Name: Deluxe Room Darkening Shades – Enhance Comfort & Order Now!
Brand: Blindster
SKU: BLN-DRDFRS
Price: 27.51 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.34 (379 reviews)

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Real windows, in real homes

Product Information

Are you looking to block light coming into your room, but think blackout shades are too extreme? Our Deluxe Room Darkening Fabric Roller Shade is the solution you’ve been searching for! Perfect for bedrooms, media rooms and more.

Reduces Light, Doesn't Fully Blackout
Go Cordless!
Smart Option: Motorize

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When it comes to roller shades, the fabric opacity is generally divided into "light filtering" (which provides privacy will still letting some ambient light pass through the shade) and "blackout" (where no light can pass through the shade fabric). The fabric on our Room Darkening roller shades is in between! These shades block between 90-99% of the incoming light to significantly darken the room without being completely blackout. This shade material features a white backing that minimizes light passing through the shade. And the darker the shade color, the more light is blocked! Customize your Room Darkening Roller Shade with your choice of lift system, cassette valance option and more.

Get to know this shade:

Shade fabric is high-quality polyester with an acrylic thermal backing that is white to the street
Room darkening fabric blocks 90-99% of incoming light; darker colors block progressively more light
Plain bottom hem for a simple, clean look
Includes spring roller cordless or beaded chain lift option, or upgrade to Cordless Precision Lock or motorized lift

Why you'll love this shade:

Provides complete privacy and significant room darkening (but not completely blackout)
Select the perfect operating system for your window, including beaded chain, two different cordless options and even motorized lift
Cordless Precision Lock provides effortless height adjustment – just push up or pull down on the shade (no extra tugs required!)
Optional cassette valance hides the roller tube and installation brackets at the top of the shade and provides a finished look
Complies with all current cord safety regulations

Key considerations:

The fabric portion of the shade will be about 1 1/2" narrower than ordered width due to the control mechanisms and brackets at the top (widest part) of the shade
Some indirect light may be visible around the edges of the shade, but the shade will block nearly all incoming light from passing through the fabric
The white backing of the shade material will be visible on shades with standard roll orientation and no cassette; consider adding the cassette option to cover the roll at the top of the shade
Cassettes MAY vary in size depending on size or lift type selected – see below for more details

Great for:Living RoomBedroomOfficeKitchenDining RoomBathroomEntry WayUtility 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 EXCEPT Cordless Precision Lock)

2 5/8 inches

Depth required for flush mount (without valance)

3 inches

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

2 ½ inches

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

3 ¼ inches

Min Flat Space For Outside Mount (without valance)

1 ½ inches

Min Flat Space For Outside Mount (with valance)

2 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 and Cordless Precision Lock)

3 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

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 5 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
Motorized not available on widths less than 20"
Reverse roll must be top mounted (cannot be mounted back to the wall for outside mount).
Shades over 73" wide AND over 61" tall fabric is railroaded and a horizontal seam is visible: Length over 75" - seam is approx 55" from the top of the shade, Length 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. 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.

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:

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 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.

No deductions will be made to the ordered height.

How to Measure: Outside Mount

3 min read

If you do not have sufficient vertical space for mounting the brackets, please see our inside mount instructions or consider a different product.

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. 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.

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:

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.

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?

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

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

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

How to Install: Outside Mount

4 min read

Let's make sure you have what you need!

What came with your blinds?

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

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

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

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

Download printable instructions (PDF)

How to Install: Inside Mount

2 min read

Let's make sure you have what you need!

What came with your blinds?

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

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

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

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

Download printable instructions (PDF)

How to Install: Outside Mount

4 min read

Let's make sure you have what you need!

What came with your blinds?

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

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

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

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

Download printable instructions (PDF)

Questions & Answers (143)

Do shades come with mounting hardware
Asked by Claudia · October 24, 2026
Hi Claudia, thank you for your question! Yes, you will receive the installation hardware to install your shade(s). If you have any further questions, please feel free to give us a call, start a live chat or send us an email!
Answered by Blindster · October 26, 2026
Do any of the roller shades come with top brackets?
Asked by Pamela · September 10, 2026
Hi Pamela, thank you for your question! Yes, all of the brackets available for these shades will allow you to top mount the shades. If you have any further questions, please feel free to give us a call, start a live chat or send us an email!
Answered by Blindster · September 11, 2026
Can I stop shade in any position with pulling the hem?
Asked by Anne · June 27, 2026
Hi Anne, thank you for your question! Yes, you can lower/raise the Deluxe Room Darkening Fabric Roller Shades to any position in your opening(s) with all the different lift types. If you have any further questions, please feel free to give us a call, start a live chat or send us an email!
Answered by Blindster · July 1, 2026

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Reviews4.3out of 5based on 379 reviews

4.3

Based on 379 reviews

Value of Product: 4.5 out of 5
Quality of Product: 4.6 out of 5
Ease of Installation: 4.7 out of 5

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Customers appreciate the durable, high-quality material that effectively darkens rooms while maintaining privacy and complementing their home decor. They praise the smooth operation, attractive appearance, and easy installation process. The excellent value for the price and fast shipping contribute to their overall satisfaction and willingness to purchase again.

