Can't Decide on Single vs. Double Cellular Shades?

When you’re shopping for window treatments, you’ve probably been inundated with options. Roller shades, curtains, and drapery, blinds, cellular shades — it’s all so much! When you dive deeper, you find that there are even more options within the one you choose. That’s why today at Budget Blinds of North Glendale, we’re going to break down one of those options: single vs. double cellular shades. 

Let’s get started. 

Firstly, cellular shades are one of the most unique window treatments on the market. They’re not your typical flat design — they have honeycomb-shaped pockets that offer better insulation and sound dampening than other window coverings. At Budget Blinds of North Glendale, you can choose if you want single cellular shades or double. The main difference is that the singular option has one line of honeycomb pockets, while the double has two. 

Beyond the simple and obvious aesthetic difference of single versus double cellular shades, in general, they each have similar benefits, such as greater energy efficieny, better sound dampening, and great light control.

Let’s look deeper into the difference between single and double cellular shades. 

What are Singular Cellular Shades? 

As we mentioned above, single cellular shades are shades with one thick piece of fabric that is divided into the aforementioned cells. They’re arranged in a honeycomb-like design that “pop-out” to provide maximum efficiency. 

To help you picture it when you’re staring at a closed cellular shade, they resemble paper that’s been folded multiple times horizontally. If you look from the side, you’ll see the honeycomb pockets that form the folds. 

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With this design, single cellular shades are able to keep out more light, UV rays, and heat or cold than what’s expected with standard shades. In fact, according to the U.S. Department of Energy, “In heating seasons, tightly installed cellular shades can reduce heat loss through windows by 40% or more, which equates to about 10% heating energy savings. In cooling seasons, cellular shades can reduce unwanted solar heat through windows by up to 60%, reducing the total solar gain to 20% when installed with a tight fit.”

When it comes to energy savings, they can’t be beaten by any other shade. What about how they look, though? Single cellular shades are usually more attractive than their double-sided counterparts. This is primarily due to their size — single-cell shades range in cell and pleat widths from 3/8 inch to 2 inches. They’re actually a lot bigger than their double cellular shade counterparts. 

They’re also best installed in rooms you want more light in, like the kitchen or living room. 

What are Double Cellular Shades?

Like single cellular shades, double cellular shades are also designed to improve energy efficiency while maximizing a room’s visual appeal. 

Double cellular shades also have a cellular shape, but instead of being a single piece of fabric, double cellular shades have two layers of cells. The pleats in a double cellular shade are typically smaller than the pleats in a single cellular shade. 

The pockets in double cell shades are usually less than ½ inch. Because of this, they often look better on smaller windows. 

Double cellular shades serve the same purpose as single cellular shades, but everything their single-pocket counterpart can do double does it better. They block out more light and offer better energy efficiency. 

If you live in an area with extreme weather or a lot of noise pollution, double cellular shades might be a better choice. Their second layer of cells provides more light-blocking capabilities in addition to keeping the temperature of your home regulated by preventing hot and cold air from passing through the windows. 

They work best in rooms where you might want to block as much light and sound as possible and contain more heat. Think of a bedroom or an office. The smaller shade sizes work well in bathrooms too. 

Where Can I Find Cellular Shades?

Cellular window shades are a modern window treatment solution that are offered all over the country. However, if you want premium shades that are produced in America and custom-tailored to fit your windows, then reach out to us at Budget Blinds of North Glendale. 

When you're looking to take your interior design to another level, our sleek and efficient cellular window shades are the solution. We offer a range of opacity levels to allow you to control how much light enters your home. You'll find our cellular shades come in a range of trendy fabrics and colors, designed to match every style of home decor. 

Advantages of our cellular window shades include: 

• Letting in plenty of light without sacrificing privacy

• Customization to match unique windows, including angled windows, skylights, arches, hexagons, and more

• Maximum versatility, making them a popular option for privacy and lighting control

• Four lighting control options: sheer, light-filtering, room darkening, and blackout

• Safety: cordless choice for families with children

• Extra soft cellular fabric to keep the temperature in your home stable

Give us a call today for a free consultation to get cellular shades in your home!