How to Choose the Best Blinds for Blocking Out Noise

Cellular Shades

The nature of sound is that it travels through the air that moves from the inside of your home to the outside and vice versa. The structure of the cellular honeycomb blinds makes it the ultimate noise blocking window blind. You can get these blinds in multiple layered cells to control the movement of air which in turn insulates your windows and blocks noise and heat flow.

Cellular shades are durable, lightweight, and fully customizable to fit any window making them the best way to control light and heat. The side tracks of the shades work to ensure minimum airflow which in turn makes them the best insulators possible.

Double Roller Blinds

Roller blinds are an attractive addition to your windows and if you double up your blinds you will create an even greater insulation value. Most people will have a sheer blind for privacy purposes and also a blackout blind for nighttime use. By doubling the roller blinds and using them together you double the capacity for blocking sound and if you also choose a blackout fabric your chance for less noise infiltration will also increase.

Roman Blinds

Roman blinds are a great option if you want the look of curtains with the function of a blind. These blinds help to soundproof your home through their thick, dense fabric, helping to absorb sounds both inside and outside your home. If you choose a blind with a blackout lining you will also add another layer of sound-absorbing fabric.

Plantation Shutters

Although this blog is mostly about blinds, we can’t go past the noise blocking capacity of plantation shutters. Shutters made with a solid core can be effective at dampening noise from both inside and outside. The best part is that you can install shutters to any type of window.