Blindsgalore Gallery Cellular Shades: Blackout

Top Features & Benefits

• Blackout fabric blocks light for room darkness and privacy
• Double-cell design offers superior insulation; single-cell option is ideal for larger window spans
• White street-facing backing ensures a uniform look and meets HOA requirements

Lift Options

Cord Loop Lift

• Reliable, smooth operation for larger or heavier shades
• Loop length is approximately 75% of the total shade height
• Wall-mounted cord tensioner included for safe, secure operation
• Note: Ensure proper mounting surface for tensioner installation

Cordless Lift

• Child- and pet-safe design with no dangling cords
• Clear snap-on handles for effortless shade adjustment
• Top-Down/Bottom-Up option provides flexible light and privacy management
• Tip: Best for easily accessible windows

Motorized Lift

• Discreet motorized headrail with right-side motor placement
• Rechargeable external battery pack fits neatly inside window frame
• Battery ships at 30% charge; requires full charge before use
• Recharge cycle: Every 6–8 months depending on usage
• Remote options: Standard Single Channel (controls one shade) or Plus Single Channel (controls grouped shades). Both include wall-mount hardware.

Home Automation

• Z-Wave ready motors pair with most third-party Z-Wave smart home systems

DIY Installation

Over 99% of customers install these shades themselves with confidence. Each order includes step-by-step instructions, all necessary hardware, and ships with free delivery straight to your door.

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Finished Dimensions

Provide your exact window measurements (inside mount) or area you wish to cover (outside mount). See how to measure your windows

Our factory will make the following adjustments to ensure a flawless installation.

Inside Mount

• Headrail: 3/8" less than ordered width
• Fabric: 1/2" less than ordered width
• Height: ordered height

Outside Mount

• Headrail: ordered width
• Fabric: 1/8" less than ordered width
• Height: ordered height

Note: Finished measurements may vary by ~1/8".

Specifications and Mounting Requirements

• How big or small this shade can be made (depending on lift)
• If your window has at least the minimum inside mount depth or outside mount space, the blind/shade will fit install
• For inside mount only, if your window has the minimum flush mount depth, the blind/shade will sit fully inside the window sill for the cleanest, built-in look

Specifications

• Width 10" - 144"
• Height 12" - 144"
• Maximum square feet 97'
• Minimum inside-mount depth 1 1/16"
• Minimum flush-mount depth 2 1/4"
• Minimum outside-mount space 7/8"
• Headrail depth and height 2" x 7/8"

Please note the following exceptions to the above specifications

Cord Loop Lift

• Width 19" - 144"
• Height 9" - 144"
• Minimum inside-mount depth 5/8"
• Minimum flush-mount depth 2 5/8"
• Headrail depth and height 2 3/8" x 1 9/16"

Cordless Lift

• Width 10" - 120"
• Height 9" - 86"
• Minimum inside-mount depth 5/8"
• Minimum flush-mount depth 2 5/8"
• Headrail depth and height 2 3/8" x 1 9/16"

Cordless Top Down Bottom Up Lift

• Width 16" - 96"
• Height 9" - 86"
• Minimum inside-mount depth 5/8"
• Minimum flush-mount depth 2 5/8"
• Minimum outside-mount space 1 9/16"
• Headrail depth and height 2 3/8" x 1 9/16"

Rechargeable Motorized Lift

• Width 20" - 72"
• Height 9" - 72"
• Minimum inside-mount depth 1 1/8"
• Minimum flush-mount depth 2 5/8"
• Minimum outside-mount space 7/8"
• Headrail depth and height 2" x 1 1/2"