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Blackout Screen For Light Deprivation Greenhouse

To support healthy plant growth, modern farmers use greenhouse shade netting to regulate temperature and sunlight, making sure the growing conditions are just right.
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VIDEO OF GREENHOUSE BLACKOUT SCREEN

INTRODUCTION OF GREENHOUSE BLACKOUT SCREEN

Let's be real — growing plants in a greenhouse isn't as simple as tossing seeds in the dirt and letting them grow. Light, temperature, and humidity all need to be just right. And that's where greenhouse blackout screens come into play. Whether you're growing tomatoes or tulips, these screens could be the game-changer your greenhouse didn't know it needed.

A greenhouse blackout screen is essentially a specially designed curtain or fabric system installed inside or outside a greenhouse. Its main job? Block light — 100% if possible.

Think of it like blackout curtains in your bedroom, but way more high-tech and durable. These screens help regulate light exposure, creating an ideal environment for plants that need precise lighting schedules.

"Blackout" doesn't mean dim — it means complete darkness. Some plants are super sensitive to light and need total darkness to trigger their growth cycle. If light sneaks in at the wrong time, it could mess with flowering, fruiting, or even overall plant health.

Working Principle of Blackout Screens:

- Light Exclusion and Control

The basic science? Light manipulation. Blackout screens create a controlled light environment that mimics natural cycles or, in some cases, completely overrides them. By cutting out natural sunlight during specific hours, growers can simulate shorter days or longer nights, depending on the crop.

Mechanics Behind the Screens

Most blackout systems are either retractable or fixed. Retractable systems use rails, wires, or motorized systems to draw and retract the fabric. These can be controlled manually or set on timers and sensors — hello, automation! This makes it super easy to maintain consistency in your light regime.


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Blackout Shade Netting

plastic film greenhouse

Blackout Shade Netting

plastic film greenhouse

Blackout Shade Netting


FEATURES OF GREENHOUSE BLACKOUT SCREEN

Key Features of Greenhouse Blackout Screen:

  • High Light Blockage Capability

At the core of any blackout screen's purpose is its ability to eliminate external light. Premium greenhouse blackout screens are engineered to block out 99.9% to 100% of natural and artificial light. This level of blockage is essential for crops that are sensitive to photoperiods. When even minimal light leaks occur, it can disrupt the growth cycles of plants that rely on precise light-dark ratios to flower or fruit — especially critical for crops like cannabis, chrysanthemums, and poinsettias.

  • UV Resistance

Long-term exposure to the sun can degrade ordinary materials — not blackout screens. These are crafted using UV-stabilized polymers or aluminum-laminated films that maintain their performance over time. UV resistance ensures that your screen doesn’t become brittle or discolored, preserving both aesthetics and functionality for years, even in harsh climates.

  • Thermal Insulation

Temperature swings in a greenhouse can be brutal, especially in regions with harsh summers or frosty winters. Blackout screens act as thermal buffers, preventing rapid heat loss during cold nights and deflecting excess heat during blazing days. By creating a microclimate within the greenhouse, these screens help in energy conservation and stress reduction on plants, boosting plant immunity and productivity.

  • Durability and Material Quality

Built for the rigors of agricultural environments, modern blackout screens are crafted from high-tensile polyethylene, woven aluminum layers, or multi-layer laminated films. They resist tearing, abrasion, and moisture infiltration. Some are even hydrophobic, allowing condensation to roll off rather than soak in — a small feature with big benefits in preventing mold and mildew growth.

  • Fire Retardancy

In commercial greenhouse operations, safety is paramount. Many blackout screens are treated with fire-retardant coatings to minimize risk in the event of a fire. This is not only a safety feature but often a requirement for regulatory compliance, particularly in controlled-environment agriculture (CEA) facilities.

  • Anti-Condensation Properties

Humidity is a double-edged sword. Too little, and plants dry out. Too much, and you're inviting mold. Some blackout screens are engineered with anti-condensation layers that encourage water to bead and run off instead of collecting on the surface. This helps in maintaining ideal humidity while also ensuring light transmission remains efficient when screens are retracted.


