Cellular Shades That Cut Energy Bills
Honeycomb pleats trap a layer of still air at the glass — warmer rooms in winter, cooler in summer, and a noticeably quieter street.
Cellular Shades That Cut Energy Bills, in detail
The honeycomb structure is the whole point: each cell holds a pocket of still air against the window, and still air is one of the best insulators you can put in a room without building work.
Double and triple cells add layers of that insulation. Top-down bottom-up operation lets daylight in from the top of the window while keeping the lower half private — a detail that turns a bedroom shade into an everyday favourite.
- Single, double and triple cells — up to 43% less heat loss
- Cordless as standard, certified child-safe
- Top-down bottom-up for daylight plus privacy
- Sound absorption that softens traffic noise
- Skylight and specialty shapes made to template
- Cells
- Single / double / triple
- Fabrics
- Light-filtering, room-darkening
- Max size
- 2400 × 3000 mm
- Best for
- Bedrooms, studies, skylights
Styles and configurations
Single Cell
Slim stack, light diffusion, budget friendly.
Double Cell
The insulation workhorse for bedrooms.
Triple Cell
Maximum thermal performance for cold climates.
Skylight
Side rails hold the shade at any angle.
Technical details
| Construction | |
| Cell sizes | 25 mm single / double / triple |
| Pleat material | Spun-bond polyester, recycled options |
| Headrail | Aluminium with cordless spring |
| Side rails | Aluminium for skylights and blackout |
| Operation | |
| Standard | Cordless lift |
| Optional | Top-down bottom-up, day-night double shade |
| Motor | Battery motor compatible |
| Cycle tested | 12,000 raise/lower cycles |
| Dimensions | |
| Min width | 300 mm |
| Max width | 2400 mm |
| Max drop | 3000 mm |
| Shapes | Arch, angle, skylight, door cut-out |
| Supply | |
| MOQ | 15 units |
| Lead time | 12–16 days |
| Packing | Pleats protected with card sleeve |
| Warranty | 7 years on pleats and cords |
Measuring made simple
Cellular shades are most often fitted inside the recess so the insulating air pocket sits against the glass.
Width
Narrowest point of the recess minus 5 mm.
Drop
Recess top to sill plus 15 mm so the bottom rail rests on the sill.
Depth
35 mm minimum for a single cell, 50 mm for triple.
Cellular vs roller for insulation
| Feature | Cellular | Roller |
|---|---|---|
| Heat loss reduction | Up to 43% | Up to 15% |
| Stack when raised | Compact | Roll visible |
| Noise absorption | Good | Limited |
| Cost | Higher | Lower |
Looking after your cellular shade
Maintenance
- Dust with a vacuum brush on low suction, pleat by pleat.
- Spot clean with a damp sponge and mild soap; do not saturate.
- Keep cords and springs dry — never immerse the headrail.
- Exercise the shade monthly to keep the pleats even.
Warranty and spares
- 7 years on pleats, cords and mechanism
- Cordless mechanism certified child-safe
- Fabric and cell options can be matched for later windows
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Roller Shades
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View details →Roman Shades
Fabric that falls into even, soft folds when raised — the warmth of a curtain with the tidy fit.
View details →Motorized Window Coverings
Whisper-quiet motors on blinds, shades and curtains — remote, app or voice, with schedules and.
View details →Common questions
How much energy do cellular shades really save?
Independent testing shows double-cell shades reduce window heat loss by roughly a third compared with bare glazing — the exact figure depends on your window and climate.
Are they safe for children?
Cordless is our standard. There are no dangling cords anywhere on the shade, and the mechanism is certified to EN 13120.
Can they fit a skylight?
Yes, with aluminium side rails that hold the shade in place at any angle. Send a template and we cut to shape.
What is top-down bottom-up?
The shade opens from the top as well as the bottom, so you can let daylight in above eye level while the lower half stays private.
Do the pleats flatten over time?
Spun-bond polyester pleats are heat-set. With monthly use they stay crisp for years; we also supply a pleat comb for touch-ups.
Can cellular shades be motorised?
Yes — a slim battery motor fits inside the headrail and works with our remote and app.
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