9/16" Classic Single Cell DAY/NIGHT Cordless Shades
9/16" Classic Single Cell DAY/NIGHT Cordless Shades
Light from the top. Privacy below.
Our 9/16" Classic Single Cell Light Filtering Top-Down/Bottom-Up Shades let you open the window from either end. Lower the top rail and daylight washes across the ceiling while the lower half of the glass stays covered. Raise the bottom rail and it behaves like any standard shade. One window, and you decide exactly which part of it is open.
The insulating 9/16" honeycomb and soft light filtering fabric come as standard, along with a color-coordinated vinyl rail system and cordless operation on both rails.
Key Features and Benefits
- Top-Down for Private Daylight: Drop the top rail to bring sunlight in above eye level while sightlines from outside stay blocked.
- Bottom-Up for the Open View: Raise from the bottom whenever you want the full window.
- Anywhere In Between: Position both rails to cover only the section of glass that actually needs it.
- 9/16" Medium Cell: A .5625" honeycomb that improves insulation, boosts energy efficiency, and gives a clean, tailored look.
- Free Cordless Operation: Both rails move by hand with no cords, loops, or tangles anywhere on the window.
- Sleek Vinyl Rail System: Color-coordinated headrail, middle rail, and bottom rail for a polished, cohesive finish.
- White Street-Side Backing: A consistent neutral appearance from outside, whatever color you choose inside.
The Windows That Need This Most
- Kitchen sink windows: Open the top for light and keep the lower pane covered against a neighbor's driveway.
- Street-facing living rooms: Full daylight above, complete privacy at sidewalk level.
- Bathrooms: Natural light without ever compromising privacy.
- Ground-floor bedrooms: Morning light on the ceiling while the bed stays out of view.
- Home offices: Bounce indirect light off the ceiling and kill the screen glare at desk height.
Getting the Most From Both Rails
Covering the lower two-thirds of the glass blocks nearly every sightline from the street while still letting in a surprising amount of daylight, and it is the position most people settle on. Through the day you can chase the sun: lower the top rail in the morning for indirect light, then raise the bottom rail in the evening as privacy starts to matter more.
Keep in mind that the gathered fabric takes up a few inches at the top and bottom, so taller windows give you noticeably more usable travel than short ones.
Top-Down or Standard?
| Feature | Top-Down/Bottom-Up (this shade) | Standard Cordless |
|---|---|---|
| Operation | Both rails move independently | Bottom rail lifts only |
| Privacy Control | Precise; cover exactly the glass you need to | All or nothing from the bottom up |
| Best For | Privacy-sensitive windows that still need daylight | Simplicity and the lowest price |
Don't need top-down control? Our standard 9/16" Single Cell Light Filtering Shades use the same fabric and cell. For better insulation and a wider palette, see our 7/16" Double Cell Light Filtering Shades, or browse everything on our cellular shades collection page.
A Note on Nighttime
Light filtering fabric obscures the view inside during daylight, but once interior lights are on after dark, silhouettes become visible. The top-down function helps considerably, since the covered section sits exactly where sightlines matter, but for genuine darkness see our 9/16" Classic Single Cell Blackout Shades.
Fit & Installation
- Custom Made: Built to your exact measurements, inside or outside mount.
- Mount Depth: 1 7/8" minimum for a secure inside mount, 2 1/4" for a flush fit. Outside mounts take no deduction.
- Valance Options: Cassette valance with fabric insert, or a 3" white aluminum fascia.
- Warranty: Limited lifetime warranty on components, with 5-year coverage on motorization.
Available size ranges are confirmed in the configurator above.
Factory-Direct Since 1993
Over 30 years making custom window treatments and shipping them straight from the factory, without showroom markups. Every order includes:
- Free Shipping: Ships freight-free anywhere in the 48 contiguous United States.
- Fast Turnaround: Custom-made and shipped within approximately 7 business days.
Take control of your daylight. Order your free samples, then configure your custom size above.