PARAMETER OF GREENHOUSE BLACKOUT SCREEN


AAS99C AA+BB+BB Greenhouse Shade Netting 
AAS99C AB+BB

Greenhouse Shade Netting

AAS99C WB+BB

Greenhouse Shade Netting

AAS99C AB+BW

Greenhouse Shade Netting


Model Material Structure System  Width Application Flame-retardant
DIL99 A/B+B/B /

Full blackout aluminum strips,

Full blackout strips

Sliding,Hanging 430cm
Inside in greenhouse NO
DIL99 W/B+B/B

34/66%Polyester/Polyolefin,

42/58%Polyester/Polyolefin

Full white-blackout strips,

Full blackout strips

Sliding,Hanging
DIL99 A/B+B/W

/

Full blackout aluminum strips,

Full white-blackout strips

Sliding,Hanging
DIL99 W/B+B/W

34/66%Polyester/Polyolefin,

34/66%Polyester/Polyolefin

Full white-blackout strips Sliding,Hanging
DIL99  W/W 100%Polyester Full plastic Rolling
DIL100 W/W 100%Polyolefin Laminated Rolling
Model Mechanical properties Physical property

Weight 

(g/㎡)

Width of strip

 (mm)

Light transimission in sunlight (%) Light transmission when overcast(%)

Shading level

(%)

Energy saving 

(%)

DIL99 A/B+B/B / 4.0 0.1 0.1 99.9 75
DIL99 W/B+B/B / 4.0 0.1 0.1 99.9 70
DIL99 A/B+B/W / 4.0 0.1 0.1 99.9 75
DIL99 W/B+B/W 220±10 4.0 0.1 0.1 99.9 70
DIL99  W/W 110±5 4.0 1 1 99 50
DIL100 W/W 260±10 / 0 0 100 70

CASES FOR GREENHOUSE BLACKOUT SCREEN


Greenhouse case 1

Breaking New Ground with Vertical Farming
Zhejiang, Jiashan

This isn't your traditional greenhouse. It's China's first fully enclosed, intelligent three-dimensional seedling greenhouse factory—a mouthful, but in simpler terms, it's a completely controlled vertical farm that maximizes space and efficiency. With just 720 square meters of planting area, this revolutionary system can cultivate a staggering 13.14 million seedlings per year. That's enough to support 6,000 acres of traditional agricultural fruit and vegetable planting—all from a single, compact space.


plastic film greenhouse case 1

Strawberry Heaven with Advanced Tech
Zhejiang, Tonglu

This plastic film greenhouse is a highly efficient and economical solution for strawberry cultivation. Featuring a suspended trough system, it elevates plants, minimizing disease risks while enhancing airflow and sunlight exposure. To sustain ideal growing conditions, an advanced wet curtain and fan system regulates temperature and humidity through evaporative cooling. Additionally, its ventilated roof improves air circulation, preventing excessive heat and moisture buildup. This innovative design boosts strawberry yield and quality while lowering management costs, making it ideal for modern farming.

Greenhouse case 2

Venlo Glass Greenhouse
Jiangsu, Taizhou

This multi-span glass greenhouse, built on a Venlo structural framework, offers an optimized growing space. It includes planting troughs ideal for strawberries and dedicated seedbeds for seedlings and flowers. To enhance plant development, a precision-engineered shading net moderates light exposure, while a wet curtain fan system regulates airflow and humidity. This carefully balanced environment fosters healthy crop growth, ensuring optimal conditions for cultivation. The combination of advanced climate control and strategic design makes this greenhouse highly efficient for diverse agricultural needs.


ADVANTAGES OF GREENHOUSE BLACKOUT SCREEN

Greenhouse blackout screen offers numerous benefits for greenhouse farming, making it a must-have for growers. Below are some key advantages:

1. Photoperiod Control for Crops

Plants follow nature's rhythm — sunrise and sunset — unless you teach them otherwise. With blackout screens, growers can create artificial nights, regardless of what's happening outside. This level of control is crucial for inducing flowering, managing growth stages, or delaying flowering for off-season production. It allows you to grow crops your way, on your schedule.

