Such an irritating beam of light that manages to squeeze past the cracks of your blinds. Or a bedroom that is fully lit at 6 a.m. in summer. Sleeping really well if you don't have blackout window coverings is quite difficult for many. So it's high time to do something about it! Discover the 5 most popular options for window blinds in this blog and get inspired.

1. Shutters: full blackout windows

When it comes to darkening your windows, roller shutters pass with flying colors. These interlocked steel slats that you attach to the outside of your window do not let in any ray of light. Another advantage is that roller shutters – in addition to light – also keep out noise, burglars and summer heat!

2. Blackout classic curtain: elegant and practical

Roller shutters may be super good at darkening your home, but they don't necessarily score high in terms of elegance. A classic curtain, on the other hand, does. Such a large piece of fabric, as you originally know the curtain, gives your bedroom a cozy and warm appearance. Good to know is that many classic curtains have a translucent fabric. So if you want to darken your windows, you can:

• Have your classic curtain lined. This means that you have a second layer of curtain fabric attached to your curtain with a special light-reflecting coating.
• Or go for a blackout curtain fabric. Some fabrics are already blackout anyway and you don't have to feed them afterwards.

3. Pleated blinds: darken windows and save energy

If you are going to darken your windows, you will immediately insulate your house better in all cases. After all, a thicker fabric automatically blocks extra heat or cold. With pleated blinds , however, you take it a step further. In addition to the fact that this type of window decoration - provided you choose a blackout fabric - blocks daylight, they are also known for their super good insulating effect. This saves energy and always enjoys a pleasant climate in your bedroom.

It is advisable to opt for a custom-made pleated blind. If it does not fit perfectly on your window or frame, you can sometimes be plagued by light rays that penetrate through the sides.

4. Roller blinds with side guides: relatively inexpensive

If you're looking for a relatively inexpensive option for darkening your windows, it's probably best to have your eye on blackout roller blinds with side guides. In most cases, roller blinds are cheaper than classic curtains, roller shutters or pleated blinds.

So make sure you choose a blackout curtain fabric and that you mount it with side guides. Side guidance keeps your roller blind in place on the sides. And your curtain is not only attached at the top. This ensures that you have little or no problems with light gaps.

5. Darken round or sloping windows with pleated blinds

If you want to darken a sloping or round window, you are faced with quite a challenge. And the options for window coverings are suddenly a lot more limited. What is the best thing to do? Shutters or pleated blinds are often chosen for round or sloping blackout windows. You can have these fully custom-made and you can opt for blackout material.

Bedroom window darkening at the touch of a button?

Did you know that darkening your windows can be even easier? If your window coverings have a Somfy motor, you can operate them at the touch of a button. Just from your bed or when you are somewhere else in the house. Go to a Somfy dealer near you and get informed about window blinds in the bedroom.