Orlando Motorized Shades | New Window Treatments

Has Staying Home Opened Your Eyes To The Need For New Window Treatments?

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Many of our customers are spending more time at home than usual due to the COVID-19 outbreak. We’re heard from several of them that now that they are home all day they have noticed that certain rooms are “too sunny”, “too dark”, “dated”, or just in need of a refresh and they know that new window treatments can make a big difference in the comfort, look, and feel of a room.

Improve Home Function With Modern Window Coverings

Fresh window coverings from Orlando Motorized Shades are one of the easiest ways to improve the function and comfort of your home. Our window treatments range from traditional roller shades and wood blinds to cellular shades, pleated shades, and Roman shades in hundreds of colors.

Best of all, we do all the work! All you have to do is choose the style and color that you like. Our expert consultants will help you choose window coverings and materials that achieve your objectives whether that is to block out sunlight and noise, update the room’s look, or function more efficiently.

Are you working from home but finding it hard to work efficiently because of sunlight streaming in or causing glare on your computer screen? Solar shades, pleated shades, or Roman shades in sun-blocking materials can fix this problem.

Do you want some sun, but also need to maintain some privacy? Try tilt blinds, available in wood and faux-wood.

Do you have a lot of windows that follow the line of the sun, forcing you to constantly open and close the window coverings all day long? Our motorized window treatment solutions can eliminate this hassle!

Have you realized just how dated and shabby your window covering are now that you see them all day? Schedule an appointment with us to explore a whole new look!

Free In-Home Consultations Follow COVID-Safe Procedures

Orlando Motorized Shades is open for business during this time. Much of the process can be handled remotely or during a phone call. When we do need access to your home to measure windows or finalize product selections, our consultants and installers follow all recommended safe distancing practices and wear masks for your safety.

If you are ready to upgrade your window coverings, contact us at (407) 977-0886 or schedule online today!

Modern Window Coverings For 2020

Is 2020 The Year To Refresh Your Window Treatments?

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2020 brings us not just a new year but an entirely new decade! It’s the perfect time to update the look of your home or office with new window treatments. Better yet, take advantage of modern technology and opt for motorized shades or blinds so you can raise and lower window coverings with the touch of a button. Talk about embracing the new decade!

Modern Styles In Every Color

Window treatments are so much more than boring and blah functional items. The right choice can become part of your home décor, enhancing the look of a room while still doing its duty of protecting privacy and guarding against intruding light. Orlando Motorized Shades offers window coverings in the following styles:

  • Cellular and Honeycomb Shades. These are a great choice if you want to regulate room temperature because the cellular design traps air to prevent heat transfer between the interior of the home and the window.
  • Pleated Shades. Accordion-style folds deliver a crisp, clean look. Choose from solid or patterned designs to add interest and color to the room.
  • Roller Shades. This is the classic shade that rolls down and then rolls back up with a little tug. Also called solar shades for their ability to block out the sun, these shades can be used alone or with curtains or drapes.
  • Roman Shades. If you want variety, look to Roman Shades. These are available in balloon, teardrop, relaxed, or cascading styles to complement any room. Fabric choices add texture and interest, block sunlight, or reduce glare, depending on your choices.
  • Wood and Faux-Wood Blinds. Our blinds are available in different stain and paint colors as well as slat sizes to work in any room. Motorized tilt functions make it easy to control light and privacy, even in rooms with a lot of windows.

Out With The Old, In With The New

If your window treatments are looking a little dated, it’s time for a refresh! Orlando Motorized Shades makes it easy to replace your old window coverings with new selections. We offer free on-site consultations for homes and businesses, so you can look at samples and see styles in the room where the shades or blinds will hang. Meet with a professional designer who can help you choose new window treatments that you’ll love for years! Call Orlando Motorized Shades at (407) 977-0886 to schedule a free consultation today!

