Blackout curtains and shades
Curtains and cordless shades that darken the room for naps.
Blackout- 15models tracked
- $24 to $198price range
Blackout curtains and shades by budget
The 15 blackout curtains and shades with a published list price, split into thirds by price. A to Z within each lane. Price isn't a quality rating.
All 15 blackout curtains and shades
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Blackout curtains and shades by the numbers
The 15 we compare, from each maker's published specs. Ranges, not ratings.
- Price$24.99 to $198; the middle half $30 to $135.99 (15 of 15 publish it)
Light blocking, cords, and sizes
2 of 15 publish a blackout percentage; 6 say they're cordless.
| Product | Blocks, per maker | Cordless, per maker | Sizes, per maker |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redi Shade Original Blackout Paper Shade | 99% | Yes | 36 x 72 in or 48 x 72 in, 4-pack; trim to width |
| Redi Shade Easy Lift Cordless Cellular Blackout Shade | 99% | Yes | 30, 36, 48 or 60 in wide, all 64 in long; trim-to-fit down to 19, 19, 31 and 43 in respectively |
| allen + roth Cordless Blackout Cellular Shade | – | Yes | Widths 23 to 70 in, lengths 48, 64, 72 in (standard sizes) |
| Chicology Cordless Cellular Shade Blackout | – | Yes | 23 to 72 in wide, 48, 64, 72 or 84 in tall (84 in only in 28 and 36 in widths); 43 combinations |
| Chicology Custom Cordless Cellular Shades Top Down Bottom Up Blackout | – | Yes | 23 to 72 in wide (cut to size), 48 or 72 in tall |
| Sleepout Velvet Loop Blackout Curtains | – | Yes | Each panel 52 in wide; lengths 64, 84, 96, 108 in; 2 panels per set |
| IKEA ROSENMANDEL Blackout Curtains | – | – | 53 x 84 in and 53 x 98 in, 1 pair, with heading tape |
| Blackout EZ Window Covers | – | – | Small 36 x 48 in; Large 45 x 66 in; custom sizes available |
| Pillowfort 84 in Ruffle Blackout Kids' Curtain Panel | – | – | 42 x 63, 42 x 84 or 42 x 95 in, one panel |
| Pillowfort 84 in Space Kids' Blackout Window Panel | – | – | 42 x 84 in, one panel |
| Pillowfort 84 in Tonal Blackout Window Kids' Panel | – | – | 42 x 84 in, one panel |
| IKEA KORGMOTT Blackout Curtains | – | – | 57 x 84 in, 57 x 98 in, 57 x 118 in (white), 1 pair, with heading tape |
| Pottery Barn Kids Classic Linen Window Look Blackout Set | – | – | Fits rod hanging space of 28-48 in (small), 48-88 in (medium) or 60-108 in (large) |
| Sleepout Custom Blackout Drape | – | – | Made to order; each panel 52 in wide; lengths 64, 76, 84, 96, 108, 120, 132 in |
| Sleepout Loop Blackout Curtains | – | – | Each panel 52 in wide; lengths 64, 84, 96, 108 in; 2 panels per set |
Shortlist: 2 models, each highest or lowest on one spec
Ranked on the maker's published numbers only. Not a safety or quality rating.
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Highest blackout rating
Redi ShadeEasy Lift Cordless Cellular Blackout Shade
99%
Highest blackout rating: the Redi Shade Easy Lift Cordless Cellular Blackout Shade at 99%, per Redi Shade.
- Price
- $44.99
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Lowest price
IKEAROSENMANDEL Blackout Curtains
$24.99
Lowest price: the IKEA ROSENMANDEL Blackout Curtains at $24.99, per IKEA.
What to look for in blackout curtains and shades
The range across every sleep aid here, with the typical middle half shaded and the shortlist marked.
Price
What it lists for at the maker or a major store. Sales move this often.
Typical: $30 to $135.99. 15 of 15 list it. Lowest price: ROSENMANDEL Blackout Curtains.
Questions about blackout curtains and shades
Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.
What is the most affordable blackout curtain or shade?
The IKEA ROSENMANDEL Blackout Curtains at $24.99 list price, of the 15 we track.
What should I look for in nursery blackout shades?
Nursery setup: see CPSC's Safe Nursery guide and the AAP's guide to safe sleep. Check the label and the maker's instructions, and ask your pediatrician about your child.
Still wondering? Write to us at hello@cribpicks.com and we'll look it up.
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