20 Best Window Shades For Bedroom (2023 Updated)

I struggled to find a product that would enhance my 1920’s home den with the warmth and color reminiscent of craftsman. These shades were perfect, although they could be a great fit for a modern home, they really fit well in my house.

Lightweight, but sturdy. Good quality mechanism for the shade, easy to install. Also a renewable resource, and that is important to me. Also, easy for me to hang myself!.

The cordless mechanism on these blinds really is the big plus. Other that that, they looked easy to install. There is two disappointing things about these blinds: 1. The faux wood grain is really unrealistic to the point they make the blinds look cheep (I have this kind of blinds in the living room and they look way better).

2. The very bottom rail is always in a frontward position, regardless of the position of the rest of the blinds (must be because of the heavy cordless mechanism inside) and there is no way to change that.

This is kind of annoying since I like to have the blinds shut the other way (downwards or back facing) but this always-facing-forward bottom rail gives a strange look to the whole setting. For those who wonder (like I did before purchasing) how does a cordless blind work, you just grab the bottom rail and lift it or pull it down.

The blinds themselves are really lovely. Fantastic quality and exactly the look I was going for. Unfortunately, the staff at Home Depot were a bit careless with cutting them to size so there are significant chips.

I ordered two additional ones prior to this order that were cut perfectly by an employee there. These two were not the same case, unfortunately.

They’re real good. They go up, they go down, they open, they close. Getting these blinds has been an uplifting experience. I see the world in a whole different way. My friends say I look “happier, more content”.

I know it’s because of the blinds.

I LOVE THE CORDLESS ZEBRA BLINDS THE ONLY THING IS THEY DON’T FIT AND I AM HAVING A TIME TRYING TO RETURN THEM AND GET THE RIGHT WIDTH. BUT THEY ARE BEAUTIFUL.

OMGOSH…this shade is amazing!

This shade is quite possibly the best! I love how it works and it makes the room brigh and airy still

It keeps the sun off you, it’s keeps the house cooler when it is down. The only thing is , it has no tie downs or weights to hold it down when the wind picks up a bit. I have to use bungy cords on either side.

Also it started to slide off the track a little bit to one side. So it doesn’t roll up properly now. But it still works. They just need to think about what they’d want in a roller shade, and apply it to their product.

Very bad quality. Once unrolled, it would never roll back up -had to do it by hand. Instructions are mysterious, more like a guessing game. Bad craftsmanship: I bought 2 blinds and each one is rolled in a different direction on the roll.

As a result, the seams of one are on the outside side of the blind. So, you don’t know if it goes in that way or if you have to install the right bracket on the left side.

I couldn’t find a corded shade like I had before so I bought this no-cord style. It’s lighter weight than my prior shade so it doesn’t block as much heat as I’d like. It looks nice, but since it’s mounted at about 7ft high, it’s impossible to reach it to pull it down so I had to attach a thin wire “handle”.

It’ll be interesting to see how long it lasts. I installed it myself (69 y. o. woman) and the instructions were teeny tiny print but they were very helpful.

i paid 32 dollars for these blinds and they are the worst blinds i have ever purchased. they are so thin that after two days in my window the sun has already melted these blinds. i don’t blame Walmart because normally i am pleased with my purchases.

And i never write reviews but this i had to. i will never purchase anything from this vendor again. Poor quality. makes no sense. the first twenty blades have bent on both sides of the blinds. as if they have been in my window for years.

now i will have to go spend more money to replace blinds that have only been hanging in my window for 2 days. keep the 32 dollars because it will not happen again. thank you.

Product is not meant to be installed in same manner as conventional blinds. I expected to be able to use exist blind hardware installed to wood window jambs. I do not drill into expensive window framing.

I ended up buying clip angles and drilling thru clip angles into top part of blind with set screw. Provided hardware useless.

I replaced all my vinyl mini blinds last year and realized just two of the windows were longer than the others. I had been on a wait list for the out of stock (at the big box store) for months, and the blinds were never available.