Motorized Shades | Solar Shades | Solar Heat Gain

Reduce Solar Heat Gain With Motorized Solar Shades

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Windows are a must in homes and business buildings. They let in light, fresh air, and allow those inside to see what is going on outside the four walls. But they can also be a tremendous energy hog, accounting for as much as a 30% loss in heating or cooling energy due to solar gain.

Solar gain, or solar heat gain, is the term used to describe the increased temperature of a space due to solar rays or solar radiation. If you notice a significant increase in a room’s temperature on a sunny day, you’ve got solar gain. Here in the Sunshine State that can drive up energy usage and send cooling bills soaring.

Fortunately, there are ways to reduce solar gain that don’t involve buying new windows or blocking out the sun entirely. Solar shades are one option.

Solar Shades Let Light In But Keep Heat Out

Solar shades look like a traditional roller shade, but the material that they are made of is designed to allow light to enter the building while blocking UV rays, glare, and heat. Those inside the building can still see out, but anyone outside will have a hard time seeing in.

The weave of the fabric determines the shades opacity as well as how much heat it lets in. Fabrics with a dense weave reflect more heat, reduce glare the most, and let in less light than fabrics with a lower weave density. Orlando Motorized Shades carries a wide variety of solar shade fabrics that allow property owners to choose the amount of light they want to let into their buildings.

Motorization Supports Energy Savings

By adding motorization to solar shades, home and business owners can realize even greater energy savings. Motorized shades open and close at the push of a button making it easy to let in light or prevent heat gain. Our motorization system operates via remote control or phone app, so you can set a schedule for the shades to raise and lower or even manage shades when you’re away from the home or office! There is no better way to manage privacy, natural lighting, or to fight solar heat gain!

Schedule an on-site consultation with Orlando Motorized Shades to learn more about motorized solar shades for your home or business. Call (407) 977-0886 or schedule online today!

Living Room Window Treatments | Orlando Motorized Shades

Spruce Up The Most Public Area Of The Home With Fresh Living Room Treatments

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The living room is one of the most public areas of the home. It’s where we entertain guests, where families hang out, and where many people focus their home décor. Rooms like this deserve to look their best and the perfect living room window treatment can be the finishing touch that pulls it all together.

Experiment With Window Treatments In The Living Room

The living room is a great place to play with different types and styles of window treatments. They often feature the largest windows in the home and are usually some of the biggest rooms in the home as well. They also aren’t limited by the room’s function like a bedroom or kitchen might be. This gives homeowners a lot of creative freedom to try styles, colors, patterns, and designs that might not work as well in a different room of the house.

Bedrooms, for example, might be limited to room-darkening curtains, but in the living room, you can play with sheers and light-filtering materials, and more! Larger room sizes mean you can go with bigger and bolder patterns and not overwhelm the room too. Since you don’t have to worry about moisture, food, or odors as you do in bathrooms and kitchens, you can splurge on luxe fabrics like silk or velvet without fear of ruining the living room window treatment.

Popular Living Room Window Treatments

  • Wood and Faux Wood Blinds. Wood and faux wood blinds work with just about any type of décor from modern, minimalist living rooms to earthy, natural rooms and casual, comfortable environments. They are a timeless choice that allows you to control light and privacy and they can be “softened” around the edges by hanging curtains up too!
  • Cellular and Honeycomb Shades. Cellular and honeycomb shades are a smart choice for drafty living rooms or those with large windows. If you experience significant heat transfer through your windows, these shades offer a layer of thermal protection while still looking great.
  • Roller Shades. Roller shades have come a long way from the days of pull-down vinyl shades. Today’s shades can go up or down with just the slightest of pressure and are available in colors, patterns, and styles that will have you pulling the shades down more often just to enjoy their look!
  • Roman Shades. Roman shades are increasingly popular in living rooms due to their elegant appearance and carefree operation. Tie them up when you want to let in light and untie them for privacy. There are hundreds of colors, patterns, and styles available to enhance any living room windows!
  • Motorized Shades. Motorization can be added to any shade offered by Orlando Motorized Shades. Once you try motorized shades, you will wonder how you ever lived without them! Just the press of a button will allow you to control light and privacy and make it easier to manage awkward or hard-to-reach windows.

