All Acadia blackout shades are custom made to the 1/8 of an inch, so you get that finished look every time while also minimizing the amount of light that does come through Light Control and Privacy
While this will certainly help with darkening, light can still shine through.Īcadia Shutters’ blackout shades, which are custom made to order to fit your window’s exact measurements, will always give you a tighter fit than the cut to size or stock options found at larger, big box stores. On some windows, the wood or vinyl strip around your window glass may overlap enough to cover the gaps. Roller shades, regardless of whether they have valances or not, have mounting brackets, or end caps, on the ends of the shades, creating wider gaps than those on cellular and roman shades. The reason their gaps are more significant is due to the way they’re manufactured. Roller shades have the most substantial light gaps which can be anywhere from 3/8” to 1” per side. This is because the brackets of cellular shades and roman shades are mounted from the back instead of the sides – allowing for a tighter fit. For instance, cellular shades and roman shades have the smallest light gaps, with gaps as small as 3/8”. The size of the light gaps vary depending on the shade type, shade design options, and shade operation. The caveat with inside mounted blackout shades is that light gaps will inevitably occur in order for the shade to function properly. This creates a very clean, sleek look that appeals to many of Acadia’s customers. From a design aspect, inside mount tends to be the crowd favorite, as shades mounted inside the window opening do not project outside of the window frame. Inside mounted blackout shades are made smaller than the window opening due to variances in window widths and to avoid the edges from scrubbing and potentially damaging the sides of the window openings. How that light filters through depends on how the shades are mounted.
WINDOW TREATMENTS TO KEEP LIGHT OUT WINDOWS
While combining shades and drapes will give your windows a more stylish, layered look, they will also cover the unavoidable light gaps between the shades and the window casework.
The only way to achieve complete blackout is to combine blackout shades with blackout draperies or curtains. Light is like water it makes its way through everything. The reality that most window treatment professionals will not disclose upfront is that Blackout Shades do not block out 100% of natural light. This is because the name “Blackout,” can be extremely misleading. It is important to note that we use the word “darkening” when describing how blackout shades will control light. They are an ideal option for bedrooms, media rooms, and areas requiring the most amount of privacy, ultimately preventing shadows and silhouettes from showing through the fabric. Available in multiple shade types, colors, and materials and with inside mount and outside mount installation options, blackout shades do an outstanding job of darkening spaces. Compared to sheer shades, light filtering shades, room darkening shades, and solar shades, blackout shades are by far, the best option for light control, privacy, and energy effciency. There are many benefits when considering blackout shades for your home. The question we are answering today - Do blackout shades work? From bedrooms to home theaters, the best light filtering solution are Acadia’s Blackout Shades. Is light causing you to lose precious zzz’s? Everyday, Acadia Shutters speaks with clients looking for a sunshine-stopping window treatment solution.
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