Let There Be Light With Automated Shades

LET THERE BE LIGHT WITH AUTOMATED SHADES A LOOK AT AUTOMATED SHADES Operated by a remote control or wall control Some versions can be set on a timer to move even when you're not home A sleek, tech-forward way of updating your home Can be used alone or with other window treatments for different purposes THE BENEFITS OF AUTOMATED SHADES CONVENIENCE Saves you from manually opening and closing all shades in your house Especially convenient for large or hard-to-reach windows A good option for houses with high ceilings and tall windows SECURITY Prevent snooping by covering up your windows Use a timer so your shades open and close when you're away Makes it look like someone is home even if you're out of town PROTECTION Shades protect your furniture from fading in the sun's rays Helps your upholstery and carpet look new for longer Helps prevent fading of artwork and family photographs ENERGY EFFICIENCY 10-25% of your heating and cooling can escape through your windows Set the timer to let sun in when it's cold and block the sun when it's warm Honeycomb shades trap air to help insulate your home SAFETY Manual shades have cords that can become tangled, injuring children or pets Automated shades eliminate the cords for a safer alternative Not having to struggle to pull cords can be ideal for seniors AESTHETICS Automated shades move smoothly into position without awkward tugging Having no cords offers a sleeker, cleaner look in addition to being safer Automation gives your home a modern look and feel, and will impress guests PROVIDED BY: HArchitectural Window Treatments wwW.AWTREAT.COM SOURCES: http://www.awtreat.com/residential/automated-window-treatments.aspx http://www.awtreat.com/residential/honeycomb-shades.aspx http://www.automatedshading.com/benefits/ http://www.electronichouse.com/article/top_5_reasons_to_get_motorized_window_shades http://energy.gov/energysaver/articles/tips-windows