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Skylight Shades & Blinds | Custom Window Treatments for Skylights
Skylight windows are a stunning architectural feature, flooding your home with natural light and opening up the view to the sky. However, without the right skylight shade, that beautiful window can become a major source of unwanted heat gain in the summer, heat loss in the winter, and UV damage to your furniture.
Blindsgalore offers custom skylight shades designed to stay in place on angled or horizontal windows. Using specialized sidetracks, these shades operate smoothly and prevent sagging, giving you total control over the light above. Whether you need blinds for skylight windows in a sunny kitchen or skylight curtain alternatives for a bedroom, we have the perfect solution.
Benefits of Skylight Window Shades
Skylight blinds do more than just block the sun. They are a functional upgrade for your home's efficiency and comfort.
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Superior Insulation
Cellular shades (honeycomb shades) are the top choice for skylights. Their air-trapping pockets act as a buffer against the glass, keeping your home cooler in summer and warmer in winter.
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UV Protection
Indoor skylight shades filter out harmful UV rays that can fade hardwood floors, rugs, and upholstery.
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Light Control
Enjoy the view when you want it, and block the glare when you don't. From soft filtered light to complete darkness, you control the atmosphere.
Custom Shades for Skylight Windows
Skylights are notoriously difficult to cover with off-the-shelf products. Sky window blinds from Blindsgalore are custom-made to your exact dimensions. They feature stationary side channels (tracks) that hold the fabric taut, ensuring the shade doesn't droop, regardless of the window's angle.
Different Types of Skylight Shades
Cellular Skylight Shades
The most popular option, cellular skylight shades feature honeycomb pockets that provide excellent insulation. They are available in single- or double-cell construction for maximum energy efficiency.
Pleated Skylight Shades
Pleated skylight shades offer a similar look to cellular shades but consist of a single layer of folded fabric. They are a stylish, budget-friendly option for shades for skylights.
RV Skylight Shades
RV skylight shades are perfect for motorhomes. These shades are designed to handle the vibration of the road while keeping the interior cool and comfortable.
Light Control: Filtering vs. Blackout
Light Filtering
Light filtering skylight shades gently diffuse sunlight, reducing glare while keeping the room bright. They are ideal for living rooms, kitchens, and other spaces where you want natural light without harsh rays.
Blackout Skylight Shades
Blackout skylight shades are essential for bedrooms or nurseries. If you need to sleep during the day or want to block the moon at night, blackout skylight shades are the best choice to fully block out light. (Learn more about creating total darkness in our guide).
Operation: Manual vs. Motorized
How will you reach your skylight blind? Operation style is a key part of customizing your skylight shades.
Manual Operation
Manual skylight shades are operated using a handle on the bottom rail. For high windows, we recommend adding a skylight extension pole to your order to easily push and pull the shade.
Motorized Operation
Motorized skylight shades offer the ultimate convenience. They allow you to open and close hard-to-reach shades with a remote or smartphone app. Integrate them with Alexa or Google Home to control your skylights with your voice.
Customizable Options
Single vs. Double Cell
Single cells offer a sleek profile and solid performance, while double cells provide maximum insulation and sound dampening. Double-cell skylight shades are ideal for extreme climates and rooms where comfort is critical.
Pleat Size
Larger pleats (like 3/4") look better on large windows, while smaller pleats (around 3/8") are better suited for smaller openings. Choose a pleat size that complements the scale of your skylight.
How to Measure and Install Skylight Shades
Measuring for custom skylight shades requires precision. Because these shades mount inside the frame, accurate measurements are critical.
Measure: Measure the inside width of the skylight frame at the top, middle, and bottom, and the height at the left, center, and right. Use the narrowest width and longest height. Make sure the frame depth is sufficient for the mounting brackets. For a step-by-step video, visit our measuring guide.
Install: Most skylight shades are installed with side tracks. The headrail and bottom rail are mounted inside the frame, and the side channels guide the shade as it moves. Visit our installation page for detailed guides.
For assistance measuring, installing, or customizing your skylight shades, please contact our in-house team of design experts. You can reach us at 877.702.5463 or email us at customercare@blindsgalore.com. If you’d like to discuss a design solution via webcam, you can also book an online appointment with our virtual designer.
Skylight Shades FAQ
General Questions
Skylight blinds are specialized window coverings designed to fit windows located on the roof or ceiling. Unlike standard blinds, they use a tension system or side tracks to hold the fabric tight against the glass, preventing it from sagging due to gravity.
The best way to cover a skylight is with a custom cellular or pleated shade. These are designed with side channels that secure the shade at any angle. Skylight curtains (fabric held by rods at the top and bottom) are another option, but custom shades offer better operation and insulation.
You can buy custom skylight shades directly from Blindsgalore. We offer cellular and pleated options that are custom-built to fit your specific window opening, ensuring a perfect fit and smooth operation.
The main benefits of skylight blinds are heat control (reducing solar gain in summer), insulation (preventing heat loss in winter), glare reduction, and UV protection for your furniture and flooring.
Installation typically involves mounting the headrail and bottom rail inside the window frame, and then installing the side tracks (channels) that the shade slides within. It usually requires a drill, screwdriver, and careful measuring to ensure a secure, even fit.
The price varies based on size, fabric, and lift mechanism. A manual skylight blind starts at a lower price point, while motorized blackout options will cost more due to the added technology and convenience.
Blackout cellular shades are the best option for fully blocking out light. The opaque fabric stops light from passing through, and the side tracks minimize light gaps around the edges, making the room significantly darker.
Measure the inside width of the skylight frame at the top, middle, and bottom, and the height at the left, center, and right. Use the narrowest width and the longest height. Also confirm that the frame depth is sufficient for the mounting brackets.
Product Care & Use
We recommend cellular shades for the best balance of insulation and light control. Pleated shades are a great decorative alternative if you prefer a slightly different look or a more budget-conscious option.
Manual shades use a tension mechanism; you simply push the handle up or pull it down, often using an extension pole for high windows. Motorized shades use a remote control or smart home app to raise and lower the shade with minimal effort.
High-quality custom skylight shades can last for many years. Cellular shades are durable, but because skylights receive intense direct sun, the fabric may gradually fade over a long period (often 10+ years).
Motorized skylight shades can be powered by a rechargeable battery wand (no wiring needed) or hardwired into your home's electrical system, depending on the specific model you choose.
White or off-white is the most popular choice for the exterior-facing side to help reflect heat. For the interior, you can choose a color that matches your ceiling paint to help the skylight blend in, or use a contrasting color to make it a design feature.
