Lush Decor Insulated Grommet Blackout vs Lush Decor Sheer Grommet Curtain
Both made our Best Blackout Curtains Under $60 shortlist, at #1 and #3. 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 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 Lush Decor Insulated Grommet Blackout Curtain Panel Pair higher: #1 versus #3 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 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 Under $60 | #3 of 4 in Best Blackout Curtains Under $60 |
| Pick label | ||
| Brand | Lush Decor | Lush Decor |
| Key features | 52 x 84 inch pair, 2 panels; Microfiber fabric with built-in insulation, no separate liner needed; 1.65 inch metal grommets | 38 x 84 inch pair; Sheer face fabric with insulated blackout lining sewn in; Grommet top |
| Biggest strength | Sold as a pair, so a single order covers a standard window with overlap | Sewn-in lining means no separate blackout liner to buy or install |
| Main trade-off | Lighter colorways block noticeably less light than the darker options | Lighter colorways in this line block less light than a dedicated solid blackout panel |
| Best for | shift workers | nurseries |
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 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 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
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
Lush Decor Insulated Grommet Blackout Curtain Panel Pair vs Lush Decor Sheer Grommet Curtain with Insulated Blackout Lining: common questions
Which is better, the Lush Decor Insulated Grommet Blackout Curtain Panel Pair or the Lush Decor Sheer Grommet Curtain with Insulated Blackout Lining?
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 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 Lush Decor Insulated Grommet Blackout Curtain Panel Pair higher: #1 versus #3 in our Best Blackout Curtains Under $60 list.
What is the difference between the Lush Decor Insulated Grommet Blackout Curtain Panel Pair and the Lush Decor Sheer Grommet Curtain with Insulated Blackout Lining?
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 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 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 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 Lush Decor Insulated Grommet Blackout Curtain Panel Pair 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 lighter colorways block noticeably less light than the darker options is a deal-breaker for you.
Who should buy the Lush Decor Sheer Grommet Curtain with Insulated Blackout Lining instead of the Lush Decor Insulated Grommet Blackout Curtain Panel Pair?
The Lush Decor Sheer Grommet Curtain with Insulated Blackout Lining suits nurseries, while the Lush Decor Insulated Grommet Blackout Curtain Panel Pair is best for shift workers.