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Buying blackout blinds? Here are 10 reasons to go with Lights Out.

Complete darkness made simple. Canadian owned, founder led, and backed by over a decade in the blinds industry.

Buying blackout blinds sounds straightforward. Then you start thinking about light sneaking around the edges, getting the measurements right, and whether installing them will turn into a whole weekend project.

Lights Out brings a few useful things together: complete blackout, a simple installation, and people you can ask for help. Here are ten reasons this Canadian business is worth a closer look.

1. Canadian owned. Independently run.

If you like knowing who you’re buying from, this is a good place to start. Lights Out is Canadian owned and independently run, with a team here in Canada to help before and after your blinds arrive.

Lights Out is Canadian owned maple-leaf seal

2. The blackout goes right to the edges.

Blackout fabric can still leave a bright outline around your window. Lights Out pairs its fabric with a custom-fit frame that seals those gaps. The whole point is to keep daylight from finding a way around the blind, as well as through it.

That’s what makes the edge seal worth paying attention to when you’re looking for complete blackout.

“Really no light coming through. The frame seal is no joke.”

Tasha P. · Lights Out customer
A nursery window showing light around a blind, followed by a darkened room
See the difference a sealed edge can make.

3. Easy to install. No drilling.

Installation takes around 10 minutes per blind. Click the frame together, apply the supplied adhesive, and position it inside your window opening. There’s a video to follow along with, so you can see what’s involved before ordering.

A woman positioning the Lights Out no-drill frame inside a bedroom window

4. There’s a fit guarantee.

Getting custom measurements wrong is a reasonable worry. If your measurements are off and the blind doesn’t fit, Lights Out will remake it free under its fit guarantee. You can also ask for help measuring before placing your order.

Lights Out custom window measurements and Guaranteed Fit promise

5. The founders are still involved.

Charlie and Liad lead Lights Out and stay involved in the product and customer experience. There are actual people behind the business, with a personal reason to care about whether your order goes smoothly.

Already know what you’re looking for? See the blackout blinds and get your price here.

Charlie, Lights Out co-founder, holding a tape measure beside a blackout blind
Charlie, co-founder of Lights Out.

6. Charlie has been in blinds for 15 years.

Windows come with awkward handles, unusual sizes, and questions you might not have thought to ask. Charlie’s 15 years in the blinds industry means there’s practical experience behind the advice when you need help with the details.

Hands checking clear recess depth behind a window handle with a tape measure
Check recess depth and obstructions before you order.

7. They help with more than light.

Lights Out adds an insulating layer at your window to help reduce heat transfer. That means helping keep heat out during warmer months and warmth in when it’s cold. A useful extra for a room you want to feel comfortable in.

A neutral bedroom with a white Lights Out blind fitted in the window
An extra layer at the window, alongside complete blackout.

8. You don’t need to book an installer.

A straightforward installation also means fewer things to arrange. You can skip finding a contractor, booking an appointment, and paying a separate installation bill. Fit the blinds yourself when you have a little time at home.

Click the frame together. Apply the adhesive. Position in your window. See the installation guide.

9. You can get a quick answer.

A small measuring question shouldn’t hold everything up. Lights Out responds within 24 hours, often much sooner. The team can help while you’re choosing your blinds, checking a window, or figuring something out during installation.

“They responded within minutes and got me sorted.”

Sophie Greer · Lights Out customer
A woman extending a tape measure across the inside width of a window
Not sure about a measurement? The team can help.

10. Doing a few windows brings the price down.

If there’s more than one bright bedroom in the house, this helps. The Black Friday offer gives you 30% off every order, with bigger savings when you order three or more blinds:

  • All orders: 30% off
  • 3 or more blinds: up to 45% off

The multi-blind savings apply at checkout. You can choose different measurements and finishes for each window.

A bedroom with three windows showing light around two blinds and complete blackout in the third

Worth a look?

If you want complete blackout without turning installation into a big project, Lights Out makes a pretty good case. Add the fit guarantee and a Canadian team you can turn to, and there’s a lot to like.

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A few things you might still be wondering

How do I measure my window?

Measure the inside width and height in three places and use the smallest measurements. Follow our full guide to check depth, handles and other obstructions before you order. If you’re unsure, ask our team for help.

See the measuring guide

What if my blind doesn’t fit?

If your measurements are off and the blind doesn’t fit, contact us and we’ll help arrange a free remake under our fit guarantee. Our team can also help check your measurements before you place your order.

Do I need a drill or an installer?

No. Lights Out uses a no-drill installation system. Click the frame together, apply the supplied adhesive and position it inside your window opening. Allow around 10 minutes per blind for installation and follow the installation instructions.

How do the multi-blind savings work?

Every order gets 30% off during our Black Friday sale. Order three or more blinds to save up to 45%. You can choose different measurements and finishes for each window.

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A black Lights Out blind fitted in a warm, neutral bedroom

30% offon all orders

+ Up to 45% off 3+ blinds

Blackout blinds starting at $210

This offer is on for a short time

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