Shadezone Tip of the Month: September

Motorize window coverings in hard-to-reach areas (and everywhere else if you like!)

Opening and closing your window coverings can be a complex and difficult task when using traditional mechanisms, but with motorization those problems become a thing of the past. Whether your windows are high out of reach or blocked by a heavy couch or table, motorization allows you to adjust them from across the room with the click of a button. While this may seem like a small amount of time and effort saved, the benefits will pile up over the many years that you live in your home. Motorization can also be beneficial in other areas throughout your home. In bedrooms, for example, motorization allows you to adjust your blinds while relaxing in the comfort of your bed. Even in places where there’s no special need for motorization, having the option is often more convenient than the alternatives. Motorization is especially helpful for children, seniors, and those with limited mobility. Plus, motorized window coverings can be programmed to automatically open and close at certain times of the day and can be controlled remotely when needed. This is extremely convenient when you are away from your home on holiday and would like to continue to adjust your window coverings as usual. Even when you’re just out for an afternoon, being able to close your blinds when the sun hits your building allows you to protect your furniture from being damaged by the sunlight and helps keep your home cooler for when you get back. When selecting new window coverings, consider investing in motorization, wherever it would be helpful to you.