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Customer Reviews for VELUX Manual Room Darkening Charcoal Skylight Blinds for FS S01 Models

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Model #FHCD S01 1047

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Work great and very easy to install.
I was worried about installing these at first. The instructions are very easy to follow and it virtually snaps together in place with just a few screws for support. You don't have to measure anything as the clips have spacers to align them and they just screw in. The remote is pre-programed so after install you just start using it. Highly recommend them.
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    Hope it last a long time as they are installed 20 ft up in the ceiling. Easy to install following...
    Hope it last a long time as they are installed 20 ft up in the ceiling. Easy to install following the directions and operate well after installing.
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    WORTH EVERY PENNY!
    These blinds are worth every penny! Extremely easy to install, fit like a glove and reduce both light and heat tremendously. Would absolutely recommend them.
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      Originally, I requested help from manufacturer of our skylight (Velux). Velux provided no assist...
      Originally, I requested help from manufacturer of our skylight (Velux). Velux provided no assistance and didn't even list this product on their website. They told me my installation was custom and they didn't offer a product to provide light filtering. I found product on Home Depot website and decided to order. Installed with some filler trim and liked result. After installation I sent an email to Velux explaining how this product helped solve a need that I had for a custom Velux skylight. I recommended they add to database for future reference and customer support needs. Thank you Home Depot for offering this "Velux" product with sufficient detail to help homeowners willing to work around non-standard product sizes.
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      Easy to install, darkens the room beautifully. I'm very happy with the purchase. Kids finally sle...
      Easy to install, darkens the room beautifully. I'm very happy with the purchase. Kids finally sleep past 5.30 am!!!
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      Response from VELUXCustomerServiceTeamMar 30, 2018
      Thank you for choosing VELUX skylights and shades for your home! I am happy this product is working well for you and your children and hope that you continue to enjoy it for many years to come!
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      These solar powered blinds are great! We purchased three blinds for our velux skylights, one ligh...
      These solar powered blinds are great! We purchased three blinds for our velux skylights, one light blocking for our bedroom and two light filtering. They were very easy to install with clear instructions and even came with a little screwdriver for the supplied torx head screws. They have been in a couple weeks and are functioning fine using the supplied remote controls. Each blind has its own remote that only operates that blind. The remote manual says you could program one remote to operate all blinds but one for each is just the way we want it. The light blocking blind keeps our bedroom dark with no noticeable light seepage. The light filtering allows light through without glare. These blinds are great and I would definitely recommend them.
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      Disappointing manufacturing accuracy
      The blind was specifically designed for the skylight model I have but I had to have a Velux pro come to install it (for $125) and he had a difficult time. Then it didn't fit right. It was too long for the skylight (seemed to have one slat too many) and left light gaps at the edges. When trying to shorten the blind he discovered (too late) that it's no longer possible to do that, due to the design so he had to order a new blind. That was 3 weeks ago because he hasn't been back to my area. So I have aluminum foil taped over the skylight to keep out the summer heat. The new blind is due to be installed in another week but he's only HOPING that it will have been manufactured to the exact size needed. I had previously installed (by myself) Velux pleated shades on 2 skylights in my last house, which went up easily and I loved them but they are no longer offered. I'm told the venetian blinds will soon be discontinued, also. I can see why, if their manufacturing tolerances are as lax as on this one. I don't hold out much hope for the replacement to fit correctly, either.
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      Rating provided by a verified purchaser
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      Easy to install, nice upgrade to our old blinds....
      Easy to install, nice upgrade to our old blinds.
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      Because these shades are specifically made for the model of...
      Because these shades are specifically made for the model of skylight you are installing them in, they fit perfectly. The instructions are cryptic and nearly useless. A couple Utube videos were very helpful. It took 2 hours to figure out and install the first one, 20 minutes for the second
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      No option to tilt the blind open or close. Didn’t...
      No option to tilt the blind open or close. Didn’t expect it like that when bought. Very disappointed with purchase
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      Response from VELUXCustomerServiceTeamJan 12, 2021
      We are sorry to hear you your new blinds did not meet your expectations. VELUX Manual Room Darkening Blinds are built with a solid pane of double pleated fabric to ensure optimal light blockage.

