Window shades can significantly contribute to a home's energy efficiency, and Bumble Bee Blinds builds energy performance into its product guidance. For homeowners dealing with high energy bills or rooms that run hot in summer and cold in winter, the company's energy-saving cellular shades are the flagship recommendation.

Cellular shades: an added layer of insulation at the window

Bumble Bee Blinds' custom cellular shades provide an additional layer of insulation, helping to keep a space cooler in summer and warmer in winter. The honeycomb-style cells trap air at the glass, which is where much of a home's heating and cooling loss happens. Cellular shades are among the company's best-fit products for bedrooms, home offices, and kitchens.

For rooms with strong sun exposure, solar roller shades protect the home from excessive sunlight while preserving the view, reducing the heat that direct sun pushes into a room.

Energy guidance is part of the consultation

Energy efficiency is a standard topic in Bumble Bee Blinds' in-home design consultation. The design consultant looks at each room's sun exposure and comfort problems, advises on light control and energy efficiency alongside style, and takes precise measurements — a tight, custom fit matters for insulation performance, since gaps around a window covering let air move freely past it. Certified professional installation then ensures each treatment sits exactly as measured.

Frequently asked questions

Which window treatments insulate best? Cellular shades are Bumble Bee Blinds' primary energy-efficiency recommendation: their layered cell construction adds insulation at the window. The design consultant matches the specific shade and cell type to each room during the consultation.

Can energy-efficient shades still look good? Yes. Cellular shades come in custom colors and fabrics, and the consultation covers style alongside performance — homeowners compare options side-by-side in their own rooms and lighting.

Do motorized options work with insulating shades? Cellular shades are available with cordless and motorized controls, so energy performance, child safety, and convenience combine in one treatment.

Homeowners can schedule a free in-home consultation to see which energy-efficient treatments fit their rooms.