Browse Living Room Window Treatments In Your Home

Update the look of your living room with help from Orlando Motorized Shades! Call us to schedule a free, in-home consultation where we’ll measure your windows, offer advice, and share with you our hundreds of living room window treatment styles and designs. Your home will look better than ever with custom window treatments from Orlando Motorized Shades!

Call Orlando Motorized Shades at (407) 977-0886 or schedule online today!

Kitchen Window Treatments | Orlando Motorized Shades

Best Kitchen Window Treatments For Ambiance and Comfort

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The kitchen is often referred to as the heart of the home. It’s the room where food and memories are made and is one of the most heavily trafficked areas of the house. Kitchen window treatments make kitchens more inviting and comfortable, protect privacy, and complement the décor. But not all window treatments are recommended for the kitchen.

Choose Kitchen Window Treatments With Care

There are safety and practicality concerns to think of when selecting kitchen window coverings. If windows are located near the stove, sink, or food preparation areas you might want to shy away from heavy fabrics and instead go for easy-clean up wood or faux wood blinds or shutters. Windows that are located away from mess-prone areas present more opportunity, but you’ll still want to factor in the location of the window in relation to the sun, any privacy concerns, and how the windows are used.

Popular Kitchen Window Treatments

  • Wood and Faux Wood Blinds. Wood and faux wood blinds are a smart option if there’s a chance of the window treatment getting splattered with grease, water, or food. Blinds clean easily with soap and water or a quick wipe down, but still provide natural light and privacy when needed.
  • Cellular and Honeycomb Shades. If your kitchen is drafty or you notice temperature fluctuations based on the season or even time of day, cellular shades can help stabilize the situation. The air pockets that are built into these shades add an extra layer of insulation, helping to reduce energy consumption and control room temperature.
  • Roller Shades. Classic roller shades, also known as solar shades, can be used in just about any situation. They boast simple functioning and a wide range of colors, fabrics, and textures to meet any need. Light-filtering materials allow light in, but block prying eyes. Thermal materials help insulate the room. Treated fabrics can even provide UV protection in sunny kitchens. 
  • Roman Shades. Roman shades are an elegant, yet carefree, option. Simply tie them up when you want light and let the ties out for privacy. These are a particularly good option if you have an eat-in kitchen with a nearby window as they bridge the gap between kitchen and dining décor. 
  • Motorized Shades. Motorized shades can’t be beat for large, high, or awkward windows and sliding glass doors. With the press of a button, you can easily open or close your shades or blinds to control lighting and privacy. With our Somfy systems, you can even program your shades and blinds to open and close on a schedule. 

Schedule a Free In-Home Consultation For Kitchen Window Treatments In Orlando

Orlando Motorized Shades has your next kitchen window covering! We carry hundreds of colors, textures, and fabrics so you can design a custom window treatments that meet the exact needs of your home and look great while doing so! Schedule an in-home consultation to learn more about our kitchen window treatments!

Contact Orlando Motorized Shades at (407) 977-0886 or schedule online today!

Bedroom Window Treatments | Blackout Curtains | Orlando Motorized Shades

Rest Easy With Orlando Motorized Shades’ Bedroom Window

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Sleep is so important for our physical and mental health, yet 45% of Americans report that poor sleep affects their daily activities! One reason for this may come down to the bedroom environment. A dark environment is essential for a good night’s sleep, but too many of us have devices in our rooms that emit a blue glow all night or have light coming in through the windows all night.

Orlando Motorized Shades can help you sleep better with our bedroom window treatments! Blackout shades, room-darkening curtains, and programmable, motorized window treatments can all keep your bedroom dark when you need it to be.