Happy to find the size I needed – and they match the existing blinds I just replaced. IMHO, replacing all the blinds really spruces up the overall look of all my rooms!.

The shade is fine and the material is alright. The problem is the instructions, the installation method, and the hardware. One of the short little half inch screws they provided broke. The tip just broke off while I was screwing it in.

Better still, all the screws are philips screws. Welcome to the strip club. Why on God’s green earth can’t anyone provide you with roberts screws? Would it really be so hard? The instructions, laughably, claim to have had a lot of effort put into them to make them as clear as possible.

Then they tell you to deal with 4 screws if you want to turn the clutch to the other side or go to a ceiling mount position, but there are only actually 2 screws that need removal, leaving one wondering if something is missing.

The instructions say to loosely screw in the brackets at the given width, then install the shade, and THEN tighten the screws down. How on earth are you supposed to tighten the screws down when the shade is now in front of them? So I figured out my own way to get the shade into the brackets, but man, what a pain.

What an absolutely frustrating process. This is just one of those times you wonder what the bleep someone was thinking when they designed a product and proceeded to instruct you to “simply install” the product.

I’m sure the shade will help reduce heat entering the room through the window. Thank you. But it would’ve been so much nicer if a product like this came with brackets attached to the shade itself, with easy access to screw slots (with roberts screws!).

Then all I as the layman would need to worry about is making the whole thing level.

This is the second home that we have used Coolaroo binds for our deck and I would highly recommend them. At our other home our deck faces south and the heat was unbearable and the wind made it very chilly in the fall.

Even though air filters through the blinds, it was substantially better with the blinds. The only disappointment we had is that we were fitting for a pre-existing deck so I had to design a decorative 22” frame on both sides to fill the gap.

I purchased an extra blind and cut it to fit the frame then attached the frame to the railing and upper frame. The material was the same as the blind so the look was almost seamless. Great quality, easy to install and very durable.

Purchase my coolaroo roller shades at Lowe’s apparently they’ve been opened before as they were all missing parts. After completing the job. I think they look good! Some issues with rolling up & down but the biggest issue is the material is shorter than the rod by like an inch & a half, leaving huge gaps if you hang them side by side.

Items description was 72 x 72 & 48 x 72 however item is 70. 5 x 72 & 46. 5 x 72. I found there is a slight discrepancy, misreperation so to speak, in the description of this coolaroo product. Thank you!.

Opened package to install sunscreen and both brackets were bent up like someone had ran over them! The box it came in was in perfect shape so it was the warehouse who put these in the box defective. The shade itself looks like some kid put it together.

Called the store but only recording telling me phone volume high right now and disconnects me. I am not happy at all. I previously bought a 6′ shade and that one works fine. I had never had a problem before with Sportsman’s Guide products now I know why this shade was on sale.

Get what you pay for.

We start each morning on our deck that faces east into the rising sun. with coffee and have struggled with the sun for years. talking about getting some kind of sun screen to make that time more enjoyable.

I finally saw this 8′ wide roll up sunscreen (in black) and thought now is the time. I bought the screen and installed it in just a few minutes (very easy to install). It works perfectly at blocking the screen while still being able to see through it.

When rolled up, it virtually disappears/blends into the cedar wall behind it. If you need a sunscreen. this is the one to buy. Great value. inexpensive. I would buy it again.

I purchased these for my mother’s covered back deck. She gets the hot afternoon sun blasting in. With this blinds they are able to sit and enjoy the afternoons and evening again on the deck. They filter the sun amazingly and create privacy while still allowing you to see through.

I highly recommend. Easy to install. However, if you want to leave them down all the time or during any type of wind, I recommend you attach some type of hook or band to the bottom. They do easily sway with the breeze without it.

Highly recommend these shades!.

The blinds seem fine. However, the screws provided were poor quality. I was installing the brackets on softwood and the heads of two screws twisted off, and several screws stripped the philips slot (had to remove the screws using pliers, and replace with another screw, as I could not drive them flush).

I can’t remember ever having a screw head come off in soft wood and I have done a lot of handyman stuff in the last 60 years. I was using an impact driver for the screws with a medium torque setting.

