Key takeaways
- Cellular shades trap air in pockets that slow heat transfer.
- Energy guidance commonly lists them among the better insulating coverings.
- Double-cell and edge-sealed designs insulate more.
- Savings depend on your windows and habits.
How they work
The pleated honeycomb shape forms small pockets of air between the glass and the room. Air is a poor conductor of heat, so those pockets slow the movement of heat in winter and out in summer.
What to expect
Energy guidance from public agencies and utilities commonly describes cellular shades as one of the better-insulating window coverings. Exact savings vary with window type, climate, orientation and how you use the shades, so we avoid promising a specific percentage.
Double-cell fabric, tight side tracks and a good fit usually help more.
Getting the most from them
Close them on hot afternoons on sun-facing windows and on cold nights. A motorized schedule makes that automatic. Combined with drapery, the effect can be even better, and you gain privacy and a calm look at the same time.
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Quick answers
Are cellular shades worth it for older windows?
They can be, because older windows often leak more heat than newer ones. The shades help, though they do not replace new windows.
Do they work in summer too?
Yes. Closing them over sunny windows reduces the heat that enters the room.
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