• Power To Your Shades

    Battery and Hardwire options for Motorized Blinds and Shades

    Battery vs Hardwired Power for Motorized Blinds & Shades

    When it comes to motorized window coverings, choosing the right power source is essential for convenience, performance, and long-term enjoyment. At Superblinds in Winnipeg, we help homeowners compare battery vs hardwired motorized blinds and plug-in options, guiding you to the solution that fits your home, lifestyle, and design goals. We partner with trusted brands like Hunter Douglas and Lutron to ensure every system operates smoothly and quietly.

    Battery-Powered Motorized Blinds

    Battery-powered motorized blinds are a popular choice for existing homes because they’re easy to install and require no wiring. Available with standard or rechargeable batteries, they offer flexibility and low-maintenance operation. This option is ideal for homeowners who want automated blinds without major construction, while still enjoying the convenience of smart, motorized control.

    Plug-In Transformer Options

    For homes with nearby outlets, plug-in low-voltage transformers provide a reliable, consistent power source without hardwiring. This solution works well for frequently used shades or rooms where battery replacement might be inconvenient. Plug-in systems are a practical way to enjoy motorized operation without altering your walls or ceilings, while still maintaining smooth, dependable performance.

    Hardwired Motorized Blinds

    Hardwired motorized blinds deliver maintenance-free, consistent power, making them perfect for large windows or multiple shades. This option is only available in new construction or remodels where walls are open. Low-voltage wiring is then installed directly from a control panel to the window frame.

    Planning ahead during construction also allows for recessed ceiling pockets to be added. Pockets fully conceal shades when raised for a sleek, minimalist appearance. This careful planning ensures perfect placement, optimized light control, and a seamless, custom look throughout your home. Paired with Hunter Douglas and Lutron products, hardwired blinds operate quietly and reliably, providing long-term performance and a polished design.

    Why Choose Superblinds

    At Superblinds, we deliver more than products — we deliver a personalized service experience. Our team helps homeowners choose the best power source, coordinate installations with electricians for hardwired systems, and integrate motorized blinds seamlessly into your home’s style. From battery-powered convenience to hardwired sophistication, we ensure your window coverings look beautiful, operate flawlessly, and enhance the design of every room.

    Visit our Winnipeg showroom or contact Superblinds to explore motorized blinds and shades in action. Let our experts guide you in creating a smart, stylish, and functional window covering solution for your home.

    Battery-wands

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    Standard battery wands use lithium batteries. A more environmentally friendly option is a rechargeable battery wand. In both cases the battery wand is generally attached to the back of the shade headrail. If the window is accessible the wand can be easily removed to either replace the batteries or charge the wand when necessary. Choosing rechargeable batteries offer the additional options of continuous solar charging and the selection of an internal battery on some window covering products.

  • PowerView®

    PowerView by Hunter Douglas | Motorized Window Shades

    PowerView® Automation moves your beautiful shades to your schedule. It’s your home and your light to control.

    Remote Control

    Simple and easy. Remote control shades offer a no-fuss solution to light control.

    Smart Device

    Smart control. Use your phone or tablet to set room scenes and schedule movement.

    Smart Home

    We’re compatible. Use your Smart Shades with Alexa, Siri, Google Home & more.

    PowerView Smart Shades do so much more than just adjust open and closed. All the special features you love can be easily accessed with a tap or a voice command. Adjust top down shades from the bottom AND the top. These motorized blinds can even open and close specialty vanes. It’s more than convenience. It’s life changing smart home tech.

    The beauty of smart shades is the ability to have them exactly where they need to be throughout the course of the day, thanks to Bluetooth technology, which features real-time, two-way communication between your shades and the PowerView system.

    Take a look below at the Hunter Douglas PowerView video that explains just how easy this process is!

