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Tired of being tired from too much light coming into your room? This roller shade will help you catch up on your Zzz’s by blocking 100% of incoming light.  With multiple customizable options, you’ll be able to create the shade of your dreams. 

  • 100% Light Blockage
  • Go Cordless!
  • Smart Option: Motorize
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Our Deluxe Blackout Roller shade is designed to block 100% of incoming light through the fabric to give you maximum light and privacy control.  This wonderful shade makes your room darker and cozier when needed, but also cooler by limiting direct sunlight in the summer. With so many custom options to choose from, plus the promise of a good night’s sleep or the ability to sit back and enjoy a movie in a darkened room, what’s not to love?

Get to know this shade:

  • Polyester fabric has a subtle woven texture for great looks, yet is durable and easy to clean
  • White acrylic backing blocks all light from passing through the shade and provides neutral streetside appearance
  • Choose between no-cost beaded chain or cordless lift systems
  • Upgrade to our Cordless Precision Lock, a new innovative lift system utilizing a balance spring mechanism that accurately moves shade to the desired height, or our modern motorized operation allowing up to 6 shades on one remote
  • Complete your look with optional cassette valance that hides the fabric roll and blocks additional light at the top of the shade

Why you'll love this shade:

  • Too-bright rooms are a thing of the past with 100% blackout fabric that works – and looks – great!
  • Odor free, non-toxic fabric provides maximum light blocking and privacy
  • Plain tailored hem provides a crisp clean look
  • Beaded chain and kid-friendly cordless lift options are easy to operate, or opt for the convenience and power of motorized lift
  • Great for extra-large windows – see available sizes and seaming requirements below
  • Meets all CPSC requirements for child safety

Key considerations:

  • The fabric on the shade will always be about 1 1/2" narrower than the width you order due to the operating mechanisms and brackets at the top of the shade
  • Shades over 94" wide AND 82" tall require a seam in the fabric* – see below for more details
  • Fabric blocks any light from coming through the shade, you may still have indirect light coming through the window and around the shade
  • Cassettes MAY vary in size depending on size or lift type selected – see below for more details

Great for:Living RoomBedroomOfficeKitchenMedia RoomBathroomUtility Room

  • Easy to Clean
  • Privacy
  • Child & Pet Safety

Made to order, ships in 2–4 business days.

Specifications & Restrictions

Width
15" – 103"
Height
24" – 120"
Min depth for inside mount (without valance)

2 ¼ inches 

Min depth for inside mount (with valance on all lift types)

2 5/8 inches

Min depth required for inside flush mount (without valance)

3 inches

Min depth required for inside flush mount (with valance & Cordless Precision Lock)

3 3/8 inches

Cassette Diminsions are 2 1/2" (high) x 2 1/8" (deep) when lift type is:

Cordless & up to 72" wide x 84" high

Nylon/Metal Beaded Chain & up to 72" wide x 120" high

Cordless Precision Lock & up to 72" wide x 72" high

Min depth required for inside flush mount (with valance on all lift types EXCEPT Cordless Precision Lock)

3 ½ inches

Cassette Diminsinos are 3 1/4 (high) x 3 1/4 (deep) when the lift type is

Cordless & over 72" wide x 84" high

Nylon/Metal Beaded Chain & over 72" wide x 120" high

Cordless Precision Lock & over 72" wide x 72" high

Motorized at ANY size

Min flat space for outside mount (without valance)

1 ½ inches

Min flat space for outside mount (with valance)

2 7/8 inches

Valance Size

3 ¼ inches x 3 inches

Inside Mount Width Deduction

Approximately 1/8 inch 

Fabric Width Deduction

Approximately 1 - 1 ½ inches (applies to all roller shades regardless of mount type)

6 channel remote control required to operate motorized shades

Remotes from other companies will not operate Blindster shades

All shades are pre-programmed at the factory to operate on channel 6

Each remote can be programmed to control up to 6 shades

Remote Control Range

65 feet

Easy Rechargeable Feature

Battery wand is integrated into the roller mechanism of all motorized shades

This product's motorized remote is NOT compatible with the following products:

Deluxe Cellular Shades categories & Premium Solar Shades categories

Charger included for Motorized Shades

1 Charger per order included

*Recharge time on a shade is 8 hours, chargers are not meant to be plugged into the shade long term.

Restrictions

  • Reverse Roll not available with a Cassette Valance
  • Cassette Valance and Cordless lift cannot be combined
  • Reverse roll must be top mounted (cannot be mounted back to the wall for outside mount).
  • All fabric colors, except Linen, over 94" wide AND 82" tall fabric is railroaded and a horizontal seam is visible
  • Linen will be railroaded with a horizontal seam when over 78" wide and 66" high. Heights over 75" - seam is approx 55" from top of the shade, Heights less than 75" - seam is approx 45" from the top of the shade
  • Cordless Precision Lock must include a Cassette Valance
  • Cassettes MAY vary in size depending on shade size or lift type. Please see specifications for full details.

How to Measure

How to Measure: Inside Mount

3 min read

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. To mount the brackets, the depth at the top of the window must be at least 2 1/4" for shades without a cassette valance and 2 5/8" for shades with a cassette valance. To have a flush mount (meaning the shade is fully recessed in the window opening) the depth must be at least 3" without a cassette valance and 3 1/2" for shades with a cassette valance. 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 at the top of the opening to the nearest 1/8". 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 1/8" to the width of the top of the shade to accommodate the installation brackets. 

The fabric portion of the shade will be approximately 1" – 1 1/2" narrower than the ordered width (up to 3/4" gap on each side between the window opening and the edge of the fabric). When maximum light blocking is needed, consider an outside mount or an alternate product. 

