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You know that motorized shades make your home smarter, more comfortable, more convenient, and more energy-efficient. You’ve done the research and you’re ready. You want motorized shades!  

But what happens now? 

Here’s the simple step-by-step process for the ultimate window treatment upgrade: 

5 Simple Steps for Smarter Living with Motorized Window Coverings

 

 

Step 1:

Connect with a Somfy Dealer

The first step of your motorized shade project is to fill out our Connect with a Dealer form. Tell us more about what motorized products you’re looking for (Motorized shades? Motorized blinds? A motorized awning for your patio?) and we’ll be in touch shortly. Once we speak with you and confirm the details of your project, we will put you in touch with a qualified Somfy dealer in your area. And we don’t share your information with anyone else – so no spam in your inbox! 

Step 2:

Let Your Somfy Dealer be Your Guide

Somfy’s network of dealers will guide you through the process of choosing the right options for your project. There’s a lot to think about when choosing motorization to ensure that your new solution works perfectly for your lifestyle. Do you want a hardwired motor or a rechargeable one? Do you prefer blackout shades or sheer draperies? Are you looking for app and voice control? Your Somfy dealer will guide you through the process from start to finish so you can rest assured that your new smart shading solution will be the perfect fit.  

Choose the Right Window Treatment

Somfy motors work with a variety of window treatment options. Your dealer will help you decide what option is right for your windows and your style.

Roller Shades

People love roller shades for their sleek, timeless look, which is perfect both at home and in the office. Electric roller blinds fitted with Somfy motor are also very quiet and easy to operate.

Venetian Blinds

Venetian blinds are a classic and allow you to precisely control your natural light. A Somfy motor lets you adjust the angle of the blind slats or combine tilting action with the raising and lowering of your motorized Venetian blinds. 

Roman Shades

Roman shades have an attractive look that goes well with both modern and traditional homes. The large horizontal pleats fold neatly away when you raise the shades and are perfectly suited to motorization. 

Pleated Shades

Single or double pleats are stylish, modern and versatile. They are often used for hard-to-reach windows. Adding motorization that allows you to open and close pleated shades remotely makes life easier. 

Motorized Draperies

Combine the elegance of draperies with the convenience of technology. Motorized curtains are a smart way to bring some visual flair to your windows, while still protecting your privacy and maintaining energy efficiency.

Power Options: Somfy Gives You the Power to Decide

Battery vs Wired Window Treatment Motors

 

Somfy’s WireFree™ motors run on a battery that is concealed in the roller tube or housing. That means no wires, and the optional rechargeable battery lasts a long time (up to a year in some cases). When the battery gets low, simply plug in your shades, blinds, or draperies, and charge them up again.

Wired motors are ideal for larger projects and provide a continuous power supply with no need to change batteries or recharge the motors. The motors in our Sonesse series are an excellent choice.

 

Both battery-powered and wired Somfy motors are ultra-quiet and can be controlled with a remote control, wall switch, or by integrating them into your existing smart home system

Your Somfy dealer will guide you through the process from start to finish so you can rest assured that your new shades, blinds, curtains, screens or awning – and their controls - will be the perfect fit for your home.

 

Step 3:

Precise Measurements

Measurements are more complex than they might seem – and it’s critically important they’re correct. Your Somfy dealer will ensure there are no measurement mistakes by coming to your home to measure (sometimes twice!) and then ordering your products. Your job? Imagining how good your home will look with your new motorized shades!

Step 4:

Expert Install and Programming

You don’t have to be a DIY wiz to enjoy smart shading solutions. Once your custom motorized products arrive, your Somfy dealer will schedule a date for your install. Somfy dealers make sure everything is installed properly and will program your new smart shading solution. Whether you’ve decided on a remote, a wall switch, or app control, your Somfy dealer will walk you through all the necessary steps so that you can control your new motorized window coverings in the way that works best for you and your lifestyle. 

Choose Your Preferred Control Mode

How would you like to operate your motorized window treatments?

App for motorized blinds shades screens awnings curtains

App Control

Control your motorized products with your smartphone or tablet with an easy-to-use app. Create scenes that include multiple products working together and then put your motorized blinds on your schedule. Want to wake with the sun Monday through Friday and sleep in on the weekend? Easy. Want to close the shades to watch a movie? That’s easy too.

Remotes & Wall Switches

Control one product or multiple from a handheld remote or wall switch that fits seamlessly into your décor.

Voice Control

Tell your shades what to do; they’ll listen! Somfy-powered products work with prominent voice assistants like Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. Set up routines to open and close your shades or extend your awning with simple phrases. 

Step 5:

Enjoy Life with Smart Shading

Now you can kick back and relax with stylish motorized shading solutions that fit the way you live. Control your motorized shades from an app, with voice control, from a wall switch or with a remote. Close one shade in your room or all the shades at once. Create a home that’s as easy as it is smart!

Where to Buy

Connect with a Dealer

Let us help assist you with your next project and connect you with the best possible Somfy dealer.

Connect with a dealer

Shop Controls & Accessories

Somfy's new online shop makes ordering remotes, controls, & accessories simple.

Shop Controls & Accessories

Have a Question

We are happy to help answer any questions you may have regarding our products. 

 

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