    Here’s a list of automated shades, blinds & shutters from Hunter Douglas:

    • Sonnette® Shades
    • Designer Banded Shades
    • Alustra® Woven Textures
    • Parkland® Wood Blinds
    • Everwood® Composite Blinds
    • Modern Precious Metals® Blinds
    • Luminette® Privacy Sheers
    • Skyline® Gliding Window Panels
    • Duette® with Vertiglide™
    • Palm Beach™ Polysatin™ Shutters

  • Lutron®

    Lutron automation

    Upgrade your home with Lutron Motorized Shades from Superblinds, an authorized Lutron dealer. These premium motorized window coverings offer whisper-quiet, precise operation and long-lasting quality. With Superblinds, you get genuine Lutron products, professional installation, and expert guidance you can trust. Perfect for enhancing light control, privacy, and modern style, Lutron Motorized Shades deliver both convenience and sophistication to every space.

    Lutron® motorized shades are available in a variety of styles so you can choose the type that works best with your home’s design.

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    Watch this video to see why Lutron is a leader in the industry of home automation for lighting and window coverings

    Seamless integration

    The smart hub enables Caséta to work with more smart home devices than any other smart lighting control brand, so you have the flexibility to build the smart system you want and control it how you like with the free Lutron app, smart remote, voice assistant, or automated schedules. And since it can control up to 74 devices, you can be confident that you can expand the system as you go.

    Here’s a list of automated shades, blinds & shutters we carry from Lutron® :

  • Skylift Manual Operation

    SkyLift™ manual operation system, engineered by Hunter Douglas specifically for skylight window coverings, offering smooth, precise control in hard-to-reach spaces. Available at Superblinds in Winnipeg, this innovative lift system allows homeowners to operate their skylight shades using a simple hand crank or a telescoping pole for elevated applications. Designed for reliability and ease of use, the SkyLift system provides a practical, streamlined solution for managing light, glare, and privacy in skylight windows.

    How Hunter Douglas SkyLift Manual Operation Works

    The SkyLift manual system offers two straightforward operating methods:

    • Hand Crank Operation – A dedicated hand crank provides direct control of the skylight shade. By turning the crank, the shade smoothly opens or closes with minimal effort.
    • Telescoping Pole Operation – For higher or hard-to-reach skylights, a telescoping pole allows you to operate the shade comfortably from the floor, making it ideal for vaulted ceilings and elevated installations.

    Both options are designed to deliver controlled, consistent movement while maintaining the clean appearance of your skylight window coverings.

    Benefits of SkyLift Manual Operation

    • Designed specifically for skylight applications
    • Smooth, controlled shade positioning
    • Ideal for high or angled ceilings
    • No electrical wiring required
    • Reliable long-term performance
    • Clean, minimal hardware appearance

    The SkyLift system is most commonly paired with honeycomb shades for skylight installations, providing an effective combination of insulation and dependable manual control.

    At Superblinds in Winnipeg, our team ensures proper measuring, placement, and installation of your Hunter Douglas SkyLift system for optimal performance. Schedule a consultation to explore the best skylight lift solution for your home.

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  • Skylights

    Skylight windows invite gorgeous natural light into your home. But, there are times of day–and seasons of the year–where the direct rays coming into Winnipeg homes is not welcome. Suddenly, that beautiful light is causing squinting headaches, heat exhaustion and damaged interiors.

    When you cover skylight windows with the right window coverings, you’ll experience light when and if you want it. You’ll maintain comfort, while adding a layer of protection against harsh UV rays.

    Hunter Douglas Doulite Duettes, which are a type of honeycomb shade, are available for skylights. They offer the options of a room darkening or light filtering fabric for the bottom shade and a sheer shade on the top to keep the damaging effects of UV rays to a minimum. It’s two shades in one!

    Make adjustments simple with a manual crank, or even better, smart shades. The innovation of automated shades allows you to make adjustments with a tap on your phone or a voice command. Set schedules, save favorites, or sync the movement with your smart home system. It’s as easy as that.

    Sheer fabric skylight shade filtering natural light in a home with Hunter Douglas Duette® SkyLift system
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    Room darkening honeycomb skylight shade fully closed for light control and UV protection in a home
    Light filtering or Room darkening bottom fabric

    SkyLift skylight system, available on Duette® and Applause® Honeycomb Shades, is specifically suited for skylights. Choose PowerView® Automation for these shades, or manual operation with a hand crank or telescoping pole for hard-to-reach windows. Either way, the SkyLift system is perfect for very large, overhead windows. Meet with a Superblinds expert to learn more.

