Getting custom motorized blinds into your house might sound super tough at first. Many people think they'll break their walls or mess up their windows. That's not true at all! With the right tools plus some basic steps, you can make this happen in just one afternoon.

Your house will look way cooler once these smart window covers are working. Think about waking up every morning while your blinds open by themselves. No more getting out of bed to let sunlight into your room. Pretty amazing, right?

What You'll Need Before Starting

Smart window covers require specific tools for proper setup. Most items you probably already have in your garage or toolbox somewhere. Here's what every person needs:

Power drill with different-sized bits
Level tool (the longer ones work better)
Pencil for marking where screws will go
A measuring tape that's at least eight feet long

Make sure your phone connects to your home WiFi network first. These smart covers need internet access to work with voice commands later. Download the manufacturer's app before you start working too.

Taking Exact Window Measurements

Getting the right sizes is super important for this whole thing. Measure twice because you can't return these once they're cut to fit your windows. Start by measuring the width of your window frame from side to side.

Write down that first number somewhere safe. Next, measure how tall your window is from top to bottom. Add about two inches extra to both numbers if you want the covers to overlap past the frame edges.

Check your measurements again with a different measuring tape if you have one. Small mistakes here will cause big problems later when you try to mount everything.

Mounting the Motor Housing Unit

The motor part goes inside a small metal box that mounts above your window. This box needs to be perfectly level, or your covers won't move up plus down smoothly. Mark where the screw holes will go with your pencil first.

Hold the mounting bracket against the wall or window frame. Use your level tool to make sure it's straight across. Drill pilot holes that are slightly smaller than your screws.

Most motor units weigh about three to five pounds when fully loaded. Make sure you're drilling into solid wood or use wall anchors for drywall. Loose mounts will cause noise plus jerky movement.

Connecting Smart Home Features

Modern smart covers work with lots of different voice assistants these days. Google Assistant smart shades are super popular because they connect easily to most home systems. Open your phone app once the motor is mounted securely.

Follow the setup wizard that walks you through each connection step. You'll need to name each window covering something easy to remember. "Living room blinds" works better than complicated names with numbers.

Test the voice commands before moving to the next window. Say "Hey Google, close the living room blinds" to make sure everything works right.

Choosing the Right Fabric Materials

Linen roller shades give your rooms a clean, modern look that most people really like. Linen fabric lets some light through while still giving you privacy from the outside. These materials also last longer than cheap plastic options.

Darker colors block more sunlight if your bedroom faces east, plus it gets a bright morning sun. Lighter shades work better in living rooms where you want some natural light during the day.

Working with Professional Companies

Some people prefer hiring experts instead of doing this work themselves. A Smart blinds and shades company can handle everything from measuring to final testing. This option costs more money but saves you time plus stress.

Professional installers bring all their own tools, plus usually finish the job in half the time. They also know how to deal with weird window shapes or old house problems. Most companies offer warranties on their installation work, too.

Testing Your New Smart System

Once everything is mounted plus connected, run through all the basic functions. Test the up button, and down button, plus any preset positions you programmed. Make sure the motor stops exactly where it should, without going too far.

Try the voice commands from different spots around the room. Sometimes, WiFi signals don't reach every corner of your house equally well. Move your router closer if needed.

Set up automatic schedules through your phone app. Most people like having their covers open when they wake up, plus close them when the sun goes down. This saves energy on heating plus cooling costs too.

Final Thoughts

Motors that make weird noises usually need their mounting screws tightened up. Covers that move too slowly might have low battery power if they're not plugged into wall outlets.

Smart home technology keeps getting better each year. Your new motorized window covers will probably get software updates that add cool new features. Check your manufacturer's website occasionally for the latest improvements.

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