Eclipse Darrell Rod Pocket Blackout vs Lush Decor Sheer Grommet Curtain
Both made our Best Blackout Curtains for Small Windows shortlist, at #1 and #3. Here's how they differ and who each one suits.
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Quick verdict
Choose the Eclipse Darrell Rod Pocket Blackout Curtain Panel if you want 37-inch width is proportionally right for a narrow window, unlike bulkier 52-inch panels. Choose the Lush Decor Sheer Grommet Curtain with Insulated Blackout Lining if you'd rather have sewn-in lining means no separate blackout liner to buy or install. Overall we rank the Eclipse Darrell Rod Pocket Blackout Curtain Panel higher: #1 versus #3 in our Best Blackout Curtains for Small Windows list.
Winner overall: Eclipse Darrell Rod Pocket Blackout Curtain Panel
Eclipse Darrell Rod Pocket Blackout Curtain Panel vs Lush Decor Sheer Grommet Curtain with Insulated Blackout Lining compared
Every difference that matters, in one table.
| Attribute | ||
|---|---|---|
| Our ranking | #1 of 4 in Best Blackout Curtains for Small Windows | #3 of 4 in Best Blackout Curtains for Small Windows |
| Pick label | Best overall | |
| Brand | Eclipse | Lush Decor |
| Key features | 37 x 84 inch single panel, rod pocket top; Thermaback blackout backing; Blocks over 99% of light | 38 x 84 inch pair; Sheer face fabric with insulated blackout lining sewn in; Grommet top |
| Biggest strength | 37-inch width is proportionally right for a narrow window, unlike bulkier 52-inch panels | Sewn-in lining means no separate blackout liner to buy or install |
| Main trade-off | Rod pocket top is slower to open and close than a grommet panel | Lighter colorways in this line block less light than a dedicated solid blackout panel |
| Best for | small windows | nurseries |
Which should you buy?
#1 pick · Best overall
Choose the Eclipse Darrell Rod Pocket Blackout Curtain Panel if…
- 37-inch width is proportionally right for a narrow window, unlike bulkier 52-inch panels
- Blocks over 99% of light, matching the wider Eclipse Palisade panel
- Rod pocket top gives a traditional, gathered look that suits a small decorative window
Best for: small windows
Prefer the alternative? See the Lush Decor Sheer Grommet Curtain with Insulated Blackout Lining section.
#3 pick
Choose the Lush Decor Sheer Grommet Curtain with Insulated Blackout Lining if…
- Sewn-in lining means no separate blackout liner to buy or install
- 38-inch width suits a narrower nursery window without excess bulk
- Grommet top glides quietly, useful for not waking a light sleeper while adjusting
Best for: nurseries
Prefer the alternative? See the Eclipse Darrell Rod Pocket Blackout Curtain Panel section.
Pros and cons of each
Eclipse Darrell Rod Pocket Blackout Curtain Panel
Pros
- 37-inch width is proportionally right for a narrow window, unlike bulkier 52-inch panels
- Blocks over 99% of light, matching the wider Eclipse Palisade panel
- Rod pocket top gives a traditional, gathered look that suits a small decorative window
Cons
- Rod pocket top is slower to open and close than a grommet panel
- 84-inch length needs hemming for a shorter small window
Lush Decor Sheer Grommet Curtain with Insulated Blackout Lining
Pros
- Sewn-in lining means no separate blackout liner to buy or install
- 38-inch width suits a narrower nursery window without excess bulk
- Grommet top glides quietly, useful for not waking a light sleeper while adjusting
Cons
- Lighter colorways in this line block less light than a dedicated solid blackout panel
- Smaller ratings base than the more established nursery blackout brands
Eclipse Darrell Rod Pocket Blackout Curtain Panel vs Lush Decor Sheer Grommet Curtain with Insulated Blackout Lining: common questions
Which is better, the Eclipse Darrell Rod Pocket Blackout Curtain Panel or the Lush Decor Sheer Grommet Curtain with Insulated Blackout Lining?
Choose the Eclipse Darrell Rod Pocket Blackout Curtain Panel if you want 37-inch width is proportionally right for a narrow window, unlike bulkier 52-inch panels. Choose the Lush Decor Sheer Grommet Curtain with Insulated Blackout Lining if you'd rather have sewn-in lining means no separate blackout liner to buy or install. Overall we rank the Eclipse Darrell Rod Pocket Blackout Curtain Panel higher: #1 versus #3 in our Best Blackout Curtains for Small Windows list.
What is the difference between the Eclipse Darrell Rod Pocket Blackout Curtain Panel and the Lush Decor Sheer Grommet Curtain with Insulated Blackout Lining?
The Eclipse Darrell Rod Pocket Blackout Curtain Panel stands out because 37-inch width is proportionally right for a narrow window, unlike bulkier 52-inch panels, while the Lush Decor Sheer Grommet Curtain with Insulated Blackout Lining stands out because sewn-in lining means no separate blackout liner to buy or install. The trade-offs differ too: the Eclipse Darrell Rod Pocket Blackout Curtain Panel's main caveat is that rod pocket top is slower to open and close than a grommet panel, and the Lush Decor Sheer Grommet Curtain with Insulated Blackout Lining's is that lighter colorways in this line block less light than a dedicated solid blackout panel.
Is the Eclipse Darrell Rod Pocket Blackout Curtain Panel worth it over the Lush Decor Sheer Grommet Curtain with Insulated Blackout Lining?
For most buyers, yes: it's our #1 pick. Consider the Lush Decor Sheer Grommet Curtain with Insulated Blackout Lining instead if rod pocket top is slower to open and close than a grommet panel is a deal-breaker for you.
Who should buy the Lush Decor Sheer Grommet Curtain with Insulated Blackout Lining instead of the Eclipse Darrell Rod Pocket Blackout Curtain Panel?
The Lush Decor Sheer Grommet Curtain with Insulated Blackout Lining suits nurseries, while the Eclipse Darrell Rod Pocket Blackout Curtain Panel is best for small windows.