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Manual or Automated? Frequently Asked Questions

Motorising your blinds has great benefits.
Motorisation means your blinds are controlled smoothly and evenly every time, and that means they stay looking good for longer.

You can open and close your blinds any time you choose, just by pressing on a button on your conveniently positioned wall switch or remote control handset.

You can partially open your blinds in the morning to let in a little light, without getting out of bed. Partially close them to prevent glare on your computer screen, without getting up from your seat, or close them at any time of day to have some privacy. It's so easy and you're in complete control.

When your blinds are controlled by a timer, they can be closed when it gets dark in winter, before you even get home from work, keeping in warmth and helping to save energy in your home.

Blinds controlled by a timer make it look as though there is someone at the premises, even when you are away working or on holiday, giving you a little security and peace of mind.

Whats the difference between a hard wired system and a radio system?
In a wired system, the control is connected to the motor by electric wires which carry your commands to the motor. This is the traditional home automation solution. In this case, the control unit is fixed near the motor (beside the window, for instance, for a motorised blind).

In the radio system, the commands are transmitted by radio waves. There is no electric wiring between the motor and the control. The control is mobile, and you can control your blind within a radius of up to 20 metres, even through a wall. Installation is quicker too, and saves your walls from being damaged. This is the neat, simple home automation solution.

Note: with Somfy, a wired system can always be upgraded to a radio installation.

Why should I choose to motorise my curtains?
Motorising your curtains has great benefits.

Motorisation means your curtains are controlled smoothly and evenly every time, and that means they stay looking good for longer.

You can open and close your curtains any time you choose, just by pressing on a button on your conveniently positioned wall switch or remote control handset.

You can partially open your curtains in the morning to let in a little light, without getting out of bed. Partially close them to prevent glare on your TV or computer screen, without getting up from your seat, or close them at any time of day to have some privacy. It's so easy and you're in complete control.

When your curtains are controlled by a timer, they can be closed when it gets dark in winter, before you even get home from work, keeping in warmth and helping to save energy in your home.

Curtains controlled by a timer make it look as though there is someone at home, even when you are away working or on holiday, giving you a little security and peace of mind.

What is the difference between a wired control system and a radio system?
In a wired system, the control is connected to the motor by electric wires which carry your commands to the motor. It's a tried and tested home automation technology. In this case, the control unit is fixed near the motor (beside the window, for instance, for a motorised roller shutter). In the radio system, the commands are transmitted by radio waves. This is sometimes called "wireless technology", as there is no electric wiring between the motor and the control.

The control is mobile, and you can control your roller shutter within a radius of up to 20 metres, even through a wall. Installation is quicker too and saves your walls from being damaged. It's a neat, simple home automation solution. Note: with Somfy, a wired system can always be upgraded to a radio installation.

What does RTS mean?
It’s the abbreviation for Radio Technology Somfy®. This is a wireless home automation control system by radio waves, using a remote control, or sometimes a switch.

Is an RTS installation more expensive than a traditional wired installation?
No, because you save the costs of wiring, and above all, your interior decoration is completely unaffected. That's the great advantage of this home automation solution.

Can I have motorised blinds installed without having to rewire?
Yes. Battery powered solutions are available for roller and Venetian blinds. The blinds are simply installed and the battery secured in a discrete position out of view and plugged in with no disruption to your decor. As the remote control is battery powered, there is no wiring between the motor and control.

I have a wired installation. Can I upgrade it?
Certainly. All you need to do is add an RTS receiver which will centralise your orders and transmit them to the motors via the existing wiring. And if you subsequently add another RTS product, it won't need to be wired to the control point.

Can I operate all my motorised equipment with a single remote control?
Certainly, RTS technology is compatible with all Somfy applications. With a single remote control, you can operate all the motorised openings on your property, from your roller shutters to your fire doors.

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Bright-A-Blind specialises in internal office blinds and solar shading solutions. All newly installed blinds are fully branded and supported by a rapid response aftercare service. Products include the latest manual or motorised blinds including blackout. Enviable track records for complex or high level installation demonstrate why clients come back again and again.

Planned Maintenance –up to 95% cheaper than replacements.
For premises that already have over 50 internal office blinds on site and are searching for real savings.(up to 95%!) should investigate a specialist blinds maintenance plan from one of our sales team . Alternatively as the specialist market leader in deep cleaning blinds, improvements over dusting will radically improve the appearance of your blinds at a price that suits all budgets.

Building Managers or Architects looking to reduce solar gain on new premises should investigate the benefits of Technical external Venetian or Roller blinds fitted to the outside of buildings. Product options include Fully or Non retractable, manual or automated blinds with a choice of slat sizes. Buildings with existing external solar shading blinds can benefit from maintenance as well. Our engineers are IPAF certified and fully trained.

Refurbishment or Facility Managers arranging a move of premises may find it is worthwhile arranging a visit from one of our specialist blind surveyors at the planning stage. Whether it is just a “cost effective clean” or a combination of blind repair and “like for like” replacement’s, a Bright-A-Blindsurveyor will work within your ideas and budget. It’s reassuring to know that we can run with a quick “hand over” or within a phased program of installations.

Bright A Blind operates seven days a week and on site works take place out of office hours if required. We have been told that it is our overall operational competence to deliver what we undertake, without undue disturbance, or fuss, which sets us apart from our competition.

National Coverage from our London blinds Headquarters
We offer organisations a Free assessment of the state of workplace blinds, complete with FREE recommendations for ongoing blind maintenance, repair and replacement. Our audit professionals are discreet, efficient and will not disrupt your workplace, but will provide you with an invaluable detailed audit. The report will include a free health and safety assesment, environmental evaluations, maintenance surveys, and optional blind cleaning or blind repair. We operate 24 hours a day 7 days a week, we guarantee to be on time, on budget and with a minimum of fuss.

Organisations with sites all over the UK can now enjoy the benefits of a simple and straightforward national agreement arranged by our London blinds head office. A significant reduction in staff and visitor complaints are achieved through these plans. All client sites achieve a local price with one invoicing point. Services includes annual maintenance with rapid response reactive call outs. Our team is comprised of knowledgeable surveyors, technicians and sales representatives who are all trained to know blinds inside and out. This enables us to minimise stress for you and make sure you end up with the right job, quickly and accurately.

If you have venetian, pleated, roller or vertical blinds, and don’t want to run to the expense of replacing them, we can help.

Its worth noting that although we deal with commercial blinds we are not restricted purely to the manufacture of internal office blinds. Window film and curtains including stage curtains are offered and pattern books are available. No job is too large or too small and we provide a minimum 12 month guarantee on all our installations. We work with many long-term clients, from architects, building contractors and those involved in interior management. Large amounts of money can be saved through ensuring your existing blinds are repaired, maintained and cleaned on a regular basis, as entire replacements are costly.

Bright-A-Blind have over 18 years experience in London Blinds, we have steadily spread throughout the South East and currently cover most of the UK serving many prestigious companies with small and large complex installations, references can be provided upon request. Whether you are looking for a new office blind or external blinds Bright-A-Blind can help. As a London blinds company we are dedicated to supplying our blinds and services throughout the UK.
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