Absolute blackout. Blackout roller blinds

Features of Blackout roller blinds

The main distinguishing feature of Blackout curtains from other models of roller blinds is their high darkening ability. If ordinary fabrics partially darken the room, then blackout fabric allows you to completely block sunlight and create absolute darkness. This is possible thanks to the special structure of the fabric used to make such curtains.

Blackout fabric consists of several layers:

1. Non-woven synthetic material responsible for the reflective properties of the fabric. This is the first layer of fabric facing the street. The most commonly used polyester is 100% P, which is capable of absorbing from 80 to 100% of the sun's color. This material is very dense and protects the curtain fabric from deformation, i.e. the fabric does not wrinkle.
2. A dense layer of fabric responsible for retaining heat and dispersing sunlight, located in the center. When cutting the fabric in the center, black threads should be visible, which determine the density of the fabric.
3. And a decorative front layer of various colors and textures, facing the interior of the room. We first of all pay attention to this layer when choosing curtains.

Blackout roller blinds in a contrasting color that attract attention

Blackout blinds help to darken a room at any time of the day from the sun or hide it from prying eyes, if we are talking about apartments on the lower floors of houses or in dense buildings, as well as in commercial premises where absolute darkness is periodically required.

What do Blackout curtains look like? On the front side, blackout curtains do not differ from ordinary roller blinds, but on the back side (i.e., on the side facing the street) there is a special reflective layer. We will tell you further about how to choose blackout curtains and which ones are better.

Roller blinds

To reduce the degree of light penetration into the room, you can use regular curtains, which are sold in rolls. Many people wonder: how can you darken roller blinds? You can do this yourself using a special fabric, which differs in the degree of light resistance.

You can purchase ready-made curtains made from light-proof Blackout fabric - this is a polyester-based fabric with an acrylic coating on the reverse side. This material prevents the penetration of light into the room by up to 95%, helps protect the room and furniture from fading, does not allow the light of lanterns and neon advertising to pass through, and makes it possible to sleep peacefully during the day in a darkened environment.

This type of curtain was originally produced in Finland as a way to create darkness in rooms during white nights. Over time, this technology has spread throughout all countries of the world.

Collections for blackout curtains: fabrics and colors

To produce roller blinds, blackout uses Amigo brand fabrics, the catalog of which contains more than 350 items of fabrics of various colors and textures, including Blackout fabrics (about 70 items). The company's catalogs are regularly updated and open up opportunities for creating any interior using blackout curtains.

Let us remind you that despite the fact that Blackout fabric is lightproof, this does not mean that the fabric must be dark in color; blackout curtains can even be white. For example, in the new collection of fabrics “Amigo”, Blackout are presented in light, light, airy colors with elegant patterns for stylish and modern interiors.

It is not its color that is responsible for the opacity of blackout fabric, but its structure and outer layer.

Blackout roller blinds in white color suit well the delicate interior of the room

In terms of color solutions, Amigo offers colors in a variety of shades from deep dark to light “weightless” solutions.

Popular colors of blackout roller blinds: white, beige, brown, pink, lilac, blue, turquoise, plain and fabrics with patterns of various colors.

There are no standard recommendations for choosing a particular fabric and color; traditionally, the key point when choosing curtains is the interior of the room, personal taste and functionality, as well as location

What are blackout curtains

These are curtains that cut off light by 90-100%. Such curtains are indispensable in home theaters; bedrooms and children's rooms facing well-lit streets; in northern latitudes during “white nights” and other similar situations.

Blackout curtains in the interior

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Unlike conventional curtain fabrics, blackout consists of three layers:

• the outer one is white and reflects the sun's rays;
• medium - the thickest and densest, retains the remaining light;
• internal - decorative, made from different materials, including textured or with patterns.

Such curtains will blend harmoniously with the space without contrasting with the surrounding environment.
Impregnation and acrylic foam provide additional durability and shading. The material is dense and smooth to the touch (the decorative side can be textured). Three layers are clearly visible at the incision site. If you look through the fabric at a window or lamp, no light will pass through. By this feature, blackout can be easily distinguished from other materials.

Blackout fabric is made using special technology

Features of choosing blackout curtains for the home

As a rule, there is no need to equip the entire house with blackout blinds, but even if there is, the fabric is selected separately for each room. Most often, blackout curtains can be found in the nursery, in the kitchen, in the office or home theater, as well as in the bedroom. If the room has not one, but several windows, then you can decorate them with blackout curtains of various colors or combine products with and without patterns, selected in the same style.

