Q & A: What are the Best Blinds to Darken a Sunny Room?
Adam from Houston, TX asked:
I have a very sunny room and want blinds that block out as mush light as possible. What should I use to cover my windows?
We told him:
Adam, if you want it VERY dark, choose something that blocks the most light, like a Blinds.ca Blackout Cellular Shade. Cellular Shades are able to fit tight to the window frame to seriously darken a room. Plus, the pleated fabric is insulating, so your room will stay at a comfortable temp in summer or winter.
If you’re redecorating on a budget, an outside mount roller shade might be the right choice. Add about four inches to the top, bottom and sides of your window measurements so you get good coverage for light control.
With either of these options, you could add curtains with a blackout liner on top. This will give you an extra layer of light blockage, especially because some light may leak in from the sides of the shades where they meet the wall or window frame.