How to Automate Your Home with Smart Blinds and Shades
Posted on 17th June 2023
Why Automate Your Window Coverings?
There are many reasons to automate your window coverings. Automated window coverings can make your life more convenient, save you energy and money, and increase your home’s security.
Convenience
One of the biggest reasons to automate your window coverings is for the convenience. Imagine being able to open and close your blinds or shades with the push of a button. No more having to fumble with cords or chains. You can even schedule your window coverings to open and close at specific times of the day.
Energy Savings
Automated window coverings can also help you save money on your energy bills. By opening and closing your blinds or shades throughout the day, you can help regulate the temperature in your home. In the summer, you can keep your home cooler by closing your window coverings during the day to block out the sun. In the winter, you can let in the sun’s warmth by opening your window coverings during the day.
Security
Another benefit of automated window coverings is that they can increase the security of your home. You can schedule your window coverings to close at certain times of the day to deter burglars. You can also set up your window coverings to open and close when you’re away from home so it looks like someone is home.
Types of Smart Blinds and Shades
There are many different types of smart blinds and shades to choose from. The type of window covering you choose will depend on your needs and preferences.
Roller Shades
Roller shades are a type of window covering that rolls up or down to open and close. Roller shades are available in a variety of materials, including fabric, paper, and plastic.
Roman Shades
Roman shades are a type of window covering that folds up or down to open and close. Roman shades are available in a variety of materials, including fabric and leather.
Cellular Shades
Cellular shades are a type of window covering that has honeycomb-shaped cells that trap air. Cellular shades are available in a variety of materials, including fabric and paper.
Pleated Shades
Pleated shades are a type of window covering that folds up or down to open and close. Pleated shades are available in a variety of materials, including fabric and paper.
How to Choose the Right Smart Blinds and Shades for Your Home
Now that you know the different types of smart blinds and shades, you need to choose the right ones for your home. When choosing smart blinds and shades, you need to consider the following factors:
Function
The first thing you need to consider when choosing smart blinds and shades is the function. You need to decide what you want your window coverings to do. Do you want them to block out the sun? Do you want them to insulate your home? Do you want them to provide privacy?
Style
The second thing you need to consider when choosing smart blinds and shades is the style. You need to decide what kind of look you want for your home. Do you want your window coverings to be modern or traditional? Do you want them to be simple or elaborate?
Budget
The third thing you need to consider when choosing smart blinds and shades is the budget. You need to decide how much you’re willing to spend on your window coverings. Smart blinds and shades can range in price from a few hundred dollars to a few thousand dollars.
How to Install Smart Blinds and Shades
Once you’ve chosen the right smart blinds and shades for your home, you need to install them. Installing smart blinds and shades is a relatively easy process. Most smart blinds and shades come with all the hardware and instructions you need for installation.
1. Prepare the Window
The first step in installing smart blinds and shades is to prepare the window. You need to make sure the window is clean and free of debris. You also need to make sure the window is the right size for the blinds or shades you’ve chosen.
2. Install the Mounting Brackets
The next step in installing smart blinds and shades is to install the mounting brackets. The mounting brackets will be specific to the type of blinds or shades you’ve chosen. Follow the instructions that come with the brackets.
3. Hang the Blinds or Shades
The next step in installing smart blinds and shades is to hang the blinds or shades. Again, the instructions will be specific to the type of blinds or shades you’ve chosen. Follow the instructions carefully.
4. Connect to the Smart Hub
The final step in installing smart blinds and shades is to connect them to the smart hub. The smart hub is what allows you to control your window coverings with your voice, phone, or tablet. Follow the instructions that come with the hub.
Conclusion
Automating your home with smart blinds and shades is a great way to make your life more convenient, save money on your energy bills, and increase the security of your home. There are many different types of smart blinds and shades to choose from, so be sure to consider the function, style, and budget when making your selection. Installing smart blinds and shades is a relatively easy process. Most smart blinds and shades come with all the hardware and instructions you need for installation.
25. Add an event trigger
If you want your shades to open and close automatically based on certain events, you can add an event trigger to your Wyze Cam. For example, you can set your Wyze Cam to open your shades when it detects motion, or when the sun rises or sets.
To add an event trigger:
1. Tap the Wyze Cam icon on the Home screen.
2. Tap the Events tab.
3. Tap the + icon in the top right corner.
4. Tap the event you want to trigger the action.
5. Tap the + icon next to the Wyze Cam you want to use.
6. Tap the action you want to trigger (e.g., Open Shades).
7. Tap Save.
Your event trigger will now be active.
