A motorised outdoor window shades is the first step to making life at home more convenient.
By adding a touch of connectivity, maximise indoor comfort and protect yourself from prying eyes.
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Vertical exterior blinds are also known as outdoor roller shades or outdoor window blinds. They can be installed on windows, bay windows or pergolas to afford more comfort to the inside of your home. They filter the light in the house and keep UV radiation out. The screen cloth runs electrically along 2 guide rails silently to any desired position, operate them remotely.
Outdoor window shades are usually installed by a professional who should be able to help you with choosing a motor. He will be able to :
- explain you the benefits of the exterior screens
- configure the different motors
- link the remote controls and the sensors
The choice of a motor for outdoor shades depends on several factors: the size of your shades, the type of technology they use, their fabrics,either you opt for a manual or automatic control...
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Universal motorisation for outdoor vertical screens.
The all-in-one radio or wired screen motor, with advanced features to match all screen specificities.
Maestria 50 motor is designed for various types of external vertical screens : standard screens, zip screens or screens with locks.
MOVE your awning, rolling shutter, screen effortless and remotely thanks to the radio control.
Effortlessly adjust awnings, screens, EVBs, and roller shutters based on sunlight using the discrete and wireless Sunis wirefree IO sensor by Somfy. With ...
Effortlessly control two pieces or equipment groups with the Situo 2 RTS double-channel remote. Enjoy simplicity and ease with Up, My, and Down buttons ...
Enjoy wireless one touch control of a single Somfy connected product with the stylish and easy to install Somfy Smoove Origin wall switch.
Everything you need to know!
Select the motorised system that’s right for you.
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The points to check before selecting a motorised system:
1. What type of external screens do you prefer? Two options: choose between a standard external screen or a Zip screen. Zip screens offer real advantages: a perfectly tight fabric, greater wind resistance and total darkness.
2. What is the angle of your wall? Motorised systems for external screens can only be installed on perfectly straight walls ( 180° angle).
3. What quality of fabric do you need? Certain criteria will determine which product is right for you: UV and weather resistance, easy maintenance, etc. -
Several types of external screens exist:
1. Screens with cassette. The sealed cassette protects the fabric from bad weather and guarantees that your equipment lasts longer.
2. Traditional screens. There are two types of screen systems: a rail system that guides the fabric along rails, or a cable system that guides its travel freely. For these screens, we recommend you use the Sunea io motorised system.
3. Zip screens. The fabric is held in place in the side channels thanks to a half-zip system. For these screens, we recommend you use the Maestria 50+ io motorised system.
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The points to check before selecting a motorised system:
1. Screen. Several projection screen formats exist: 3:4, 9:16 and others. The screen format must be considered before deciding on which motorised system is best.
2. Quiet motorised systems. To take full advantage of the acoustic comfort provided by the Sonesse® solutions, we recommend you use the “Designed for Silence” accessories.
3. Available power supplies. A power supply must be available near the motor. These Somfy products must be installed by a professional.