Funky Gadgets Thermal Blackout Roller Blind (Grey) – Easy Fit, Thermal/UV Protection, Trimmable Fit, Child Safe
Product description
The essentials
If you’re trying to cut out glare and keep a room feeling more private, a blackout roller blind is often the most straightforward fix. The Funky Gadgets thermal blackout roller blind is designed to block light that passes through the fabric and provide privacy, with the added promise of UV protection. On paper, it’s a practical home-office, bedroom or bathroom upgrade rather than a decorative statement.
This one comes in grey, with a trimmable width meant to help you dial in the fit to your window. It’s also positioned as “child safe” for the chain installation, which is worth taking seriously if you’re fitting blinds in a household with younger children.
What you get and how it works
The package is described as including the roller blind fittings, a chain connector and a child safe clip. Installation is framed as easy, and the blind is intended to roll smoothly on a chain system. One detail that stands out for real-life fitting is the trimmable width: if your window opening doesn’t match the exact size, you may be able to trim to get closer to the right coverage.
It’s also “3 pass fabric”, made from 100% polyester with the same colour on both sides. That matters because blackout fabrics that look good on one side can sometimes look odd when viewed from inside the room. Here, the same grey colour is stated for both sides, which is a small but useful point for everyday viewing.
Where it shines (and the everyday feel)
The main draw is the blackout behaviour: it’s built to block all light that passes through the fabric and to offer complete privacy. If you often work with screens, want a calmer bedroom at certain times of day, or need privacy in rooms like a kitchen or bathroom, this is exactly the kind of use case a blackout blind targets.
As for UV protection, the fabric is described as protecting from harmful UV rays/UV light. That won’t replace other window treatments in every scenario, but if you’re looking for an everyday, “fit it and forget it” layer, it can make sense.
A small practical note from the product details: the advertised overall width may not equal the fabric width. The fabric width is stated to be about 3.5cm narrower due to the bracket size. It’s not a flaw, but it can catch people out when they’re measuring.
Things to be aware of before buying
No product is perfect, and blackout blinds are often a compromise between light blocking and fit flexibility. Here, the fit depends on the trimmable width approach and on your chosen mounting style.
The blind is said to be mountable in multiple ways: inside recess, outside recess, face mount, and top mount. That gives you options, but it also means it’s worth double-checking your window type and what mounting position you can realistically use. If your window situation is unusual, you may need more careful measuring than you’d expect from “easy fit”.
Also, while the brackets are described as metal coated with plastic, the overall durability will still depend on proper installation and how the chain is used day to day. If you’re the kind of buyer who wants zero-maintenance hardware, keep expectations grounded.
Technical details (key specs)
- Type: Roller blinds (blackout)
- Fabric: 100% polyester
- Fabric construction: 3 pass fabric
- Colour: Grey (same colour on both sides)
- Width/Drop size: 120cm Wide x 165cm Drop
- Note on width: Overall width is advertised, fabric width is approx. 3.5cm narrower due to bracket size
- Mounting options: Inside recess, outside recess, face mount, top mount
Who it suits best
It makes sense if you want a blackout roller blind for a bedroom, home office, bathroom or similar indoor space, and you’re prioritising privacy and reduced glare. The “child safe” clip and chain connector are particularly relevant if you’re fitting where children may be around.
It might not be the best match if you’re expecting a perfectly tailored result without measuring, or if you can’t trim to suit your window opening. Also, if your main goal is decoration first (rather than light control), the practical blackout focus may feel a bit heavy for that purpose.
If you’re comparing alternatives, this sits firmly in the “do-it-yourself light control” category: you choose a size, mount it using the included hardware, and use the trimmable width to get closer. That’s often better value than bespoke solutions, but it relies more on correct measuring.
Is it worth it?
It’s worth considering if blackout performance, privacy, and UV protection are genuinely what you’re after, and if you like the idea of an easy installation kit with a trimmable width for a closer fit. The multiple mounting options are useful too, because they can reduce the risk of “wrong type of blind for my window”.
You may want to skip it if you can’t be bothered with careful measurement (especially the fabric-width vs overall-width difference), or if your mounting position is restrictive and the blind can’t sit where you need. It’s a solid, practical choice, but it stays in the sensible, mid-range lane rather than aiming for a luxury “custom made” finish.
Quick FAQs
Is the fabric blackout on both sides?
The product states the 3 pass fabric has the same colour on both sides, and it’s designed to block all light that passes through the fabric.
Does it offer privacy as well as light blocking?
Yes—complete privacy is stated as part of the blackout function.
Is it really easy to install?
The listing describes installation as easy and says the package includes the necessary roller blind fittings, chain connector and a child safe clip.
Can the blind be adjusted to fit?
It’s described as having a trimmable width for an accurate fit.
What about UV protection?
The blinds are described as protecting from harmful UV rays/UV light through the fabric.