Automated Shades for Smart Home Living
In window coverings, motorization simply means using a motor to operate the blinds or shades, typically controlled by a remote or wall switch. Automation, on the other hand, takes it a step further by adding programming and smart features, allowing the window coverings to adjust automatically based on schedules, sensors, or integration with other smart home devices.
Automation allows you to set up schedules for your shades, so that shades automatically open and close exactly when you want them to, for everyday convenience.
Here’s a look at just some of the ways this can work for you:
- Swap your alarm for a gentle wake-up by scheduling bedroom shades to open.
- Schedule kitchen shades to open while you’re enjoying breakfast.
- Schedule all shades throughout your house to close in the evening.
- Enhance security by scheduling shades to move at set times, giving your home a lived-in look while you’re away.
- In summer or warmer climates, schedule shades to close during the day to keep your house cooler.
Schedules are created and controlled using the manufactures customized app on your smart phone. These systems are also compatible with a wide range of voice activated smart home systems which adds another layer of flexibility to the operation of your shades!
There are a number of manufacturers who offer automated window coverings. At Superblinds, we have selected two brands which stand out above the rest because their technology consistently has offered our clients a superior automated window covering.
Our experienced design consultants are able to help you create your dream automated home!
