Cellular Shades

Cellular shades, also called honeycomb shades, are soft, fabric window shades built with pockets (the “cells”) that trap air. That built in air layer adds insulation, helping keep rooms warmer in winter and cooler in summer. Cellular window shades are lightweight, sleek, and great for privacy and glare control. Operation options include cordless cellular shades (kid- and pet safe), motorized cellular shades for remote control, and top down bottom up cellular shades that let in daylight from the top while keeping privacy below.

Yes. Honeycomb window shades are among the most insulating window coverings you can buy. By trapping air in the honeycomb, cellular shades reduce heat loss through windows in winter and heat gain in summer. Depending on the fabric, fit, and climate, many homeowners notice improved comfort and potential savings on heating and cooling. Independent sources report cellular shades can reduce heat loss by up to about 40% in winter and heat gain by up to about 60% in summer. For even more thermal performance, consider blackout cellular shades which typically have added light-blocking layers.

• Sheer Cellular Shades: Offer daytime view through and the softest light. Minimal privacy at night when lights are on. Good for spaces where you want light and a view, like kitchens with no close neighbors.
  
• Light Filtering Cellular Shades: Soften sunlight, reduce glare, and offer daytime and nighttime privacy while still letting in a warm glow. A popular choice for living rooms, kitchens, and home offices. Light filtering honeycomb shades are a versatile, all-day solution.
  
• Blackout Cellular Shades: Block incoming light for better sleep, movie nights, or shift work, and they add an extra boost of insulation. Ideal for bedrooms, nurseries, and media rooms.  Note: No inside-mounted shade is 100% blackout because of small light gaps at the sides. For the darkest room, consider an outside mount with extra overlap.

The main reason is that white reflects sunlight and heat much better than darker colors. This helps keep your room cooler by bouncing heat away from the window, which improves the shades’ energy efficiency. For light filtering honeycomb shades, a white backing also helps diffuse sunlight more evenly, creating a softer, more comfortable glow without harsh glare.

Another reason is aesthetics. Many residential and commercial buildings prefer a clean, uniform look from the outside. A white backside ensures that all windows look consistent, no matter what color the shades are on the inside.

• Regular care: Dust with a microfiber cloth or use a vacuum’s brush attachment on low suction. A can of compressed air works well to blow out dust from the cells.
  
• Spot cleaning: Blot gently with a mild detergent and lukewarm water. Don’t soak the fabric.
• Stains/bugs in cells: Use compressed air or a hair dryer on cool/low to move debris toward the edges—avoid high heat.
  
• Avoid: Harsh chemicals, heavy scrubbing, or submerging the shade in water. For motorized shades, keep moisture away from the headrail. Most cellular shade fabrics are colorfast and easy to maintain, so routine care keeps your custom cellular shades looking fresh for years.