These Costco Curtains Are 'Amazing' For Making A Room Pitch Black

There are many benefits of blackout curtains, from getting a good night's sleep to controlling the temperature in certain rooms. Not only can they potentially lower your monthly utility bill by helping keep your home cool during the summer, but they're also ideal for privacy, reducing noise, and, because of how much they protect against the sun, they can also prevent fading and sun damage to your furniture. Plus, making your room pitch black can be a non-negotiable if you work nights or graveyard shifts, or if you simply experience issues with sleep. The problem, however, is that true blackout curtains, rather than "room-darkening" options that don't fully block out light, can be hard to find. And even then, there's the issue of light leakage, which happens with certain curtain designs that create a gap where light can still pass through. If you're on the hunt for a product that speaks to these issues, you may want to consider the Sun Zero blackout curtains from Costco, which some reviewers are raving about.

According to Costco's website, Sun Zero Broderick theater-grade blackout curtains, which retail for $54.99, have a customer rating of 4.4-stars out of 850 reviews, and claim to block 100% of outside light. It also boasts thermal insulation and reduces noise. With its built-in metal grommet, these double-panel blackout curtains come in a variety of colors, including brown, white, green, cream, dark blue, and gray. Many reviewers note the heavy fabric that delivers on their promise for a pitch-black room, while some note the diverse color options available and the affordable price.

As mentioned, many reviews rave about how amazing the Sun Zero blackout curtains are for blocking out sunlight. One 5-star review in particular explains that their home gets a ton of natural light during the day, as well as from their neighbor's yard and throughout their neighborhood. "Now that we installed these curtains in the bedroom the room is pitch black! I couldn't believe it. We still open them during the day to let in that wonderful natural light but now we don't have to compromise our sleep for it. My only regret is not buying them earlier," the review explains. Another review echoes this, explaining they're great for controlling temperature and are a great value for the price.

But not every review agrees. Per one 3-star review, the color wasn't true to the product description, which suggests that the shade you choose can affect the functionality of the curtains. The reviewer notes, "as you can see light through in direct sun, but they blocked enough for my purposes. I washed them and hung them to dry and they still have creases, so looks like I'll need to iron them." One 2-star review reports that the quality of the curtains is sloppy, with loose threading and uneven seams that make it look cheap.

If the Broderick model isn't something you're drawn to aesthetically, you don't have to favor function over form with this product, as the brand offers other styles ranging from $39.99 to $54.99, which come in even more shades, patterns, and textures to choose from, including textured fleece, silk, and velvet, which can complement many popular interior decorating styles.