Technology
Harness the power of the latest technologies to get the most out of your blinds, shutters and awnings. With new features being introduced all the time, you are sure to find a solution to make your life easier.
From motorised blinds that open and close at the touch of a button or voice command to the latest innovations in fabrics and blind design, manufacturers constantly strive to improve usability and value.
The iconic all-glass Shard building with views across London is a shining example of how state of the art shading can allow such structures to be built. Automation ensures shading is always in the optimum position for energy reduction, temperature and light control and health and wellbeing.
Speak to your local expert retailer to find a solution that best suits your individual needs.
Motorisation
Automated, wireless controls that enable you to effortlessly open and close your blinds and shutters have become more affordable than ever before.
Motorisation has the added benefit of reaching windows in high, inaccessible places so you have greater control and maximise all the benefits whatever the time of year.
You can pre-set your blinds to give the impression that the house is occupied if you are away.
From a simple remote control to systems to systems that fully integrate with your chosen smart home devices, motorisation enables you to maximise all the benefits from helping stay warm in the winter and cool in the summer as well as supporting privacy, security and wellbeing.
New Innovations
Blinds, shutters and awning manufacturers are constantly investing in new technologies to meet the needs of modern homeowners.
Against the backdrop of global warming and growing energy prices, shading products have an important role to play in helping manage extreme temperatures, light control and energy efficiency.
Roller blinds with zipped side channels, honeycomb blinds and silver lined fabrics can help maximise insulation while there’s now more choice than ever before of solar protection materials.
New textures, weaves and yarns are constantly being developed alongside eco-products made using recycled materials.
There are also high performance fabrics treated with special water repellent and dirt repelling technology to materials that can withstand different weather conditions.
Improved Safety
There are child safe alternatives for every blind style available so always consider these first when looking for your new blinds.
Manufacturers have created a wide range of blinds that do not use cords or chains.
Blinds can now be simply moved into position by hand with spring assisted operation.
Wands can be used to operate vertical blinds and venetian blinds to open and close the blinds and tilt the slats.
Motorisation offers child safe operation and ease of use, with some linking to home automation and smartphones and tablets.
Speak to your local expert retailer and visit the Make it Safe website for more information.
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