Set & Forget: Motorized Shades Take Care of Themselves
It’s no secret that Texas summers can be merciless, leading most to crank the AC at all hours of the day. But that’s just one of several areas motorized window treatments can help.
Whether you’re in Dallas, Frisco, or anywhere under the Texas sun, here are five reasons motorized shades are a game-changer for your home.
1. Keep Your Home Cool Without Lifting a Finger
When the Texas sun blazes across your windows in the middle of the day, it doesn’t just brighten your space—it heats up your home like a greenhouse. Thankfully, motorized shades can be programmed to lower at peak sun hours or respond automatically to sunlight sensors.
Cellular-style shades are particularly efficient, with air pockets that add a cushion of insulation between your room and the scorching windowpane. Layer on motorized drapery for an even thicker defense, and your HVAC system will have less heavy lifting to do.
Once the sun shifts, your shades can rise again automatically, balancing natural light and indoor comfort.
2. Preserve Your Interiors from Sun Damage
You may not realize it, but the UV rays streaming through your windows are slowly fading your favorite things—artwork, framed photos, furniture, rugs, and even hardwood floors. Over time, sun damage dulls vibrant colors and breaks down materials.
Motorized shades protect your investment by shielding interiors at just the right times. Schedule them to drop during mid-day hours or program them to respond to sunlight sensors so your décor and furnishings stay looking their best.
3. Keep Your Houseplants Happy and Healthy
If you’ve ever scorched a succulent or wilted a fern in the Texas heat, you’re not alone. While houseplants love natural light, too much direct sun can do more harm than good.
Motorized shades let you curate the perfect lighting conditions by raising slightly in the morning for gentle exposure, then lowering by midday to prevent leaf burn. Sheer fabrics filter light beautifully, allowing plants to photosynthesize without getting overwhelmed. It’s like giving your green friends their own custom climate control system.
4. Create a ‘Mockupancy’ for Home Security
You shouldn’t have to worry about your home while you’re away on vacation or even just out for the evening. Motorized shades help simulate occupancy by lowering and raising on schedule, even when you’re not there.
Pair your shades with smart lighting for a convincing effect: translucent shades down, warm lighting on, and zero visibility inside. It creates the impression that someone’s always home, discouraging would-be intruders and giving you peace of mind from miles away.
5. Save Time for What Matters Most
Between work, errands, and all the fun things to do around Texas—whether it’s floating down the river, catching a live show, or just relaxing with a cold drink—you don’t need one more task on your plate.
With motorized shades, you eliminate the daily hassle of tugging cords, reaching over furniture, or remembering to close up before it gets too hot. Control everything with one touch on your phone, tablet, or smart remote. Or better yet, automate it entirely so you never have to think about it again.
Ready to Add Smart Shades to Your Texas Home?
Motorized window treatments are a lifestyle upgrade that more and more Texas homeowners are embracing. Are you ready to try? Contact WH Smart Home to explore the shading styles, fabrics, and automation options that fit your home.