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  • Hard to Reach Windows

    smart home shades covering hard-to-reach windows for comfort and privacy in Winnipeg

    Hard to Reach Windows Winnipeg: Smart Shades & Automation Solutions

    Hard to Reach Windows Winnipeg homeowners trust Superblinds for effortless control of elevated, oversized, or hard-to-access windows. Our motorized and automated shade solutions, including Hunter Douglas PowerView® Automation and Lutron systems, let you schedule movements, adjust sun control remotely, and optimize privacy with ease. Whether using a wall switch, remote, smartphone app, or full smart home integration, managing high or difficult windows has never been easier. Enjoy precise light control, energy efficiency, and enhanced comfort while keeping your home stylish and functional.

    Why Hard-to-Reach Windows Need Smart Solutions

    Vaulted ceilings, skylights, and oversized architectural windows add beauty and natural light to your home—but they come with challenges. Reaching these windows manually can be inconvenient, unsafe, or simply impossible. Direct sunlight can cause glare, heat buildup, and UV damage to your furniture and flooring. That’s where motorized and automated shades become a game-changer, offering safe, reliable, and convenient control no matter the window’s height or location.

    Motorized and Automated Shade Options

    Superblinds offers a range of solutions for hard-to-reach windows:

    • Hunter Douglas PowerView® Automation: Program your shades to move automatically at specific times, control them remotely via smartphone or tablet, and sync them with your smart home system.
    • Lutron Integration: Connect your shades to lighting and other smart home devices for fully automated comfort and energy efficiency.
    • Manual options with wall switches or telescoping poles are also available for smaller or less complex windows.

    Benefits of Automation for High Windows

    Automated window coverings provide more than convenience—they improve your home’s comfort and efficiency:

    • Effortless control of windows that are out of reach
    • Consistent light management to reduce glare and heat
    • Protection from harmful UV rays
    • Enhanced privacy with scheduled movements
    • Multiple control options: wall switch, remote, smartphone app, or voice command

    Why Choose Superblinds

    At Superblinds, we understand that every home is unique. Our certified design consultants work closely with you to create solutions tailored to your windows, style, and lifestyle. As a trusted Hunter Douglas and Lutron dealer in Winnipeg, we combine industry-leading products with expert installation to ensure your hard-to-reach windows are effortless to manage, safe, and beautiful.

    Smartphone controlling automated Sonnette roller shades by Hunter Douglas in a home

    Get Started with Hard-to-Reach Window Solutions

    Don’t let high, vaulted, or hard-to-access windows limit your comfort or style. Meet with a Superblinds designer to explore the perfect motorized or automated shade solution for your home. With Hunter Douglas PowerView® Automation and Lutron integration, controlling even the tallest windows is effortless, precise, and fully customized to your lifestyle.

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  • Privacy Solutions with Blinds & Shades

    Solve privacy challenges in every room with blinds and shades that give you full control over light, view, and comfort. Adjust opacity, openness factors, and use top down bottom up shades or dual shades to match each room’s needs—whether you want bright, airy living areas or fully private bedrooms. These solutions keep your Winnipeg home secure, stylish, and functional, while letting in natural light without compromising privacy.

    Openness Factor in Blinds: Light, Privacy, and Visibility

    The openness factor of blinds measures the density of the fabric weave, expressed as a percentage, and determines how much light and visibility pass through. Blinds with a low openness factor have a tighter weave, blocking more light and providing enhanced privacy, while a higher openness factor allows more natural light in and maintains outdoor views. Understanding openness factors helps you choose blinds that perfectly balance light control, privacy, and room comfort.

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    Window Covering Opacity: Light Control and Privacy

    Opacity refers to how much light passes through a fabric and directly affects both light control and privacy in a room. Sheer fabrics let in the most natural light while offering minimal privacy, making them ideal for bright, airy spaces. In contrast, blackout fabrics block nearly all light, providing maximum privacy and creating a dark, comfortable environment. Choosing the right opacity will help you balance natural light, privacy, and room comfort for every space.

