Why Might I Need Blockout Roller Blinds?

In the list below, we’ve outlined just some of the reasons you might be interested in a blackout option for your home. You might find they are the answer you’ve been looking for.

Blackout roller blinds can improve the quality of yours and your family’s sleep

Your body produces cortisol in darkness which helps you both get to sleep, and stay asleep for longer. Many babies, children and adults find it difficult to sleep when it isn’t dark enough and you might find yourself (or your children) waking up earlier than hoped due to the light streaming into the bedroom too early. Blackout blinds can create quality sleep for the whole family. If you toss and turn at night or your baby just won’t settle to sleep, then blackout roller blinds could be your answer.

Blackout blinds add a feeling of privacy and security to your home

Blackout blinds stop people from seeing into your home, even with the lights on, giving you the feel of complete privacy and security in your home in the evening. If you have nosy neighbours or you just don’t like the fact that they are so close by and their windows look out into yours, then blackout blinds will solve that feeling of being watched in a flash.

Blackout blinds block out lights that can be irritating such as headlights or lamp lights

If you live in the city, or even just in an area with ongoing traffic, headlights and outside street lights can be irritating during the evenings. Blackout blinds will block out these lights so you can watch television, read or sleep without flashing lights coming in through your windows.

Blackout blinds reduce noise levels

Blackout blinds are excellent for reducing outside noise levels. This is great for quality sleep and also so you can relax in a quiet and peaceful environment. You don’t really need to hear that music blaring from a few houses down when you are trying to have a quiet night at home.

Blackout blinds provide home insulation

Home insulation is important for keeping your house warm in winter and cool in summer. Blackout blinds add an extra layer of insulation in your home due to their thick, quality fabric. Automation systems are available to ensure your blackout blinds are opened and closed automatically for the best energy efficiency. Why not make sure you come home from work to a perfectly insulated and private space?

Blackout blinds are more useful than you think! If you’re convinced, contact the team at Somfy for more information and tips on the best home automation systems available. Find your nearest Somfy retailer here.