# Motorized Deluxe Blackout Double Cellular Shades

> Get the best of three worlds with blackout light control, double cell insulation, and convenient motorized operation all rolled into one shade!

- Product page: https://frontend-v3-staging-non-prod.toolfreeblinds.com/shades/cellular-shades/motorized-deluxe-blackout-double-cellular-shades
- Category: All Shades › Cellular / Honeycomb Shades
- SKU: BLN-MDBDCS
- Price: $425.74 at 24" wide × 36" high. The price depends on the size and options; the product page prices any configuration.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 from 2 reviews
- Made to order: ships in 4–6 business days, then delivery typically takes 5 business days
- Free shipping
- Free samples: https://frontend-v3-staging-non-prod.toolfreeblinds.com/free-samples/cellular-shades
- Suggested rooms: Living room, Bedroom, Office, Kitchen, Dining room, Media room, Entry way, Utility room

## Size

Made to the exact width and height ordered, to the nearest 1/8".

- Width: 18 3/4" to 96"
- Height: 12" to 96"

## Options

Prices are what an option adds to a 24" × 36" order; most grow with the size.

### Mount

Mount type determines how you will install the blind. Choose inside mount if your blind will be mounted inside the window opening/frame. Choose outside mount if your blind will be mounted outside the window opening to trim, a wall, or a door.

- Inside Mount: Inside mount shades are installed inside the window opening. Enter the exact size of the window opening NOT the size of the shade. The factory will make a small deduction from your width to allow space for the hardware and operation.
- Outside Mount: Outside mount shades are installed outside the window opening to trim, a wall, or a door. Enter the exact size of the shade you want to order. The factory will make no deductions.

### Lift Type

The lift type determines how you raise or lower this product.

- Battery-Powered Motorized: Efficiently raise and lower your shade with Motorized Lift. Perfect for hard-to-reach windows, a battery-powered remote is all that is needed to lift and lower your shades.
- Battery Powered Motorized Top Down/Bottom Up (+$123.25): Efficiently raise and lower your Top Down/Bottom up shade with Motorized Lift. Perfect for hard-to-reach windows, a battery-powered remote is all that is needed to operate your shades.

### Remote Control

Program a remote control to operate your shades individually or in synchronized groups.

- No Remote: At least one remote is required to operate your motorized shade.
- 15 Channel Remote: A single remote will operate up to 15 separate shades. Multiple remotes may not be necessary.

### Smart Hub

Syncs with Wi-Fi to enable app control and smart home integration.

- No Hub: Operate shades using a handheld remote only. No app control or smart home integration.
- Smart Hub-C: Connects to Wi-Fi to enable app control and smart home integration.

### Installation Type (optional)

- Standard Installation: Mount shades using screws and brackets directly into the window frame, wall, or ceiling.
- EZ-Mount Installation (+$52.39): Mounts shades using tension-based headrail - no screws or drilling required.

### Door Brackets (Hold Downs) (optional)

Door Brackets (Hold downs) secure the window covering to the wall or to a door, limiting the movement of the window covering. For example when a door is opening and closing. These are for outside mounts only.

- No Door Brackets: Door Brackets (Hold Downs) are not required for the normal operation of this product.
- Yes Door Brackets: These are used when outside mounting to a door. The brackets secure the bottom rail of the blinds to the door in order to prevent swaying.

## Restrictions

- Motorized lift on cellular shades is not compatible with the motorized lift on our Solar, Roller, or Zebra Sheer Shades
- Side Mount not available for Inside Mount, top mount only
- EZ Mount not available for Outside Mount

## Colors

16 colors.

### $ - Essential

- Snow
- Cream
- Sandstone
- Oyster
- Tumbleweed
- Chocolate
- Harbor Grey
- Slate
- Storm Cloud
- Soft Gray
- Deep Blue
- Aloe
- Espresso
- Jet Black
- Seaside
- Sea Blue

## Highlights

- 1/2" Double Cell Layer
- Smart Option: Motorize
- Child & Pet Safety
- Privacy
- Insulating/Energy Efficient

