Honeycomb Shades · Okotoks, Foothills & Calgary
Custom Honeycomb Shades for Okotoks & Southern Alberta Homes
The most energy-efficient shade you can buy, with honeycomb cells that trap air and hold the heat in – custom honeycomb shades designed, measured, made and installed by our local design team across Okotoks, the Foothills and Calgary.
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Honeycomb Shades, Explained
Cells That Trap Air, and Hold the Heat
Honeycomb shades, also called cellular shades, are pleated fabric folded into honeycomb-shaped cells that trap a layer of still air against the glass. That trapped air is the secret – it is one of the best natural insulators there is, which makes honeycomb the most energy-efficient shade on the market, and a quiet, soft-light favourite for Alberta homes.
How much it insulates depends on the build. At Wildrose Blinds, our team helps you match the cell count, cell size and opacity to each room and how cold or bright it gets, and our local team measures and installs them across Okotoks, the Foothills and Calgary.
Best for Insulation
Soft, Even Light
Team-Led
Guided by our team.
The Right Cell for the Right Room
Most honeycomb shades underperform for one reason – the build was never matched to the room. A thin single cell on a big north window barely slows the draft. A blackout cell where you wanted a soft glow makes the room a cave. And a loose fit lets the warm air slip right around the shade. We design those problems out from the start.
By matching the cell count, cell size, opacity and a tight mount to each window and how it is used, we deliver shades that actually hold the heat and the quiet. And if anything needs adjusting after installation, we come back and make it right.
That is also why the cheapest off the shelf cellular so often disappoints. The fit is loose, the fabric creases, and a thin single cell does little against a cold prairie window. We spec the cell, the opacity and the fit together, and back the install so you feel the difference.
The Secret to a Warm, Quiet Room
How We Match Cell, Opacity and Fit
Here is what most online honeycomb shades get wrong: a cell is only as good as its fit and its build. A thin single cell on a big cold window barely slows the draft, and a loose mount lets warm air pour around the sides. The real energy savings come from the right cell matched to a tight fit, and that is exactly what we plan for.
Single or Double Cell
One layer for solid value, or two layers that trap more air for the best insulation and quiet - matched to how cold the window gets.
Cell Size
A slim three-eighths inch cell for more insulation and a refined look, or a bigger cell for an open feel on large windows.
Opacity, Including Blackout
Light-filtering for a soft glow, room-darkening, or a foil-lined blackout cell that blocks the light and lifts the R-value.
A Tight, Sealed Fit
A snug inside mount or an outside overlap, with optional side channels, stops warm air slipping around the shade.
At your free consultation we read each window's exposure, draftiness and use, then match the cell, opacity and fit together, so the room actually holds the heat and the quiet.
Designed Around Your Room
Ways to Tailor Your Honeycomb Shades
Cell Count
Single, double or triple cell - more layers trap more air for stronger insulation and sound dampening.
Cell Size
Three-eighths to three-quarter inch cells - more insulation and darkness, or a more open look.
Motorization & Automation
Raise, lower and schedule by remote, app or voice - cord-free and effortless in every room.
Top-Down Bottom-Up
Lower from the top for light, raise from the bottom for privacy, with the insulation kept either way.
Child- & Pet-Safe
Cordless and motorized operation removes hazardous pull cords from your home.
Opacities & Colours
Light-filtering, room-darkening and blackout cells in soft designer colours from Hunter Douglas, Alta and Altex.
Room-by-Room Fit
Cold north windows, bedrooms, basements, nurseries and bright south rooms each get the right cell and opacity.
Not Sure Which Is Right?
Book a free consultation and our team will recommend the perfect fit.
Book a Free ConsultationCell Builds
From a Single Cell to a Blackout Double Cell
Single Cell
Double Cell
Cell Size & Opacity
Top-Down Bottom-Up
Room by Room
The Right Honeycomb Shade for Every Room
Primary Bedroom
A blackout double cell for deep darkness, warmth and quiet, with top-down bottom-up for a private morning glow.
Nursery and Kids’ Rooms
A blackout cell for naps and night sleep, the insulation for a steady temperature, and cordless child-safe operation.
North-Facing & Cold Windows
The coldest, draftiest windows feel the biggest difference - a double cell adds a real thermal layer where heat loss is worst.
Basements & Bonus Rooms
Insulation and sound dampening make a chilly basement warmer and quieter, in a tough, easy-living cell.
