3 Common Myths About Automated Shades
Learn why you shouldn’t believe these misconceptions about motorized shades
Motorized shades add convenience and energy-savings to your home. Even with these benefits in mind, we encounter many clients in Rogers, AR that are reluctant to add them. That’s because there are several misconceptions about automated window treatments that often deter people from investing in them. Read our latest blog to learn about three common myths about automated shades and how our partners at Crestron and Hunter Douglas counter them.
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They’re loud.
A common misconception about automated shades is that they make a lot of noise when they open or close. No one wants to hear the loud roaring of a motor when trying to talk with guests or watch their favorite television program. Thankfully, most motorized blinds make hardly any noise at all when they are in use. With just the push of a button on your wall panel or an app, you can open all of the shades in your home without having to cover your ears. Most shades pass the "whisper test," which means that if you are whispering to someone when they open or close, the other person will still be able to hear from you. Motorized window treatments add convenience to your home without creating unwanted noise.
They’re ugly.
Shades are an essential component of your home's aesthetic. No one wants unattractive window treatments that are highly visible and covering large windows throughout their home. Many people are hesitant to invest in automated shades because they believe they will clash with their current décor. This is not the case. Motorized window treatments from Hunter Douglas and Crestron come in a wide variety of colors and styles so that you can choose blinds that blend seamlessly into the design of your home. Crestron’s in-wall control panels also come in a large selection of colors and materials, ensuring that every aspect of your automated shades experience is personalized and customizable.
They’re too expensive.
These days, almost everyone has some form of smart technology in their home. In earlier times, only the extraordinarily wealthy could afford to make their home stylish. The increase in popularity has brought down the manufacturing costs of smart devices and made them more accessible to consumers. Automated shades have also benefitted from this increase in popularity; they are now not more significantly expensive than manual window treatments.
When partnered with a home automation system, they can even help you to cut down on your electricity bill. By connecting to your smart thermostat, your Crestron system will know when a room is too hot or cold. Instead of using the HVAC to adjust the temperature, the system will either open the blinds to let the sun warm up the room or close the blinds to cool things off. You will use less energy on climate management and will save money on your monthly bills.
HomeTroniX is a trusted shading expert in Rogers, AR. Contact our team by giving us a call, filling out a contact form, or reaching out through the chatbox on the corner of your screen. We can’t wait to hear from you.
