Avalon Blue Velvet Room Darkening Curtain Panel 100W x 84L

In this review of the Avalon Blue velvet curtain panel, the bottom line is clear: this single 100 in x 84 in lined panel is best for anyone who wants a luxurious, heavy drape that meaningfully dims a room while adding texture. The reviewer found the fabric soft and thick, the weighted hem helps it hang smoothly, and the room darkening lining blocks roughly 75-80% of light so bedrooms and living rooms become noticeably darker and more private.

Key Features

• Velvet texture: The plush velvet face gives a high-end appearance and a soft hand that improves room warmth and visual depth.
• Room darkening lining: The off-white backing and lining reduce daylight by about 75-80%, useful for afternoon naps or media rooms.
• Multiple hanging options: The header supports pole pocket, back tabs, or hook belt with drapery pins, so it adapts to most hardware and styling preferences.
• Generous dimensions: At 100 in wide by 84 in long per panel, a single panel covers large windows or pairs well when used with a second panel for full coverage.
• Weighted hem: The heavier hem helps the curtain hang straight and resist billowing in light breezes.

Who It's For

The Avalon Blue velvet panel suits renters or homeowners wanting an affordable way to elevate a bedroom or living room with a plush, hotel-like drape that also improves privacy and light control. It is particularly good for people who want a substantial feel and a deep blue tone without replacing rod hardware.

Those seeking complete blackout for shift work sleep or theatrical darkening should look elsewhere, as these are room darkening rather than full blackout. Also, buyers who prefer machine-washable textiles should note these panels are dry clean only.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• High quality velvet appearance and soft texture that reads as premium in a room.
• Effective room darkening lining that blocks most daylight while keeping a soft interior glow.
• Versatile hanging options (pole pocket, back tabs, or hook belt) for different rod styles.
• Weighted hem and substantial weight help the panel hang neatly without wrinkling.

Cons

• Not fully blackout, so it will not block 100% of light for users needing total darkness.
• Dry clean only care may be inconvenient compared with washable curtains.

Specifications

Brand	HPD Half Price Drapes
Material	100% polyester velvet (lined)
Panel count	1 panel
Dimensions	100 in wide x 84 in long
Light control	Room darkening (approx. 75-80% light blocked)
Color	Avalon Blue with off-white backing
Care	Dry clean only

Our Verdict

This Avalon Blue velvet panel is a smart buy for anyone who wants a luxe-looking, heavy curtain that improves privacy and reduces daylight without full blackout. It offers strong value through its fabric quality, lined construction, and flexible hanging options, making it a dependable choice for bedrooms and living rooms where style and light control both matter.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much light does this curtain block?
The lined panel is room darkening and will block about 75-80% of incoming light, with darker shades blocking slightly more.

What hanging methods are supported?
The header works three ways: pole pocket for rods up to 1.5 in, back tabs, or attach to rings using the belt and drapery pins (hooks not included).

How should I clean these curtains?
They are dry clean only; fold lines can be eased with a steamer or iron while avoiding contact with the face fabric.