Blackout Shades

Explore blackout shades options with our NYC team, from product selection and measurement to professional installation.

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BLACKOUT SHADES:
IT’S BETTER ON THE DARK SIDE

Whether you’re just trying to sleep better or protect your privacy, blackout blinds are the ultimate privacy solution. Depending on the type, room darkening shades can block up to 99% of the light filtering into a room from the sun or city lights.

Blackout Shades provide ultimate light blocking no matter what room you’re looking to protect. NY City Blinds are experts in installing:

  • Bedroom Blackout Shades
  • Media Room Blackout Blinds
  • Nursery Room Blackout Shades
A modern dining room with a circular glass table, eight grey chairs, pampas grass arrangements in tall planters, dark blinds, marble flooring, and a contemporary ring chandelier overhead.

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We offer blackout fabrics in the following styles:

  • Blackout Roller shades
  • Blackout Pirouette® shades
  • Blackout Skylight shades
  • Blackout Roman shades
  • Blackout Honeycomb shades
  • Blackout Drapes
  • Blackout Silhouette® shades
  • Blackout Zebra shades
  • Motorized Blackout solutions

Available Accessories: Darkening Systems, Fascias, Valances, & Pockets

Blackout Shades
With Darkening System

Blackout Shades With
Fascia Top Treatment

Blackout Shades With
Valance Top Treatment

Blackout Shades With
Pocket Top Treatment

A close-up view of a textured, light gray roller blind partially covering a window, with a white window sill and frame visible at the bottom and side.Light beige curtains hanging next to a large frosted glass sliding door in a bright, modern interior space.Close-up of textured, dark gray roller blinds partially lowered over a window, with light softly filtering through the glass behind them.Modern office interior with glass walls, black chairs, a desk with computers, a large wall clock, and a framed cityscape photo above the desk. Spiral light fixture hangs from the ceiling.

CUSTOMIZE YOUR BLACKOUT BLINDS WITH NY CITY BLINDS

Side channels

Side Channel are the optimal way of eliminating those frustrating light gaps at the bottom of your shades. Our Side Channels and Center Channels fit neatly into our Sill Channels, giving you the perfect corner every time!

Valances

Decorative Profile Valances are offered in a variety of styles and colors to enhance any décor and give a finished look to all window treatments. The decorative valance can be made in any width, by joining multiple pieces together. If your home has a more traditional or cottage-type feel, you have a lot of options, from wooden blinds to curtains or even shutters. Some treatments, like custom drapery give you enormous flexibility when choosing fabrics and curtain styles, like rod-pocket curtains or pinch-pleat drapes.

Cornices

A cornice is a box-like wooden valance typically crafted from plywood, then covered with paint, wallpaper, or fabric and mounted to the wall above the window. Other cornices are carved from attractive wood and then stained to look good without needing paint or fabric coverings.

TOP 10 BENEFITS OF BLACKOUT SHADES

  • IMPROVE SLEEP QUALITY
  • LONG – LASTING MATERIALS
  • PROTECTION FROM UV RAYS
  • INCREASED PRIVACY
  • NOISE REDUCTION
  • REDUCE ENERGY COST
  • VERSATILE
  • COMPLETE DARKNESS
  • ENHANCED HOME DECOR
  • LOWER YOUR ENERGY BILLS

GET INSPIRED BY OUR PAST PROJECTS

A minimalist living room features a gray L-shaped sofa set against a wall with three large windows adorned with custom draperies NYC. A patterned area rug covers the floor, and a modern ceiling light hangs above, creating an elegant yet cozy atmosphere.A modern bedroom with large windows showcasing a city skyline. The room features a neatly made bed with a brown throw, light gray custom draperies NYC, a contemporary chandelier, and light wooden floors. Natural light fills the space.A bright bedroom with large windows features custom window treatments NYC, a neatly made bed with dark linens, and a full-length mirror leaning against the wall. The windows reveal a cityscape view.A modern bedroom adorned with custom window treatments NYC showcases large windows framed by gray blinds, a neatly made bed with a dark quilt, plush chairs, and a small table on light wood flooring. Soft, natural light fills the room, creating a serene atmosphere.A bright room with five windows featuring closed beige roller shades. The walls and ceiling are white, and the floor is carpeted in a light color. Through the window glass, greenery and part of a building are visible, accentuated by custom shutters NYC for a tailored touch.A bright bedroom with white walls and furniture features custom window treatments NYC. Two large windows showcase partially rolled-down white blinds, and a door opens to a view of trees and a lake beyond. A quilted bedspread covers a bed in the foreground.
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An empty office space with large windows showcases an urban cityscape. Sunlight streams in, illuminating rows of empty desks. The ceiling features exposed ducts and lighting fixtures, while the unfinished floor awaits its final touch. Consider custom window treatments NYC to enhance the view.

INTERESTED IN MOTORIZED SHADES?

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Motorization & smart-home brands

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Explore motorized options from Lutron, Somfy, Hunter Douglas and Rollease Acmeda, plus compatible Control4 and Brilliant smart-home controls. Product availability and system compatibility are confirmed during your consultation.

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“Huge plus for how clean they left the space, too!!”

Shannon praises the design guidance and the attention to detail during installation.

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“The service was excellent!”

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“Best of all, my client is happy.”

Martina describes clear communication, custom motorized options, and a smooth installation for her client.

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