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Honeycomb Blinds Edmonton
Cellular shades built for Alberta winters
Honeycomb blinds, also called cellular shades, trap a layer of still air between your window and your room, so cold glass stops chilling the space around it. We make every shade to measure in our Edmonton facility and install it ourselves.
Made in Edmonton Custom-built locally
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Product Details
Custom honeycomb (cellular) blinds made in our Edmonton facility. Single or double cell, light filtering to blackout, cordless, top-down/bottom-up or motorized. Measured and installed by our own team.
Specifications
The short answer
What are honeycomb blinds?
Honeycomb blinds are soft fabric shades made from rows of hexagonal cells, like a honeycomb seen from the side. When the shade is down, every cell holds a pocket of still air against the window. Still air is a good insulator, so less of your room's heat reaches the cold glass, and the chill you feel standing near a window in January eases off.
You'll also see them called cellular shades, cellular blinds or honeycomb shades. They're all the same product.
Best for
- Rooms that feel cold near the windows in winter
- Bedrooms and nurseries, with blackout fabric
- Street-facing rooms, with top-down/bottom-up
- Homes with young kids or pets, with cordless lift
- Tall or hard-to-reach windows, with a motor
Not ideal for
- Seeing out while the shade is closed. Zebra blinds or solar shades keep more of the view.
- A flat, minimal look. Roller shades are flatter and simpler.
- A window right beside a shower or over a stove. We'll talk you through moisture-resistant fabric or a roller shade.
How they work
Why a honeycomb shade keeps a room warmer
Each cell holds a pocket of still air between your room and the cold glass, so less heat escapes and the draft you feel near the window in January eases off.
Every honeycomb shade comes in single cell, one layer of air pockets, or double cell, two layers for more insulation. Fit matters as much as fabric: a shade made for your exact window leaves no wide gaps at the sides, which is why we measure and install every one ourselves.
For more ways to keep a cold room warm, from fit to when to close your blinds, read our guide to energy-efficient window coverings.
Natural Resources Canada estimates that windows, doors and skylights can account for up to 35% of a home's heat loss, and notes that blinds help reduce it during the heating season.
Source: Natural Resources Canada, “Keeping the Heat In: Upgrading windows and exterior doors”
Build your honeycomb shade
Single or double cell, which fabric, which lift: tell us about the window and we'll suggest a starting point you can see in person at your consult.
Your starting point
- Cell
- Double cell No direct sun all winter, so it loses the most heat.
- Fabric
- Blackout
- Lift
- Top-down/bottom-up Dark for the 5 a.m. June sunrise, warm against a cold January window. Go cordless in a nursery.
We'll bring this fabric and the alternatives so you can compare them in your own light.
Compared
Honeycomb vs zebra vs roller blinds
Three of the shades Edmonton homeowners ask us about most, side by side.
| Honeycomb | Zebra | Roller | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Insulation | The most of the three. Cells trap a layer of air at the glass | Some. Two layers of fabric | The least. A single layer of fabric |
| Light control | Light filtering, room darkening or blackout. Top-down/bottom-up available | Sheer and solid bands you line up or offset, without raising the shade | Light filtering, solar screen or blackout |
| View when closed | None | Partial, through the sheer bands | Some, with solar screen fabric |
| Look | Soft, pleated and textured | Modern and striped | Flat and minimal |
| Best for | Cold windows, bedrooms, energy savings | Living areas where the light changes through the day | Clean modern rooms and large windows |
Not sure which suits your windows? Compare zebra blinds, roller blinds and blackout blinds, or ask us at your consult.
Why Bold Blinds
Why Edmonton Homeowners Trust Us
Installation Perfection Guaranteed
Our expert installers measure every window with precision and handle the entire installation process. Every blind fits perfectly - aesthetically and functionally - the first time.
Locally Made in Edmonton
We manufacture all our blinds right here in Edmonton. Local production means faster turnaround, quality you can verify, and custom builds that mass-market retailers simply cannot match.
Your Trickiest Window is Our Specialty
From 12-foot feature windows to oddly shaped skylights, we have built blinds for every type of opening. Custom manufacturing and professional installation mean no window is too complex.
Honeycomb blinds in Edmonton homes
From bay windows to bathrooms.
As seen in homes like yours
Bay windows, bedrooms, bathrooms and open-plan kitchens. Ask to see more examples at your consult.
What Our Customers Say
Real reviews from Edmonton homeowners.
“Excellent customer service with Layne! Thank you for your generosity and your assistance on the blinds.”
“Great experience with Bold Blinds! We're happy with our new blinds and very happy with the price! Cannot be beat.”
“We chose Bold Blinds for our new home and couldn't be happier with how everything turned out. Aaron was very responsive and helped answer all our questions as we finalized our choices. The blinds look fantastic and really complement our space. We would definitely recommend Bold Blinds!”
“We had Bold Blinds install both black out and light filtering window coverings in our newly built home, and they look great! Beautifully installed and functional, we are now looking to have a few more windows done and Aaron was our first call.”
“Great options, great service and installation went very smooth and quick… very happy with the price and look of the new blinds.”
“We were happy to get the main floor of our house done with Bold Blinds. They were very friendly to work with and installation was very quick. We are happy with how the blinds look and function too.”
“Amazing service! Bold is a great group to work with! Will definitely use them again!”
“Cam did a great job installing my window coverings. He was very quick and professional.”
“Bold Blinds did an awesome job putting in blinds at our commercial office. I can finally work at my desk without squinting at the window all day :)”
“Great customer service. I needed help diagnosing and resolving an issue with a Somfy motorized blind. Layne spent the time to diagnose it and provide an economical solution for me. Very happy customer!”
