Motors for blinds in Crowthorne and Sandhurst, Berkshire

We offer a range of motors for blinds from leading suppliers Somfy, Louvolite and Lutron.

One of the most common problems we have is from customers who have previously had motorised blinds installed only for the client to advise they are a lot noisier compared to the ones in our showroom.

It is important to see and hear the motors operating prior to purchasing. This will ensure you purchase the correct motor for the product and how you wish to operate the product.

We offer a range of motors from Somfy and Louvolite

Somfy Motors

Somfy are regarded as one of the world leaders in motorisation for the blind and awning industry having a wide range of motors and methods of control.

For roller blinds we usually supply the sonesse motor. This is one of the quietest motors if not the quietest motor and has many options for controlling the blind.

For small size roller blinds that are not convenient to install a mains power supply we offer a battery wireless motor and for non accessible areas we offer the battery wireless motor with a small solar panel.

Smart living with Somfy® -Operate your Blinds from Anywhere 

Integrating with many of the largest smart home brands, Somfy puts you in control so that you can operate your motorized shades or other window coverings whether you’re at home or not. At work and realize you forgot to close your blinds for the day? Not a problem when your Somfy-powered window coverings are connected to a smart home control system. Through Somfy TaHoma®, easily connect your Somfy blinds, shades, awning, and more with handheld smart devices or third-party smart home services like Amazon Alexa, Google Home, IFTTT, and more.

 

 

 

Louvolite Motors

Louvolite are a major UK supplier of material and components to the industry and have recently introduced a range of motors designed to offer motorisation to a larger audience that is more cost effective.

Naturally with a more cost effective motor the size of blinds is generally reduced and therefore looking to the domestic installation although some of the motors are suitable for commercial applications.

The magic wand product is a fantastic breakthrough. A wand is attached to the motor giving ease of access to operate the controls. The power to this blind is from batteries neatly out of view of the product. The wand is only available for roller blinds.

Another alternative is a motor that can be recharged via a small charger supplied. Ideal for locations that can not have a power supply that may have a higher frequency of operation.

Mains powered motors are also available from Louvolite for the larger blinds.

Smart living with Louvolite- Operate your Blinds from Anywhere 

One of the key drivers behind the rise of motorised window blinds is their integration with smart home technology. While smart lighting, speakers and cameras are all the rage amongst those seeking for sleeker, more convenient alternatives, smart blinds offer benefits that can really impact how you manage your home and finances when it matters the most.

This is where Louvolite One Touch® comes in. This smart home technology helps us think differently about how we add shade to our windows, taking full advantage of the smart home integrations with being compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. You can also operate the blinds from our app adding to the convenience of being able to control your blinds while on holiday. Our timer remote also allows you to pre-set schedules for added convenience and added home security whilst away from home.

The Louvolite Home hub is a compact smart device that connects to your WiFi so you can control your One Touch window blinds straight from your smartphone or tablet devices. To use the app, just download the free and easy to install app from your app store. Installing the app and using the Home Hub makes your life easier by offering the ability to control all your window blinds in a number of different ways.

   

 

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Areas Covered

Aldershot, Ash, Ash Vale, Arborfield, Ascot, Badshot Lea, Bagshot, Basingstoke, Blackwater, Binfield, Bracknell, Calcot, Camberley, Caversham, Chobham, Church Crookham, Crowthorne, Deepcut, Earley, Emmer Green, Eversley, Farnborough, Farnham, Finchampstead, Fleet, Frimley, Frimley Green, Hawley, Hartley Wintney, High Wycombe, Hook, Hurst, Lightwater, Marlow, Mytchett, Maidenhead, North Camp, Newbury, Odiham, Oxford, Pangbourne, Purley On Thames, Reading, Sandhurst, Shinfield, Sindlesham, Slough, Sonning, Sunninghill, Sunningdale, Theale, Tidmarsh, Tilehurst, Tongham, Twyford, Virginia Water, Warfield, Wargrave, Windlesham, Windsor, Winkfield, Winnersh, Woodley, Woking, Wokingham, Yateley

Opening Hours

Mon - Fri 9.30 to 17.00

Sat 9.30 to 15.00

Closed Sundays and Bank Holidays

Frequently asked questions

How to clean Roller blinds?

  1. Our fabrics include soft and rigid PVC which is very easy to wipe clean simply using a damp cloth. 
  2. Clean regularly with a vacuum to avoid dust build up
  3. Use a damp, clean cloth tackle stains quickly
  4. Work from the top of the blind working down
  5. Use silicon spray to clean the mechanical parts, but avoid getting it on the fabric
  6. Use soapy water to clean plastic chains / cords but not brass or steel
  7. Tackle stubborn stains by using a specialist fabric stain remover or mild detergent and make sure you follow the manufacturer’s instructions closely. Test a modest area of your roller blind fabric first if you’re in any doubt.

How to clean Aluminium Venetian blinds?

