It is become more and more common to install automated blinds in the home that allow greater thermal and acoustic insulation than traditional blinds and are more convenient to use and collect.
How the automatic system for blinds works
The automated blinds can be installed on any type of window . Normally, most homes have PVC blinds, but this system also works for aluminum and wooden blinds.
The automatic control allows the blinds can be collected
alone. Of course, before installing this type of system we must know what is
the appropriate mechanism for the blind. For this, it will be necessary to take
into account its characteristics, the axis and its weight. It is important to
know all this so that the motor can lower and raise the blind without problems.
Automated blind mechanisms have a twilight solar function ,
which allows the blind to be graduated and positioned at a certain height
depending on the sun's rays or daylight.
It also has an internal memory and a programmer that maintain the time programming even if the power fails . Other characteristics are that they offer both acoustic and thermal insulation, have simulation of presence in the home and regulate the slats .
Although automated blinds are modern systems, the truth is
that they are still another element of the house that can be damaged,
therefore, it is always advisable to have a Mapfre Home Insurance that takes
care of these eventualities.
Advantages and disadvantages of automated blinds
One of the main advantages of automated blinds is that they prevent the entry of heat during the summer and its loss during the winter in the most efficient way.
In addition, we can lower and raise the blind using a remote control , without having to get up in case of being in bed or on the sofa. For
example, if it rains in the summer and in the middle of the night and we don't
want to get up.
If the house is empty, the blinds can simulate our presence
, we just have to program when they should be raised and lowered. For example,
we can program that they rise when the first rays of sun appear and fall when
it begins to get dark or there is a drop in temperatures.
Its only big drawback is the price . In general, they still
far outweigh the cost of a manual blind. And what has not yet been automated is
cleaning, so from time to time we will have to follow these cleaning tips.