Lush Decor Insulated Grommet Blackout vs Exclusive Home Curtains Gates Sateen
Both made our Best Blackout Curtains Under $60 shortlist, at #1 and #2. Here's how they differ and who each one suits.
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Quick verdict
Choose the Lush Decor Insulated Grommet Blackout Curtain Panel Pair if you want sold as a pair, so a single order covers a standard window with overlap. Choose the Exclusive Home Curtains Gates Sateen Blackout Curtain Panel Pair if you'd rather have thermax lining adds a genuine layer of thermal insulation against radiant heat. Overall we rank the Lush Decor Insulated Grommet Blackout Curtain Panel Pair higher: #1 versus #2 in our Best Blackout Curtains Under $60 list.
Winner overall: Lush Decor Insulated Grommet Blackout Curtain Panel Pair
Lush Decor Insulated Grommet Blackout Curtain Panel Pair vs Exclusive Home Curtains Gates Sateen Blackout Curtain Panel Pair compared
Every difference that matters, in one table.
| Attribute | ||
|---|---|---|
| Our ranking | #1 of 4 in Best Blackout Curtains Under $60 | #2 of 4 in Best Blackout Curtains Under $60 |
| Pick label | ||
| Brand | Lush Decor | Exclusive Home Curtains |
| Key features | 52 x 84 inch pair, 2 panels; Microfiber fabric with built-in insulation, no separate liner needed; 1.65 inch metal grommets | 52 x 63 inch pair, 2 panels; Sateen twill weave with Light Block and Thermax lining; Blocks light and blocks harmful UV rays |
| Biggest strength | Sold as a pair, so a single order covers a standard window with overlap | Thermax lining adds a genuine layer of thermal insulation against radiant heat |
| Main trade-off | Lighter colorways block noticeably less light than the darker options | 63-inch length is short for floor-length coverage on standard ceiling heights |
| Best for | shift workers | bright bedrooms |
Which should you buy?
#1 pick
Choose the Lush Decor Insulated Grommet Blackout Curtain Panel Pair if…
- Sold as a pair, so a single order covers a standard window with overlap
- Microfiber fabric feels softer than stiffer single-layer blackout panels
- Darker colorways block close to full light for daytime sleep
Best for: shift workers
Prefer the alternative? See the Exclusive Home Curtains Gates Sateen Blackout Curtain Panel Pair section.
#2 pick
Choose the Exclusive Home Curtains Gates Sateen Blackout Curtain Panel Pair if…
- Thermax lining adds a genuine layer of thermal insulation against radiant heat
- Sateen finish looks more polished than a matte utilitarian panel
- UV-blocking claim is a specific, testable feature rather than marketing language
Best for: bright bedrooms
Prefer the alternative? See the Lush Decor Insulated Grommet Blackout Curtain Panel Pair section.
Pros and cons of each
Lush Decor Insulated Grommet Blackout Curtain Panel Pair
Pros
- Sold as a pair, so a single order covers a standard window with overlap
- Microfiber fabric feels softer than stiffer single-layer blackout panels
- Darker colorways block close to full light for daytime sleep
Cons
- Lighter colorways block noticeably less light than the darker options
- Some buyers report a factory odor on first unboxing that airs out after a wash
Exclusive Home Curtains Gates Sateen Blackout Curtain Panel Pair
Pros
- Thermax lining adds a genuine layer of thermal insulation against radiant heat
- Sateen finish looks more polished than a matte utilitarian panel
- UV-blocking claim is a specific, testable feature rather than marketing language
Cons
- 63-inch length is short for floor-length coverage on standard ceiling heights
- Blocks slightly less light than a laminated Thermaback panel in direct comparison
Lush Decor Insulated Grommet Blackout Curtain Panel Pair vs Exclusive Home Curtains Gates Sateen Blackout Curtain Panel Pair: common questions
Which is better, the Lush Decor Insulated Grommet Blackout Curtain Panel Pair or the Exclusive Home Curtains Gates Sateen Blackout Curtain Panel Pair?
Choose the Lush Decor Insulated Grommet Blackout Curtain Panel Pair if you want sold as a pair, so a single order covers a standard window with overlap. Choose the Exclusive Home Curtains Gates Sateen Blackout Curtain Panel Pair if you'd rather have thermax lining adds a genuine layer of thermal insulation against radiant heat. Overall we rank the Lush Decor Insulated Grommet Blackout Curtain Panel Pair higher: #1 versus #2 in our Best Blackout Curtains Under $60 list.
What is the difference between the Lush Decor Insulated Grommet Blackout Curtain Panel Pair and the Exclusive Home Curtains Gates Sateen Blackout Curtain Panel Pair?
The Lush Decor Insulated Grommet Blackout Curtain Panel Pair stands out because sold as a pair, so a single order covers a standard window with overlap, while the Exclusive Home Curtains Gates Sateen Blackout Curtain Panel Pair stands out because thermax lining adds a genuine layer of thermal insulation against radiant heat. The trade-offs differ too: the Lush Decor Insulated Grommet Blackout Curtain Panel Pair's main caveat is that lighter colorways block noticeably less light than the darker options, and the Exclusive Home Curtains Gates Sateen Blackout Curtain Panel Pair's is that 63-inch length is short for floor-length coverage on standard ceiling heights.
Is the Lush Decor Insulated Grommet Blackout Curtain Panel Pair worth it over the Exclusive Home Curtains Gates Sateen Blackout Curtain Panel Pair?
For most buyers, yes: it's our #1 pick. Consider the Exclusive Home Curtains Gates Sateen Blackout Curtain Panel Pair instead if lighter colorways block noticeably less light than the darker options is a deal-breaker for you.
Who should buy the Exclusive Home Curtains Gates Sateen Blackout Curtain Panel Pair instead of the Lush Decor Insulated Grommet Blackout Curtain Panel Pair?
The Exclusive Home Curtains Gates Sateen Blackout Curtain Panel Pair suits bright bedrooms, while the Lush Decor Insulated Grommet Blackout Curtain Panel Pair is best for shift workers.