100% Blackout Beige Cellular Shades 55in x 78in - Top Down Bottom Up

In this review of the 100% Blackout Beige cellular shades (55in x 78in) the bottom line is simple: these BERISSA shades are for anyone who needs complete light control plus flexible privacy without tools or drilling. The reviewer found the dual-mode top down bottom up design especially useful for rooms that need daylight without exposure, and the cordless, no-drill installation makes them ideal for renters or homeowners who want a solid blackout solution fast. Overall, the shades combine strong light blocking with thermal benefits and a clean, neutral look.

Key Features

• Dual-mode top down bottom up: Allows sunlight to enter from the top while keeping the lower area private, or fully lowers from the bottom for total blackout.
• 100% blackout fabric: Fully blocks visible light for sleeping or media rooms, reducing glare and creating a true dark environment.
• No drill installation: Lateral tension brackets anchor without drilling so installation is fast, renter-safe and leaves no residue when removed.
• Honeycomb cellular structure: Traps air to provide insulation, helping reduce heating and cooling costs and improving room comfort.
• Cordless design: Smooth, child-safe operation with a clean look and simple pull-down motion for everyday use.
• Lab-certified energy savings: Designed to cut heating costs by creating insulating pockets and to reduce solar heat gain in summer.

Who It's For

This shade is best for bedrooms, media rooms, or nurseries where full light blocking and privacy are priorities, and for people who prefer a clean cordless look. Renters and homeowners who do not want to drill into frames will appreciate the tension bracket system that installs in minutes and can be removed without damage.

Those who need very precise motorized positioning, patterned fabrics, or exterior-rated shades should look elsewhere; this product is a manually operated, interior cellular shade focused on blackout, insulation and simple cordless convenience.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Excellent light blocking with true 100% blackout fabric for sleeping or media use.
• Quick, tool-free installation using lateral tension brackets makes it rental-safe and low-effort.
• Honeycomb cells add measurable insulation benefits that can lower heating and cooling costs.
• Dual top down bottom up operation gives flexible light control while preserving privacy.

Cons

• Manual cordless operation may feel less precise than motorized shades for some users.
• Only available in solid blackout fabric for this variation, so patterned or sheer options are not included.

Specifications

Brand	BERISSA
Size	55in W x 78in H
Color / Finish	Beige, 100% Blackout
Operation	Cordless top down bottom up
Installation	No drill lateral tension brackets (renter-safe)
Cell Type	Honeycomb cellular blackout
Benefits	Light blocking, insulation, noise reduction

Our Verdict

For anyone seeking reliable blackout performance combined with easy, damage-free installation, these BERISSA beige cellular shades are a strong value. They deliver true light blocking, thermal benefits from the honeycomb design and flexible privacy control with the top down bottom up feature, making them a practical choice for bedrooms and rental properties where quick, cordless setup matters.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will these shades leave marks when removed?
They use lateral tension brackets designed to be renter-safe and removable without leaving residue or needing drilled holes.

Do they actually block all light?
The fabric is specified as 100% blackout and customers report effective light blocking for sleeping and media rooms.

Are tools required to install?
No tools are required for the standard no-drill install; a small wrench is included for final tightening of the bracket nuts.