Blackout Blinds & Shades

Getting a restful night’s sleep has a big impact on how you feel and function the next day. One of the most effective ways to improve sleep quality is by controlling the amount of light in your bedroom. The right window coverings can help create a darker, calmer environment that supports your body’s natural sleep cycle.

Blackout blinds and blackout curtains are designed specifically to block outside light and create a comfortable, sleep-friendly space. Below, we explore how they work, why they’re beneficial, and which styles are best for bedrooms.

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We spoke with Tracy Braunstein, the founder of Sleep Tight Solutions. A certified pediatric sleep consultant and sleep wellness speaker, Tracy shares her expertise on many media outlets including Global News, Breakfast Television, and CBC Radio, helping families develop healthy sleep habits and more restful nights. Here are her top five tips for getting better sleep.

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Every March, conversations about health tend to focus on nutrition and fitness — but one of the most powerful pillars of well-being often gets overlooked: sleep. Sleep Awareness Month is a nationwide campaign dedicated to educating people about the critical role sleep plays in physical health, mental clarity, mood, productivity, and long-term wellness. Getting better sleep is an important part of a healthy lifestyle.

Did you know that sleeping in total darkness can actually improve the quality of your sleep? That’s right – and we’ve got the info to back it up. Read more about the benefits of blackout blinds and find out: are blackout blinds better for your health?

Do Blackout Blinds Help You Sleep Better?

Blackout blinds eliminate any and all light that normally filters through. Studies show that light affects sleep patterns and can disturb the sleep cycle. It can affect different people to varying degrees. While some heavy sleepers may not be bothered by light, a light sleeper may be easily disrupted by early morning sunshine, especially during the warmer season when there are more daylight hours.

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For some people, even the slightest bit of light entering the room can be a major sleep disturbance. This can be especially true for shift workers, tired parents, or anyone who needs to sleep when the sun is still out or emerging. The question is: do total blackout blinds really exist? We’re happy to say that not only do they exist, but we carry them. Read on to find out what sets these blinds apart from any other blackout option.

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As the Social Media Manager for Select Blinds Canada, I’ve had the opportunity to work with a ton of amazing influencers across Canada. In working on collaborations with design experts from all around the country, I’ve managed to pick up some handy design tips for my own home.

Unfortunately, it also means I started to realize that so many areas of my home needed work. Keep reading to find out how I managed to completely modernize my master bedroom in this makeover project, just by updating my window coverings.

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It’s Sleep Week! That means its’s time to take a minute to focus on just how important good sleep is and what we can do to optimize our sleep! The Happy Sleep Company approached us with a problem – a child’s bedroom with far too much light in the early morning plus an arched window covered with a tablecloth! Read on to find out how we came to the rescue and created the perfect sleeping environment for pediatric sleep expert, Erin Junker’s daughter.

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Are you looking for a way to maximize your sleep? Create a peaceful and serene space for rest by completely blacking out your room. Light creeping in through the windows can disrupt your sleep and for some, it can be impossible to get back to sleep after the disturbance. A dark room – no matter how bright it is outside – will help you get a longer and more restful sleep. Read on to find out how to completely black out your room for better sleep.

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