Custom Blackout Blinds & Roller Shades in Edmonton
True pitch-black — engineered for Edmonton’s long summer days. Novo Blackout Blinds are custom roller shades built with premium blackout fabric and optional aluminum side channels that seal the perimeter so no light slips past the edges. Made in our Edmonton facility for bedrooms, nurseries, home theatres, and anywhere darkness matters.
Every blind is custom-built to the millimetre, paired with triple-layer blackout fabric that blocks visible light and 99.9% of UV. The result is a room that’s as dark at noon as it is at midnight — ideal for shift sleep, nursery naps, home theatre viewing, and extending the life of your furniture, floors, and artwork.
Why Edmonton Homeowners Choose Novo Blackout
Six reasons our blackout shades outperform big-box, online, and national-franchise alternatives — every single one is a direct result of being built in Edmonton, for Edmonton.
Triple-Layer Blackout Fabric
99.9% light blockage using a bonded three-layer weave with a foam-backed core, not a coated polyester that cracks over time.
Aluminum Side Channels
The only way to stop side-light leak. Our channels hug the frame so no seam lets daylight in around the edges.
Measured to the Millimetre
In-home measurement by a Novo installer, not a salesperson. Custom-built to your exact opening — never shimmed or trimmed on site.
Made in Our Edmonton Facility
15,000 sq ft manufacturing floor at 52 Street. No offshore factory, no two-month ocean freight, no lost orders.
Cordless or Motorized
Child-safe cordless lift is standard. Add Somfy or Hunter Douglas motorization with wall switch, remote, or phone app.
Factory-Direct Pricing
You buy from the manufacturer, not a dealer. Typical quotes come in 20-30% below national franchise pricing for comparable blackout specs.
Perfect for Rooms Where Darkness Isn’t Optional
Built for the spaces where even a sliver of light is a problem — bedrooms, nurseries, theatres, and shift-worker suites across Edmonton.
Master Bedrooms
Sleep through 4:30 AM Edmonton sunrises in June. True pitch-black until your alarm — not the prairie sun.
Nurseries & Kids’ Rooms
Help babies nap on schedule and kids fall asleep when it’s still bright outside. Cordless lift is child-safe by default.
Home Theatres & Media Rooms
True home-cinema viewing, even at noon on a sunny Saturday. Aluminum channels stop projector glare from window edges.
Shift-Worker Suites
For nurses, oilfield rotators, and first responders who sleep during the day. Block the daylight without blocking the breeze.
Basement Suites & Rentals
Help tenants sleep, increase rental value, and meet Edmonton secondary-suite light-control expectations.
Hotels, Airbnbs & Short-Term Rentals
Five-star sleep experience that earns five-star reviews. Trusted by short-term rental hosts across Greater Edmonton.
From Measurement to True Blackout in 5 Steps
A straightforward process with no surprises, no pressure, and no guesswork. Here’s exactly what to expect when you order Novo Blackout.
Free In-Home Measure
We come out, measure every opening to the millimetre, and bring fabric samples so you can see the blackout in your own light.
Pick Fabric & Controls
Choose your blackout fabric colour, aluminum channel finish, and either cordless or motorized operation.
Built in Edmonton
Every shade is fabricated in our 15,000 sq ft local facility. Typical lead time is 5 to 10 business days, not weeks.
Professional Installation
Our installer mounts the blinds, seals the aluminum channels flush to the frame, and tests every opening before leaving.
Local Lifetime Support
Need a repair, an extra blind, or a smart-home upgrade? One phone call to Edmonton, no overseas shipping or runaround.
Ready for True Blackout?
Edmonton-made blackout blinds with aluminum side channels. Same-week installs. Free in-home measurement.
Blackout vs. Room-Darkening vs. Light-Filtering
The terms get used interchangeably — here is what each type of shade actually does, so you can pick the right one for each room in your home.
| Feature | Light-Filtering | Room-Darkening | Novo Blackout (with side channels) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light blocked | ~30–60% | ~90–95% | 100% — zero leak |
| Edge light gaps | Visible glow | Still visible | Sealed by aluminum channel |
| UV protection | Moderate | High | Up to 99.9% UV block |
| Thermal insulation | Low | Medium | High — adds R-value |
| Best for | Living rooms, kitchens | Secondary bedrooms, offices | Master bedrooms, nurseries, home theatres, shift workers |
| Sleep through sunrise? | No | Sometimes | Every time |
Engineered for Edmonton’s Climate
17-hour summer days, −35°C winters, and the brightest prairie sunrises in Canada. Off-the-shelf blinds from a big-box store aren’t built for any of it. Ours are.
