Cellular shades provide the excellent benefits of insulation (as cells trap air and insulate temperatures,) ultraviolet light blocking (especially with blackout cellular shades,) energy efficiency through heat reduction, and fantastic noise reduction. In this blog entry, the expert Los Angeles cellular shade installation team here at Los Angeles Shades and Blinds will detail some important questions to ask when considering cellular shade installation.
How many cells should I get in my cellular shades?
Cellular shades come in single or double cell versions. Double cell shades trap more air, and provide additional insulation. If you live in a warm area, single cell shades are probably enough, but if you live in a colder area, we recommend double cell cellular shades.
How wide should pleats or shades be?
Cellular shades come in a wide variety of pleat sizing, from 3/8ths of an inch to 2 inches wide. Smaller pleats look better in windows with shorter frames, and wider pleats are ideal in larger size windows. Double cell construction cellular shades usually come with smaller pleats, and vice versa. The amount of cells to purchase will likely have to depend on what frame you have. Wider pleats are usually lighter by foot, making them a good choice for larger sliding doors or wide windows, as well as skylights or arches.
Where will cellular shades be placed in my home?
Cellular shades absorb moisture – and even odors – due to their unique materias. We do not recommend installing cellular shades in kitchen, bathrooms, or other rooms that experience moisture or condensation like laundry rooms. Cellular shades are ideal for sunny rooms or rooms by loud or busy streets.
Should I purchase additional cellular shade features?
Ask your professional window treatment installation expert or advice on this. You can choose additional features like continuous cord loop lifts, cordless lifts, top down bottom up lifts, and fully motorized window treatment control options.