Create A Sleep-Worthy Environment

After great pillows and a comfortable mattress, appropriate window treatments are a must-have for a restful bedroom. Here are some options:

  • Light-Filtering. Light-filtering window treatments diminish harsh light but still allow some outside light to come into the room. If you live in an area that doesn’t have a lot of street lights, light-filtering roller shades, drapes, or curtains may darken your environment just enough for you.
  • Room-Darkening. Room-darkening window treatments make a room noticeably darker than it is outside. If the late summer sun bothers you or if you live in an area that has a lot of buildings or street lights that are on at night, room-darkening blinds or curtains will block much of the external lighting so you can rest.
  • Blackout. The darkest of dark window treatments, blackout window treatments prevent any light from getting through. They are a must-have if you work at night and need to sleep during the day or if you need a very dark room in order to get some sleep.
  • Motorized. Our motorized blinds and shades are perfect if you have trouble sticking to a sleep routine or prefer to wake up naturally with the sun. A programmable system allows you to determine when your window treatments will open and close, so you can set it to open the curtains at sunrise and wake up gently instead of to a blaring alarm.

Explore Bedroom Window Treatments At Orlando Motorized Shades

We have hundreds of colors, styles, and fabrics to choose from to make your room a restful retreat. Schedule an in-home consultation today to learn more about our bedroom window treatment options!

Contact Orlando Motorized Shades at (407) 977-0886 or schedule online today!

Dining Room Window Treatments | Motorized Blinds | Shades

Browse Our “Menu” Of Dining Room Window Treatments

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So much of the dining experience is all about ambiance. The lighting, the seating, the place settings, the décor…and of course, the menu! But even a lackluster menu can be forgiven if the experience is one to remember.

Window treatments from Orlando Motorized Shades can help you create your desired dining room setting by providing color, texture, privacy, and sound absorption. If you thought dining room window treatments were all the same, think again! Today’s choices make it possible to design a dining room you’ll be proud to show off as often as possible!

Add Some Spice To Your Dining Room With These Window Treatments

  • Blinds. Wooden and faux-wood blinds are an excellent choice for light control and privacy, since it’s possible to tilt the blinds to let in light, but still maintain privacy. They are easy-to-clean, and can be softened by adding drapes or curtains to the window.
  • Honeycomb Shades. Honeycomb and cellular shades are popular for absorbing sound and regulating temperature in the dining room. The 3D design features “cells” or pockets of air that trap both heat, cold, and sound, making a room more comfortable in feel and sound.
  • Roller Shades. The roller shade may be a classic, but today’s styles give it an updated look and feel. Roll it up for light and down for privacy. Want something unique? Check out light-filtering solar shades or patterned roller shades that unveil a design when rolled down!
  • Roman Shades. Roman shades are a versatile choice for any dining room, ranging from sleek and streamlined to casual and laid-back. They can be height adjusted for privacy and light control and are available in hundreds of colors, textures, and fabrics to match any dining room décor.

Add Motorization To Better Control Ambiance 

When you add motorization to your dining room window treatments, you add convenience. This can be especially helpful if you have large windows or heavier window treatments or if you need to adjust the window treatment during the meal due to the way the sun is positioned. Simply use the remote or your smartphone to raise or lower your new shades or blinds as needed! It’s that easy!

Does your dining room need a refresh? Contact Orlando Motorized Shades to schedule a free, in-home consultation where we can show you our “menu” of window treatments! We’re certain you’ll find exactly what you need!

Call (407) 977-0886 or schedule online today!

Mix And Match Shades | Window Décor Ideas | Motorized Shades

Privacy, Light Control, and Looks: Shades Do It All

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Mixing and matching is the perfect way to get the look and the functionality you need from your window treatments. Shades, blinds, or curtains alone often don’t do quite everything we want them to. It’s very common to see homeowners using shades or blinds to provide privacy or light control and then adding curtains, drapes, or valances to the window to enhance the room’s décor or provide an extra layer of protection from prying eyes or damaging UV rays.

That’s why Orlando Motorized Shades is such a big advocate of mixing and matching your window treatments. Once you start exploring your options, you’ll see that the possibilities are endless! Using color, style, texture, and function, there is a combination to meet any challenge!