Maybe better luck if you use a simple screwdriver – but who does that these days.

I purchased my first shade about a month ago and it is perfect for my kitchen window above our sink. Exactly the look I was going for and fit perfectly. They are very sturdy once installed and look awesome.

I will be getting one for our larger bay window next! Highly recommend.

Decent quality, easy to install, lets some light through so maybe not ideal for a bedroom. I wish the push up/pull down mechanism was a little smoother, but for the price it’s decent.

I bought two cordless light filtering cellular shades to replace traditional shades that broke. It’s a strategy we use to keep our house cooler on hot days, so these are not everyday users. I ordered shades for 2 different size windows, one is much smaller.

They arrived in two boxes attached together with strapping tape and some very heavy duty cardboard. The longer box was damaged in shipment and were unusable. I called customer service immediately. The representative made it so easy.

She didn’t ask for photos or any proof. She just put another order through. I got the new shade yesterday and just installed them. They are perfect. I will return to this company for any of my window treatment needs.

They are a quality product and perform how I want them to perform.

They don’t state this anywhere in the specification, but the plastic mounting area on either end (top and bottom) does not match the fabric color you select. When I asked CS about it, they stated that the color of the mounts is selected to “coordinate” with your selected fabric.

However, the customer have zero prior knowledge or control over what this color will be. Basically, you just get what you get with this product because it’s their most “value” (cheapest) version. I asked where it states that the color won’t match, and they admitted that it doesn’t (but said that it also doesn’t say that it WILL match).

If I don’t want a dark, contrasting top and bottom that doesn’t match my shade, I have to select a different model. The different model will cost me a lot more. I really tried to do it right–I even ordered samples (and paid for rush shipping!) in order to coordinate my shades to my trim.

The fact that the shades won’t match the mount should be EXPRESSLY mentioned in the item description. I’ve already devoted weeks of my life to these shades, and I’m beyond disappointed. I would not recommend these window coverings to anyone who wants a cohesive look.

We almost did not install these. We bought midnight, but they are white on the backside. There is no handle, and you must order them an inch or two longer than the size you need or they will creep up on the bottom leaving a gap.

They are also a cheaper quality than what I have bought elsewhere, hence the price. The biggest one doesn’t like to close very well. I ended up using fabric spray paint and painting the backside of all three that I bought, but it looks terrible with the light filtering through it.

Unless you want the light colored ones, they are a waste of money.

Re did all the blinds in our house to these Blackout Cellular shades, they were great at first, easy install, blocked out light sufficiently. But a year later and none of them roll up correctly. Some only retract 3/4 of the way up now, most have sagged on the right side, so the sit cockeyed all the time now.

Thought we’re were I investing in quality for our home, but now extremely disappointed. Will try a different brand to replace them all yet again! What a waste….

I’ve only had these blinds a couple weeks and so far so good. They were really easy to install although the phillips screws could have a bit better head so the screwdriver can keep a grip. They kept slipping off when we were trying to screw them into the window frame.

We had to cut them and that worked out fine. We made sure they were closed tight, wrapped them in masking tape to protect the PVC and to keep them together so the paper didn’t get mangled. We used a simple mitre saw (chopsaw) and it worked just perfectly.

They are definitely room darkening! So much so, I have to leave one open a crack just so we know it’s morning!.

I was searching high and low for affordable cellular shades and was having a hard time finding any until I came across these. These were easy to install and they look great. The pull down and push up is easy.

They are a bit thinner than the 1 inch i was hoping for, but overall that is a very minor issue. This also makes they very light if you don’t want heavy window blinds. They filter light perfectly with letting light in while keeping my privacy.

On the wider shades, the bar can sometimes be a little crooked when pulling halfway, but if you really care, you can adjust it. Lowes got these to me very quickly as I ordered online. I would buy them again.

Great value for the price.

This fit perfectly. It is solidly made, easy to install. The color gray is a gentle look. And it does permit some light to show throw. But you cannot see any images on the other side. I was expect it to be raised by a cord, but has a handle.

