Shades are a timeless and popular option in the category of window solutions for a good reason. Not only are they extremely effective, but there are many different styles of shades which make them a versatile and attractive possibility among the myriad possibilities. Let’s explore the benefits of cellular shades and roller shades to see which would be right for your home, decor, and budget.

Cellular shades are a perennial favorite. Created with a unique design that is configured into a honeycomb pattern of cells, cellular shades are equipped to insulate your home. The cells contain air and in trapping it, they can keep your home cool during the summer months as well as retain heat and reduce freezing drafts in the winter.

Plus, they do an amazing job of blocking out the harmful UV rays of the sun, protecting your furnishings, artwork, photos, and flooring from fading or cracking from exposure to sunlight. You’ll have the opportunity to choose the opacity level of your cellular blinds so you are in complete control of the amount of light that enters the room. By picking the dual top-down/ bottom-up style, you’ll have the best of both worlds, with lots of options for privacy and lighting control.

The aesthetic benefits of cellular shades are plentiful! Elevate your design instincts with their sleek vibe as well as the bountiful range of fashion-forward textures and stylish colors. It is always exciting to browse the possibilities in cellular shades to find a match for your decor. They can be customized to fit unique windows like skylights, arches, hexagons, and angled windows. For homes with pets and young children, cellular blinds are cordless and a very safe option. Try adding motorization for windows that are difficult to reach or located behind furniture. They also look spectacular when layered with drapery panels or vertical blinds.

Perhaps roller shades might be the right window solution for you. These beauties are also well suited to combining with other window treatments as they are more streamlined than cellular shades. Their shape is set by fabric that is rolled around a tube at the top of the window. Roller shades are ideal for smaller windows as they can be more challenging to operate on large windows.

Cellular shades excel in protecting your valuables from the damaging UV rays of the sun but if you’re interested in shades with insulating possibilities, this isn’t a strength of roller shades. However, they are less expensive, which can bring them to the top of your list if you have multiple windows or are operating within a fixed budget.

Roller shades are perfect to give you a fabulous view of the outside. They can be customized in an array of incredible fabrics and textures, with lots of options in light-filtering or room-darkening opacity choices. Peruse classic or contemporary fabric options including designer-inspired colors and organic patterns.

The wonderful thing is, there’s no need to make this choice alone. Budget Blinds of Greenwich is here to guide you through the process! Simply call 203-580-3362 to schedule your free consultation and we’ll bring the showroom to your home.

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