2. Energy Savings

By reducing reliance on artificial lighting and heating/cooling systems, blackout screens offer noticeable savings on utility bills. During winter, they act like a cozy blanket, retaining heat. In summer, reflective blackout screens keep greenhouses cooler, minimizing air conditioning needs. Over the course of a year, this translates into thousands of dollars in energy savings — especially for large operations.

3. Improved Crop Quality and Yields

Blackout screens contribute to a more consistent, healthier growing environment. This stability means fewer plant stressors, resulting in thicker stems, larger flowers, more uniform fruit, and increased yield per square meter. Whether you're focused on quality or quantity (or both), blackout screens play a key role in maximizing your greenhouse's potential.

4. Environmental Benefits

By slashing your need for synthetic growth regulators, heating, and lighting, blackout screens help reduce your carbon footprint. This supports a more sustainable, eco-friendly farming approach, aligning your business with green initiatives and even improving your brand image.

5. Reduced Use of Growth Regulators

Crops like poinsettias are often treated with chemical growth regulators to control size and blooming. With blackout screens allowing natural light cycle management, the dependency on these chemicals is significantly reduced — leading to cleaner, healthier crops that are more marketable in organic or wellness-focused markets.

6. Pest and Disease Management

When environmental conditions fluctuate, pests and pathogens thrive. By maintaining stable light, temperature, and humidity levels, blackout screens indirectly help reduce outbreaks of powdery mildew, botrytis, aphids, and whiteflies. This means fewer sprays and lower pesticide residues.

7. Increased Automation Efficiency

Modern greenhouses operate like smart homes. Blackout systems can be synced with climate sensors, light meters, and automation software, allowing screens to deploy automatically based on real-time conditions. This reduces labor costs, ensures consistency, and lets you manage multiple growing zones remotely or with minimal staff.


If you're serious about maximizing crop performance in your greenhouse, blackout screens aren't optional — they're essential. They help you take control over light and temperature like a boss, making your greenhouse a smart house for plants. Whether you're growing flowers, food, or pharmaceuticals, adding a blackout system could be the best decision you make this year.

GREENHOUSE BLACKOUT SCREEN DOWNLOAD


Blackout Screen For Light Deprivation Greenhouse.pdf


APPLICATION FOR GREENHOUSE BLACKOUT SCREEN


Vegetable Greenhouse

Vegetable Greenhouse

Fruit Greenhouse

Fruit Greenhouse

Flower Greenhouse

Flower Greenhouse

Seedling Greenhouse

Seedling Greenhouse

Aquaponics Greenhouse

Aquaculture Greenhouse

Laboratory Greenhouse(1)(1)

Laboratory Greenhouse

Commercial Greenhouse (1)

Commercial Greenhouse

Restaurant Greenhouse

Restaurant Greenhouse

PATENTS FOR GREENHOUSE BLACKOUT SCREEN

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FAQS FOR GREENHOUSE BLACKOUT SCREEN

1. What crops benefit most from blackout screens?

Short-day plants like cannabis, poinsettias, chrysanthemums, and some types of lettuce or strawberries thrive with blackout screen usage, as their flowering or fruiting is triggered by specific day/night lengths.

2. Are blackout screens weather-resistant?

Absolutely. External blackout screens are built to withstand wind, rain, UV exposure, and fluctuating temperatures, thanks to durable, UV-stabilized and waterproof materials.

3. Can blackout screens reduce heating costs?

Yes. In cold climates, blackout screens serve as an additional insulation barrier, helping retain heat overnight and significantly cutting down on heating costs during off-seasons.

4. Do blackout screens affect humidity levels?

Yes — positively! They help stabilize humidity by reducing sharp temperature changes that often lead to condensation, which is the main culprit behind mold and mildew.

5. Are there smart blackout systems available?

Definitely. Today's systems can be controlled via mobile apps, remote sensors, or greenhouse climate computers. You can automate shading, ventilation, and lighting with ease.

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