You have to raise and close by lifting it up and pulling it down which is limited to how tall you are and your arm reach. So I cannot fully open it as my window is to high. I will try to rig up a cord to the handle.

Great bargain.

The color, functionality and the amount of light that filters in is everything I expected. I am basically pleased with this purchase. I give a four star because I thought the color of the shade would reflect on the side that faces the outside as well.

but unfortunately it is white. Also at night the bright light coming from the room shows clearly from the window. it is not exactly the look I prefer on that side.

I absolutely LOVE having those simple decorative pieces that make a HUGE compliment in my home! It’s like simplicity and luxury becoming one. When TryIt Sampling sent me the Sun Zero Pryer Textured 100% Blackout Cordless Roman Shade, in exchange for my honest thoughts I was nothing short of elated! The benefits that come from this one shade completely surpassed my expectations.

This Pryer Shade features a subtle linen-like textured fabric that blocks out 100% of outside light and noise reduction by 50%. The energy efficient design also reduces energy lost throughout your windows by up to 45%.

Now if that isn’t already amazing enough, this incredible shade also has thermal properties that help to keep the summer heat and winter chill out of your home! I have an older style home with older windows, so there is definitely a big draft in the winter, but in the summer, it’s SO HARD to keep it cool inside, but it’s the beginning of summer and I’ve already noticed a BIG difference! I am able to keep the shades pulled down during the day and by the time I get home, my house is nice and cool, I love it!!! One of the most important aspects about these shades is the fact that they are certified BEST for kids! If your like me, and you’ve got little ones running around, you definitely want to have these cordless shades.

Knowing that my son is always safe and my home will be warm in the winter and cool in the summer, gives me piece of mind. now I’m gonna pull my shades and watch a glare free movie!!!!! Lol.

This Sun Zero – Sun Zero Somerton Textured 100% Blackout Cordless Roman Shade is a very nice blackout shade. It is a great replacement for roller shades with a Roman shade look. No chords either! It pulls down smoothly and then with a quick tug it rolls up smoothly but nice a slow.

Not quick like the roller shades. I’m only giving it a 4 star because there weren’t any instructions. I ordered 2 shades and neither came with instructions. Granted I have hung many different shades and was able to figure these ones out easily.

The second reason for 4 stars is because the shade sides left or right. There isn’t a stopper on either end to keep it from moving side to side. Not that anyone should be moving it. It is to snap the shade onto the brackets and snap them off.

It does a great job blocking out the Sun light. Its heavy fabric and I could see it doing a nice job with keeping the heat out from the sun while closed. I’m happy with it and I would still recommend it.

These definitely get the job done. They are attractive and the weave is nice and subtle while still being a little interesting on closer inspection. The problem I did have with these, and this is probably on me, but they didn’t fit my windows how I would have wanted them to.

The instructions (which I couldn’t find initially as they were squished at the very bottom of the narrow rectangular box) show the installation to cover the full window and frame or to fin on the inside of the frame and only cover the window.

It was too narrow to cover the window frame and too wide to fit on the inside. Granted my windows are from the 1950’s, but still, measure before you buy. Now that I have them hung, I think I would like them best mounted in the inside of the window frame, as the rolling mechanism juts out a bit allowing a little light to come through the sides.

Other than these mounting issues, I do like the product as it provides privacy and a nice sleeping environment in my Guest Room.

Ever since the days started getting longer my 3 year old started waking up bright and early. He has been getting up at 7am ready for the day and ending up cranky and tired. I bought these blinds in the kahki color because I thought it would block light better than the others and help him sleep.

I installed them yesterday(by myself. very easy) and today I am writing this review ALONE and enjoying a peaceful morning because at 9:30 am my child is STILL ASLEEP. I fully expected light to show around the edges and between the slats a bit because, obviously, they are blinds.

I was honestly a bit surprised how well they work though. I’m using them in a north facing window so not the greatest challence, but they probably blocked 70% of the light comming in.

