Dom Decor Studio · Los Angeles
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blackout inside mount
roman shades
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Custom blackout inside mount roman shades combine complete light-blocking performance with a clean, built-in appearance. Installed within the window frame, they preserve the window’s architectural detail while eliminating unwanted light. This configuration works best in rooms with deep frames and in situations where outside mount would be difficult — such as windows positioned close to walls, cabinets, or other architectural elements.
For the most thorough light blocking with no edge gaps, see Custom Blackout Outside Mount Roman Shades. If complete darkness is not required, see Custom Privacy Inside Mount Roman Shades for a softer filtering option.
When Inside Mount Works for Blackout
Inside mount blackout roman shades perform well in rooms where the window frame has sufficient depth (at least 2.5 inches) and where a very small amount of edge light is acceptable. This configuration is common in bedrooms with deep craftsman-style frames, in new construction with thick wall sections, and when multiple windows are placed close together and outside mount shades would overlap.
Managing Edge Light
All inside mount shades allow some light to enter around the edges. To minimize this in a blackout application, we size the shade as closely as possible to the frame interior and use side channel hardware where available — fabric tracks that run along the sides of the frame and seal the gap between the shade and the wall. This significantly improves blackout performance for inside mount installations.
Blackout Fabric Options
We offer inside mount blackout roman shades in blackout-coated fabrics — where the blackout treatment is integrated into the decorative fabric — and in a lined construction where a separate blackout lining backs the chosen face fabric. Blackout-coated fabrics are thinner and fold more neatly; the lined version offers more decorative fabric choices but produces a slightly thicker fold stack.
Pairing with Side Panels
A popular solution for improving blackout performance on inside mount shades is to add side drapery panels. These panels hang on the wall alongside the window and, when closed, cover the edge gaps around the inside mount shade. This combination provides near-complete blackout while maintaining the clean, inside mount look during daytime hours.
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Will a blackout inside mount roman shade completely block light?
Inside mount blackout shades block most light but allow some to enter around the edges. For near-complete blackout, we recommend adding side channel hardware or pairing the shade with side drapery panels. If complete blackout is essential, outside mount is a more reliable configuration.
Can blackout inside mount roman shades be motorized?
Yes. Tube motors integrate cleanly into the inside mount header and work with Lutron, Somfy, Apple HomeKit, Google Home, and Amazon Alexa. Battery-powered motors are available where hardwiring is not practical — no ceiling work required.
How long do custom blackout inside mount roman shades take to make?
Fabrication typically takes 3 to 4 weeks from fabric confirmation to installation. Motorized versions may add a few days depending on motor availability. We confirm the exact lead time at the time of measurement.
Does professional installation come included?
Yes. Every shade we fabricate includes professional installation. Our team handles mounting, leveling, and cord or motor testing on-site. Motorized shades are fully programmed before we leave — connected to your smart home system and tested for smooth, quiet operation.
Can inside mount blackout roman shades be paired with drapes?
Yes, and it is a popular combination. The inside mount shade sits cleanly within the frame handling light control, while side drapery panels mounted on the wall add softness, framing, and additional coverage over the edge gaps. The result is both functional and finished-looking.
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