Buy blinds for windows in apartments and houses.

Blackout in the nursery

In a children's room, Blackout roller blinds allow you to organize your child's daytime sleep, build a sleep-wake schedule, and protect from early morning sun rays. Blackout roller blinds will be a very practical solution for a nursery; they are difficult to wrinkle, stain or break, and even a child can handle the control mechanism.

Children's rooms that do not have wallpaper with an active pattern can be decorated with printed roller blinds, and for children's rooms that already have a design with patterns, choose blackout blinds in calm tones. It is also possible to make custom-made curtains with a specific design, for example, your child’s favorite characters.

Blackout in the bedroom

As in a children's room, in the bedroom there is often a need to create a comfortable environment for sleeping during the day - blackout curtains will cope with this task perfectly. They do not collect dust and will become a very ergonomic solution for the bedroom.

Depending on the interior design of the bedroom, Blackout curtains can be with or without a pattern, light or dark, be the only window decoration or work in ensemble with other fabric solutions to decorate the window opening.

Blackout in the living room and office

Blackout roller blinds in the hall, living room and office perform similar functions, protect furniture and interior items from fading, protect computer monitors and TV screens from sunlight, and also make it possible to use a projector at any time of the day. For the office, as well as for the living room, calm, muted tones are suitable, which will help you get into the mood for work, or, on the contrary, for relaxation, without distracting attention to extraneous details. Curtains with discreet patterns and textured fabrics are also suitable here.

Roller blinds from the SATIN BLACK-OUT collection in the interior of an office or living room

Blackout in the kitchen

Blackout curtains can often be found in the kitchen, especially if the windows face the sunny side. The kitchen is the only place in the house for which it is preferable to choose light shades of curtains; fabrics with floral prints and fabrics imitating natural materials are also perfect here.

Open type blackout roller blinds made of OMEGA BLACK-OUT fabric in the kitchen interior

If the design of the window opening will involve not only roller blinds, but also ordinary curtains and curtains, then one of these products should preferably be a neutral color without patterns.

Blackout curtains for commercial properties

The practicality and durability of this type of curtains has made them popular in the business environment. Blackout roller blinds can often be found in commercial facilities, cafes, bars, cinemas, photo salons, shopping centers and of course, in hotels. And in all these establishments, blackout curtains will perform both a darkening and a decorative function, fitting perfectly into the overall picture.

Blinds for companies and organizations at competitive prices from the Kravis company.

Blackout roller blinds in a hotel room as an addition to the interior

You can put a company logo on blackout roller blinds and use them for advertising purposes, or you can add a picture, a menu, and turn ordinary curtains into a unique piece of furniture.

Roller blinds, including those using blackout fabric, can be found not only in commercial organizations, but also in budgetary institutions, kindergartens and schools, in institutions providing services to citizens, and in each specific place, they perform a specific function.

Blinds and curtains for budget institutions with installation.

Where it is not necessary to create absolute darkness during the day, for example in a hotel or bar, it is possible to install free-hanging curtains without guides. And where the task is to completely isolate the room from light, install a cassette-type blackout Uni 1 or Uni 2.

Requirements for thick curtains that do not allow light to pass through

All curtains perform three main tasks:

Protect from light; Eliminate visibility from the street; Decorate the premises.

In addition, curtains can relieve the room from drafts and protect from city noise.

There are also additional requirements for curtains in different rooms.

In the dining room or kitchen, products should not absorb odors, and caring for them should not be difficult. Ideal curtains are easy to wash and have the ability to adjust the height. The best colors that increase appetite are beige, apricot, with orange-red details. Night curtains for the living room are chosen taking into account the wishes of all household members. As a rule, the consensus is products in muted tones that bring a calm atmosphere to the home. Bright drawings and prints are appropriate in the nursery. Non-marking curtains should be firmly secured to the eaves. Preference should be given to lightweight natural fabrics that do not collect dust. In the bedroom, more than in any other room, you should think about light protection. The vital hormone melatonin, which is responsible for sleep and wakefulness, can only be produced in the dark. From the color scheme, it is better to give preference to calm, warm tones.

Installation methods and control mechanisms for Blackout blinds

Depending on the level of darkness required, Blackout roller blinds can be installed in a variety of ways.

• Open type - consist of a shaft, fasteners and canvas, the simplest option; the canvas moves freely. Open type roller blinds can be installed either on the wall above the window, in the window opening, or directly on the window sash itself. When attaching the cornice to the wall above the opening, the window space and window sill are closed with a curtain in the lowered position; in other options, the window sill remains open. The shaft on which the curtain is wound also remains open.

