Fashionable cordless cellular shades have become increasingly popular amongst homeowners because of their versatility and energy efficiency properties. One of the best features these shades have is they are cordless and therefore much safer than traditional corded blinds that have cords dangling down which can be a hazard and a risk in the home if you have young children or pets.
A cellular shade is basically made up of an innovative cellular structure comprising small cells that conserve energy by trapping air in each cell which in turn acts as a shield against either the cold of winter or the heat of summer. Because the cell construction resembles a honeycomb appearance, they are often referred to as cellular honeycomb shades. A sleek cordless cellular shade can be custom made for any size window from single, double or triple cells with different pleat sizes ranging between 3/8” and 3/4″.
In cold climatic conditions, homeowners are able to save even more energy by having a cellular shade that has more cells because the number of cells determines the overall insulation efficiency. To meet this demand, it is common for many homes that need more insulation to have shades made with double and triple cells. It is this unique honeycomb shape of cells that helps room temperatures to stay warm by acting as a barrier against the cold, while providing a cool room on a hot day by filtering the sun’s hot rays from entering. This popular style of shade not only provides excellent insulation properties thereby saving money on electricity use, but also an elegant look to the room they have been installed.
Consumers can also choose to have stylish cordless room darkening shades made in an assortment of styles and colors for use in bedrooms and other rooms in the home that require light blockage and privacy. These blackout cellular shades are made from good quality polyester fabrics, many with special foil linings that block 100% of light and UV from the sun’s rays. Cordless blackout cellular shades can also be made in the popular top down bottom up design that gives you the option of having your blinds open from the top or from the bottom.