## Specifications

- Min flat space for outside mount: 1 ½ inches
- Min depth for inside mount: 1 ½ inches (Standard Installation); 3 inches (EZ Mount Installation)
- Depth required for flush mount: 2 1/8 inches (Standard Installation); 3 inches (EZ Mount Installation)
- Headrail size: 1 1/2" height x 2 1/8" depth
- Inside Mount Width Deduction: Approximately ¼ inch headrail deduction and 3/8 inch fabric deduction
- Outside Mount: Headrail is made at ordered width; Fabric will be approximately 3/16 inch less
- Remote Control Range: 80 feet
- Easy Rechargeable Feature: 8.4 volt adapter plugs into standard electrical outlet, has a 13 feet black cord
- Battery Lifespan: The average battery charge will last 6-12 months
- Charger included: 1 Charger per 5 shades on an order included*Recharge time on a shade is 5 hours, chargers are not meant to be plugged into the shade long term.

## Description

Our Motorized Deluxe Blackout Double Cell Shades are a "triple threat" window covering – in the best way possible! You get complete privacy and blackout light blocking for maximum light control, double cell construction for superior insulation and energy savings, plus convenient motorized operation that you can control with the push of a button! On top of that, you can choose between standard bottom-up operation, or add an additional dimension of light control and privacy with the top-down/bottom-up feature, where the shade can also lower from the top! Customize in your choice of color, size, and features and start enjoying all the benefits of this incredible shade!

Get to know this shade:

- Motorized operation with long lasting rechargeable battery, includes one extra-long charging cord per order
- Choose either standard bottom-up lift, or optional top-down/bottom-up operation
- Made-in-the-USA blackout fabric blocks 100% of light from passing through the shade
- Double cell blackout fabric has 9/16" pleats, and an R-value of 5.0 for maximum insulation in your window
- Fabric is made with "D-cell" construction to prevent the front of the shade from sagging
- Color-coordinated painted aluminum headrail with matching components
- Back side of fabric is white towards the street for a neutral appearance from the outside

Why you'll love this shade:

- Enjoy the convenience of motorized operation via remote control – you can operate shades individually or simultaneously
- Provides effortless operation (great for tall or hard to reach windows!)
- Optional smart hub enables app-based control and integration with home automation systems
- Double-cell construction maximizes this shade's energy-efficiency to reduce heat gain in summer and heat loss in winter
- Insulating shade material helps lower both your AC and heating bills by reducing thermal transfer at the window
- Blackout fabric is perfect for bedrooms to help you sleep better, or media rooms to eliminate unwanted light
- Conforms with all CPSC child safety regulations

Key considerations:

- One remote control can operate multiple shades; at least one remote is required per order
- Blackout fabric blocks virtually all light from passing through the shade, however some light may still be visible from around the sides of the shade
- Inside mount shades must be attached to the top of the window casing; side mount not available

## How to measure

### How to Measure: Inside Mount

Let's make sure an inside mount will work for your window! Using a metal tape measure, first check if you have sufficient depth:

- Measure inside the window opening from the back of the window to the front of the opening where the shade would mount. The depth at the top of the window must be at least 1 1/4" inches for Motorized to mount the brackets. To have a flush mount (meaning the shade is fully recessed in the window opening), the depth must be at least 2 1/4" inches. If your depth is not sufficient for mounting the brackets, please see our outside mount instructions or consider a different product.
- 3" of depth is needed at the top of the window opening if ordering the EZ Mount headrail.

How to Measure:

Let's start with the Width:

- Measure inside of the window opening/frame from left to right to the nearest 1/8" at three places: at the top of the opening, the middle of the opening, and then the bottom of the opening. Write down all 3 measurements and circle the narrowest. If rounding is necessary, round down to the nearest 1/8". That is your ordering width.

Now, let's do the Height:

- Measure the inside of the window opening/frame from the top of the opening to the bottom of the opening/sill to the nearest 1/8" in three places: on the left-hand side, the middle, and on the right-hand side. Write down all 3 measurements and circle the tallest. That is your ordering height.

Note: Always provide us with the actual measurement of the window opening. We will make the necessary deduction of approximately 1/4" to your shade's headrail and 3/8" to the fabric width to allow room for installation and for proper movement of the shade within the window opening. No deductions will be made to your height.

Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NsyMgNEDUos

### How to Measure: Outside Mount

Before you start measuring, decide where above your window opening you want to mount your shade. You will need at least 1 1/2" inches of flat vertical space above the window to mount the brackets. The shade can be installed directly above the window opening, or higher up to give the appearance of a larger window and to have more clear space in the window when the shade is raised.

If you have trim around the window, you can mount the shade above the trim, directly on the trim (if you have the required minimum flat space for the brackets), or to the sides of the trim if you do not have enough mounting space above the window or on the trim itself. See the directions below for how you'd like to install your shade.

If you do not have sufficient vertical space for mounting the brackets, please see our inside mount instructions or consider a different product.

#### Above the Window (No Trim)

Width:

- Looking at your window and surrounding wall, decide what area you would like to cover. We recommend the shade extends about 2" on each side of the window opening for the best light control and appearance.
- Using a metal tape measure, measure from left to right including your desired extra space on each side of the window—that is your ordering width.

Height:

- Consider how far above the window you would like to install your shade but at least starting with the minimum vertical space referenced above. The shade can be positioned higher up to give the appearance of a larger window and to have more clear space in the window when the shade is raised.
- Measure from the top of where you will mount the shade on the wall down to where you want the bottom of the shade to be, using the same extra space below your window opening as you used above; if you have a protruding windowsill, measure down to the top of the sill. That is your ordering height.

#### Above The Trim

Width:

- Looking at your window and surrounding wall, decide what area you would like to cover. We recommend the shade extends about 2" on either side of the window opening for the best light control and appearance. You can also choose to have the shade the same width as your window trim.
- Using a metal tape measure, measure from left to right including any desired extra space on each side of the window—that is your ordering width.

Height:

- Consider how far above the window you would like to install your shade but at least starting with the minimum vertical space referenced above. The shade can be positioned higher up to give the appearance of a larger window and to have more clear space in the window when the shade is raised.
- Measure from the top of where you will mount the shade on the wall down to where you want the bottom of the shade to be, using the same extra space below your window opening as you used above, or to the bottom edge of the trim if you prefer; if you have a protruding windowsill, measure down to the top of the sill. That is your ordering height.

Note: We provide complimentary spacer blocks upon request. These go behind the installation brackets to position the shade away from the wall and prevent the shade from hitting the frame. Spacer blocks add an additional 3/8" of depth for installation.

#### On The Trim

Width:

- Confirm that the height of your trim is at least the minimum height required for installing the mounting brackets. At the top of your window, use a steel measuring tape and measure from outer edge to outer edge of the trim. That is your ordering width.

Height:

- Measure from the top of your trim to the bottom of your trim or to the top of the windowsill if you have a protruding sill. That is your ordering height.

#### Door Mount

Width:

- Using a metal tape measure, measure left to right from the outside edge of the trim piece that goes around the glass to the other outside edge. That is your ordering width. However, if you have space, it is best to order the shade about 2" wider for better light control.

Height:

- Consider how far above the window trim piece you would like to install your shade but at least starting with the minimum vertical space referenced above. Measure down to where you want the bottom of the shade to be, using the same extra space below the window trim piece as you used above. That is your ordering height.

Note: We carry complimentary hold-downs (door brackets) which can be requested during the ordering process. These should be installed for a successful door mount as they secure the shade at the bottom of the door so that it does not swing when the door opens and closes.

Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O7YyciGMOfc

## How to install

- How to Install (PDF): https://cdn.toolfreeblinds.com/site/uploads/products/cellular-shades/deluxe-blackout-double-cellular-shades/documents/BLN-DBDCS-install-instructions.pdf

## Questions & Answers

3 questions from shoppers, answered by Blindster: https://frontend-v3-staging-non-prod.toolfreeblinds.com/shades/cellular-shades/motorized-deluxe-blackout-double-cellular-shades/questions

## Reviews

5 out of 5 from 2 reviews. All of them: https://frontend-v3-staging-non-prod.toolfreeblinds.com/shades/cellular-shades/motorized-deluxe-blackout-double-cellular-shades/reviews

- 5/5, Joyce, 2026-05-24: "Easy to install & look great in the room Very happy with the product…great Packaging would buy again"
- 5/5, Jessica, 2026-03-05: "They’re super easy to operate, block out light really well, and make my bedroom so much more comfortable."
