Motorized Shades & Blinds in Reno
Enjoy effortless light and privacy control with Hunter Douglas PowerView® Automation. Blue Sky Shutters & Shades offers custom motorized shades and blinds for Reno and Tahoe homes, with options for remote, app, scheduled, voice, and compatible smart home control.
From motorized roller and cellular shades to sheers, Roman shades, and other compatible window treatments, we’ll help you choose the right products, power source, and controls for your windows—including convenient solutions for tall and hard-to-reach spaces.
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Why Choose Motorized Shades?
Motorization is especially useful for tall windows, hard-to-reach shades, rooms with multiple window treatments, and spaces where light changes throughout the day. Hunter Douglas PowerView® Automation makes it easy to coordinate those adjustments while maintaining the comfort and privacy you want.
- Adjust multiple shades with ease
- Create schedules for different times of day
- Save favorite shade positions
- Make tall and hard-to-reach windows easier to control
Motorization is available with many popular Hunter Douglas collections, including roller shades and Duette® Honeycomb Shades. Our team can help you choose the right window treatment, power option, and control system for your Reno or Tahoe home.
Ways to Control Your Motorized Shades
PowerView® Pebble® Remote
One-tap adjustment without needing a phone or Wi-Fi for basic operation.
PowerView® App
Adjust individual shades, rooms, saved positions, and schedules from the PowerView® App on a compatible smartphone or tablet.
Voice & Smart Home Control
Connect compatible PowerView shades with supported smart-home platforms for integrated control.
SoftTouch™ Motorization
SoftTouch™ Motorization offers simple, individual shade control without an app or remote. A wand rests alongside the shade, allowing you to raise or lower it with a gentle pull or push.
Benefits of Motorized Shades
Motorized shades make everyday light and privacy control easier, whether you’re adjusting one window or coordinating shades throughout your Reno area home. Schedule automatic adjustments, manage direct sunlight, increase privacy, and save favorite shade positions for the times of day you use them most.
Schedule the Day
Set your shades to adjust automatically throughout the day. Open them for morning light, close them against intense afternoon sun, or schedule them for greater privacy in the evening.
Save Energy
Schedule motorized shades to help manage direct sunlight and heat at the window. Closing shades during periods of intense sun can help support indoor comfort and more efficient temperature management.
Increase Privacy
Adjust your shades in an instant or schedule them to close at selected times for greater privacy. Automated adjustments are especially convenient when you’re away from home or settling in for the evening.
Create Scenes
Save favorite shade positions for different activities and times of day. With PowerView® Automation, you can create the right combination of natural light and privacy for morning coffee, movie time, dinner, and more.
How Are Motorized Shades Powered?
Power options vary by shade, window size, and installation. Your designer can help determine the best fit for each window.
AA Batteries
AA batteries offer a simple, wire-free way to power compatible motorized shades. The batteries are housed discreetly near the shade, making this a practical option for many existing homes.
Rechargeable Battery Wand
The rechargeable battery wand provides convenient, wire-free power without routinely replacing disposable batteries. When the charge runs low, the wand can be recharged and used again.
Solar Charger
A solar charger works with a compatible rechargeable battery wand to help maintain its charge using available daylight. It can reduce how often the battery wand needs to be manually recharged.
Hardwired Power
Hardwired power connects compatible motorized shades directly to the home’s electrical system, eliminating the need to replace or recharge batteries. It’s an option worth considering during new construction or remodeling when electrical access can be planned in advance.
Smart Home Compatibility
PowerView® Automation can integrate with compatible smart home systems, giving you additional ways to coordinate your motorized shades with your home’s routines. Your Blue Sky designer can help determine which control and integration options work best with your window treatments and existing smart home setup.
Window Treatments Available with PowerView® Automation
PowerView® Automation is available with many of our most popular Hunter Douglas window treatments, including roller shades, Roman shades, cellular shades, and sheer shades. Your designer can help you compare compatible products and determine which motorized solution works best for each room.
Get Started with Motorized Shades
Your style, your windows, and your daily routine all play a role in choosing the right motorization system. Our Reno design team will help you compare products, controls, and power options for your home.Frequently Asked Questions About Motorized Blinds & Shades
What are motorized blinds and shades?
Motorized blinds and shades use a powered operating system to raise, lower, tilt, or adjust compatible window treatments without manually operating them. Depending on the system, they can be controlled with a wand, remote, app, schedule, voice command, or compatible smart home system.
Do motorized blinds require Wi-Fi?
No. Motorized window treatments can be operated without Wi-Fi using options such as SoftTouch™ Motorization or a compatible remote control. Wi-Fi and a PowerView® Gateway are used when connecting compatible PowerView® shades with smart home platforms and connected features.
How are motorized blinds and shades powered?
Depending on the window treatment and installation, power options can include AA batteries, a rechargeable battery wand, a solar charger used with a compatible rechargeable battery wand, or hardwired power. Blue Sky Shutters & Shades can help determine which option works best for your windows and home.
Can motorized shades be controlled with a phone?
Yes. Compatible Hunter Douglas PowerView® shades can be controlled through the PowerView® App on a smartphone or tablet. The app can also be used to organize shades by room, create favorite positions, and manage schedules.
Can motorized shades be scheduled to open and close automatically?
Yes. PowerView® Automation allows you to create schedules that adjust compatible shades automatically at selected times throughout the day. Schedules can make it easier to manage privacy, daylight, glare, and direct sunlight without adjusting each shade manually.
Do motorized shades work with smart home systems?
PowerView® Automation can integrate with compatible smart home systems for connected and voice-controlled operation. Compatibility varies by platform and setup, so your Blue Sky designer can help you determine which options work with your home’s existing technology.
What Hunter Douglas shades are available with PowerView® Automation?
PowerView® Automation is available with many Hunter Douglas window treatments, including select roller shades, cellular shades, Roman shades, woven shades, and sheer shades. Availability varies by product and configuration, so we’ll help you compare compatible options during your in-home consultation.