Can I cut it to fit a narrower window?

Yes. Trim the shade to width with a sharp utility knife before mounting. Cut evenly and test-fit before peeling the adhesive.

Does it really darken the room?

It blocks most daylight, but it is room darkening, not blackout. Expect some light at the edges and through the vinyl.

Can I raise and lower it?

No. It is a fixed pleated shade with a 75-inch drop and no cord or lift mechanism.

Will the adhesive damage my window frame?

The strips are made for peel-and-stick mounting and usually lift off, but they can pull paint from poorly bonded or freshly painted frames. Clean and dry the surface first.

Can it be used in a bathroom?

It is not water resistant, so keep it out of steamy, wet areas. Dust or wipe it with a damp cloth elsewhere.

One pleated vinyl shade and two adjustable clips for mounting.

What do buyers say about the Achim 1-2-3 Vinyl Room Darkening Pleated Window Shade?

Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 307 ratings.

Where can I buy the Achim 1-2-3 Vinyl Room Darkening Pleated Window Shade?

12 stores we checked sell it, including Lowe's, Home Depot, Brylane Home, JCPenney, Kohl's.

Achim 1-2-3 Vinyl Room Darkening Pleated Window Shade

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Achim 1-2-3 Vinyl Room Darkening Pleated Window Shade

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Last seen at $11.90 at Lowe's on Nov 9.
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Our take on the Achim 1-2-3 Vinyl Room Darkening Pleated Window Shade

The Achim 1-2-3 is a cordless, room-darkening pleated shade made of textured vinyl that sticks to the window frame with adhesive strips. It is a no-drill, no-tools option: you trim it to width, peel and press, and it is up in minutes. It blocks most light and adds a little insulation, but it is a light-duty shade with a fixed 75-inch drop and no raise-and-lower cord. Buyers who want a quick, low-cost fix for a rental or a single window rate it highly; those wanting a retractable, washable or fully blackout shade should look at corded pleated or roller shades instead.

Best forRenters who cannot drill into framesQuick room-darkening for bedrooms and nurseriesSingle windows on a tight budgetTrim-to-fit odd-sized windows

Pros

Peel-and-stick install, no drilling or tools
Cordless design is safe around kids and pets
Room-darkening vinyl blocks most daylight
Trims to width with a utility knife
Wipes clean with a damp cloth

Cons

Fixed 75-inch drop; cannot be raised or lowered
Adhesive can loosen over time or in heat
Vinyl is not water resistant or machine washable
Not full blackout; light leaks at the edges

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Achim 1-2-3 Vinyl Room Darkening Pleated Window Shade price history

Lowest price we've seen: $6.61 on Nov 9 at Lee Distributors. Tracked across 12 stores since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

4.9 / 5307 ratings

Owners rate it highly for how fast it goes up and how much light it cuts for the effort. Most praise is about the stick-on install and the room-darkening effect; complaints center on the adhesive losing grip and the shade being fixed in place.

What people mention

InstallationPraisedBuyers say it goes up in minutes with the peel-and-stick strips and no drilling.
AdhesiveCriticisedSome owners report the strips losing grip, especially in warm rooms or on painted frames.
Light blockingPraisedMost say it darkens the room well for a vinyl shade, though edges still leak light.
AdjustabilityCriticisedThe shade is fixed at 75 inches and cannot be raised or lowered.
MaterialMixedThe textured vinyl wipes clean but is thin and not water resistant.

Specifications

Color: Black, White
Type: Shades
Shade Type: Pleated Shades
Height: 75 inches
Length: 75 inches
Width: 36 in
Included Components: 2 Adjustable clips
Light Allowance

Questions and answers

Can I cut it to fit a narrower window?: Yes. Trim the shade to width with a sharp utility knife before mounting. Cut evenly and test-fit before peeling the adhesive.
Does it really darken the room?: It blocks most daylight, but it is room darkening, not blackout. Expect some light at the edges and through the vinyl.
Can I raise and lower it?: No. It is a fixed pleated shade with a 75-inch drop and no cord or lift mechanism.
Will the adhesive damage my window frame?: The strips are made for peel-and-stick mounting and usually lift off, but they can pull paint from poorly bonded or freshly painted frames. Clean and dry the surface first.
Can it be used in a bathroom?: It is not water resistant, so keep it out of steamy, wet areas. Dust or wipe it with a damp cloth elsewhere.
What is in the box?: One pleated vinyl shade and two adjustable clips for mounting.
Where is the Achim 1-2-3 Vinyl Room Darkening Pleated Window Shade cheapest?: At Lowe's, for $11.90, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Achim 1-2-3 Vinyl Room Darkening Pleated Window Shade?: Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 307 ratings.
Where can I buy the Achim 1-2-3 Vinyl Room Darkening Pleated Window Shade?: 12 stores we checked sell it, including Lowe's, Home Depot, Brylane Home, JCPenney, Kohl's.