For blinds with side tracks, first decide whether you need a complete shade or a way to block light leaking around an existing one. The Bliwans and BERISSA PVC strips are side-gap add-ons; BERISSA’s listed brush and trim-to-fit design may suit buyers looking for extra gap coverage. The BlindsAvenue cordless cellular shade is a different option for replacing a window covering, while the other strip sets offer alternate formats. Check each product’s dimensions and installation details against your window before buying.
| Product | Best suited for | Listed detail |
|---|---|---|
| Bliwans PVC strips | Adding side blockers to existing shades | Two 58-inch strips |
| BlindsAvenue cellular shade | Replacing a shade | Cordless, 26 by 72 inches |
| Window Light Blocker strips | Buyers seeking black L-shaped strips | Two-piece set |
| BERISSA PVC strips | Trimming strips to fit and covering gaps | Brush, adhesive design, 58 inches |
| Roller Shades Light Blocker Strips | Buyers wanting multiple short pieces | Ten pieces, 15.75 inches |
Bliwans PVC Light Blocking Strips
These white, L-shaped PVC strips are designed to sit along the sides of curtains or blinds and reduce light entering through side gaps. The listed set includes two 58-inch pieces. The product description names cellular, honeycomb, roller, and Roman shades among the types it can work with.
Best for: Buyers who already have a shade and want side-gap blockers rather than a replacement blind. It was selected because its stated purpose directly matches the search for blinds with side tracks, and its listed shade examples help shoppers assess relevance.
Limitation: The listed information does not specify an installation method or trimming instructions. Confirm the strip length and fit requirements before choosing it.
BlindsAvenue Cordless Cellular Shade
The listed shade is a cordless cellular style in warm cocoa, measuring 26 inches wide by 72 inches high. It is a shade replacement, not a separate side-track accessory, so compare the window measurement and mounting requirements with the product listing before ordering.
Best for: Buyers shopping for a cordless cellular shade in a specific size and color rather than strips to add to existing blinds. It was included as a replacement-covering alternative to the side-blocker products.
Limitation: The supplied product details do not explain whether side tracks are included or describe its light-blocking performance. Do not assume it will seal side gaps without confirming those details.
Black L-Shaped Window Light Blockers
This two-piece product is described as black L-shaped light-blocking strips for the sides of blackout shades and blinds. The listing specifically positions the set as a side-track-style blocker for bedrooms.
Best for: Shoppers who want a black, two-piece strip set for an existing blind or shade. It was selected because its stated shape and purpose closely match side-track light blocking.
Limitation: The supplied product information does not give strip dimensions, material, or installation instructions. Verify those details in the listing and compare them with the window gap before purchase.
BERISSA PVC Side Tracks With Brush
BERISSA’s white PVC strips measure 58 inches by 1.77 inches by 1 inch, with two pieces included. The listed design has an integrated light-blocking brush and a self-adhesive backing. The product description says the strips can be marked and trimmed to fit different shade sizes.
Best for: Buyers who need adjustable side blockers and want the listed brush feature to address scattered light around the gap. It was selected for its specific sizing and fit instructions.
Limitation: Cutting is part of the stated fit process. Measure carefully and follow the listing’s directions; the product description mentions a utility knife, scissors, or hacksaw depending on the step.
Roller Shade Light Blocker Strips
This set is named for roller shades and includes ten white pieces measuring 15.75 inches each. Its multi-piece format differs from the longer two-strip options and may be worth considering when shorter sections suit the installation.
Best for: Buyers who prefer a ten-piece set of short blockers for roller shades. It was selected as a format alternative to full-length side strips.
Limitation: The supplied details do not state the material, mounting method, or whether pieces can be trimmed. Check the listing for fit and installation information before selecting it.
Buying Guide: How to Choose Blinds With Side Tracks
Do you need a new blind or a light-blocking add-on?
Side strips are intended to address light gaps around an existing window covering. A cordless cellular shade is a replacement product, and its listed name alone does not confirm that side tracks are included. If the blind itself is suitable but light escapes at the edges, compare blocker strips first. If you are replacing the covering, confirm the shade’s size and whether side-gap control is part of the package.
How should you compare strip sizes?
Measure the height and width of the gap on both sides, then compare those measurements with the listed strip length and profile. The Bliwans and BERISSA sets list 58-inch strips, while the roller shade option lists ten 15.75-inch pieces. BERISSA specifically states that its strips can be trimmed; do not assume other products have the same feature.
Which features matter for installation?
Look for clear instructions about adhesive, trimming, and placement. BERISSA lists a self-adhesive design and fit-by-trimming directions. Other supplied product details do not specify how they attach. Also consider color and visibility: the available strip listings include white and black options, which may matter beside a light or dark window frame.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do side tracks make blinds completely blackout?
Side blockers are designed to reduce light entering through edge gaps, but the supplied product descriptions do not establish that every installation will eliminate all light. Fit and the rest of the window covering matter.
Can light-blocking strips be used with cellular shades?
The Bliwans description lists cellular and honeycomb shades as compatible examples. Check the individual product listing and measure your shade before buying.
Are side-track strips a replacement for blinds?
No. The listed strips are add-ons for reducing side light gaps. The BlindsAvenue product is a cellular shade intended as a window covering.
Should I choose long strips or shorter pieces?
Choose based on the measured window and the product’s fit instructions. Long strips may suit a continuous side gap; shorter pieces offer a different format, but the supplied details do not explain how the ten-piece set is installed.
What should I check before ordering?
Confirm the strip dimensions, color, number of pieces, mounting method, and whether cutting is permitted. For a replacement shade, verify the listed width and height against your window and review installation details.