Honeycomb Shades
Keep your home comfortable all year long.
Honeycomb shades trap air in tiny pockets to keep your rooms warmer in winter and cooler in summer. The soft, pleated fabric looks clean and modern while blocking drafts and reducing outside noise. You’ll feel the difference in comfort and on your energy bills.
Hunter Douglas Styles:
Why homeowners love honeycomb shades:
- Year-round comfort – Insulating cells help regulate temperature in every season
- Lower energy bills – Reduce heat loss in winter and heat gain in summer
- Soft, filtered light – Gently diffuses sunlight without harsh glare
- Quieter rooms – Absorbs sound for a more peaceful space
- Clean, modern look – Pleated fabric creates a sleek, streamlined window
- Fits any window – Works for skylights, arches, sidelights, and more
- Custom Measured & Installed
- Hunter Douglas Warranty
- Local Service in Omaha & Lincoln
See more styles in our showroom.
Visit our Omaha or Lincoln galleries to feel the fabrics and see how different shades filter light — with hands-on design help every step of the way.
Made for Your Lifestyle
Sheer and Light-Filtering
Let soft light through while maintaining daytime privacy.
Semi-Opaque
More privacy with gentle light filtering. A versatile choice for most rooms in your home.
Room Darkening and Blackout
Block out light for better sleep or movie-watching. Ideal for bedrooms, nurseries, and media rooms.
Two Shades in One
Pair a light-filtering front shade with a room-darkening back shade for ultimate flexibility. Adjust each independently with the Duolite® system.
Total Blackout with Side Channels
Far darker than standard room-darkening shades. Special U-shaped side channels absorb and deflect nearly all incoming light. This LightLock™ system is available on Duette® shades and is ideal for bedrooms or media rooms where you need true darkness.
Cordless Lift
No dangling cords. Just lift or lower by hand. Safe for homes with kids and pets, with a clean, streamlined look.
Retractable Wand
The UltraGlide® retractable wand provides easy operation and better safety.
Continuous Cord Loop
A gentle pull raises or lowers shades smoothly.
PowerView® Motorization
Control with your phone, remote, or voice. Set schedules so shades open with your morning coffee. Perfect for hard-to-reach windows or whole-home automation.
Top-Down/Bottom-Up
Lower from the top for light and views while keeping the bottom raised for privacy — or any combination you want.
Specialty Window Shapes
These honeycomb shades fit arches, angles, skylights, sidelights, and other tricky windows that standard shades can't handle.
Multiple Pleat Sizes
Choose ¾" or 1¼" pleats depending on your window size and the look you prefer. Larger pleats make a bolder statement; smaller pleats work well on compact windows.
Extra Insulation with Double-Cell Construction
For maximum energy efficiency, Duette Architella® shades have a honeycomb within a honeycomb. This double-cell design traps even more air for superior temperature control.
UV Protection
Blocks harmful UV rays, helping protect your furniture, floors, and artwork from fading.
Sound Absorption
The cellular construction absorbs sound energy, making rooms quieter and more peaceful.
What Our Clients Say:
- “We ordered new blinds for our home and went out of state for a vacation. Came home and the job was complete. We are in Love with our new blinds. Staff were amazing, prices fair and quality wonderful. If you need new blinds give Custom Blinds and Design a call. You will be extremely pleased. Thank you for outstanding service. ♥️” - Elaine H.
How to Get Started
Drop by our Omaha showroom or Lincoln showroom (no appointment needed), or schedule a design session.
Explore material, finish, and louver options with a designer who’ll help you find the perfect fit for your space and lifestyle.
We handle everything else — exact measurements and professional installation to make sure everything works beautifully.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which honeycomb shade should I choose — Duette® or Applause®?
Both are energy-efficient cellular shades with the same insulating honeycomb design. Duette® offers the widest selection of fabrics, colors, pleat sizes, and features — including the LightLock™ blackout system and Architella® double-cell construction. Applause® offers a streamlined selection at a lower price point while still delivering excellent energy efficiency. We’ll help you compare options in our Lincoln or Omaha showroom.
Are honeycomb shades good for bedrooms?
Absolutely. Choose room-darkening or blackout fabrics for better sleep. For complete darkness, add the LightLock™ system, which uses special side channels to block nearly all incoming light.
How much do custom honeycomb shades cost?
It depends on window size, fabric, pleat size, and features like motorization. Specialty shapes and premium options like Architella® or PowerView® will cost more. Schedule a free design session for an accurate quote.
Do honeycomb shades really save energy?
Yes. The insulating honeycomb cells trap air, reducing heat transfer through your windows. Studies show windows are responsible for up to 30% of home energy loss. Cellular shades help significantly.
Can these fit skylights or arched windows?
Yes. Honeycomb shades are one of the most versatile options for specialty shapes. We regularly custom-fit them to skylights, arches, angles, sidelights, and other challenging windows.
Are there cordless options for child safety?
Yes. Cordless lift gets rid of dangling cords entirely. You just raise and lower by hand. There’s also a retractable cord option that keeps the cord at a constant length so it never hangs loose. Both are great choices for homes with children or pets.
What's the difference between single-cell and double-cell honeycomb shades?
Single-cell shades have one layer of honeycomb pockets. Double-cell (like Duette Architella®) has a honeycomb within a honeycomb for extra insulation and energy efficiency. Double-cell costs more but provides the best thermal performance.
Do you install honeycomb shades in Omaha and Lincoln?
Yes. We custom-measure and install all types of energy-efficient shades, including honeycomb shades in Omaha, Lincoln, and the surrounding areas.
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