Monday, February 10, 2014

Top Reasons To Choose Honeycomb Cellular Shades

By Marcie Goodman


Home occupants can benefit from honeycomb cellular shades all year long. These window treatments keep homes more comfortable while looking stylish. They may be used by themselves or along with other window treatments in one's home. In addition to shading the room from the summer sun, they insulate windows during the winter. The different light diffusion levels give you many choices for appropriate models.

The insulating ability of these units makes them popular additions in the winter months. However, they can also reduce summer cooling bills as well. The protect rooms from solar heating that takes place in the summer, thus reducing the load on the air conditioning system. They also protect the furnishings inside the home from the harmful UV rays that can cause fading and deterioration.

For the bedroom, light blocking window treatments are popular. The shade helps to prevent the morning sun from disturbing one's slumber. They are also effective against urban light pollution at night by allowing you to control the amount entering the area where you sleep. They are particularly effective for night shift workers who must sleep during the day.

The double fabric layers and trapped air also help to reduce noise from outside the home. Whether barking dogs or the sounds of traffic, such sounds are muffled. This can make the home a place where you are able to relax.

Many home occupants who have pets or small children, cords can be a safety hazard. However, units are available today that operate using small motors and remote controls. They adjust the shade height and angle without depending on dangerous cords that can trap children and pets.

Many reviewers prefer the D-shaped cells for these units. This shape works best in holding the accordion shape that traps air to provide insulation. Spun lace offers a softer, yet heavier material than point bond fabric. It also offers a greater insulating ability in both winter and summer that the less expensive point bond fabric. For the greatest insulation value, choose a double cell unit instead of a single cell one.

There are options as to the amount of light allowed through the unit. Light filtering models allow some light to show through while still providing for privacy and insulating the glass. To prevent more light, one might choose a room darkening shade. Such units are a good choice for areas where light can be distracting. They are popular for home theaters as well as for use in the bedroom or anywhere light can be bothersome.

You will find a shade to match practically any color combination. While the shade can be used alone, it also works well when paired with drapes or other window treatments for a dramatic look. Pleat sizes are available in small to large sizes depending on the look one wants to create in the room.

Honeycomb cellular shades help to reduce the amount of sunlight entering a room and the air conditioning load. In the winter, they help to prevent drafts due to glass windows or doors. They may be a part of a stunning window treatment used throughout the home.




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