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First, the blinds are excellent, and are 5 stars. They do exactly what I wanted, which is to augment the blinds I already have. I needed additional "blacking out", which these blinds did. The TV room gets direct sunlight so I was getting glare on the screen. The glare problem was resolved and met all expectations. The included instructions need improvement and get 3 stars, hence 4 stars over all. My brother and I installed the blinds with some learning curve. Nothing major, but better instructions with a link to a You Tube would have been better. The tensioner was not intuitive, but once I called support we had the aha moment. Very easy after that.
Response from Blindster
Hi Randy! Thank you for taking the time to share such detailed feedback! We're thrilled to hear your new shades provided the additional light blocking you needed and eliminated the glare on your TV screen. We're also glad our customer service team was able to help you with the tensioner and get you to that aha moment! We appreciate your suggestions regarding the installation instructions and video tutorials. We'll be sure to share your feedback with the appropriate team as we continue looking for ways to improve the installation experience. Thank you for choosing Blindster!
Randy · October 15, 2026
Clean minimalist design
We did not want to cover up the trim work around windows and sliders in our new home. These roller shades are perfect. Hardly notice them when rolled up. Clean minimalist design works great for us. Best value for the reasonable pricing too. I put up over 30 of these in bedrooms around the house. One simple improvement would be to include screws with more depth for the Phillips screwdriver. The shallow depth screw heads included require too much downward force just to keep the screwdriver in without stripping…this change would reduce installation time by 50%…but we are very happy with these
Value of Product
5 out of 5
Quality of Product
4 out of 5
Ease of Installation
3 out of 5
Response from Blindster
Hi David! Thank you so much for choosing Blindster for your new home! We're thrilled to hear that our roller shades are the perfect fit for your windows and sliders while allowing your beautiful trim work to remain visible. It's wonderful to know you appreciate the clean, minimalist design and value. We also appreciate your detailed feedback regarding the included screws. Suggestions like yours are incredibly helpful as we continue looking for ways to improve our products and installation experience. Thank you for your business and for trusting Blindster with so many windows in your home!
David, Southfield, US · October 15, 2026
Look
Very well made and definitely cut and measured correctly. Fairly easy to install. One negative think are a bit expensive.
Value of Product
4 out of 5
Quality of Product
5 out of 5
Ease of Installation
5 out of 5
Response from Blindster
Hi Marler! We're happy to hear you're pleased with the quality, fit, and overall installation experience! We also appreciate your honest feedback about the pricing. We always want our customers to feel they're getting great value, and we'll be sure to share your comments with our team. Thank you for trusting Blindster with your order!
Marler, Saint Robert, US · October 9, 2026
Nice product & good value
Nice quality shades and a good value overall. Super easy to install. We will be buying more.
Value of Product
5 out of 5
Quality of Product
4 out of 5
Response from Blindster
Hi Robert, thank you for sharing your feedback! We’re glad the quality and value meet your expectations and that installation was easy. We’d be happy to help when you’re ready to purchase more.
Robert, Bloomington, US · September 18, 2026
Great Blinds
These blinds worked out great. Hanging them was a breeze and they are exaclty what I ordered. I would definitely order again should the need arise.
Value of Product
5 out of 5
Quality of Product
5 out of 5
Ease of Installation
5 out of 5
Response from Blindster
Hi Matt, Thank you for your great feedback! We're so happy to hear your shades were easy to install and arrived exactly as you expected. We truly appreciate your support and would love to help with any future window treatment needs. Thanks for choosing Blindster!
Matt, Midvale, US · September 18, 2026
I love the ease of putting this up and the color is beautiful. Still working on getting it a little tighter on the up and down motion.
Response from Blindster
Hi Paula! Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We’re glad to hear you’re enjoying the color and how easy the shade was to put up. If you need any help getting the shade adjusted to your liking, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re always here to help!
Paula · August 23, 2026

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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.

No deductions will be made to the ordered height.

Color: True White

$ - Essential

$ - Essential

Mount: Inside Mount

Important

Mount: Inside Mount

Important

Size: 24" W × 36" H

Lift Type: Not selected

Lift Type: Not selected

Roll Orientation: Standard Roll

Roll Orientation: Not selected

Cassette Valance: Not selected

Cassette Valance: Not selected

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Product Information

Specifications & Restrictions

Restrictions

How to Measure

How to Measure: Inside Mount

How to Measure: Outside Mount

Above the Window (No Trim)

Above the Trim

On The Trim

Door Mount

How to Measure: Inside Mount

How to Measure: Outside Mount

Above the Window (No Trim)

Above the Trim

On The Trim

Door Mount

How to Install

How to Install: Inside Mount

How to Install: Outside Mount

How to Install: Inside Mount

How to Install: Outside Mount

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Questions & Answers (143)

Reviews4.3out of 5based on 379 reviews

What customers say

Clean minimalist design

Look

Nice product & good value

Great Blinds

Customers also bought (24" × 36")

What customers say

Clean minimalist design

Look

Nice product & good value

Great Blinds

From our customers

How to Measure: Inside Mount

How to Measure: Outside Mount

Above the Window (No Trim)

Above the Trim

On The Trim

Door Mount

How to Install: Inside Mount

How to Install: Outside Mount

$ - Essential

Mount: Inside Mount

Important

Lift Type: Not selected

Roll Orientation: Standard Roll

Cassette Valance: Not selected