"Introducing Motorised Blinds: A New Era of Home Comfort"

At Rods and Blinds, we often receive questions from our customers regarding the functionality of motorised blinds. People are curious about how they work, their ease of installation, and the longevity of the battery. In this informative guide, we'll address these queries, shedding light on the simplicity of installing automated blinds in your own home.

Motorised blinds, also referred to as motorised shades or automated blinds, operate through an integrated electric motor and battery, all cleverly concealed within the centre of the blind. Let's look into how motorised blinds function:

Motor and Power Source: Motorised blinds feature a compact electric motor responsible for controlling blind movement. These motors are very quiet and typically powered by electricity, usually through a rechargeable battery pack. The battery pack operates similarly to a mobile phone battery, equipped with a USB-C charging port located at the end of the blind. Charging is as straightforward as plugging the cable into our wall charger, and a fully charged battery can last up to six months or endure approximately 500 cycles of blind movement.

Installation of Motorised Blinds: Installing automated blinds is even simpler than traditional blinds with chain mechanisms. Our factory pre-installs and tests the motor for you. All that's left is to install the brackets and clip the blind into place.

Control Mechanism: Motorised blinds offer a variety of control options, including remote controls, smartphone apps, or voice commands, particularly if integrated into a smart home system. Most of our customers will just use the supplied remote control, but it is nice to know that you can build the blind motors into your full home automation system such as Alexa, Siri and Google home.

Safety Features: Safety has always been a priority at Rods and Blinds, especially for households with children and pets. Our motorised blinds are engineered with no chains or cords so are completely child and pet safe.

In conclusion, motorised blinds offer a convenient and customisable solution for managing natural light, privacy, and ambiance in your home. With just a simple command or the touch of a button, they provide modern living spaces with enhanced functionality. Choose motorised blinds from Rods and Blinds for a seamless blend of style and innovation.

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