No deductions will be made to the ordered height. 

How to Measure: Outside Mount

3 min read

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 for shades without a cassette valance, or at least 2" for shades with a cassette valance. Follow the directions below for where 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.

Your ordered width will be the "tip to tip" measurement, which is the widest part of the top of the shade including the brackets and cassette valance (if applicable). The fabric portion of the shade will be approximately 1" – 1 1/2" narrower than the ordered width (up to 3/4" on each side. If you wish to have the fabric cover a specific width, we recommend ordering slightly wider – just ensure that you have enough horizontal space to mount the shade.

Width:

  • Looking at your window and surrounding wall, decide what area you would like to cover. We recommend the shade extends about 2-3" 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. Since the shade spools onto the roll, it does not need to be installed high above the window to have the shade fabric fully clear the window.
  • 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.

Width:

  • Looking at your window and surrounding wall, decide what area you would like to cover. We recommend the shade extends about 2-3" on either side of the window opening for the best light control and appearance.
  • 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. Since the shade spools onto the roll, it does not need to be installed high above the window to have the shade fabric fully clear the window.
  • 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.

Note: The shade fabric may rub against the trim when operating. If your trim is more than 1/2" thick, consider adding shims (not included) under the brackets for additional clearance. If your trim is 3/4" or thicker, we recommend ordering the shade with the reverse roll option.

Width:

  • We don't normally recommend mounting roller shades directly on the trim unless your window configuration doesn't allow for other placements. Your ordered width will be the bracket to bracket measurement which cannot exceed the width of your trim. However, the fabric portion of roller shades is always narrower than the ordered width, and will not extend to the edges of the trim.
  • 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. 
  • Note that the fabric portion of the shade will be narrower than your ordered 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.

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 2-3" 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: This product is not available with hold down brackets (for attaching the bottom of the shade to the door to prevent swaying). We recommend considering a different product if installing on a door where the bottom of the shade is likely to swing back and forth.

How to Install

How to Install: Inside Mount

2 min read

Let's make sure you have what you need!  

What came with your blinds?

  1. Mounting brackets*
  2. 1 ½" #8 hex head wood screws
  3. Plastic anchors (for drywall or plaster mounting)

What else will you need in order to complete the installation?

  1. Rechargeable drill (use 3/32" drill bit to predrill screw holes & use ¼" drill bit for wall anchors)
  2. Phillips screwdriver
  3. Pencil
  4. Tape measure
  5. Ladder

*If applicable to your order. If you did not order a cassette valance, you will receive two mounting brackets for either side of the shade. If you did order a cassette valance you will receive concealed cassette mounting brackets that will be installed across the metal cassette, across the width of the shade. 

Please note that brackets and componentry may be updated or substituted over time due to availability or product improvements.


IMPORTANT: Do not remove the paper wrapping around the shade's fabric until the shade is installed. Removing this paper prior to installation could result in the fabric shifting on the tube or it might alter the stop location of the fabric.

Download the PDF below for a complete step by step guide on how to install your inside mount shades. 

Download printable instructions (PDF) (opens in a new tab)

How to Install: Outside Mount

4 min read

Let's make sure you have what you need!  

What came with your blinds?

  1. Mounting brackets*
  2. 1 ½" #8 hex head wood screws
  3. Plastic anchors (for drywall or plaster mounting)

What else will you need in order to complete the installation?

  1. Rechargeable drill (use 3/32" drill bit to predrill screw holes & use ¼" drill bit for wall anchors)
  2. Phillips screwdriver
  3. Pencil
  4. Tape measure
  5. Ladder

*If applicable to your order. If you did not order a cassette valance, you will receive two mounting brackets for either side of the shade. If you did order a cassette valance you will receive concealed cassette mounting brackets that will be installed across the metal cassette, across the width of the shade. 

Please note that brackets and componentry may be updated or substituted over time due to availability or product improvements.


IMPORTANT: Do not remove the paper wrapping around the shade's fabric until the shade is installed. Removing this paper prior to installation could result in the fabric shifting on the tube or it might alter the stop location of the fabric.

Download the PDF below for a complete step by step guide on how to install your outside mount shades. 

Download printable instructions (PDF) (opens in a new tab)

Read More About Our Deluxe Blackout Roller Shades

The Perfect Blend of Functionality and Style

Enhance your windows with our blackout roller shades, designed for ultimate convenience and superior light control. These shades offer a modern solution for privacy, style, and functionality, making them an ideal upgrade for any room, including bedrooms.

Superior Light Control & Privacy

Our blackout roller shades are crafted to block out unwanted light, giving you complete privacy and a restful environment. Whether you're looking to create a darkened space for better sleep or reduce glare in your home office, these shades provide the perfect balance of light control and style.

Custom Fit & Stylish Options

Available in a variety of colors and size options, these shades seamlessly integrate with any modern style decor. Choose from multiple lift mechanisms, including cordless operation, for a sleek, uncluttered look. You can also opt for a reverse roll or a fabric insert to enhance the aesthetic appeal.

Effortless Operation

Upgrade to a remote control option for easy operation at the touch of a button. This feature makes these shades an accessible solution for hard-to-reach windows. The inside mount installation provides a clean, streamlined appearance, perfect for those who appreciate beauty and efficiency.

Built to Last with a Reliable Warranty

Crafted from high-quality blackout fabrics that prevent natural light to pass through the shade, our roller shades are durable and backed by a warranty for peace of mind. Whether you're looking to enhance your home, or office, these shades are designed to suit any space.

Upgrade your home today with Deluxe Blackout Roller Shades – the stylish, practical, and customizable solution for every window.

 

 

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