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    Roller shade in a light filtering fabric in a child's bedroom

    View Through: Evening Privacy and Light Control

    Evening privacy is essential for safety, security, and personal comfort. When interior lights are on, rooms with bright light become more visible from outside. The opacity and weave of your window coverings control how much can be seen, while the location of your primary light source affects visibility. Look at the photos below to see different fabrics in real-life lighting so you can choose the perfect balance of privacy, light control, and comfort for every room in your home.

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    Top down bottom up shades

    Daylighting with topdown bottomup shades

    Control light and privacy with top down bottom up shades. Lower the top to let in sunlight while keeping the bottom private. Raise the bottom for full natural light. These versatile shades work perfectly in street-facing rooms, living areas, and any space where light and privacy matter.

    Dual Shades

    Dual roller shades provide privacy and light control

    Take control of your space with Dual shades. These privacy blinds and shades let you enjoy soft, natural light or complete privacy. Use the light-filtering layer for a gentle glow. Pull down the room-darkening layer to block outside views. Your home stays bright, comfortable, and protected.

  • Dual Shades

    Dual Shade Solutions Winnipeg: Two-in-One Window Shades for Ultimate Light Control

    Dual Shades offer the perfect combination of natural light and privacy. With two-in-one shades, you can enjoy soft, filtered daylight while still having the option to block out harsh sun or create a fully darkened room. Superblinds provides a wide range of dual shade options, including dual roller shades and dual honeycomb shades, so you can customize light control for every room in your home while maintaining style and comfort.A wide range of light control, from light-filtering to room darkening, allows you to achieve the best of both worlds. Discover how a Dual feature brings two-in-one shades to your windows.

    Features

    • Two Shades In One
    • Soft, Filtered Light with One Shade
    • Block the Sun with the Secondary Portion

    Why Choose Dual Shades?

    Living with natural light is beautiful—but too much sunlight can create glare, heat, and discomfort. Dual shades let you control your windows on your terms:

    • Two Shades in One: Light-filtering and room-darkening shades on the same window
    • Soft, Filtered Light: Enjoy a warm glow without harsh glare
    • Block the Sun: Use the secondary shade to darken your room for comfort or sleep.

    Features of Dual Shade Systems

    • Light-filtering shade for natural, gentle illumination
    • Room-darkening shade for full privacy and sun protection
    • Versatile options including dual roller shades and dual honeycomb shades
    • Easy to operate manually or with motorized automation for convenience

    Benefits of Dual Shades

    • Flexible light control for different times of day
    • Protection from harsh sunlight and UV rays
    • Enhances sleep and comfort with room-darkening option
    • Stylish design that adapts to any room décor

    Get Started with Dual Shade Solutions with Superblinds

    Experience the perfect balance of light, privacy, and style with dual shade solutions in Winnipeg from Superblinds. Our certified design consultants help you choose the ideal combination of light-filtering and room-darkening shades, including dual roller shades, dual honeycomb shades, or motorized options. With professional installation and optional automation, your windows become effortless to control, safe, and stylish. Contact a Superblinds designer today to customize your dual shade system and enjoy soft natural light when you want it—or complete darkness when you need it.

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  • Child Safe Blinds

    Child Safe Blinds

    Cords and kids don’t mix. Did you know that ordinary household items like window coverings with long accessible cords can seriously harm or cause death to a child?

    In 2021, new regulations for corded window coverings came into force in Canada. Before the change, an average of one child per year died from strangulation by a window covering cord. One death per year involving a home décor product is one too many.

    Canada’s requirements for window coverings are the strictest in the world, and apply to all products sold in Canada, both custom-made and off the shelf.

    Health risks

    In Canada, there have been many reports of strangulation deaths and near-fatal incidents caused by window coverings with long, accessible cords. Children between 1 and 3 years old are most at risk.

    Strangulation can occur when a child:

    • places their head through a cord loop
    • wraps a single long cord around their neck
    • pulls inner cords out of the window covering and puts their head through a loop

    Strangulation happens quickly and quietly. It can happen even when caregivers are nearby. It only takes 22 centimeters of cord (or a 44 centimeter loop), to strangle a child. This can cause:

    • unconsciousness in 15 seconds
    • brain damage in 4 minutes
    • death in 6 minutes

    Reduce the risk

    Replace window coverings that have long accessible cords

    Any type of long accessible cord, such as cords on the side, inside or back of the window covering, can strangle a child. The safest window coverings are ones without long accessible cords.