17-Hour Summer Sun
Edmonton gets 4:30 AM sunrises in June. Novo Blackout with aluminum channels keeps every room pitch-dark until your alarm goes off, not the sun.
−35°C Winter Insulation
Triple-layer blackout fabric adds a thermal barrier at the window, reducing heat loss on the coldest nights and cutting that cold-glass draft from bedrooms.
Prairie UV Protection
99.9% UV blockage shields hardwood floors, artwork, upholstery, and children’s skin from Edmonton’s high-angle summer sun, no more sun-bleached coffee tables.
Free Measure & Install Across Greater Edmonton
Edmonton • Sherwood Park • St. Albert • Leduc • Spruce Grove • Stony Plain • Fort Saskatchewan • Beaumont
Factory-Direct Advantage
You Pay Less Because We Skip the Middleman
We design, fabricate, and install every Novo Blackout shade in our own 15,000 sq ft Edmonton facility. There’s no national franchise fee, no dealer markup, and no overseas freight built into your quote.
- Same blackout-grade fabric and aluminum channel system as the big-box premium tier, priced at the source
- One company handles measure, manufacture, install, and warranty — no finger-pointing
- Free in-home quote with samples, no high-pressure sales
Backed for Life
The Novo Blackout Warranty
Every Novo Blackout shade is covered by our written warranty — the longest in Edmonton on a true blackout system.
- 10 years on the blackout fabric against fading, cracking, and delamination
- 5 years on cordless and motorized lift mechanisms
- Lifetime workmanship guarantee on every install
- Local support, local parts, local installer — one Edmonton phone call
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Get in Touch With Us
Ready for true blackout? Book a free in-home consultation — we’ll bring fabric samples, take measurements, and walk you through side channel options for your windows.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Novo blackout blinds different from store-bought ones?
Our custom aluminum side channels. Off-the-shelf blackout blinds leave a 6–10 mm gap between the fabric and the window frame that lets daylight spill across the ceiling. We mount aluminum channels flush to the frame and the fabric rides inside them, so the edges are fully sealed.
Do your blackout blinds really block 100% of light?
With the side channel system installed, yes. The fabric itself is triple-layer and blocks visible light plus 99.9% of UV. The channels close the perimeter gap — we do a light-leak check at install and re-shim until you can't see any glow.
How long does it take from measurement to installation?
Typically 2–3 weeks from order to install, manufactured locally in Edmonton. Rush orders are available for time-sensitive situations like nursery deadlines or move-in dates — just let us know when you book.
Can blackout blinds be motorized or connected to smart home systems?
Yes, and we recommend it for larger windows, skylights, and nurseries. Battery, plug-in, or hardwired motor options are all available, with support for Alexa, Google Home, and Apple HomeKit plus sun and schedule automations.
Will the side channels damage my window trim?
No. Our installers use concealed fasteners sized to your trim, and the channels come in white, black, or silver to blend with your finishes. Inside-mount channels tuck into the frame; outside-mount channels frame the window cleanly.
Are blackout blinds child-safe?
Yes. All Novo blackout blinds are cordless or use inaccessible-cord systems that comply with Health Canada's Corded Window Coverings Regulations (SOR/2019-97). For nurseries and kids' rooms we recommend motorized or wand-operated versions.
Do blackout blinds help with heating and cooling costs?
Yes. The triple-layer fabric plus sealed channels create a dead-air pocket at the glass that improves insulation — measurable savings on summer cooling and winter heating, especially on south- and west-facing windows in Edmonton.
What is the warranty on Novo blackout blinds?
Lifetime workmanship warranty on anything we manufacture, with local repairs from our Edmonton shop. Motors are covered by the manufacturer for 5 years, and fabric is warrantied against defects for 5 years.
