ALP Lockdown Shades
The most effective blackout shade for schools
ALP Lockdown Shades
The most effective blackout shade for schools
Choose the right classroom blackout shade
The MOST important consideration is how well the window covering blocks classroom views from intruders during a lockdown. It MUST completely black out the classroom to be thoroughly effective and to ensure the safety and security of students and teachers.
The Final Report of the Federal Commission on School Safety clearly states:
"Many school doors have windows that allow someone outside the door to observe the inside of the classroom. These windows should be protected or reinforced and have a removable covering that can be quickly applied that obscures visual observation from both sides."
Don't wait until it's too late
When an active shooter can see into your classroom, the students become targets. A blackout shade between the shooter and your students can save lives.
Why Use a Shade?
Completely blocks views from hallway
Functional, efficient and effective
Installs easily
Very affordable
Stays securely on windows
Fire retardant
Why Use a Shade?
Completely blocks views from hallway
Functional, efficient and effective
Installs easily
Very affordable
Stays securely on windows
Fire retardant
Why Choose ALP Lockdown Shades?
Factory-direct pricing
Significantly lower prices making shades affordable for school budgets
Shades attach to the top AND the bottom of the window
Absolutely no curling at the bottom
Blackout shades designed to cover the entire window
Allowing no shadows or peek-through
Patented Quick-Release Velcro strap
And easy to roll up when not in use
Flame retardant fabric
NFPA 701 fire test compliant
Experience & Reliability
Over 75,000 lockdown shades manufactured since 2013
Easy Installation
With no tools or hardware required
Made in the USA
At our own factory in North Bergen,
New Jersey
ALP lockdown shades are the best choice for lockdown situations.
What about my other options?
Blinds are window coverings with slats or vanes that either let in light or block light. Not all blinds are FR rated, and many do not provide complete blockage. Blinds are time-consuming to close, and in the event of a lockdown, an intruder may be able to see inside the classroom.
Shutters can be an effective option but are also the most expensive choice. Although durable and excellent at blocking views, installation requires tools and hardware to attach the shutters permanently to the doors. Often they cannot be used on sidelights or larger windows.
A word about paper as an option: NO. Time is critical in a lockdown. Cutting and taping paper is not only time-consuming, but dangerous and ineffective. Even pre-cut paper panels are not safe or effective blackout solutions. Many fire marshalls strongly discourage the use of paper window coverings because they violate fire codes and create an additional risk.