BellaHills Super Soft Thermal Insulated Pencil Pleat Blackout Curtains (2 Panels) with Tie Backs, Charcoal Grey
Product description
The essentials
If you’re trying to make a living room feel more comfortable (and a bit calmer), these BellaHills pencil pleat blackout curtains are built for everyday practicality. They’re sold as a pair (two panels) and come with two matching tie backs, so you can fully close for privacy and light control, then open them back for a cleaner look.
On paper, the big draw is the “natural blackout” approach combined with thermal insulation. The description claims they block between 50% and 100% of sunlight and prevent 100% UV rays, and it also notes they’re vinyl-free. That mix matters if you want to reduce glare, protect interiors from UV exposure, or just take the edge off heat loss/gain around a window.
Key points
You’ll like these if you want classic pencil pleat styling without getting too complicated. The fabric is described as soft and made with durable yarn technology, and the curtains are also positioned for multiple benefits: noise reduction, energy saving/efficiency and privacy protection. Realistically, results can vary from home to home—window size, how much light leaks around the edges, and how you hang them will all affect how “blackout” they feel.
A small but important detail: for proper fullness, the panels should measure 2–3 times the width of your window. If you buy just for exact measurements, you can end up with a flatter look and less overall coverage.
It’s a good fit if your interior style sits somewhere between traditional and contemporary. Charcoal grey is also easy to work with, especially in living rooms where you want the curtains to blend in rather than dominate.
What you’ll notice day to day
Hanging them should be straightforward because they use a pencil pleat top. You’ll need to measure your pole and window size before choosing, which is one of those “boring” steps that actually prevents most buying mistakes.
In use, the two tie backs let you dress the window when you don’t need full closure. That can make a difference in daylight hours—no one wants curtains that only look good when fully shut.
As for maintenance, the curtains can be machine or hand washed, with no bleaching and low ironing. Again, that’s the kind of practical spec you’ll care about once they’re in the living room and life starts happening.
The less convincing bits (worth thinking about)
This isn’t the kind of product you’d pick if you’re chasing precise, guaranteed blackout performance in every situation. The claim ranges from blocking 50% to 100% of sunlight, so there’s an element of variability depending on your window setup and room lighting.
Also, because they’re sold as a set of standard size panels, they may not suit every window perfectly if you have an unusual width. If you can’t meet the 2–3 times fullness guidance, you might find the overall look and light control underwhelming.
Tech specs
- Type: Pencil pleat top blackout curtains
- Material: Vinyl-free (as described)
- Colour: Charcoal Grey
- Format: Set of 2 panels (sold per set)
- Panel size: W66" x D90" (per panel, as stated)
- Set size: W132" x D90" (as stated)
- Tie backs: Includes two matching tie backs
Who it’s for, and who should skip it
It makes sense if you want a pair of ready-to-hang curtains for a living room, aiming for a softer look than heavy, stiff blackout styles while still getting privacy and sun/UV protection benefits. It also suits households with kids and nurseries (the description explicitly mentions safety and “kids and nursery” use cases), provided you’re comfortable with the limits of “natural blackout” as claimed.
You may want to skip them if your priority is guaranteed, uniform blackout regardless of room conditions, or if your window width means you can’t achieve the recommended fullness. If you’re also extremely particular about lining weight or acoustic performance, keep expectations grounded: the description says noise reducing, but it doesn’t give test figures.
When it makes sense
Buying verdict Buy these BellaHills pencil pleat blackout curtains if you’re hanging them in a standard living room window, you can measure properly, and you’re happy to follow the fullness guidance so the panels look and work as intended. The combination of charcoal grey styling, included tie backs, and the stated thermal/UV/privacy benefits makes them a practical “get it done” choice for day-to-day comfort.
Don’t buy if you need consistent blackout across every angle and light leak, or if your window is awkwardly sized and you can’t realistically match the 2–3 times fullness advice. In those cases, you may be better off looking for options that are easier to tailor to coverage needs.
Mini FAQ
How many panels are included?
This set is sold as two panels, and it includes two matching tie backs.
What size are the curtains?
Each panel measures W66" x D90" (with the full set measuring W132" x D90"), as stated in the product information.
Do they actually block light?
The description says they can block 50% to 100% of sunlight and prevent 100% UV rays. Actual performance will depend on how your window is covered and any light gaps around the edges.
Can they be washed?
Yes—machine washable or hand washable. The care instructions also say no bleaching and low ironing.
Do I need to match a certain fullness?
For proper fullness, the panels should measure 2–3 times the width of your window, according to the description.