Power to your Shades
Motorization has become a popular choice for homeowners. Once you have decided to choose a motorized blind or shade, you will also need to determine what power source will be the best choice. Battery operated blinds are the most common, both standard or rechargeable batteries are available. Another option is a plug in low voltage transformer. Based on your window covering needs our designers can help determine which power source will work the best for your particular situation.
Homeowners in the building stage have a unique advantage to wire their homes for window coverings, allowing the blinds and shades to run off of low voltage wiring. Wiring the window coverings provides a reliable power supply. You’ll never have to worry about replacing batteries, as hardwired blinds draw power directly from your home’s electrical system.
Superblinds is known for our expertise in wiring for window coverings. We work with well established brands such as Lutron and Hunter Douglas who provide quiet, top quality motorized products. We can guide you through the process and work with your electrician to the projects completion. Call us or visit our showroom for more information.
Plug in Transformer (New builds only)
The 18V DC power supply can also be used for hard wiring shades. This option is available when only 1-3 shades in a house need to have wiring run to them. Similar to the large power supply box, wire is run from the window opening , through the interior of the wall to a plug in outlet, generally located near the electrical panel in the house. The cable is connected to the transformer and plugged into the outlet.
