Blackout Shades NYC | Room-Darkening & 100% Blackout Installation
Custom blackout shades in NYC. LightGuard 360™ side channels, nursery-safe cordless & motorized options. Roller, cellular, roman styles. Free in-home estimate. Same-day service.
Service Highlights
- 100% light blockage for total darkness — day or night
- Norman® LightGuard 360™ side-channel technology eliminates light gaps
- Reduces outside noise for deeper, uninterrupted sleep
- Energy-efficient — blocks heat in summer, retains warmth in winter
- Motorized & manual options with smart home integration
- Ideal for bedrooms, nurseries, media rooms, and shift workers
- UV protection prevents furniture and flooring fading
- Available in roller, cellular, roman, and drapery styles
Frequently Asked Questions
What are blackout shades?
Blackout shades are window coverings designed with opaque fabric to block nearly all incoming light. They are ideal for bedrooms, nurseries, media rooms, and any space where strong light control is needed.
Are blackout shades good for NYC apartments?
Yes. Blackout shades block city light pollution, improve sleep quality, and provide strong privacy — especially on lower floors and street-facing windows.
Can blackout shades be motorized?
Yes. Blackout shades can be motorized with systems such as Lutron, Somfy, or Norman for remote, app, and smart-home voice control.
Are blackout shades energy efficient?
Yes. Blackout shades provide insulation by blocking solar heat in summer and retaining warmth in winter, helping reduce energy costs.
Do you install blackout shades in Queens, Brooklyn, and Manhattan?
Yes. We install blackout shades throughout Queens, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Long Island, Hoboken, and surrounding areas.
What is the difference between blackout and room-darkening shades?
Room-darkening shades block 95–99% of light but still allow some glow around edges. True blackout shades with side channels block 100% of light — critical for light-sensitive sleepers and nurseries.
Contact Makris Installations
Phone: (646) 450-8986. Email: info@makrisinstallations.com. Hours: Monday–Saturday, 8 AM – 6 PM ET. Service area: New York City (Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx, Staten Island), Long Island, Westchester, Hamptons, New Jersey, and Connecticut.