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Australia's Most Insulating Blind
Honeycomb blinds are a type of window blind with a distinctive cellular structure that looks like a honeycomb when viewed from the side. You might also hear them called cellular blinds, cellular shades, waffle blinds, accordion blinds, or concertina blinds. They’re all the same product. What makes them different from every other blind is the air pockets inside each cell. These pockets trap air and create an insulation barrier between your window and your room.
Independent testing shows honeycomb blinds can reduce heat loss through windows by up to 49%. No other blind comes close. They’re also one of the quietest blinds you can buy. The same cell structure that insulates against temperature also dampens outside noise, making them a popular choice for bedrooms, nurseries, and homes on busy streets.
Find the Right Style
We make six styles of honeycomb blind, each designed for different windows and different needs. Not sure which one is right for you? Book a free consultation and we’ll help you decide.
For Sliding Doors
Our Honeycomb Glideshift system brings all the insulating benefits of honeycomb blinds to sliding doors, patio doors, and wide openings.
Instead of raising and lowering vertically, the panels glide horizontally along a track, just like the sliding door itself. Each panel operates independently with a simple handle. No cords, no chains, no wands. Push the panel to the left or right to open, close, or position it anywhere along the track. Child safe and ACCC compliant.
Available in blockout, translucent, and sheer honeycomb fabrics across our full colour range.
Glideshift Configurations
All panels glide in one direction, stacking neatly to one side. Best for single sliding doors where you only open from one end.
Panels move from the centre to each edge. Best for double sliding doors or wide openings where you want to clear the centre.
Panels glide left or right from either edge, meeting in the centre or opening fully to either side. The most flexible option.
A combined blockout and sheer system. Two layers of honeycomb fabric give you full light control. Sheer during the day, blockout at night.
Complete Darkness Available
Our blockout honeycomb blinds use an opaque fabric backed with a light-blocking coating that prevents any light from passing through. They’re the most effective light-blocking blind we make.
The honeycomb cell structure seals tighter to the window than a standard roller blind, reducing light gaps at each edge to just 5mm compared to 15mm for most roller blinds. Add side channels and you can eliminate light leakage almost entirely.
Available in single cell and double cell configurations across our full colour range. Perfect for bedrooms, nurseries, home theatres, and shift workers who need to sleep during the day.
Cell Sizes Explained
Our slimmest profile. Lightweight and compact, ideal for small windows and narrow frames. Provides good insulation and a clean, minimal look. Best for: small windows, bathrooms, studies.
Our standard cell size. Offers a balance of insulation performance and visual proportion on most window sizes. The most popular choice for bedrooms and living rooms.
Two layers of cells for maximum insulation. Traps more air than a single cell, which means better thermal performance in extreme heat or cold. Best for: homes in hot or cold climates, energy-conscious homeowners, large windows.
Control Options
Simple push-pull operation. No cords, no clutter. The cleanest look and safest option for homes with children and pets.
Control your blinds with a remote, smartphone, or voice assistant. Battery powered, no wiring needed. Set schedules so they open and close automatically. Integrates with Google Home, Alexa, and Apple HomeKit.
A geared clutch system with a continuous cord loop for smooth, easy operation. The cord sits neatly to one side and is secured to the wall for child safety. Best for larger blinds.
A sliding cordless system designed for vertical honeycomb blinds on patio doors and wide window banks. Panels glide effortlessly along the track.
SMART HOME READY
Add motorisation to any honeycomb blind and control it with a remote, smartphone, or voice command. Set schedules to open at sunrise and close at sunset automatically. That maximises insulation without lifting a finger. Works with Google Home, Amazon Alexa, and Apple HomeKit. Wire-free battery motors mean no electrician needed, even for skylights and hard-to-reach windows.
Blockout honeycomb blinds or Day & Night honeycomb blinds. Complete darkness for sleeping, with the option to filter light during the day. A double cell configuration gives you the best insulation for year-round comfort.
Our Recommendation
Blockout Honeycomb or Day & Night Honeycomb.
Light-filtering honeycomb blinds or Day & Night honeycomb blinds. Control glare without losing natural light. Top down bottom up operation lets you keep privacy at eye level while letting light stream in from above.
Our Recommendation
Light Filter Honeycomb or Day & Night Honeycomb.
Top down bottom up honeycomb blinds in a light-filtering or translucent fabric. Moisture-friendly and easy to keep clean. The top-down feature gives you ventilation and privacy at the same time.
Our Recommendation
Top Down Bottom Up Honeycomb in Light Filter.
Light-filtering honeycomb blinds reduce screen glare without darkening the room. The noise-dampening properties help with concentration and make video calls clearer.
Our Recommendation
Light Filter Honeycomb, single cell.
Pricing Guide
The cost of honeycomb blinds depends on the style, cell size, fabric, and window dimensions. Here’s a rough guide:
The best way to get an accurate quote is to book a free in-home consultation. We measure your windows, recommend the right product, and give you a clear price on the spot.
Book your free consultation today and we’ll bring samples to your home, measure your windows, and give you a clear quote. No obligation.
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Our Fabric Range
We carry Australia’s widest range of honeycomb blind fabrics, available in blockout, translucent, and sheer across 10mm single cell, 20mm single cell, and double cell configurations. Collections include Hadley, Harlem, Hendrix, Essence, and Clarity.
Visit your nearest Watson showroom or book a free consultation to see and feel the fabrics in person. Our consultants bring samples to your home.
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Your Questions Answered
Honeycomb blinds (also called cellular blinds, cellular shades, waffle blinds, or accordion blinds) are window blinds with a unique cell structure that traps air to insulate your home. They keep rooms warmer in winter, cooler in summer, and reduce outside noise. Available in blockout, translucent, and sheer fabrics.
Yes. They’re the most energy-efficient blind you can buy. Independent testing shows they can reduce heat loss through windows by up to 49%. They also reduce outside noise, provide excellent light control, and last 15+ years with proper care.
Custom honeycomb blinds start from around $220 per standard window. Day & Night styles start from $350. Motorised options from $450. The exact price depends on window size, cell type, and fabric. Book a free consultation for an accurate quote.
Single cell has one row of hexagonal air pockets providing good insulation. Double cell has two rows, nearly doubling the insulating barrier. It is the better choice for extreme climates or very large glass areas.
Yes. Any of our honeycomb blind styles can be motorised and controlled by remote, smartphone, or voice through Google Home, Amazon Alexa, or Apple HomeKit. Wire-free battery motors are available. No electrician needed.
Yes. Our honeycomb blinds are available with a continuous loop or motorised (cordless) operating system, both of which meet Australian child safety standards AS/NZS 2080:2006.
Dust regularly with a feather duster or low-suction vacuum with a brush attachment. For deeper cleaning, spot clean with a damp cloth. Avoid saturating the fabric. The anti-static, dust-repellent fabric means they stay cleaner longer than most other blinds.
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Watson Blinds offers the widest range of custom-made honeycomb blinds in Australia. Also known as cellular blinds, cellular shades, or waffle blinds, our honeycomb range includes Day & Night, Top Down Bottom Up, Skylight, Vertical, Perfect Fit, Cordless, and Glideshift (for sliding doors) styles in blockout, translucent, and sheer fabrics. Available in 10mm single cell, 20mm single cell, and double cell configurations. Every honeycomb blind is custom measured, manufactured in our own local factory, and professionally installed with a lifetime warranty. Visit our showrooms in Canberra (Fyshwick), Batemans Bay, Nowra, or Wagga Wagga, or book a free in-home consultation today.