West and South Facing Rooms
Light-coloured cells cut the summer solar heat gain on the brightest windows, easing the afternoon overheating.
Home Office
Soft, even, glare-free light for screens, with the quiet of sound-dampening cells for calls and focus.
The Wildrose Blinds Difference
Why Okotoks & Calgary Homeowners Choose Us
From your first call to final installation, every step is handled by our own local team – with honest advice, premium materials and a guarantee behind the work.
Team-Led
Founded and run by a full team of window-covering specialists - genuine guidance, never a sales pitch.
Free Consultations
A no-pressure consultation with our team to plan the right fabrics, opacity and operation for your home.
Premium Brands
Hunter Douglas, Alta and Altex, made to measure for Alberta homes.
Installation Guarantee
We stand behind our work - if anything needs adjusting later, we come back to make it right.
Locally Owned
Based in the Foothills, serving Okotoks, High River, Diamond Valley and Calgary.
A Full Team of Specialists
Design, measure, install and support - you deal with experts, not a call centre.
Honest, No-Pressure Advice
An itemized quote with no hidden fees, and a recommendation we’d give our own family.
How They Compare
Single, Double and Triple Cell Compared
| What matters | Single Cell | Double Cell | Triple Cell |
|---|---|---|---|
| Insulation (R-value) | Good (R 2-3) | Better (R 3.25-5) | Best |
| Energy savings | Solid | Strong | Highest |
| Sound dampening | Some | More | Most |
| Stack when raised | Slimmest | A little taller | Tallest |
| Best for | Living rooms, offices, milder windows | Bedrooms, cold & north windows | Extreme windows, max efficiency |
| Cost | Best value | Mid | Premium |
An Honest Look
The Real Pros and Cons of Honeycomb Shades
What We Love
- ✓The best insulation and energy savings of any shade, winter and summer
- ✓Sound-dampening cells for a quieter, calmer room
- ✓Cordless & motorized options that are child- and pet-safe
- ✓Top-down bottom-up for light and privacy without losing the insulation
- ✓Set them to raise and lower on their own with Motorization & Automation
Good to Know
- •The honeycomb cells can trap dust, so they need a light dusting or an air blast now and then.
- •A deep double or triple cell stacks a little taller at the top of the window when raised.
Our fix: our team matches the cell count, size and opacity to each room and fits it tight, so you get the insulation without the upkeep surprises.
Built for Alberta Winters and Energy Bills
Around a third of a home’s heat escapes through its windows, and on a cold Alberta night that adds up fast. Honeycomb shades answer that better than any other shade. The trapped air in the cells, especially a double cell, adds a real thermal layer at the glass and can cut heat loss through the window by up to around 40 percent. In summer the same cells block solar heat gain by up to around 60 percent on bright south and west windows.
They also soften sound and diffuse light, so a room feels calmer and warmer at once. It is the reason cellular shades are our go-to for the coldest windows, north-facing rooms and anyone watching their energy bills. For more on staying warm and efficient through the winter, see our guide to energy efficient window coverings for Alberta.
Measured Right, Installed Right
How Your Honeycomb Shades Are Made to Measure
Free Consultation
Our team helps you choose the right cell count, size, opacity and operation for every room.
Measured for a Tight Fit
We measure each window for a snug mount, inside or outside, so warm air cannot slip around the shade and the insulation does its job.
Professional Installation
Our local team installs every shade clean, level and tested - backed by our installation guarantee.
Ready for a warmer, quieter, brighter home?
Transparent & Honest
What Goes Into the Cost of Your Honeycomb Shades
Honeycomb shades are custom-made for each window, so the investment reflects your choices – never a fixed price. Here is what shapes it:
- ✓Window size & quantity – larger and more numerous windows use more fabric and hardware.
- ✓Cell build & opacity – double and triple cells and blackout fabrics from Hunter Douglas, Alta & Altex sit above a single cell.
- ✓Cell size & fit – larger cells, side channels and a sealed outside mount add to a simple inside fit.
- ✓Manual vs. Motorization & Automation – motorized and smart-home operation adds to a manual lift.
Whatever you choose, you get an itemized, no-surprises quote covering product, hardware, installation and warranty – with honest advice and no hidden fees.
