Motorised Curtains & Blinds
Open every curtain and blind in the house with one tap, on a schedule, or by voice. We motorise our custom curtains and blinds with Acmeda motors as standard and Somfy on request, and install everything ourselves.
How Motorisation Works
A small motor sits inside the curtain track or the blind’s roller tube. You control it with a remote, a wall switch, an app on your phone, or a smart home system. Most homes start with the rooms used most, such as the living room and main bedroom, and add more later.
Battery or Hardwired: Which Is Right for You?
| Battery (rechargeable) | Hardwired | |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Existing homes, renovations, single rooms | New builds and major renovations |
| Electrician needed | No | Yes, before plastering if possible |
| Charging | Recharge every 3 to 6 months, depending on use | Never |
| Works with C-Bus and home automation | Via hub | Yes, fully integrated |
Acmeda and Somfy Motors
- Acmeda (our standard): reliable, quiet motors with app and voice control through Acmeda’s Automate hub.
- Somfy: available on request, and a good fit for homes already set up with Somfy.
- C-Bus and smart homes: we hardwire motors into C-Bus systems so curtains and blinds work with your lighting scenes and automation.
What Does Motorisation Cost?
Motorising usually doubles the cost of a curtain, and adds roughly $100 to $300 per blind, depending on window size, motor brand, type and control. Battery motors don’t need an electrician, so they add nothing to installation; hardwired motors need an electrician but never need charging. We’ll give you an exact price at your free consultation.
Motorisation FAQs
Can I motorise my existing curtains or blinds?
Generally no, unless we did the original installation. That way we can make sure the quality is right and everything fits together. If we installed your curtains or blinds, we’ll check whether they can be motorised at your consultation.
Are motorised blinds safer for children?
Yes. Motorised blinds have no cords or chains, which removes a common hazard for children and pets.
What if the power goes out?
Battery motors keep working. Hardwired motors pause until power returns, and curtains can be moved by hand.
What warranty applies?
Motors are covered by the manufacturer’s warranty, generally 5 years, which is why we only use name-brand motors. Our own 10-year warranty covers our workmanship on the curtains and blinds themselves.
See Motorisation Working in Our Showroom
Visit us at 4 Argon Circuit, Clyde North, to try motorised curtains and blinds before you decide. Call (03) 8794 7894 to book a time.