Simplebrand Ava Stone Blue Short Blackout Curtains (2-Panel Set) – Thermal Insulated Bedroom Drapes, 45 Inches Long
Product description
If your bedroom feels too bright at night or your living room turns into a heat trap, blackout curtains are often the fastest fix. The Simplebrand Ava Stone Blue short blackout curtains are built for that job: solid light blocking, privacy, and a thermal-insulated fabric designed to help smooth out temperature swings.
That said, they’re still curtains—so the fit and how you hang them matters. If you’re expecting a perfectly custom look for a very specific window size, you may need to plan your installation a bit.
The essentials
This set includes 2 blackout curtain panels for bedroom use. The included dimensions are listed as each panel being 30"W x 24"L, with the pair covering 60"W x 42"L. The color is a stone blue with an identical look on both sides, so it’s designed to look consistent whether you’re facing the window or looking back into the room.
In plain terms: these are polyester blackout drapes with a triple-weave construction. The intent is to reduce incoming light and help create a more comfortable, private space—especially in rooms where you want calmer lighting.
What matters for day-to-day performance
The biggest promise here is light blocking. The brand states blackout performance ranging from 98% down to 85% depending on shade and that even white curtains can still reduce light by about 60%. Darker colors are positioned as the strongest at up to 98%, while medium shades are listed around 85%.
For a quick “real life” example: imagine you’re trying to sleep on a weekend morning with sunlight hitting the window. With blackout fabric that’s designed to block most light, you should notice the room feels darker sooner, without having to rely on additional layers.
There’s also an energy-saving angle. The triple-weave light-blocking fabric is described as balancing room temperature by blocking heat in summer and cold in winter. It’s also meant to help protect furniture, floors, and artwork from sun damage.
One limitation to keep in mind: blackout results can depend on your window direction, gaps around the curtain, and how fully the fabric covers the opening. If you hang them too narrow or too short, you can still get light leaking in at the edges.
Hanging options and how to get the length you want
This set includes two hanging styles: a rod pocket and a clip-style option. The rod pocket is described as 3 inches, intended to fit standard or decorative curtain rods.
The product also mentions that you don’t need to worry if your blackout curtain is a few inches shorter than your window. On top of that, it notes easy adjustment using rings and hooks for a 3–4" height adjustment.
So, if your goal is a cleaner look without a complicated setup, this is a practical feature. Still, if you’re very particular about how the curtains hit the sill or you need an exact floor-to-puddle drape style, the “short” format means you’ll want to measure and plan carefully.
Energy efficiency and fabric feel (without the marketing fluff)
This fabric is polyester fiber and is described as both stiff and drapey—meaning it should hang with some structure rather than collapsing like very thin sheers. The three-layer weave includes a middle layer with black yarn intended to block light, while the two sides use identical colors for a more uniform appearance.
Where it fits best: bedrooms first for privacy and sleep, and also living rooms when you want more control over glare and ambiance. It’s also positioned for a wider set of spaces like patios, yards, villas, and parlors, but your results will depend on installation and exposure.
Care and maintenance
If you don’t want a curtain that needs special handling, this one is designed to be manageable. It’s machine washable, and the care guidance includes non-chlorine bleach only when needed, tumble dry low, and warm iron as needed.
Because it’s machine washable, it’s the kind of option that fits real households—spills, dust, and seasonal refreshes included.
Tech specs
- Included panels: 2 blackout curtain panels
- Panel size: 30"W x 24"L
- Pair coverage: 60"W x 42"L
- Hanging options: rod pocket & clip style
- Rod pocket size: 3-inch rod pocket
- Fabric type: polyester fiber, triple-weave (3-layer construction)
- Light blocking claim: 98% to 85% of light and UV (darker shades up to 98%, medium shades around 85%, white can reduce light by ~60%)
- Length listed for the set: 45 inches (short blackout curtain format)
Should you buy it?
A solid buy if you want blackout curtains for a bedroom or living room and you care about privacy plus a noticeable reduction in incoming light. The triple-weave design, the stated light-blocking range, and the thermal-insulation claim make it a sensible pick for people who want curtains that do more than look decorative.
You may want to skip it if you need a highly precise custom fit or a very specific drape length. Because it’s described as a short blackout curtain, you’ll want to confirm measurements and plan for edge coverage so you don’t end up with light leaking where you don’t want it.
It also makes sense if you prefer an easier care routine (machine washable) and you like having two hanging methods for your existing rod setup.
Mini FAQ
Can I use these with standard curtain rods?
The rod pocket is described as 3 inches to fit standard or decorative curtain rods, so it’s meant to work with typical setups.
Do both sides look the same?
Yes—this set is described as having identical colors on both sides for a more consistent appearance.
Are they really blackout curtains or just light filtering?
They’re positioned as blackout curtains, with a stated light-blocking range and a middle layer designed to block light.
What if the curtains are shorter than my window?
The guidance says you don’t need to worry if they’re a few inches shorter, and it mentions a 3–4" height adjustment using rings and hooks.
How do I wash them?
They’re machine washable. Use non-chlorine bleach if needed, tumble dry low, and warm iron as required.
Final verdict
Worth considering if you want blackout performance, privacy, and temperature-supporting fabric in a simple, short-length drape format. Just be realistic about coverage: measure first, plan your hanging method, and aim for good side and top overlap if you want that truly darker room effect.