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Motorised systems and controls for external Venetian blinds
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Everything you need to know!
Select the motorised system that’s right for you.
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Somfy motorised systems are compatible with most external Venetian blinds. What type of external Venetian blinds do you have?
- Standard external Venetian blinds: The adjustable slats are connected by visible cords passing through slots in each slat.
- Metal external Venetian blinds: These types of external Venetian blinds have slat adjustment and drive mechanisms concealed in the channels. The blind slats can also come in different shapes - flat, Z-shaped, or curved depending on the design, strength and desired effect. They can sometimes be referred to as louvre systems. -
The points to check before selecting a motorised system:
1. Do you have a power supply at the spot you wish to install the motor?