This cordless system is used for raising and lowering horizontal blinds. It uses a spring-loaded mechanism to keep the bottom rail under tension, allowing the blind to automatically retract to the top of the window when released from it hold-down brackets. The blind is lowered by pulling the bottom rail down and securing it into the brackets at the bottom of the window.
A shroud that covers the chain on a window covering, like a chain guard, is designed to enclose the operating cord or chain loop, making it safer, especially for homes with children and pets. To operate a window covering with a shroud, you usually raise or slide the shroud up to expose the chain or cord, allowing you to raise or lower the blinds or shade. When you’re finished, you lower the shroud back down to cover and secure the cord or chain.
A retractable cord lift system is a cordless operating system for window coverings that uses a retractable cord or wand. To operate, you pull down on the cord or wand to lower the shade and pull up to raise it. The cord remains a consistent length, and the system is considered safer for homes with children or pets.
This cordless lift system option is available on some Wood and Faux Wood blinds. It is also used to allow for a top down bottom up option on some Honeycomb shades. It uses a button on the bottom bar which when depressed allows the blind to raise or lower.
In Canada, these blinds and shades will operate with plastic bands through the routed holes to offer enhanced safety for children and pets, by replacing the standard lift cord with a child-safe band.
Power wands on window coverings offer a convenient, cordless way to control motorized blinds and shades. They typically feature buttons for up, down, and stop/favorite positions, and some can be programmed for incremental adjustments. The wand sends a electronic signal to a motor within the shade or blind, causing it to move.
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.
Blinds are Beautiful 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.
Standard battery wands use lithium batteries. A more environmentally friendly option is a rechargeable battery wand. In both cases the battery wand is generally attached to the back of the shade headrail. If the window is accessible the wand can be easily removed to either replace the batteries or charge the wand when necessary. Choosing rechargeable batteries offer the additional options of continuous solar charging and the selection of an internal battery on some window covering products.
Enjoy your outdoor space more with the right window treatments for sliding glass doors. Ease and convenience will let you have access to your patio while maintaining control of the inside of your home.
Covering patio doors with blinds can be challenging due to the large size and sliding mechanism of these doors, which can interfere with the operation of traditional blinds. Additionally, the placement of door handles and the desire to maintain unobstructed access to the door can further complicate the process.
Our experienced Design Consultants will help you find the right window treatment while making sure it is the perfect fit for your space.
Motorized window coverings offer convenience, enhanced privacy and security, energy efficiency, and child safety, making them a popular choice for modern homes. They eliminate the need for cords, allowing for smooth and quiet operation, and can be easily controlled with a remote control or wall switch. Motorization is an excellent choice for windows that are difficult to reach because of their height or location.
Covering garden doors with blinds can be challenging due to their size, the need for functionality, and potential for damage. When selecting a blind or shade, slim headrails and hold-down brackets are often chosen for garden door shades because they offer a sleek, streamlined look and prevent the shades from moving or making noise when the door is opened or closed.
Shutters are also a good option for garden doors because they offer a blend of style, light control and privacy. They can enhance the aesthetic appeal of your garden doors and provide practical benefits like reducing heat transfer and blocking unwanted light
In this area, homes are at the mercy of the weather, experiencing up to 50% energy loss through the window. Protect your home with energy efficient window treatments that insulate throughout the year, no matter the temperature outside.
Energy-efficient window coverings improve your home by enhancing insulation, regulating temperature, and reducing energy costs..They can keep your home cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter, reducing reliance on heating and cooling systems and potentially saving you money on energy bills.
This part of the country is known for the exhausting heat of summer and the bitter cold of winter. It’s these extremes that can make Winnipeg City area homeowners searching for ways to make their homes more energy efficient and comfortable–no matter the season.
Believe it or not, but you can experience incredible energy saving features with window treatments. Cellular Shades are well-known when it comes to preventing energy loss at the window. The honeycomb shaped cells house air, creating an insulating barrier between the interior air and the exterior air.
Window shades, as well as fabric shades, roman shades, draperies and shutters, can all stop the sunlight from entering your home, making you feel as though you’re in the oven. But, the benefits don’t stop there.
Top Down Shades offer the ability to cover the majority of the window, protecting the interior of your home, while inviting natural light to flow in across the ceiling. This illumination will brighten your space, giving way to treetop views, but still allow the effect of energy saving.
Smart Shades are capable of touch of a button adjustments, or the “set it and forget it” experience of scheduled changes. Enjoy soft morning light, and watch as your motorized shades close up as the temperature begins to rise. It’s so smart, it’ll surprise you.
Dual Shades are another fantastic way to increase energy saving in your home. With two shades on one headrail, you can enjoy wide open views, the diffused light of the front translucent sheer shade, or the blissful darkness of a blackout secondary shade. This revolutionary system customizes your atmosphere with simple changes.
