QuietCell Noise-Reducing Cellular Shades

Your home should be your sanctuary—a place of peace, quiet, and restoration. But traffic, neighbors, and household activity constantly intrude. QuietCell Noise-Reducing Cellular Shades are engineered to absorb sound and reduce noise transmission, turning your chaotic environment into a calm retreat. The honeycomb cells trap sound waves, converting acoustic energy into a tiny amount of heat. The more cells and the deeper the cell, the greater the noise reduction. Our top-of-the-line 1⅛-inch double-cell shades achieve an NRC of 0.35—comparable to dedicated acoustic panels. Yet these shades remain lightweight, beautiful, and easy to operate. Available in all cell sizes and opacities, with cordless, continuous cord loop, or motorized operation. Custom‑sized to your exact window dimensions. Peace and quiet, finally achievable.

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How Cellular Shades Quiet Your Home

Sound waves travel through air. When they encounter a cellular shade, they must pass through multiple layers of fabric and several trapped air pockets. Each layer reflects, absorbs, and dissipates a portion of the sound energy. The cumulative effect is a meaningful reduction in perceived noise—using the same principle as acoustic foam panels, but integrated into a refined window covering.

NRC Ratings by Cell Configuration

Cell Configuration NRC Rating Noise Reduction
¾" Single Cell 0.20 20%
1⅛" Single Cell 0.25 25%
1⅛" Double Cell 0.35 35%
1⅛" Double Cell + Seals 0.40 40%

NRC (Noise Reduction Coefficient) is an industry‑standard measure of sound absorption. An NRC of 0.35 means 35% of sound energy is absorbed.

Ideal for Noise‑Sensitive Environments

  • Bedrooms — Reduce traffic noise, barking dogs, and early‑morning deliveries

  • Home Offices — Block neighborhood sounds and improve focus

  • Nurseries — Create a quieter sleep environment for infants

  • Apartments & Condos — Reduce noise from neighbors and common areas

  • Recording Studios — Improve room acoustics and reduce external interference

Perimeter Sealing for Maximum Quiet

For the highest level of noise reduction, add our ThermoSeal perimeter sealing system. Side channels with brush pile, a magnetic bottom seal, and a top seal work together to eliminate air gaps around the shade. This prevents both drafts and sound leakage. Combined with double‑cell construction, the system achieves an NRC of 0.40.

Not Just Quiet—Also Comfortable

The same trapped air pockets that absorb sound also slow heat transfer. QuietCell shades reduce heat loss and heat gain by 25–45%, lowering energy costs and improving year‑round comfort. You get acoustic and thermal performance in one elegant package.

Independent Acoustic Testing

All QuietCell shades are independently tested to ASTM E413 and ASTM C423. Test reports are available upon request, and certification documentation can be provided for commercial and specialty residential projects.