The Hidden Value of Cellular Shades
We all love a good multitasking product. Why should our window treatments be any different? Choosing a window treatment that does double duty just makes sense. At Viking Blinds, we get excited about window treatments that do more than just look good. We specialize in finding the best custom window treatments for our clients. Today, we’re sharing a few reasons why cellular shades should be at the top of your list if you’re on the market for new window fashions.
If you’re looking for a window covering that will accomplish multiple tasks at once and save you some money down the road, our favorite ones are innovative Hunter Douglas honeycomb cellular shades.
Honeycomb Cellular Shades from Hunter Douglas
Cellular shades are full of hidden value that you may not realize if you only look surface deep. Duette® Cellular Shades from Hunter Douglas are made with a unique interior construction designed to trap air, creating a buffer between your home’s interior and the outside environment, resulting in improved insulation for your windows. Since your windows can be responsible for up to 30% of your home’s lost energy, according to the U.S. Department of Energy, switching to cellular shades can help you save big on your energy bill over time.
Light Filtration
Take control of your home’s natural lighting with the double-layered fashion of cellular shades. Choose lighter fabrics to create a soft, diffuse glow that gently illuminates and fills a space without overpowering it, or pick heavier fabrics or add on a black-out liner for a room darkening effect.
Energy Efficiency
Cellular shades are one of the most energy efficient window treatments you can invest in. Not only do they block excessive sun and UV rays, but they also keep your home from overheating during the day. In the winter, this improved insulation translates to a warmer home with less expensive heated air leaking out—something we know is necessary here in Minnesota.
When paired with adaptive technology, like PowerView® Automation, cellular shades become even more energy efficient. PowerView® Automation from Hunter Douglas is an award-winning smart window covering system that integrates smoothly into your home. PowerView® Automation can be operated at the touch of a button or scheduled to sync with your local sunrise and sunset times for adaptive schedules. Automation makes it easy to keep your home shaded during the sunniest times of day even when you’re away at the office or running errands around town.
Versatility
Duette® Cellular Shades come in a wide variety of colors, patterns, textures, and opacities. It’s easy to create a customized style for each room in your home, each with its own unique appeal and atmosphere. Duette® Cellular Shades feature luxurious fabrics from the exclusive Alustra® Collection—trendy designs curated to bring the high-end feel of runway style to your home’s windows. This substantial collection gives you the freedom to play with different styles, from monochrome to bold colors to muted, minimalistic tones. For rooms that need extra insulation, try Duette® Achitella® Cellular shades, with offer an additional later of protection with a honeycomb-within-a-honeycomb cellular design. No matter your needs or tastes, there is something for everyone within Duette®!
Contact Us
Looking to improve your home’s insulation? Discover which window treatments are up to the challenge when you work with Viking Blinds. Contact us to schedule your free in-home consultation today, or visit us at one of our four interactive showrooms located in St. Louis Park, Maple Grove, Burnsville, and Woodbury, MN. We are locally owned and operated, proud to service the greater Twin Cities area.
