11/03/2026
Keep the daylight. Choose where you need more coverage.
In this bay window, the cellular shades cover the lower panes while the upper portion stays open to the light. A top-down/bottom-up design gives you more flexibility than simply raising or lowering the entire shade. It can be worth considering for a room where you want daylight without leaving the lower part of the window exposed.
Fabric selection still matters. Light-filtering and room-darkening materials serve different needs, and the amount of privacy depends on the fabric and how the shade is positioned. The right plan starts with when you use the room, where the windows face and the coverage you want after dark.
Budget Blinds of Babylon helps you compare those options in your home, with samples, measurements and professional installation planned together.
Call (631) 766-1890 for a free in-home consultation.
https://www.budgetblinds.com/babylon-ny/