What Are Cellular Shades?
Cellular shades are a type of fabric window treatment that offers many benefits over traditional window shades. They are available in a wide range of colors and fabrics to suit nearly any style of room. Does this Spark an idea?
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Construction
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Cellular shades consist of two or more sheets of woven or non-woven fabric sewn together at regular intervals, then pleated to create a honeycomb effect. The fabric is nearly always stiffened or starched to maintain the pleats. The pleats may be horizontal (across the window) or vertical (top to bottom).
Benefits of Cellular Shades
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Because the honeycomb construction of cellular shades traps air, they offer superior insulation and sound reduction properties. Room darkening cellular shades often have an inner layer of Mylar to completely block light.
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Sizes
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Cellular shades are available in all standard window sizes and may be custom cut for non-standard windows. The size of the pleat determines the depth of the shade. Standard depths are 3/8 inch to 1 1/2 inch.
Function
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Cellular shades fulfill all the functions of standard window treatments. They protect privacy, reduce light, muffle noise and provide insulation over windows.
Types
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Cellular shades are available in single-, double- and triple-honeycomb construction. Other options include top down/bottom up opening, corded, continuous cord or cordless controls and remote controls to open and close the shades.
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