Blockout Curtains are a window covering of choice if you are looking to eliminate the light from your room. There are few key points to consider when purchasing your Blockout Curtains. Firstly there are two ways to manufacture blockout fabrics. By using a foam coating applied to the back of the fabric or by tightly weaving the fabric with a triple weave technology.
Both have there pros and cons. Essentially Blockout Curtains will block the light and prevent heat from radiating through the fabric. As with everything there are differing degrees of how well each Blockout Curtain performs. Each of our Blockout Curtains has a handy little chart that outlines how well it performs. DIY and buy your Blockout Curtains Online and SAVE.
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Blockout Curtains, also known as Blackout Curtains, will keep your room warm during the winter months and cool during summer. That can help you save on your energy bills! They will also keep out unwanted sun rays, preventing them from fading your carpets and soft furnishings and creating fabric breakdown. Possibly best of all, Blockout Curtains will keep the light out on bright mornings. That makes them a great option for lazy Sunday mornings, children’s rooms, and for shift workers trying to get a good night of sleep in the bright light of day.
We offer a terrific selection of Block Out Curtains, available in a huge assortment of fabrications, colours and curtain styles from the casual to the classic. There is a style perfect for every home and every room, whether you are after white blockout curtains or velvet blackout curtains. With over 100 Black Out Curtain styles to choose from, you are sure to find something perfect for your interior style. We even offer a Custom Curtain for those windows that are tricky to fit.
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A Brief Guide to Blockout Curtains
Blockout curtains are a popular choice for many customers due to the many benefits they can provide to a room. Buying blockout curtains online is one of the easiest ways to quickly browse hundreds of different styles of blockout curtain from the comfort of your own home. To make purchasing your blockout curtains online as straightforward as possible below are a number of questions we frequently get asked about blockout curtains such as how they work and the different benefits they can provide.
Correctly Hanging Blockout Curtains
In order for your blockout curtains to perform correctly and block out the maximum amount of light you will need to ensure that they are installed and hung correctly. You should always aim for your blockout curtains to cover the window entirely, this includes the outer edges, top and bottom of the window. Having your blockout curtains cover your window entirely will reduce the risk of sunlight leaking into your room via these areas. For more information on installing blockout curtains contact our support team.
The Benefits of Blockout Curtains
There are two ways in which a blockout curtain fabric is produced and both technologies have their pros and cons. There, you need to decide which features are most important to you, including their:
- Light Blocking rating
- Thermal properties
- Noise Reducing capacities
- Machine Washability
- Environmentally friendly status
- Soft drape look
- Structured drape look
- Colour of the reverse
Each of our curtains has a neat little chart that rates the curtain and highlights its key features. We have grouped our blockout curtains into 5 groups to make it easy to understand. Essentially there are two technologies
- Woven Blockout Curtain Fabric. We call these Thermal Weave
- Coated Blockout Curtain Fabric. We call these Thermal Layer
3 Qualities of Thermal Weave Blockout Curtain Fabrics
Each of the three qualities has varying degrees to which they perform as a blockout curtain.
Key Features of Thermal Weave Fabrics.
- Machine or Hand Washable
- Soft Drape
- No foam coating applied to the reverse
- Produced with the environment in mind
- Thermal
- Noise Reducing
FAQ
Always check the care/washing instructions label before attempting to clean them. Some blockout curtains may be dry clean only, while others can be machine washed.
Vacuum the curtains: Use a vacuum cleaner or a soft brush to clean off any loose dirt or dust from the curtains, before washing them. Doing this will prevent the dirt from spreading, when washing them.
Fill a bathtub with lukewarm water and mild detergent: If your blockout curtains are machine washable, fill a bathtub with lukewarm water and add a gentle, mild detergent. Do not use any abrasive chemicals, as they can damage the curtain fabric.
Wash the curtains gently: Gently stir the curtains in the bathtub for a few minutes, before letting them soak for around 15 mins. Avoid scrubbing the curtains or wringing them out, as this can ruin the fabric.
Rinse thoroughly: Drain the dirty water and refill the bathtub with clean, lukewarm water. Rinse the curtains thoroughly to remove all soapy residue. Repeat the rinsing process until the water is clear.
Hang to dry: Once you’ve rinsed the curtains, gently squeeze out all excess water and hang them to dry in a well-ventilated area. When drying the curtains, avoid exposing them to direct sunlight or heat, as this can fade the material.
Ironing: Once the curtains have completely dried, you can choose to iron them if required. Use a cool iron and avoid ironing over any seams or grommets, as this can damage the material.
Note: If your blockout curtains are not machine washable, it’s best to have them professionally cleaned.
Blackout curtains make your room darker and more insulated, which in turn can help your room retain heat in the colder months, reducing heat loss through the windows. However, there’s no guarantee that they will make your room colder. This is because the effect on the room temperature depends on several factors such as the material of the blockout curtains, the existing insulation of the room, the climate, and the heating and cooling systems in use.
If you discover that your room is too cold with blackout curtains installed, you can consider adding additional insulation, such as weather stripping or draft stoppers, to help minimise heat loss, or adjust the heating and air conditioning to maintain a comfortable temperature.
Yes, sleeping with blackout curtains can be healthy in certain circumstances. Blackout curtains can help to establish a dark and quiet environment in a bedroom, which can help you sleep better. Darkness triggers the release of the sleep hormone melatonin, which can help you to fall asleep faster, while ensuring a better night’s rest. Additionally, blackout curtains can also help to minimise the amount of light and noise pollution that can interfere with sleep, further creating a more favourable sleeping experience.
It’s important to remember that while blackout curtains can enhance your quality of sleep, they should not be relied upon for a good night’s rest, if you are experiencing sleep issues. Other factors, such as diet and exercise, also play a role in promoting good sleep. If you are having trouble sleeping, speak with your GP to determine the underlying cause and find the best course of treatment.
While blackout curtains are designed to block out a significant amount of light, it is unlikely that they will block 100% of light during the daytime. Most blackout curtains are composed of heavy, tightly woven fabric and are lined with a material that helps block light, such as a light-blocking liner or foam backing. All this helps to greatly minimise the quantity of light that can enter a room, but it’s rare for them to completely eliminate all light.
Beyond this, other factors such as colour and type of blockout curtains, direction of the sunlight, and time of day, all influence the amount of light that is blocked. Regardless, blackout curtains are an excellent solution for those who wish to reduce the amount of light in their room.
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