Motorized Shades for People Who've Had Enough

Your Windows Deserve Better Than Pull Cords

The sun hits your face at 6:47 AM. Again.

You stumble out of bed, yank the shade cord, and watch one side go up while the other stays put. You could give it another tug. Maybe you just live with it. 

This is what passes for window treatment in most homes. Luckily, Lutron motorized shades fix this problem. They move when you want them to move. Both sides, same speed, no drama. Push a button on your phone, tap a wall keypad, or let them run on schedule, and they just work! The motors are quiet enough that you won't notice them, too, which is the point of motorized shades. 

Read below to learn how automating a seemingly basic daily function can elevate your life!

What Happens When Your Shades Actually Work

Good motorized shades do three things traditional blinds can't.

1. First, they manage light properly. Adjustments are automatic, so there’s no TV or laptop glare in the afternoon, and you can eat lunch without squinting. The shades move throughout the day to give you the light you want without the light you don't. You get natural light without the natural damage. Light-filtering options let brightness in while blocking harmful UV rays, so your hardwood floors and furnishings stay the color you paid for without fading.

2. Second, they cut energy costs. Summer sun heats your home whether you want it or not. Automated shades drop during peak hours to block solar heat gain. Some homeowners see cooling costs drop by 30%. In winter, shades rise to capture warm sunlight during the day and lower at night for added insulation. 

3. Third, they handle privacy without you thinking about it. Different times of day need different privacy settings. Half-raised in the morning for light without street views, and fully lowered at night for complete privacy. Dual shades give you sheer and blackout in one unit, and you can switch between them as needed.

Automated Shades Fit Into Every Part of Your Life

Every space in your home serves a different function, and automated shades add convenience and comfort without a second thought. Here’s what they can do: 

Morning: The bedroom shades rise slowly at 6:30 AM, and the kitchen shades go up at 7. You wake up gradually instead of jarring yourself awake with overhead lights.

Home Office Hours: At 9 AM, the office shades adjust to eliminate screen glare and continue to do so throughout the day, moving every hour or so.

Afternoon Break: Hit "Nap" on your keypad. Every shade in the house drops. The room goes dark. Twenty minutes later, they rise halfway to ease you back.

Movie Night: The living room shades close completely. The dining room stays at 50%, so you can still find the popcorn. One button does both.

Vacation: Shades operate on random schedules. Neighbors think you're home, and burglars think twice before attempting to get inside.

The Technical Parts (Simply Explained)

Lutron shades connect to your home network and are easy to manage:

• Smartphone apps that work anywhere

• Wall keypads that match your outlets

• Voice commands through Alexa or Google

• Automated schedules you set once and forget

These stylish, convenient smart home solutions integrate with other systems, too. Pair them with lighting, music, or security alarms for scenes that adjust everything together. Automated shades work perfectly as a standalone addition to any room or connect seamlessly to your Savant system for whole-home control. 

It’s Time to Add Luxury to Your Routines

Wouldn’t it be fun to press a button or say a voice command, and the entire room responds? With Lutron shades, you can enjoy just that! 

From high-class Roman shades to no-nonsense rollers, Lutron has the ideal window treatment option for you. Contact your local Lutron dealer, Rich AV Design, to schedule a consultation today.