  1. Clean metal Venetian blinds with a duster or clean, soft cloth to gently remove debris
  2. Tackle stubborn stains by using a specialist fabric stain remover or mild detergent and make sure you follow the manufacturer’s instructions closely. Test a modest area of your aluminium blind slats first if you’re in any doubt.
  3. Use the upholstery attachment of your vacuum cleaner on a low suction setting to remove dust

How to clean Roman blinds?

  1. Remove dust and debris from your Roman blind using the upholstery attachment of your vacuum
  2. Smooth out creases or wrinkles with a steamer
  3. Tackle stubborn stains by using a specialist fabric stain remover or mild detergent and make sure you follow the manufacturer’s instructions closely. Test a modest area of your roman blind fabric first if you’re in any doubt.

How clean Pleated blinds?

  1. Keep your Pleated blinds dust free
  2. Remove marks with a damp cloth
  3. Tackle stubborn stains by using a specialist fabric stain remover or mild detergent and make sure you follow the manufacturer’s instructions closely. Test a modest area of your pleated blind fabric first if you’re in any doubt.

How to clean Wooden and Faux Wood blinds?

  1. Keep your Wooden blind dust free
  2. Thoroughly clean each individual slat gently
  3. If you have Faux Wood blinds, you can use a diluted mix of detergent and lukewarm water.
  4. If real wood do not use any chemical cleaning products as this may lead to warping or damage to the colour
  5. Use a vacuum cleaner to keep dust at bay

How to clean Vertical blinds?

  1. Clean the headrail of your Vertical blind
  2. Our fabrics include soft and rigid PVC which is very easy to wipe clean simply using a damp cloth.
  3. Vertical blinds made from fabric should be regularly vacuum cleaned to keep them free from dust by using soft upholstery brush attachment of your vacuum cleaner and move gently from top to bottom.
  4. Make sure the louvres continue to glide smoothly by using a silicone spray
  5. Thoroughly clean each individual slat gently
  6. Tackle stubborn stains by using a specialist fabric stain remover or mild detergent and make sure you follow the manufacturer’s instructions closely. Test a modest area of your vertical blind slats first if you’re in any doubt.

How to clean Day and Night blinds?

  1. Gently wipe the surface of the blind with a fur free cloth or feather duster
  2. Remove marks or stains with a damp cloth or sponge
  3. Tackle stubborn stains by using a specialist fabric stain remover or mild detergent and make sure you follow the manufacturer’s instructions closely. Test a modest area of your Day and Night blind fabric first if you’re in any doubt.

How to clean Shutters?

  1. Keep your Shutter dust free
  2. Thoroughly clean each individual slat gently
  3. If you have Faux Wood Shutter, you can use a diluted mix of detergent and lukewarm water.
  4. If real wood Shutter do not use any chemical cleaning products as this may lead to warping or damage to the colour
  5. Use a vacuum cleaner to keep dust at bay

How to clean Curtains?

  1. All our curtains are dry clean only, but there are other ways to keep your curtains looking good:
  2. Clean your curtains regularly with a vacuum to avoid dust build up
  3. Use a hand-held steam to neaten creases and wrinkles
  4. Keep your room well-ventilated to avoid mould build up

What are Awnings?

  1. Patio Awnings are made from a durable fabric that are designed to shade you and your patio furniture on even the brightest days available in motorised or manual.
  2. Motorised version - Useful for any occasion over the summer months, our patio Awnings can be extended and retracted with just a twist of a simple remote control with motorised version
  3. Manual version -easy to use crank mechanism allowing you to customise shading to your outdoor space throughout the day.

How to clean Awnings?

  1. Make sure your awning is fully retracted into their protective cassettes after every use.
  2. To clean an Awning, first ensure that the fabric is fully extended. Use a mix of warm water and detergent-free soap as well as a microfibre cloth to gently wipe the Awning clean; Then allow time for the fabric to dry completely. We recommend cleaning your Awning at least twice a year; Once before using it in the summer and again before you’ve rolled it up for winter, we also recommend wiping the metal components and fittings twice a year with a soft cloth dampened with warm soapy water.
  3. Tackle stubborn stains by using a specialist fabric stain remover or mild detergent and make sure you follow the manufacturer’s instructions closely. Test a modest area of your awning fabric first if you’re in any doubt.
  4. Please don't use a pressure washer or bleach It will quickly damage the structure of the fabric.

Can Awning Be Used in Winter?

  1. Our awnings are water resistant and can handle light rain just fine; But they are not designed to withstand some of the more extreme conditions in winter such as heavy rain, wind and snow.
  2. We recommend minimal use of the Awning throughout winter
  3. we also recommend removing the decorative fabric valance and storing it somewhere dry until the warmer weather returns.

Are Awnings Wind and rainproof?

  1. Although water resistant and durable, our retractable Awnings are not designed for heavy rain as this can pool on the fabric and substantially increase the Awning’s weight.
  2. We strongly recommend leaving the Awning fully retracted on windy days or during heavy rainfall.