CHOOSE YOUR CONTROL
Switches + Keypads
Adjust shades with wall-mounted programmable switches and keypads.
Scheduled Automation
Schedule your smart shades to activate automatically based on time of day or the position of the sun.
REMOTE CONTROLS
Manage window treatments alongside lights, entertainment, and more with a smart remote.
Touchscreens
Touch and swipe on intuitive touch panels for effortless control of motorized shading.
Voice Control
“Hey Josh, please lower the shades, it’s warm in here.” That’s all it takes to manage your smart shades with just your voice.
SMARTPHONES
Remotely control your motorized shades from anywhere you have an internet connection with an app.
"About 30% of a home's heating energy is lost through windows. In cooling seasons, about 76% of sunlight that falls on standard double-pane windows enters to become heat. Window coverings can help with this loss of energy by providing comfort, regulating temperatures, and lowering energy bills."
Light Control
Create an optimal level of natural light with light-filtering shades that adjust automatically with the sun’s position.
Privacy
Enjoy privacy at home without manual effort. Lower or close blinds and shades at sunset or whenever you don’t want visibility inside your home.
Reduce Heat Gain
During hot Utah summer days, motorized shades can filter or block the sun, keeping your home cooler and more comfortable.
Reducing Heating Costs
Honeycomb-style window shades provide insulation to keep warmth in on cold winter days, and they can be lowered with one touch.
Sound Insulation
Thicker drapery window treatments help soften room acoustics and soundproofing, and you can effortlessly control them with your smart home system.
UV Protection
Protect interior finishes and decor from fading and damage from UV rays with smart shades controlled by schedules and sensors.
1. Determine Your Needs
- Privacy: Semi-opaque shades can be suitable for some spaces, whereas fully opaque or blackout shades are more fitting for others. Evaluate the privacy requirements in bedrooms, bathrooms, and similar areas.
- Light Control: Do you want complete darkness in the mornings, or do you like having some sunlight seep in?
- Energy Efficiency: Honeycomb motorized blinds offer window insulation, helping to keep your rooms cooler in summer and warmer in winter.
- Safety: If you have young children or pets, consider cordless motorized blinds to remove the hazards of strangulation or choking.
2. Consider the Room Type
- Living Rooms: Opt for sheer curtains or drapes to let light filter in while maintaining privacy.
- Bedrooms: Use motorized blackout curtains or cellular honeycomb shades to block light and provide extra privacy.
- Kitchens: Wood blinds and Roman shades are practical, stylish, and easy to clean.
- Bathrooms: Choose moisture-resistant options like vinyl shades or faux wood blinds for durability and style.
3. Style and Decor
- Modern/Contemporary: Enhance sleek designs with roller shades, panel track blinds, or cellular shades in neutral colors and minimalist fabrics.
- Traditional: Choose rich textures and deep colors with Roman shades, elegant drapery, or wood blinds. Silk, velvet, or brocade drapes add luxury.
- Rustic/Farmhouse: Use organic materials like wood blinds, woven wooden blinds, or bamboo for a cozy, rustic feel. Layering adds warmth.
- Eclectic: Combine bold patterns, vibrant colors, and varying opacities, balancing with neutral elements for harmony.
- Industrial: Pair exposed brick and metal features with metal blinds, wooden shutters, or neutral-toned roller shades.
4. Material and Durability
- Moisture Resistance: For kitchens and bathrooms, choose materials like vinyl, faux wood, and aluminum that resist warping and mold.
- Sunlight and UV Protection: Use fade-resistant solar shades and curtains to protect furnishings from UV damage in sunny rooms.
- Insulation: Cellular (honeycomb) blinds and thermal curtains provide insulation, keeping rooms warmer in winter and cooler in summer.
- Ease of Cleaning: Opt for synthetic materials that are easy to wipe down with a damp cloth, while curtains may require more frequent laundering.
- Safety and Durability: Choose cordless, motorized window treatments to ensure safety for children and pets and select durable materials for longevity.
