Blackout Blinds
Transform your home with our expertly crafted blackout blinds, designed to create a dark and serene atmosphere in any room. Ideal for bedrooms, home theaters, and light-sensitive spaces, these blinds offer superior light-blocking capabilities while enhancing your interior with stylish designs. Available in roller, vertical, panel and pleated styles, our made to measure blackout blinds seamlessly blend functionality and elegance, ensuring a perfect fit for your décor.
Perfect Sleep Awaits
Say goodbye to restless nights and hello to better sleep! Our blackout blinds are designed to block out light and help regulate room temperature, giving you the perfect environment to drift off in comfort—morning, noon, or night.
A Style for Every Space
Whether you're after sleek blackout roller blinds, elegant blackout vertical blinds, chic blackout pleated blinds, or the versatility of blackout double roller blinds, our range of blackout blinds has something for everyone. Whatever your style, find the perfect fit to keep your space cool, calm, and collected!
Hand-crafted with Care
At Shade & Story, expert craftsmanship is our passion. As a proud John Lewis Partner, we’re trusted to deliver top-quality blackout blinds that blend style and durability. Each blind is made with precision and pride for a perfect finish every time.
Peace of Mind, Guaranteed
With our 10-year guarantee and mismeasure cover, you can shop with confidence! If things don’t go quite as planned, we’ve got your back. Enjoy long-lasting quality and peace of mind, knowing your blackout blinds are built to last.
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FAQs about Blackout Blinds
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Product Guidance
How do blackout blinds work?
Blackout blinds are designed with special fabric that blocks 100% of external light, creating a dark environment perfect for restful sleep or complete privacy. They’re available in various styles, like blackout roller blinds, blackout vertical blinds, and electric blackout blinds.
Are blackout blinds energy efficient?
Yes! Blackout blinds don’t just block light, they can also help regulate room temperature. Their thick fabric helps provide insulation, keeping your home cooler in summer by blocking heat, and warmer in winter by preventing heat from escaping. It’s a win-win for comfort and energy efficiency. If energy-efficiency is a top priority for you, check out our honeycomb blinds, which are more thermal efficient than blackout blinds.
When do I need blackout blinds?
Blackout blinds are perfect for any space where you want to block out unwanted light. They’re ideal for bedrooms and nurseries, where total darkness helps improve sleep. If you have a media room or living room, blackout blinds can reduce glare on screens, making movie nights or gaming sessions more enjoyable. They're also great for home offices where you need to control lighting conditions. Wherever privacy and light control are essential, blackout blinds are the perfect choice!
Measuring & Installation
How do I measure my windows for blackout blinds?
For a flawless fit, check out our easy-to-follow, step-by-step guides on how to measure blinds. Choose the blind style you're going for and whether you're fitting inside or outside the recess. Our guide ensures accuracy so your blinds look and function beautifully.
How do I install blackout blinds?
Installing blackout blinds is a straightforward process. We have created step-by-step guides on how to fit blinds, covering everything from gathering the right tools to securing your blinds for a seamless finish. Whether you're a DIY pro or a beginner, our guides will help you achieve a perfect installation.
Are there professional installation services available for blackout blinds?
Yes, we offer a professional measure and fit service in partnership with John Lewis. If you’ve found the perfect blackout blinds but prefer to skip the measuring and fitting process, Shade & Story can handle it all through the expert John Lewis team. Their estimators and fitters will measure, install your blinds, and provide expert guidance to help you choose the perfect window coverings. To learn more and book the service, visit our measure and install service page.
Manufacture & Delivery
Where are your blinds made?
Most of our blinds are expertly handcrafted in the UK by skilled craftsmen who blend traditional techniques with modern technology. Our production facilities are located across England and Northern Ireland, ensuring top-notch quality and fast delivery times. We also collaborate with trusted manufacturing partners in Europe, including facilities in the Netherlands and Lithuania.
How can I track my order?
Tracking your order is simple with our online order tracking service. Just enter your order number and delivery postcode on our order tracking page to see the current status of your order. You can easily follow your order's journey from the workshop to your doorstep.
Do you offer a warranty on your wooden blinds?
All our blinds come with a comprehensive warranty as standard. For more details about our warranty coverage, including our Mismeasure cover and other policies, please view our terms and conditions.
How much do you charge for delivery?
For mainland UK deliveries, our standard delivery charge is £9.99. Blinds are typically manufactured within 7 to 10 working days, with standard delivery taking an additional 2 to 3 days. We also offer express delivery on selected products for £19.95, with blinds manufactured and dispatched the next working day, usually arriving within 2 to 3 days from the order date. For more information, visit our delivery page.