Blackout without the drill
Sometimes you want less light without making more work for yourself. That’s where no-drill blackout shades come in.
They combine the light control of blackout window shades with an installation that doesn’t require drilling into your window frame or wall. Depending on the style, the shade is held securely inside the window recess using a no-drill mounting system.
The result? A darker room, an easier install and no holes to patch later.
That makes blackout blinds without drilling an especially useful choice for renters, bedrooms, nurseries and anyone who’d simply rather leave the toolbox where it is.
FAQs about no-drill blackout shades
Not necessarily. Our no-drill blackout shades give you the light control of a blackout window treatment without drilling into your window frame or wall. They’re installed inside the window frame using a tool-free mounting system.
Yes. We offer no-drill blackout cellular, roller and other shade styles, so you can darken a room without a traditional drilled installation. Check the individual product details to make sure the no-drill option works with your window.
Blackout material blocks light through the shade, but an inside-mounted shade can allow a little light around its edges. If you want the darkest possible room, look for a total blackout style with light-blocking side tracks designed to reduce those gaps.
Yes. They’re a particularly handy option for bedrooms because they combine strong light control with easy installation. They can help reduce early-morning sunlight, streetlights and other unwanted light when you’re trying to sleep.
They can be. Because you don’t have to drill holes into the wall or window frame, they’re a useful option when you want to change your window coverings without a traditional permanent installation. Always check your lease and the requirements of the individual product before ordering.
Depending on the product, a no-drill mounting system uses tension or pressure inside the window frame to hold the headrail securely in place. There’s no need for the screws and brackets used in a standard drilled installation.
Yes. By reducing incoming daylight, blackout shades can make it easier to see TVs and other screens during the day. They’re a useful option for media rooms, bedrooms and living spaces where glare gets in the way.
Room-darkening shades reduce a significant amount of incoming light but aren’t intended to create the same level of darkness as blackout shades. Blackout shades use opaque material for stronger light control. For the darkest result, look at total blackout styles designed to reduce light around the edges too.
No :) That’s the point. No-drill styles are designed for tool-free installation, so you won’t need to get out a drill to put them up. Follow the instructions for your particular shade and mounting system.