A blackout blind in time for autumn

Well, as difficult as it may be for us to admit, summer has come to an end for yet another year. The nights are drawing in, the leaves are turning brown, and, most noticeably, it is certainly getting colder and colder.

We are sure you’ve heard all the generic things you can do to keep warm within the home during the colder months; hot water bottles, hot cups of tea, thicker quilts, jumpers, you name it.

While these are all effective alternatives to spending a fortune on having the heating on 24/7, we at Roman Blinds Direct are here to introduce you to a less obvious, long-term solution to prevent heat loss: the blackout roman blind.

A blackout lining is a blessing wrapped in a gorgeous fabric for so many reasons; they guarantee an added dimension of privacy, as the extra thick lining prevents residents from casting shadows against the fabric, meaning that the outside world cannot see what you are up to. They are ideal for people who work night shifts, or even those who just cherish their beauty sleep, as they also help to block out external light, meaning you won’t be woken up by the sun glaring through your windows first thing in the morning. For this reason, they are great for keeping a home cool in summer, by not allowing the sun’s rays to penetrate the fabric, thus helping to keep the temperature down. 

Blackout blinds really are the miracle of the window furnishings industry, because not only do they help to keep a room cool in summer, they have an added talent for being able to keep heat inside a room in the winter. The thickness of the lining works as an insulator, and is extremely effective in not allowing heat to escape from the home through the windows.

It should come as no surprise to hear that we have an innumerable amount of stylish fabrics to suit any and all decors on our website. If you are looking to tie in a seasonal motif, we have plenty of autumnal shades to choose from. Any one of these can be created for you by our skilled production team with a blackout lining.

Have you already got a blackout roman blind? Let us know what you think in the comments! Why not send us a picture on Facebook or Twitter?