Maximise Energy Savings with Motorised Roller Blinds

Most homeowners are unaware of one of the easiest and most efficient ways to significantly reduce their energy usage: motorised roller blinds. Innovations in blind technology mean that these sleek, easy to use automated shades use very little power, while having a large impact on the energy efficiency of your home.

Whether you want to retain heat or keep your home cool, here are the ways in which motorised roller blinds help regulate the temperature of your home.

Retain Heat

Research indicates that as much as 50% of the heat your home generates is lost through the windows. While better materials and quality craftsmanship can help with insulation, the best way to increase the energy efficiency of your windows is to install automated blinds which can be programmed to open during the warmest parts of the day and close at sunset when temperatures drop, keeping your home warm even when you’re out.

Regulate Light

Motorised roller blinds can be rolled in completely, ensuring that all the glass of your window is exposed, and the blinds are tucked away neatly. This allows you to let in all the light and heat possible which reduces the need for electric lighting and heating in the home.

Keep Your Home Cool

During hot summer months, your large windows could be letting in too much heat, making your air conditioner work overtime to cool the house down. Motorised blinds can help insulate your home by covering your windows, no matter how large they are.

Low Power Requirement

Somfy’s suite of eco-designed products labelled Act for Green® aims to reduce the environmental impact of products all along their life cycle. Motors labelled Act for Green have a reduced standby power consumption of less than 0.5 Watts.  

Smartphone Control and Automation

The biggest advantage of motorised electric blinds is that they can be automated and remote controlled using your smartphone. Blinds can be programmed to retract during daylight hours to let in light and shut during the evening when it is cooler, or vice versa in the height of summer. Simply set and forget!

Speak to your local Somfy Expert

Electric blinds are becoming one of the most popular new ways for energy conscious Australians to minimise their impact on the environment. Reduce your energy costs and experience a new degree of comfort with Somfy’s motorised window blinds. Speak to your local Somfy Expert to obtain a quote today.