I just purchased my 2nd Living Accent Window Blind 1 month ago. I enjoy the fact it’s a cordless blind. To assemble, the working space for installation is “Very Tight”. You need tiny fingers or electric tools.

However, the blind aspect is very fragile and cracks or snaps easily. I stuck my hand through 2 slats to open my window and snap, one slat cracked or snapped right @ the rope / thread center connection.

I have taped it with clear tape for now. My concern is when I take them down to wash them, it would be very easy to snap or crack other slats. My old blinds were of a heavier plastic and never broke until they became too brittle.

This after many tub washings and hanging them outside to dry. So caution if you take them down to wash them. They are quite reasonably priced though.

Make sure you measure correctly before picking out the size. The blinds are incredibly easy to install. Unfortunately, the 60 inch blinds I ordered were broken on arrival so I had to return them. But I have installed 6 sets of blinds and they all install the same way, easy :-).

Easy installation and I like the look. Nice basic blinds. 1/2″ shorter than measurement (30″ actually 29. 5″). Ordered online so I wasn’t sure but glad I didn’t go any shorter. Not sure on durability since they just went up, but they seem decent quality.

These shades are beautiful, elegant and amazing quality. They are very thick and durable and block out 100% of sunlight. I also like that it helps block the summer heat and winter chill which will also help keep utility bills down.

They prevent fabric fading and provides additional noise reducing benefits which are great for bedrooms and for young children. They provide maximum privacy which is a must for me. They look great in my home and can be used alone or used with curtains to dress it up even more! They are very easy to install and 100% cordless which is a must for me with a baby and young children!.

I was looking for good blackout shades for a nursery (that gets direct afternoon sun during nap time). I had a suction cup shade that worked really well but was too annoying to put up and take down every nap, but wanted natural light the rest of the day.

Finally decided to try this, and went with the light filtering and blackout shade option. Raising the blinds completely is great when the room isn’t getting direct sun, light filtering is great when the sun is harsh and direct to still get natural light, and blackout is working great to make the room pretty dark.

There is still light that comes in the sides and bottom, but I don’t know that any cellular shades completely block that. I did order the optional side brackets to help with that but it doesn’t really block much more light than without it.

We also have basic blackout curtains that help block a little more of that light. While it doesn’t completely darken the room (like the suction cup shade) it looks nice and makes it so much easier to raise/lower and it is dark enough for nap time and early bed time.

Overall I’m very happy with this purchase and love that it’s super easy to raise and lower and the safety of it being cordless. I wondered if this budget option was good as the others, and based on other reviews it sounded like the quality was the same.

I did not personally try the other kind to compare, but didn’t need the expanded color options so went with this.

I bought the correct size, but the shade did not open all the way. Blinds. com was great to replace it, and I changed the size to be longer, so the new ones would go past my window sill if pulled out, just to be sure they would reach the bottom.

Got the replacements installed, even after 3 weeks of letting them stretch out, they are still too short. Also the daylight part at the top sags a bit, letting in light. If I hadn’t gone on vacation and installed these on time maybe I’d try another replacement, but who knows if that would do anything.

To be fair, everything else is great. But I needed these to be blackout and I can’t believe that after ordering them longer they are still just as short as the first ones (which was already and inch shorter than what I ordered).

As noted in other reviews, these shades sag. I have tried several times to straighten the shades so they do not sag from one side by opening bottom of the shade and adjusting the strings. This ultimately only lasts a few days before the sagging begins again.

These are on my upper level windows in rooms that we barely use; however, every time the shades are open, the first thing I notice driving to my house are the crooked window shades. The shades themselves are also paper thin and easily damaged.

Spend a little more money and buy something else, otherwise you’ll waste money like I did and need to re-purchase shades!.

These shades are working out well. They were fairly easy to put up and they hang straight. My only concern is when I push them all the way up, they come back down a slight bit. A “slight bit” is fine, as long as as it doesn’t turn into “a lot” later on.

Currently, though, I really like them!.

Most of all blindsgalore has great customer service. We accidentally ordered a half inch to small and we were able to get our correct size without an extra charge. The blinds look great and function perfectly.