Blackout roller blinds in the design of panoramic windows

Kinds

Blackout is available in several versions, differing in density and characteristics.

• Traditional - three-layer, dense material, non-flammable, practically does not transmit light and heat.
• Lightweight - consists of the first two layers, not so dense, usually used as a backing for curtains made of other fabrics.
• Decorative - the front side with an interesting design, it can be jacquard weaving, photo printing, colorful patterns, imitation silk or satin.

Although blackout was originally positioned as a sun-protective fabric, now more attention is paid to its appearance. To check the sun protection properties, just lift the canvas and look at the light.

Production of blackout curtains according to individual sizes

You can buy curtains in standard sizes from our company or order them made to your own size. The width of blackout curtains ranges from 400 mm to 1500 mm. The height of blackout curtains ranges from 500 mm to 1800 mm. The maximum sizes of blackout curtains are determined by their ease of use. Curtains that are too large will be too heavy and problems may arise when winding them on the shaft, and managing such curtains will become the least convenient.

Depending on the type of fabric, the density of blackout curtains and, accordingly, their weight may vary. You can familiarize yourself with these details when selecting fabric for your curtains.

Assortment of Blackout fabrics for making roller blinds

At the measurement stage, the method of attaching the blinds is also determined. You can discuss with our specialist all the nuances of installing blackout blinds and receive professional advice and advice.

The cost of Blackout roller blinds is calculated after measurements are taken.

Order blackout blinds in

On the website “Zhalyuzi.RF” in the “Roller Blinds” section you can make a preliminary calculation of blackout roller blinds, learn more about the colors and sizes, and even try on future curtains on the window.

You can place an order directly from the website if you are confident in the accuracy of the measurements taken, or call our specialist for measurements.

Roller blinds are measured free of charge.

The production time for custom-made blinds takes from 3 to 15 working days, depending on the workload of the company and the complexity of the object.

Installation of blackout roller blinds

Blackout curtains, like any other roller blinds, can be installed independently. You can buy curtains from our company and install them yourself, or order blackout curtains with turnkey installation.

Blackout roller blinds can be installed not only on windows, but also on doors

Instructions for self-installation of blackout curtains.

1. Degrease the surface of the window frame with an alcohol-containing liquid.
2. Determine the right and left guides by placing them against the window and marking where they end at the top.
3. Remove the side covers from the box.
4. Unfold the curtains to the end by pulling the chain.
5. Remove the protective film from the sticky part of the box and attach it to the upper edge of the window bead.
6. Secure one end of the box.
7. By moving the second end relative to the side beads, achieve an even horizontal position of the canvas and secure the box.
8. Remove the protective film from the guides and glue it to the markings.
9. Attach the protective covers to the box.
10. Check the operation of the blinds and make sure everything is of good quality.

If you doubt that you can handle the installation, entrust the installation to the specialists of our company.

How to choose roll curtains

Today the market offers many options for light-proof curtains, among which there are often fakes, or manufacturers use low-quality fabric. To avoid falling for tricks, you should follow a few tips for choosing curtains:

• A real opaque fabric should not transmit light when looking through it at a light source, for example, a light bulb;
• if possible, you should ask for a piece of the fabric from which the roll is made and see if there is a layer of black thread inside it;
• on the front side, a real blackout looks like suede, and on the back it should shine;
• High quality roller curtains should be equipped with a metal strip at the bottom, with which they are attached to the window with a magnet, as well as side strips so that the curtain adheres to the window.

Pros and cons of blackout blinds

Where it is really necessary to hide a room from sunlight, the disadvantages of blackouts seem insignificant; in other cases, you can evaluate their advantages and disadvantages and think about it.

Pros of blackout curtains:

• Effective sun protection where and when you need it.
• Convenient adjustment of the flow of sunlight.
• Maintaining indoor microclimate.
• Doesn't take up extra space.
• High-quality thermal insulation.
• Protection from extraneous noise.
• Resistant to sunlight, not subject to fading.
• Practical and durable.
• Fire safety, if there is a fire, the curtains melt, but do not burn.
• Environmentally friendly, even when exposed to high temperatures, the fabric does not emit toxic odors and substances.
• Addition to the interior.

Cons of blackout blinds:

• Synthetic materials.
• Unattractive appearance from the street, the side of the fabric facing the street is plain reflective.
• The cost is slightly higher compared to other roller blinds.

There were significantly more advantages, which also include the fact that blackout blinds do not require special care.