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Applause® Honeycomb Shades by Hunter Douglas

  • Streamlined selection of fabrics for affordable pricing
  • Excellent insulation for energy efficiency in Texas homes
  • Clean, uniform pleats for a modern look

Applause Honeycomb Shades consist of a streamlined selection of fabrics & colors. It’s energy efficiency at a more budget-friendly price than Duette. The Applause® collection is perfect for any window type–from small windows and narrow sidelights, to large and tall windows, get the insulation and look without the premium price. Choose your favorite features, like top down bottom up for custom light control adjustments or motorized shades, available with PowerView® automation for smart-home control

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Control smart shades with stylish remote, a smart phone, or with a voice command

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Save your favorite adjustments, and schedule shades to move with your lifestyle

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Easily integrate with your smart home system for effortless control



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The Applause® Collection FAQ

Curious about the difference between this collection of window shades and Duette Honeycomb Shades? Let’s explore the important distinctions…

What makes Applause Honeycomb Shades an energy efficient option?

The cellular shape of the pleats traps air, creating an insulated barrier at the window. Keep your interior air protected from the influence of temperature from outside air.

What’s the difference between Applause & Duette?

This is a great question. Applause is considered more affordable than the Duette collection when it comes to the entry level price. The cellular design of the pleats is present in both shades, providing insulation at the window. Duette is considered a premium product–with levels of cellular design to customize the insulation. Duette also has a wide selection of colors and fabrics, where the Applause collection has a streamlined selection of fabrics to reduce manufacturing cost–which is passed to the homeowner. Both collections offer a wide range of optional enhancements, such as motorization, top down, and Duolite dual shades.

Can Applause® Honeycomb Shades be motorized?

Yes, the PowerView® automation system is available for operation with this collection of window shades. Adjust with a remote, app or smart home device control.

Are cellular shades a stylish choice?

Yes, they offer uniform pleats in today’s most sought-after colors for a beautiful display at the window. The pleats offer dimension in the backdrop of your home. Discover more about modern window coverings and design trends.

Are Applause Honeycomb shades safe for home with children and pets?

Yes, these shades offer all of today’s safest operating systems, from the manual cordless operation of LiteRise®, to cord-safe operation with UltraGlide® and the motorized cordless control of Hunter Douglas PowerView®.

Where can I see cellular shades in person?

We have two local window treatment showrooms where you can see all of our Hunter Douglas collections and custom wood shutters. Visit our San Antonio or Marble Falls showrooms to browse window covering displays and fabrics.