Hunter Douglas invented the honeycomb shade in the 1970s; since then, these versatile window treatments have become one of the best-selling window treatments on the market. And there’s a good reason for that. When temperatures drop in the autumn or rise in the spring, homeowners look for ways to keep their heating or A/C inside the house and save money on costs. Cellular shades do this with style, flexibility, and countless customization options.
Our A Shade Above design team customizes cellular shades for homeowners throughout the year, and clients ask about them often. Read on as we discuss the many benefits of cellular shades and why they are a great choice for now—and all year round.
What Are Cellular Shades?
Cellular shades, named for their unique design, feature pleated fabrics that layer to form a series of honeycomb-shaped cells. When lowered, these cells trap air and create a layer of insulation between the window and the room. Raising them lets in the sun and allows for unobstructed views outside.
That insulation can regulate indoor temperatures by minimizing heat loss in the fall and winter and reducing heat gain during the spring and summer. At A Shade Above, we can customize cellular shades in different cell sizes, fabrics, and colors to your exact specifications.
Cellular Shades by Hunter Douglas
This respected brand manufactures several styles of cellular shades, including:
Duette® Cellular Shades
This is the original Hunter Douglas honeycomb shade. Your window can leak in outside air; indoor heated and cooled air also flows out through your windows and doors and can cause up to 30% of energy loss in a home. Duette® Cellular Shades address that with superior insulation plus adjustable light control.
You can order these custom shades in horizontal and vertical applications with the Vertiglide™ system. They fit odd-shaped openings like bay windows and glass patio doors, and we also customize them for skylights. The impressive selection of fabric colors and opacities makes it easy to find tones and textures that complement your decor.
As a bonus, Duette® Cellular Shades also minimize outdoor noise. The thicker the fabric, the better the noise reduction—that’s why we recommend them for nurseries, home offices, and bedrooms, where quietness is essential.
Hunter Douglas has a few options for your Duette® Cellular Shades:
- Duette® Architella® Cellular Shades: A honeycomb-within-a-honeycomb design that maximizes energy savings
- Alustra® Duette® Architella® Cellular Shades: Made with luxurious, distinctive fabrics in a layered, insulating design.
Sonnette® Roller Shades
Although the word “cellular” isn’t in this style name, this is a unique shade for a window that benefit from a hybrid control. Sonnette® Roller Shades combine traditional roller shades‘ simplicity with cellular shade’s insulating properties, making them ideal for a window treatment upgrade.
Sonnette® Roller Shades have softly curved fabric panels that creates a layer of insulation at the window. The rounded shape forms small air pockets that enhance energy efficiency, helping to maintain a consistent indoor temperature. These window treatments also absorb sound.
Upgrade Hunter Douglas cellular shades with PowerView® Automation, a motorized window treatment system. It lets you open, close, adjust, and program your shades. Window coverings are elevated to the highest level with this system. Plus, they are easy to care for!
Your Home: Featuring Fabulous Hunter Douglas Cellular Shades
Now is the best time to dress up your windows with cellular shades—they’ll be in place for the holidays and will make a stunning design statement.
Interested in seasonal savings on your next set of custom window treatments? Check our promotions page for the latest deals.
Contact us for a consultation or visit one of our showroom locations in Charlotte & Cornelius, NC, and North Myrtle Beach, SC. We look forward to working with you!
A Shade Above – Charlotte Headquarters
& Temporary Showroom
1253 Matthews Mint Hill Road
Matthews, NC 28105
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