We admit it: Window treatment terminology can be a bit confusing. The Vignettes Home design experts field questions about these words and phrases daily — one of the most frequently asked is about clarifying the description of cellular shades.
Our showrooms feature the best window covering brand: Hunter Douglas. This is the company that first introduced these shades to the market, and since then, the selections and functionality have continued to reach new heights.
But are cellular shades, exactly? They have a honeycomb design: a structure of hexagonal, horizontal cells that trap air within their pockets. That creates an insulating barrier between your window and living space. The construction resembles a honeycomb pattern, which gives these window coverings a second name: honeycomb shades.
The Benefits of Hunter Douglas Cellular Shades
Cellular shades offer homeowners a range of advantages that combine functionality with aesthetic appeal.
- Energy Efficiency: The cellular construction creates air pockets that act as insulators, reducing heat transfer through windows. The insulating properties keep heat out during warm months and retain warmth during cold seasons.
- Light Control Options: These shades come in sheer to room-darkening opacity levels, allowing you to customize the amount of natural light entering your space. The light-filtering fabrics prevent glare and protect privacy, while opaque ones offer greater light blockage in bedrooms and media rooms.
- Color and Style Variety: Available in an extensive palette of colors, textures, and patterns, cellular shades complement virtually any interior design scheme.
- Noise Reduction: The air pockets within the cellular structure also absorb sound, thereby reducing outside noise. That added benefit is invaluable for homes near busy streets and folks who are light sleepers.
- Easy Maintenance: Learning how to clean cellular shades is easy; keep reading for the details.
How to Clean Cellular Shades
Regular maintenance keeps cellular shades looking fresh and operating smoothly. Dust them every few weeks using a feather duster or vacuum with a brush attachment on low suction. For spot cleaning, use a damp cloth with mild soap and gently blot any stained areas. The don’ts of how to clean cellular shades include rubbing the fabrics, immersing them in water, or using harsh cleaning products.
Hunter Douglas Cellular Shades Set the Standard
Duette® Cellular Shades offer extensive customization options, starting with the industry’s most comprehensive selection of colors, textures, opacities, and cellular pleat sizes. Available in over 150 fabric/color combinations, Duette® Cellular Shades come in horizontal or vertical orientations and these sizes:
- Pleat Sizes: 3/8″, 3/4″ or 1 1/4″
- Widths: Horiz. 4″ – 174″ | Vert. 12″ – 336″
- Heights: Horiz. 6″ – 144″ | Vert. 24″ – 120″
Additionally, we customize Duette® Cellular Shades for specialty shapes like skylights, glass doors, and French doors. You can also enhance them with features like Duette® Architella®, The Alustra® Collection of Duette®, and the EasyView® Arch feature. Duette® Cellular Shades are compatible with various operating systems and closures, including PowerView® Automation.
We’ll Help You Select Cellular Shades in Galena, IL, and Dubuque, IA
Vignettes Home features the complete line of Hunter Douglas window treatments, and the brand’s Duette® Cellular Shades are one of our most popular designs. Our talented team knows everything homeowners need to know about this style; there’s no reason to shop for them elsewhere. Contact us for service in Galena, IL; and Dubuque, Cedar Rapids, Davenport, and Platteville, Iowa.