What’s the difference from Blackout vs Room Darkening vs Light Filtering Shade?

Now that we are familiar with the technical elements, let’s get down to what sets these shades apart.

Light-filtering

By definition, light-filtering shades are made of less opaque fabrics that allow the most amounts of light to filter through, while still offering some level of privacy and UV protection. 

Pros:  

● Maintains views and allows natural light to enter your space

● The perfect choice for a room that needs some privacy while still letting in a lot of light

● Lightweight

● Darker colors may offer more privacy than lighter colors

  

Room darkening

Room darkening shades darken the room by blocking more incoming light than light-filtering shades, and provide more enhanced privacy.

Pros:  

● Provides privacy and light control

● Ideal for bedrooms, bathrooms, nurseries, media rooms, or other private areas

  

Blackout

Blackout window treatments effectively block 100% of light, making them the best option for complete and total darkness

Pros:  

● Provides total blackout capabilities

● Gives you complete control over natural light and privacy in any room 

● Offers maximum UV protection