Motorized Window Treatments: A Solution for Accessibility Challenges

With one in five Canadians requiring accessibility support, motorized window treatments are a practical solution for homes and businesses across the GTA. Limited mobility, low vision, and other barriers often lead to challenges in daily living.

The simple act of opening and closing custom blinds, shades, curtains and drapery can be impossible for some people. Enter motorized window treatments. They can be programmed to open and close at specific times of the day, can be operated using voice command, and only require a touch of a button.

Understanding Motorized Window Treatments

Motorized window treatments are window coverings that are equipped with battery-powered or electric controls that make it easy to open and close them. Motorized blinds and shades can be operated with Google Home, Siri, Alexa, and other voice command control systems. Remote control blinds offer easy access with the touch of a button to control the privacy, temperature, and lighting in a room.

Hunter Douglas offers a wide selection of motorized shades, blinds, and curtains to complement the style and design of any window and room. Roller shades, cellular shades, Venetian blinds, Roman shades, and drapes are available in various colours and patterns, with or without a blackout feature.

The blinds and shades can be controlled with apps such as the Hunter Douglas PowerView® app for smartphones or the Pebble® Remote system that attaches to a wall.

Benefits of Motorized Window Treatments for Accessibility

Below are some of the main benefits of choosing motorized window treatments.

• Ease of Use: To reduce the physical strain of opening and closing window treatments, motorization can be manual or automatic. Those with mobility impairments can use buttons or sensors that are integrated into the motorized system for easy use.
• Safety Features: Blinds with hanging cords are responsible for one child’s death and thousands of injuries every year. Health Canada initiated the Corded Window Coverings Regulations in May 2022 to protect small children and pets from the risk of strangulation. Motorized window treatments remove this risk.
• Enhanced Independence: Voice and remote-control systems provide independence for people who otherwise cannot operate traditional corded blinds, shades, and curtains. In addition, motorized coverings can be used for hard-to-reach and high-levelled windows.
• Energy Efficiency: Using the pre-programmed settings, homeowners can lower their utility bills and control light. Automated window shades can significantly cut energy consumption by 25%, leading to a 10% to 25% reduction in energy costs.
• Customization and Control: Hunter Douglas’ motorized shades can be customized for light filtering and privacy. Having the convenience of programming when the shades open and close offers security, comfort, and peace of mind.

The Role of Texeuro Drapery

As an authorized dealer of Hunter Douglas products, Texeuro Drapery Ltd. offers the highest quality of window treatments. We are home to the largest Hunter Douglas gallery showroom. With our installation and consultation services, customers receive personalized service in their homes to ensure excellence. Having local experts means homeowners receive comprehensive service for all products.

Real-Life Applications and Testimonials

“I installed Hunter Douglas shutters and blinds throughout my house with the help of Carm from Texeuro. She made several visits to my house and was always very helpful and very patient in helping me choose what I wanted. When I compared prices, I realized that most places don’t include measuring, installation, and post-installation service in their quotation. But Texeuro gives you 1 price that includes everything!” – Renu, Toronto

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Enhance Your Living Space with Texeuro Drapery’s Accessibility Solutions

Stop by our showroom or contact Texeuro Drapery Ltd. for a personalized consultation. We are the largest home and décor centre in the GTA, specializing in window shades, blinds and shutters, drapery, custom duvets, pillows, headboards, and more. Contact us at (905) 629-9575 to get quality motorized window treatments.