Motorized Solar Roller Screen Shades

For Indoor & Outdoor Use

Get full privacy and light control at the touch of a button or the sound of your voice with Amazon Alexa for the ultimate convenience. Also known as motorized solar shades, they are crafted to diffuse light, and provide great UV, fade, and glare protection. Protect your furniture and valuables, while still enjoying your outdoor view. Minimize light gaps for total privacy. Screen shades are available in varying levels of opacity, come in a variety of colors and textures. Control and operate your shades via a hand-held remote, tablet, phone or voice command, set your favorite position, schedule timers and more. Automatic screen shades are perfect for any room in the house but particularly effective in patios or sun rooms.

Coordinating fabric covered cassette or fascia metal boxes available. Explore our designer brackets for the ultimate modern look. Preview the power and control options below from our top reliable name brands that come with the best industry standard warranty extensions. Contact us for more information, technical support, and discover the best custom solution for your project. 

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Battery, plug-in, and wired options.

Remote, wall switch, phone, tablet, voice.

Hunter Douglas, Somfy, Lutron.

Alexa, Google, Siri compatible.
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Brands

We carry some of the best motorized solar screen roller shades under one roof, for your convenience. Explore each and let us know if you have any questions. We are here to help!
Hunter Douglas Motorized Skyline Roller Shades Modern Living Room Irvine

Wire-free, battery powered motors are perfect for areas where wiring is a challenge and are a cost-effective option. No electrician is required. We have built-in rechargeable battery and battery changing options. Batteries are hidden within the headrail. Battery life depends on frequency of use, up to 18 months.

Plug-in options are fully electric, don't require batteries, and are ideal for shades near an outlet. Hardwired options are wired at the top where the motor is and could be high or low voltage, ideal for heavier shades. Typically an electrician is needed to place the j-box outlets close to the shade header area.
No electrician is needed for battery and plug-in options.
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Opacity & Fascia

Smart solar shades are affordable, trendy, simple and yet elegant window treatment for any room. Versatile solution for total privacy and light control, choose from blackout/room-darkening or light-filtering sheer, opaque or semi-opaque styles. Explore the variety of fabrics, beautiful designs, colors and textures.

Coordinating fabric covered cassette or fascia metal boxes available to cover the hardware housing on the top. Get the ultimate modern look with our designer brackets.
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Controls

Operate your electric screen shades using a remote control, wall switch, phone, tablet or voice command. Controls are easy to use, program and modify as needed. 

You can access and operate your smart screen shades from anywhere in the world by using the provided free app on your mobile device. Then connect to a brand specific control center such as Hub, MyLink or Smart Bridge.
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Home Automation

Get the ultimate smart-home experience with smart shades. Our products can seamlessly integrate with popular whole-home automation systems. Amazon Alexa, Apple® HomeKit™, Google Home, Nest, Logitech and more. 

Voice activate your motorized shades with Alexa, Siri, or Google Assistant.
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Convenience & Safety

Stop struggling with screen shades in hard-to-reach places. No more messy tangled up cords. Enjoy the convenience of automated screen shades. Home motorization is also a great option for homes with children and pets. Feel secure even away from home, operate your shades when you're on vacation with our free app. 

Manual shades operation can be overwhelming, challenging and most of all inconvenient due to age or size of home.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

How are motorized solar shades powered?

You can choose battery, plug-in, or hardwired powered solar screen shades. Plug-in and hardwired are recommended for shades near an outlet or heavier larger shades.

How long do the batteries last for solar shades?

Batteries life depends on the frequency of use, between 12 to 18 months.

Do I need an electrician for motorized solar screen shades?

No, not necessarily, we have battery and plug-in options that do not require an electrician. If using a hard wired motor, using an electrician is recommended to get the wiring details hidden as much as possible. They will also place the j-box close to the shade header area.

Which brand is better for motorized solar screen shade?

Lutron and Somfy are in the higher price range as they provide strong, super quiet, very smooth operation. A superior quality product. But we carry several brands for solar screen shades to ensure we have something for every budget. Our experts will provide recommendations based on your requirements, noise level desire and budget.

Can my existing solar screen shades be motorized?

Yes, but it depends on which kind of shade you have. It can be retrofitted, but we will need more details on the age and specifications of your solar shade before providing final recommendations.

Can I install my own motorized solar screen shade?

Yes, you can, but we do not recommend it. We recommend motorized solar screen shades to be installed professionally, leveled perfectly, to ensure they function properly when you rise or lower the shade.

Why are motorized solar screen shade so expensive?

The high expense has to do with the demand and brand you select. Motorized solar shades are very attractive and extremely popular in this high-tech society. Convenient and reliable for many years, it's considered one of the best investments for homeowners. We have solar screen shades to fit every budget.

How long do motorized solar screen shades last?

Motorized solar shades typically last about 12 -15 years, and the motors last at least 7+ years, depending on the brand you select. We have several brands to choose from.

What are the best motorized screen shades?

The best top name brands for motorized solar screen shades are Lutron, Hunter Douglas, BTX, Somfy, Acmeda.

Are Hunter Douglas motorized solar screen shades worth the cost?

Yes, in our opinion, Hunter Douglas Motorized solar screen shades are worth it as they are backed by their Hunter Douglas warranty. Which is the best in the window covering industry. Their products are safe, reliable and easy to operate.

How do I change batteries on motorized solar screen shades?

There is usually a tube in the back of the header area where the batteries are housed. You need to unplug the motor first, and then open the cap where the batteries are located and replace.

Are smart solar screen shades worth it?

Yes, in our opinion, automated solar screen shades are worth it. It's one of the best investments for homeowners to upgrade their window treatments. The cost is nominal compared to the cost of the shade itself and the motorization does prolong the life of the shade. Since consumers no longer need to abruptly operate the shade and can use a remote, phone, tablet, or voice command Alexa, Google Assistant, or Siri.

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