Covering Specialty-Shaped Windows:
Honeycomb Blinds vs. Roller Shades
1,3,5,10%
Openness Rate:
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Openness on a roller screen shade refers to how much light and visibility the shade fabric allows.
As seen on left: Angle Top Operable Honeycomb Blind
As seen on right: Angle Top Operable Roller Screen Shade
1. Keep the View
Screen Shades
(Roller Shades)
If maintaining your view is a priority—even during sunny afternoons—roller screen shades are ideal. These shades reduce glare, heat gain, and UV exposure while allowing you to enjoy your outdoor view. With openness factors like 1%, 3%, 5%, or 10%, they offer a smart balance of visibility and sun control.
Honeycomb Blinds
(Cellular Blinds)
Honeycomb shades provide full privacy and light control when desired, and provide for a clear view when open—giving you an unobstructed view on demand.
Screen Shades
(Roller Shades)
Roller screen shades are a strong choice for managing sunlight while still maintaining visibility. Their variable openness levels allow for customized control of brightness and heat without sacrificing the view.
Honeycomb Blinds
(Cellular Blinds)
If energy efficiency is your main concern, honeycomb shades lead the way. Their cellular structure provides superior insulation—helping to keep rooms cooler in summer and warmer in winter. This makes them especially effective for odd-shaped windows that are hard to insulate.
2. Control the Sun
3. Fit for Any Shape
At BCC, we specialize in custom solutions for virtually any window shape—including arches, circles, triangles, eyebrows, half rounds, and more. Our exclusive and proprietary design of honeycomb and roller shades can be tailored to fit your specific window, regardless of shape or size.
So, Which Is Better?
It depends on your priorities:
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For insulation and energy savings: Choose honeycomb blinds
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For maintaining your view while reducing glare: Opt for roller screen shades
The best part? Both options offer excellent flexibility, style, and performance for specialty window shapes.
Our Recommendation
With over 25 years of experience fabricating for specialty shapes including rounded and angled, BCC has the expertise to recommend the right solution for your unique windows.
📷 Send us a photo of your specialty-shaped windows, and we'll give you an honest recommendation tailored to your needs.