Blockout curtains for total darkness, day or night

There is no real difference. Blockout is the spelling used across Australia and blackout is the more common term overseas, but both describe a curtain made from a tightly woven or coated fabric that stops light passing through. At Ben’s Curtains we use the words interchangeably, so whether you search for blockout curtains or blackout curtains in Brisbane or the Gold Coast, you are looking at the same made to measure product.

The fabric itself stops effectively all light passing through it. In a real room the small amount you still notice usually comes in around the edges, so we fit blockout curtains wider and taller than the window with side returns to close those gaps. For something close to total darkness we can also pair the curtains with a pelmet or a wrap around track, which is a popular choice for bedrooms and nurseries.

Yes. White blockout curtains are one of our most requested looks because the light blocking layer sits behind the fabric, so a pale, bright curtain can still darken the room completely. We offer the full range from crisp white and soft linen tones through to charcoal and black, so you keep the airy feel of a light interior without giving up the darkness you want at night.

Absolutely. Most of our blockout fabrics can be made up as S-fold curtains, where the fabric flows in a continuous, even wave on a discreet track. It is a clean, modern heading that suits new builds and open living spaces, and you still get the same full light control. We can also make blockout curtains in traditional pinch pleat or pencil pleat headings if you prefer a classic finish.

Yes, and it is one of our most popular setups. A double track lets you hang sheers in front for soft, private daylight and blockout curtains behind for complete darkness after dark. You get the best of both during the day and at night from a single window, and we design and measure the combination so both layers sit and draw cleanly together.

Our blackout range covers everything from smooth matte weaves to textured linen looks and rich, heavier drapes. Because every curtain is made to measure in our own workshop, you choose the fabric, the colour and the heading style to suit the room. We bring samples to your free measure appointment so you can see how each option looks in your own light before deciding, which makes the final colour much easier to get right.

Yes. We look after the whole job from a free in home measure through to professional installation across Brisbane, the Gold Coast and the surrounding suburbs. Our team confirms the exact sizing, recommends the right track or rod and fits everything for you, so the curtains hang correctly and draw smoothly. You can see our full service areas on the locations page or book a measure through our made to measure service.

As a guide, most custom blockout curtains are ready within a few weeks of your measure being confirmed, since each pair is cut and sewn to your exact windows rather than pulled off a shelf. Timing can shift a little with the fabric you choose and how busy the workshop is, so we give you a clear estimate at quote stage and keep you updated through production and installation.