      Alternatively, we do offer a Manual Venetian blind which features adjustable aluminum slats for additional light control. You can view the White Manual Venetian blind on HomeDepot.com at the following link: https://www.homedepot.com/p/202038787
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      We had replaced an old skylight style window with a...
      We had replaced an old skylight style window with a Velux window and needed a shade to block out the light since the window is installed in a bedroom. We looked online for options and many were overpriced and getting accurate measurements seemed complicated. We wanted easy installation as well. We found these blinds that were designed for our model window here at Home Depot. We couldn't be happier. The price was reasonable, no measuring because they are made for our window, installation was so easy and they really are room darkening. These blinds were a great purchase for us and we would recommend them to others.
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      These blinds require an additional bracket for the model of window I have and this bracket must b...
      These blinds require an additional bracket for the model of window I have and this bracket must be installed from the outside on my skylight.
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      Response from VELUXCustomerServiceTeamDec 29, 2020
      Thank you for your review.

      VELUX skylight model FCM does require an FCM Accessory Tray (sold separately) for the addition of blinds. The accessory tray is required on the FCM because it is currently the only residential VELUX skylight that does not automatically include an interior frame – the interior frame on the FCM is the interior of your site-built curb & would be finished on site.

      The accessory tray drops down into your site-built curb and serves as the required mounting frame + bracket system needed to secure the shade. You can view & purchase the FCM Accessory Tray on homedepot.com at the following link: https://www.homedepot.com/b/N-5yc1vZc5eaZ1z1b0md
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      Very easy installation...
      Very easy installation
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      We had three skylights that faced south. In the summer, the incoming solar radiation was excessiv...
      We had three skylights that faced south. In the summer, the incoming solar radiation was excessive so i ordered these solar operated blinds. They are expensive but: very easy to install - fantastic directions, work great!
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      These are great. We are so happy we went with...
      These are great. We are so happy we went with the Velux. They are made specifically for velux skylights, so they fit perfectly. Someone offered to install for $75 per blind, but we decided to do it ourselves. They were easy to install; definitely the right decision.
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      These are great. We are so happy we went with...
      These are great. We are so happy we went with the Velux. They are made specifically for velux skylights, so they fit perfectly. Someone offered to install for $75 per blind, but we decided to do it ourselves. They were easy to install, definitely the right decision.
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      Sent Home Depot the measurements they requested and the blinds...
      Sent Home Depot the measurements they requested and the blinds did not fit. They sent blinds that were too large.
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      Response from VELUXCustomerServiceTeamOct 26, 2020
      Please call VELUX directly @ 1-800-888-3589 and we will be happy to help you find the proper shade system for your VELUX Skylights.
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      Easy installation! Did all 3 skylights in 30 mins. Work...
      Easy installation! Did all 3 skylights in 30 mins. Work flawlessly
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      Did not fit . Frame 1/4 inch to big for...
      Did not fit . Frame 1/4 inch to big for total width of opening.
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      Response from VELUXCustomerServiceTeamOct 12, 2020
      Hi Greg. VELUX Shades and Blinds are proprietary to VELUX Skylights and is also dependent on the skylight model. We would like to help you determine what is best for your particular application and encourage that you reach out to our Technical Support team @ 1-800-888-0361. We can help you troubleshoot this issue and back to enjoying your new skylight and shade.
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      A little less diffusion than we would have liked. ...
      A little less diffusion than we would have liked. Shines a definite beam that makes glare on our TV. Otherwise, easy to install. Looks nice, works like a dream.
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      Quiet and smooth function...
      Quiet and smooth function
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      Excellent quality and very easy to install. Very satisfied with...
      Excellent quality and very easy to install. Very satisfied with this purchase.
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      Easy install works great!!...
      Easy install works great!!
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      Excellent product. Instructions easy to follow. Fits our skylight perfectly....
      Excellent product. Instructions easy to follow. Fits our skylight perfectly. Reduces heat in room but not light. Very pleased.
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      Returned did not fit, reordered and waiting on delivery...
      Returned did not fit, reordered and waiting on delivery
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      The blinds themselves are very good. However the size didn’t...
      The blinds themselves are very good. However the size didn’t fit my skylights and I had to cut and install trim work in order to use them. My windows are Velux FCM 2246 but they are nearly 20 years old. I called to confirm I ordered the correct size. Later found out they used to make an adaptor kit but that is no longer available. Good product but be careful you get the right size.
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      Product was easy to install with minimum tools and it fit perfectly and operated as advertised. S...
      Product was easy to install with minimum tools and it fit perfectly and operated as advertised. Solar power is wonderful and makes our skylight the perfect package.
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      So simple to install! And they look great....
      So simple to install! And they look great.
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