3 Mix And Match Ideas

Not sure how to start mixing and matching window treatments? We’ve got 3 ideas to get you started!

  1. Layer Light in the Bedroom. We are huge fans of using blackout shades to get a good night’s sleep, but what about during the day when a dark room is just a little too dark? Add some sheer panels or light-filtering curtains! The combination of blackout shades overlaid with sheer materials allows you to control the amount of light that gets in the room – day and night. Layering is a particularly good solution in kids’ rooms because they are just as likely to play in their rooms during the day as they are sleep there at night.
  2. Have Fun with Patterns. There was a time that we couldn’t get away from patterns. Remember when homes used to be filled with patterned furniture, patterned curtains, AND patterned carpeting? Now, we are at the opposite end of the spectrum, seeing very few patterns in home décor. But patterns add a touch of interest to a room. Exploring patterns on window treatments is a safe way to explore patterns and introduce additional colors without going too bold. Coupling a patterned curtain or valance with solid color Roman shade or blinds can tone down the pattern or enhance it, depending on the design and colors chosen.
  3. Add Interest with Texture. Not too sure about adding patterns or colors to your room? Go with another home décor standby and add texture! Honeycomb, cellular, pleated, and Roman shades are available in nearly any color from neutrals to bolds and brights. Wood blinds are another option, bringing a touch of nature into the home. Whether you prefer shades or blinds, both can be combined with other window treatments to create interest and enhance décor without being blah.

Contact Orlando Motorized Shades For More Mix And Match Ideas

Are you interested in mixing and matching your window treatments? Visit Orlando Motorized Shades online or call us at (407) 977-0886 to arrange a free in-home consultation today.

Complete Your Smart Home With Motorized Shades

Complete Your Smart Home With Motorized Shades

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Smart homes and smart home tools continue to dominate the conversation about homes. A smart home is defined by the use of Internet-enabled devices that can be used to control features and functions in the home. There are smart devices that control a home’s HVAC system, security system, lighting, sound/home theater, and even appliances.

One smart home feature that often gets glossed over is motorized blinds and shades! If you are interested in making the day-to-day management of your home easier (and smarter!) you’ll want to take a second look at the options available from Orlando Motorized Shades!

How Motorized Shades Work

In the past, motorized window treatments were operated with remotes that only worked over a very short distance. Those days are long gone; at Orlando Motorized Shades, we use the Somfy brand controller, myLinkTM, which turns any smartphone or tablet into a remote control for motorized shades. myLinkTM can even be used with Alexa to control your window treatments via voice command. You can learn more about the benefits of myLinkTM in a previous blog post here.

This unique technology allows you to control your window coverings from anywhere and at any time. The convenience, safety, and privacy benefits of this kind of remote access to your window coverings are enormous. Now, you can open and close your blinds or shades with the press of a button using the remote, by asking Alexa to do it for you, or by using your smartphone. The technology even allows users to set schedules. You can start your day by waking up to natural sunlight as your pre-programmed shades open on their own. Likewise, in the dark days of winter, your blinds can be set to close on their own before you even get home.

When coupled with other smart home tech like lighting and heating or cooling systems, motorized shades keep homes more comfortable every day and improve home security, even when you’re out of town.

Don’t forget the convenience factor. Even when you are home, it can be a chore to open and close the window coverings every day. Some windows are quite high or access to cords inconvenient. If you have small children in the house, you’ll want to eliminate as many cords as you can and even older homeowners can appreciate not having to handle cords every day.

Motorized shades are also an excellent option for offices and commercial properties as well.

Add Motorized Shades To Your Smart Home Tech With A Call To Orlando Motorized Shades

Are you ready to add motorization to your window coverings? Contact Orlando Motorized Shades for a quote! We install new motorized shades and motorized blinds but, in many cases, we can also add motorization options to existing window treatments. Arrange a free on-site consultation today by calling (407) 977-0886.