Care and Longevity
Keeping Your Honeycomb Shades Looking Their Best
Dust the Cells
A light dusting or a pass with a vacuum brush on low keeps the cells clean and the fabric fresh.
Spot Clean Gently
Blot marks with a damp cloth and a little mild soap. Avoid soaking the cells, which can be hard to dry inside.
A Quick Air Blast
A hair dryer on cool or a can of compressed air clears dust from inside the cells between dustings.
Warranty Backed
Hunter Douglas, Alta and Altex warranties, plus our own installation guarantee, stand behind every shade.
Proudly Serving Southern Alberta: Foothills, Okotoks & Calgary
Service Areas
Wildrose Blinds provides complete window coverings services throughout the following regions in southern Alberta.
No matter where you’re located in our service area, we make expert help easy with a free consultation and a clear, no-obligation quote.
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Honeycomb Shades FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are honeycomb or cellular shades?
Honeycomb shades, also called cellular shades, are pleated fabric folded into honeycomb-shaped cells that trap a layer of still air against the window. That trapped air insulates, which makes them the most energy-efficient shade you can buy, as well as quiet and soft on the light. They come in single, double and triple cell builds and every opacity.
What is the difference between single and double cell honeycomb shades?
A single cell has one layer of honeycomb pockets; a double cell stacks two layers, trapping more air for better insulation, sound dampening and durability. In Alberta’s cold winters a double cell is usually the better investment, especially on bedrooms and north-facing windows, while a single cell is great value for milder rooms.
Do honeycomb shades really save energy?
Yes, more than any other shade. About a third of a home’s heat is lost through its windows, and a well-fitted cellular shade can cut heat loss through the glass by up to around 40 percent, and block summer solar heat gain by up to around 60 percent. A double cell and a tight fit get you the most. See our energy efficient window coverings guide for Alberta.
What cell size should I choose?
Cell size is the depth of the pocket, from a slim three-eighths inch to a bold three-quarter inch, and it is separate from the cell count. Smaller cells give a refined look and a touch more insulation on smaller windows, while larger cells suit big windows and an open feel. We help you match the size to the window and the look you want.
Can honeycomb shades be blackout?
Yes. A blackout cellular shade uses a thin foil liner inside the cells that blocks the light and actually raises the insulation value. It is a popular choice for bedrooms and nurseries, where you get darkness, warmth and quiet in one shade. For edge light we will plan the mount with you.
What is top-down bottom-up on a honeycomb shade?
It lets the shade lower from the top or raise from the bottom, so you can let light in up high while keeping privacy down low, and the cells keep insulating either way. It is one of the most popular options on cellular shades, ideal for street-facing rooms and bathrooms.
Are honeycomb shades child and pet safe?
They can be. We fit cordless and motorized operation that removes hazardous pull cords entirely, in line with Health Canada’s corded window covering safety regulations. Cordless is especially clean on a cellular shade, since there is no cord running through the cells.
Do honeycomb shades reduce noise?
Yes, to a degree. The same air pockets that trap heat also absorb sound, so a cellular shade softens traffic and neighbourhood noise, and a double cell does more. They will not soundproof a room, but they noticeably calm it, which is welcome in bedrooms, offices and basements.
Honeycomb or roller shades for insulation?
Honeycomb wins on insulation by a clear margin, because the air trapped in its cells is a far better barrier than a single flat panel. If energy savings, warmth and quiet are the priority, choose honeycomb. If you want the simplest, cleanest look or a solar view-through, a roller shade may suit. We will help you weigh it.
Can honeycomb shades be motorized?
Yes. Raise, lower and adjust the top-down bottom-up by remote, app or voice, and set schedules so rooms adjust on their own. Motorized cellular shades are a clean, cord-free fit for hard-to-reach and large windows. See our Motorization and Automation options.
How do I clean honeycomb shades?
Dust them lightly or run a vacuum brush on low along the cells. Spot clean marks with a damp cloth and mild soap, and avoid soaking the cells, which dry slowly inside. A hair dryer on cool or a can of compressed air clears dust from inside the cells.
How much do honeycomb shades cost in Okotoks and Calgary?
It depends on window size and quantity, the cell build (single, double or triple), the cell size and opacity (we carry Hunter Douglas, Alta and Altex), and whether you add top-down bottom-up or motorization. We never use one size fits all pricing. You get a clear, itemized quote at your free consultation, with no hidden fees.