    To keep your child safe:

    • Remove window coverings that have long accessible cords.
    • If you can only replace some window coverings, start with those in children’s rooms and play spaces.
    • Use all additional components and accessories that come assembled with your window coverings (for example, a cord shield). These components help keep children safe and should not be removed.

    Safety tips for long accessible cords on older window coverings

    If you can’t replace your older window coverings that have long accessible cords, you can still take steps to reduce the risk. Until you can replace them, make sure to:

    • Always keep cords out of reach of children.
    • Follow the manufacturer’s instructions and read all warnings.
    • Never place cribs, beds, and playpens near a window where a child could reach a cord.
    • Do not place furniture that a child can climb near a window.
    • Securely attach tension devices supplied with window coverings to the wall so a child can’t place the cord around their neck.
    • Install a cleat or tie-down device up high on the wall and use it to keep cords out of reach.
    • Never tie knots in cords. Immediately untie any knots that form accidentally.
    • Remove any devices that form dangling loops, whether at the bottom, middle, or top of the cords.

    Window coverings with long accessible cords can become an even greater risk if incorrectly installed. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions when installing and using window coverings.

    Excerpt taken from: https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/home-safety/blind-cord-safety.html

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    Child Safety in window coverings for a nursery

    When you have children or pets living in your home–or even just visiting, it’s important to have the peace of mind that cordless blinds and shades represent. At Superblinds, we want to ensure the safety of our community members’ homes. We have a number of operating systems that make safety a priority for children and pets.

    Find out more about the choices in lift systems, from cordless to cord-safe, and from manual to power options. You’ll rest easy with these innovative safety features, and with the clean look they provide, you’ll wonder why you didn’t do it sooner.

    Keep your children safe with cordless blinds and shades.

  • Introducing LightLock™

    LightLock by Hunter Douglas

    LightLock™ Duette® Shades – Total Darkness Meets Energy Efficiency

    LightLock Duette Shades bring innovative Hunter Douglas technology to your home, delivering complete darkness and exceptional energy efficiency.

    How Does This System Work?

    Designed with U-shaped side channels and specialty blackout fabric, these shades block 100% of incoming light, creating the perfect environment for sleep, movie time, or relaxation in any room. Their unique cellular construction helps insulate your windows, reducing energy loss and maintaining comfort year-round.

    Why Choose LightLock™ Duette® Shades?

    • 100% Blackout: U-shaped side channels and blackout fabric seal out all light for uninterrupted rest or entertainment.
    • Energy Efficiency: The cellular design reduces heat transfer, helping maintain indoor temperature and lower energy costs.
    • Versatile Applications: Ideal for bedrooms, media rooms, nurseries, or any space that needs complete darkness.
    • Stylish Design: Available in a variety of fabrics and colors to complement any interior décor.

    Not Just for Bedrooms

    While perfect for a restful night’s sleep, LightLock™ Duette® Shades aren’t limited to bedrooms. Their 100% blackout capability makes them ideal for any space that benefits from total darkness, including naptime areas for children or grandchildren, media rooms for daytime or evening entertainment, and east- or west-facing rooms that receive intense sunlight. Enjoy complete light control and comfort anywhere in your home.

    Optional Enhancements

    • Duette® Fabrics: Choose from luxurious, high-quality fabrics that suit your style.
    • Custom Fit: Shades are designed to fit seamlessly inside your window frame for maximum effectiveness.
    Light Lock by Hunter Douglas

    Whether you’re helping children sleep longer, creating a true home theater experience, or reducing glare in sun-facing rooms, LightLock™ Duette® Shades provide a practical and stylish solution. Experience total darkness, enhanced energy efficiency, and sleek design—all in one premium window treatment.

    Ready to transform your space? Contact our experts today to explore LightLock™ Duette® Shades and discover the perfect blackout solution for your home.

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