FreelivityBlackout Roller Window Shades, No Drilling Temporary Cordless Blinds Light Filtering Fabric Pleated Paper Shades for Indoor Window Covers, Easy to Cut, 35.5" W x 70.9" L (Black)

The media could not be loaded. I’ve given this 5 stars as it did exactly what I wanted it to. I had no intentions of using it as a standalone. Please see my explanations below.Using as standalone: this shade says “blackout”. My interpretation for anything that’s deemed of “blackout” status, is non-translucent and basically unable to see through. This shade is translucent and very sheer but it’s dark. However, if you’re needing this as a temporary budget friendly standalone shade to provide a somewhat block of the sun and ability of others to see inside, this is good. If your pockets are tight and you’re short on time, this will be useful for as long as you need it to be as the adhesive is very strong and those other components that come with it aren’t necessary to use.Using as a support with other components: my kids room has a huge window that faces the direct path of the sunrise. It’s beautiful and allows for minimal use of electricity. Accept that as soon as my kids see an ounce of light, they get right up (no matter the time) or it’s hard for them to fall asleep. I initially went the cheap route with attempting to “blackout” my kids room. So, I bought the blackout curtains. This only dimmed the room (but better than blinds alone). Then I added some cheap white blinds. This dimmed a little darker but still not as dark as I needed. So, I found these “blackout paper shades” then realized that if I used them as a first layer of the window, it wouldn’t be aesthetically pleasing when looking at the window from the outside since the rest of the windows in the house have white blinds. Therefore, I bought white paper shades to place in front of the black paper shades and the results are EXACTLY what I’d hoped for. Their room is the darkest in the house and I plan to do the other bedrooms the same.Yes, that was a lot of steps. However, I didn’t want to get rid of everything I’d invested in already on that window and feel like I’ve just wasted money. So, I kept it all and love it.Looking back, I should have just opted for something more expensive that would have been a one stop shop for the blackout effect. It’s trues what they said, it’s expensive to be cheap/broke as I feel being cheap caused me to spend more money. So, that’s a lesson learned. But I’m ultimately pleased with the outcome. Full cost below.Cordless Vinyl Mini Blinds- $22 (each) (bought 2)Blackout Roller Window Shades- $15 (each) (bought 2)Pleated Fabric Shade White- $22 (per 2 pack)Blackout curtains- $40 (per 2 panels)Total- $136 (I had to treat this window as two due to the size)

Very happy with this shade. It doesn't feel or look like paper, more like cloth. It's not as dark as I would have liked, but it really blocks the heat from the window where my computer desks sits. I would recommend this item; I've already ordered another one to cut in half for the 2 small side windows.

They do NOT blackout the light like described. Light goes right through them. I also prefer the paper ones vs these fabric. The paper ones are easier when wanting to reset preferred height. Other than that they are nice and look good.

Not worth a dollar

These blackout shades are so awesome, easy to install and truly blackout light! I wouldn’t purchase any other!

Love it! Its not heavy (Thin) but makes the room super nice & dark

We had a horrible glare on our tv late afternoon, plus the heat is unbearable in FL right now. Installed these on 3 bay windows and it has helped dramatically! Be warned - they are DARK so if you want any natural light, these are not for you.

These shades are a decent option for covering bathroom windows that point towards your neighbor's house - if you already have blinds. A bit see-through and the fabric is kind of cheap. You probably won't find anything better in this price range though. They serve the purpose I hoped they would. Average product.