsill if you have a protruding sill. That is your ordering height. #### Door Mount Width: - Using a metal tape measure, measure left to right from the outside edge of the trim piece that goes around the glass to the other outside edge. That is your ordering width. However, if you have space, it is best to order the shade about 2" wider for better light control. Height: - Consider how far above the window trim piece you would like to install your shade but at least starting with the minimum vertical space referenced above. Measure down to where you want the bottom of the shade to be, using the same extra space below the window trim piece as you used above. That is your ordering height. Note: We carry complimentary hold-downs (door brackets) which can be requested during the ordering process. These should be installed for a successful door mount as they secure the shade at the bottom of the door so that it does not swing when the door opens and closes. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CpG5uYXwEIk ## How to install - How to Install (PDF): https://cdn.toolfreeblinds.com/site/uploads/products/cellular-shades/no-tools-cordless-blackout-single-cellular-shades/documents/BLN-1DNTCBSCS-install-instructions.pdf ## Questions & Answers 107 questions from shoppers, answered by Blindster: https://frontend-v3-staging-non-prod.toolfreeblinds.com/shades/cellular-shades/no-tools-cordless-blackout-single-cellular-shades/questions ## Reviews 4.83 out of 5 from 510 reviews. All of them: https://frontend-v3-staging-non-prod.toolfreeblinds.com/shades/cellular-shades/no-tools-cordless-blackout-single-cellular-shades/reviews - 5/5, Lloyd, 2026-08-02: "They go above and beyond to make sure their customers are satisfied with their service and we are. Thank you" - 5/5, Jim, 2026-07-30: "After hanging numbers of cellular shades over the years, I was delighted to see a no tools option when I purchased two blackout shades for our guest house. The shades are the same high quality we are used to, perfect color and no drills or holes in the window frame. Highly recommend!" - 5/5, Kelly, 2026-07-19: "I purchased for a metal door in a rental -- meaning we didn't want to our holes in the door. Perfect solution." - 5/5, Sarah, 2026-07-06: "As described. Seems quality" - 5/5, Ruth a, 2026-06-19: "Blind was as expected."