“Exceptional service and highly competitive pricing! After researching several options, this team easily outperformed the competition. Aaron, Cam and Tori were incredibly professional and helpful throughout the process. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for quality blinds.”
“Excellent customer service with Layne! Thank you for your generosity and your assistance on the blinds.”
“Great experience with Bold Blinds! We're happy with our new blinds and very happy with the price! Cannot be beat.”
“We chose Bold Blinds for our new home and couldn't be happier with how everything turned out. Aaron was very responsive and helped answer all our questions as we finalized our choices. The blinds look fantastic and really complement our space. We would definitely recommend Bold Blinds!”
“We had Bold Blinds install both black out and light filtering window coverings in our newly built home, and they look great! Beautifully installed and functional, we are now looking to have a few more windows done and Aaron was our first call.”
“Great options, great service and installation went very smooth and quick… very happy with the price and look of the new blinds.”
“We were happy to get the main floor of our house done with Bold Blinds. They were very friendly to work with and installation was very quick. We are happy with how the blinds look and function too.”
“Amazing service! Bold is a great group to work with! Will definitely use them again!”
“Cam did a great job installing my window coverings. He was very quick and professional.”
“Bold Blinds did an awesome job putting in blinds at our commercial office. I can finally work at my desk without squinting at the window all day :)”
“Great customer service. I needed help diagnosing and resolving an issue with a Somfy motorized blind. Layne spent the time to diagnose it and provide an economical solution for me. Very happy customer!”
“Exceptional service and highly competitive pricing! After researching several options, this team easily outperformed the competition. Aaron, Cam and Tori were incredibly professional and helpful throughout the process. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for quality blinds.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about our honeycomb blinds.
Are honeycomb blinds and cellular shades the same thing?
Yes. Honeycomb blinds, honeycomb shades, cellular shades and cellular blinds are all names for the same product: a fabric shade made of hexagonal cells that trap air against the window.
Are honeycomb blinds worth it in Edmonton?
For most Edmonton homes, yes, especially on north-facing windows, large windows and bedrooms. Our heating season runs roughly October to April, and honeycomb shades insulate better than any other blind we make. Natural Resources Canada estimates that windows, doors and skylights can account for up to 35% of a home's heat loss, so covering them well matters. Your own results depend on your windows, the fit and how often the shades are closed.
What's the difference between single-cell and double-cell?
Single-cell shades have one layer of air pockets. Double-cell shades have two, so they hold more air, insulate more and soften outside noise a little more. We usually recommend double cell for north-facing and large windows, and single cell where heat loss matters less or a slimmer stack matters more.
What's the difference between light filtering, room darkening and blackout?
Light filtering softens daylight and gives daytime privacy, and the room stays bright. Room darkening blocks most of the light for a dim room, good for TV rooms and guest rooms. Blackout blocks light through the fabric, for bedrooms and nurseries. We bring samples of all three to your consult so you can see them in your own light.
Can honeycomb blinds be blackout?
Yes. Blackout honeycomb fabric blocks light through the fabric. A little light can still show around the edges of a shade mounted inside the window frame, so for a truly dark room we'll talk through mounting options or recommend our blackout blinds.
How do I get the most from honeycomb blinds in an Edmonton winter?
Close them at dusk: a shade only insulates when it's down, and winter nights are when windows lose the most heat. Open south-facing shades on sunny days so the sun can warm the room. A motor on a sunset schedule does both for you. In summer, with about 17 hours of daylight in June, the same shades slow the heat coming in through south- and west-facing glass.
Why is there frost or condensation on my window behind the shade?
A well-fitted shade keeps warm room air away from the glass, so the glass gets colder. If indoor humidity is high, moisture in the air can condense or freeze on it. Opening the shades for part of the day and keeping humidity in check usually solves it. Mention it at your consult and we'll take it into account.
Can I put honeycomb blinds in a bathroom or kitchen?
In bathrooms, yes. We use moisture-resistant honeycomb fabric made for humid rooms. For a window right beside a shower or over a stove, a wipe-clean roller shade is often easier to live with, and we'll tell you if we think so.
How do top-down/bottom-up shades work?
Top-down/bottom-up honeycomb shades can be adjusted from both the top and the bottom independently. Lower the top for light while keeping the bottom closed for privacy, or raise the bottom for a full view. It gives you complete flexibility over light and privacy in any room.
Can honeycomb blinds be motorized?
Yes. We offer motorized honeycomb shades with Somfy and Ronco motors. They work with Alexa, Google Home and Apple HomeKit, and can open and close on a schedule, for example closing every shade at sunset in winter.
Are honeycomb blinds safe for kids and pets?
Choose cordless lift or a motor and there are no cords to reach. Both are available on our honeycomb shades.
How much do honeycomb blinds cost?
Every shade is custom-made, so the price depends on the window size, cell type, fabric, lift and mounting. Measuring and installation are included, and you'll get a written quote at your free in-home consult.
What warranty do honeycomb blinds come with?
Every honeycomb shade is covered by our lifetime warranty, with 3 years on fabrics. We'll walk you through exactly what's covered for the options you choose.
How do I clean honeycomb blinds?
Dust them with a vacuum brush on low suction, or blow dust out of the cells with a hair dryer on the cool setting. Dab marks gently with a damp cloth and don't soak the fabric.
Do you install honeycomb blinds outside Edmonton?
Yes. We install across Edmonton and nearby communities, including Sherwood Park, St. Albert, Spruce Grove, Fort Saskatchewan and Beaumont.
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