What Are Blackout Blinds?
Blackout blinds have seen a huge surge in popularity in recent years and they are designed to help block light from passing through the window. The fabric used in blackout blinds will help to prevent light coming into a room and they can also provide additional thermal resistance as well. When it comes to blackout blinds they are suitable to be used in almost any type of the room in the house and they are always recommended when it comes to bedrooms.
Whilst light is their main focus, blackout blinds also have a number of thermal properties as well. From block drafts on winter nights to helping keep rooms cool in the summer, blackout blinds offer a number of great benefits. Our blackout blinds at Country Blinds and Shutters come in a range of designs and styles and we have something to suit all our customers’ homes. Keep reading below to find out more about blackout blinds and why you should consider them for your home.
How Do Blackout Blinds Work?
Whilst everyone loves a nice bright and airy room, they also love the feeling of being warm and cosy as well and this is something blackout blinds can help with. However, when a space is flooded with light it can easily cause issues with sleeping and screen glare. The material of blackout blinds is opaque and finely woven together to create a tight bind that essentially stops the light from seeping through. Most blackout blinds are used in areas such as bedrooms, nurseries, media rooms and many other places.
What Types of Blackout Blinds Are There?
When it comes to blackout blinds they are available in a wide range of styles, making them suitable for any type of property. Whether you want privacy in an office or a dark room to sleep in, blackout blinds are the perfect option. Blackout blinds come in a wide range of options such as Roller Blinds, Roman Blinds, Vertical Blinds, Rooflight Blinds and even Day and Night Blinds. When you choose us, we can provide advice and guidance on the best type of blackout blinds to choose, based on your style, requirements and budget.
Where Can I Use Blackout Blinds?
One of the great things about blackout blinds is they can be used in almost any room in the house and they can be applied to both doors and windows. Some of the rooms we regularly install blackout blinds in are:
- Bedrooms
- Offices
- Nurseries
- Conversatories
- Media Rooms
- Living Rooms
- Many More…
Benefits of Blackout Blinds
With the ability to have them in almost any room and in any style or colour, it’s easy to see why blackout blinds have become so popular in the UK. No matter what your reason for considering blackout blinds might be, they’ll offer a huge number of benefits such as:
- Helps to control the light flow within a room
- Give you added insulation in the winter
- Offers thermal resistance in the summer months
- It provided extra privacy for specific rooms or the whole home
- The styles they come in mean they are flexible for any property
Style Your Home With Quality Blackout Blinds
If you’re considering having blackout blinds installed, then be sure to get in touch with us. Blackout blinds are a stylish option for anyone looking to improve privacy, whilst keeping their home cool in the summer and warm in the winter. We have a wide range of blackout blind designs to choose from and will work with you to provide the best option for your requirements and budget.