Motorized Curtains
Key Characteristics
- ✓Whisper-quiet motor operation suitable for bedrooms
- ✓Support for heavy fabrics up to 50 pounds per panel
- ✓Custom-bendable tracks for curved and bay windows
- ✓Precise position control with partial open settings
- ✓Integration with light sensors and time-based scheduling
- ✓Manual override capability during power outages
Types & Variations
Common Materials
Works Well With These Styles
Placement & Usage Tips
Install the curtain track as close to the ceiling as possible to maximize the sense of height in the room, and extend it at least six inches beyond each side of the window frame so the fabric stacks clear of the glass when open. For a ceiling-recessed installation, plan the pocket dimensions during construction or renovation to ensure the track, motor, and stacked fabric all fit within the recess. Ensure power access is available at one end of the track, either from a nearby outlet or pre-wired during construction.
💡 Pro Tip
Specify a dual-layer motorized curtain system with an inner sheer panel and an outer opaque panel on separate tracks. This configuration gives you four distinct lighting modes: both open for maximum light, sheers only for soft diffused daylight, opaques only for full privacy, and both closed for complete blackout. The two layers can operate independently on different schedules, providing far more nuanced light control than a single curtain layer.
Related Terms
Automated Blinds
Window blinds equipped with motors and smart controls that can be programmed to open and close on schedules, respond to light sensors, or be operated remotely via smartphone or voice commands.
Voice Assistant Integration
The incorporation of voice-controlled AI assistants such as Alexa, Google Assistant, or Siri into a home's technology ecosystem, enabling hands-free control of connected devices and systems.
Smart Lighting System
A networked lighting setup that allows individual or grouped control of light fixtures through apps, voice commands, or automated schedules, often supporting color temperature adjustment and dimming.