MidnightPro™ Motorized Shades

{ "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "How long does installation take?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Most Luxury Window Coverings installations are completed in about two weeks from your final measurement appointment to installation day. That timeline covers custom manufacturing, since your shades, blinds, or drapery are built to the exact dimensions of your windows rather than pulled from stock, plus scheduling for our white glove installation team. Motorized roller shades and standard blinds typically fall on the shorter end of that window, while custom drapery, hardwood shutters, or larger projects spanning multiple rooms can take slightly longer depending on fabric availability and the number of windows involved. Outdoor hurricane rated screens for Sarasota homes follow a similar two week manufacturing cycle. Every project starts with a design consultation at your home and professional measurement, so the two week clock starts once your order is confirmed, not at your first inquiry. Every installation is backed by a five year product warranty and a two year workmanship guarantee, so you are covered well after your shades are hung." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Do I need Wi-Fi for motorized shades or drapes?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Luxury Window Coverings motorized shades, blinds, and drapery tracks work with a standard handheld remote or wall switch right out of the box, with no internet connection required for basic operation. A wireless internet connection becomes necessary only if you want smartphone app control, voice control, or scheduling through a smart home ecosystem. Our motorization systems are built on Somfy technology, which integrates directly with Google Home, Amazon Alexa, and Apple HomeKit once connected to your home network. That means you can group your shades with existing smart home routines, for example closing blackout shades at sunset alongside your smart lighting, without needing a dedicated app just for your window treatments. Homeowners who prefer simplicity can rely on the remote only setup, which is just as quiet and precise as the app connected version. We will walk you through both options during your design consultation so you can choose what fits your home." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How quiet are your motorized systems?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Luxury Window Coverings motorized shades and drapery tracks use premium Somfy motors engineered specifically for nearly silent operation, which is why we install them frequently in bedrooms, home theaters, and living spaces where noise matters. Unlike lower cost motorization systems that produce an audible whirring or grinding sound, Somfy motors are designed to operate below the threshold most people notice in a normal room, even at close range. This applies across our full motorized lineup, including roller shades, cellular shades, sheer shades, and motorized drapery tracks, so you can enjoy quiet operation no matter which style or fabric you choose. The quiet motor pairs with smooth, precise movement, meaning shades start and stop cleanly rather than jerking or overshooting their position. If you are upgrading a bedroom or media room specifically for noise control, mention that during your consultation so we can confirm motor specification for your exact window sizes." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can I set schedules for my shades?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes. Once your motorized shades or drapery are connected to your home network, you can program them to open and close automatically on a schedule that matches your routine, for example opening blackout shades at sunrise or closing sheer shades at dusk for privacy. Scheduling is managed through the Somfy app or through whichever smart home platform you have connected, including Google Home, Amazon Alexa, or Apple HomeKit, so you can set it up alongside your existing lighting or thermostat routines rather than learning a separate system. Schedules can be set for each room or each shade individually, so a bedroom can run a different schedule than a living room or home office. This is especially useful for energy efficiency, since automatically closing solar or cellular shades during peak sun hours can reduce cooling costs in the summer, and for security, since shades that open and close on schedule make an empty home look occupied while you are away." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Do you offer outdoor solutions?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes. Luxury Window Coverings designs and installs outdoor hurricane rated screens and awnings for Florida homes, built specifically to withstand the wind and storm conditions common in the Sarasota area while still giving patios, lanais, and balconies a finished, high end look. These systems are motorized like our indoor shades, so you can retract or deploy them with a remote or smart home app rather than manually cranking a screen before a storm. Beyond hurricane protection, outdoor screens also block UV rays and reduce glare on covered outdoor living spaces, extending how much of the year those areas stay comfortable to use. Each outdoor installation goes through the same design consultation and professional measurement process as our indoor projects, and carries the same five year product warranty and two year workmanship guarantee. If you are in a hurricane zone with outdoor living space, this is one of the highest value upgrades we install." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What kind of warranty do you provide?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Every Luxury Window Coverings installation, whether indoor or outdoor, motorized or manual, comes with a five year product warranty covering the shades, blinds, drapery hardware, or motorization components themselves, plus a separate two year workmanship guarantee covering the quality of the installation. The product warranty protects against manufacturing defects in the materials and motors, including Somfy motorization systems, while the workmanship guarantee protects against installation issues like misalignment, mounting problems, or operational issues that stem from how the system was installed rather than the product itself. Both warranties apply automatically to every project, from a single room of roller shades to a whole home motorized drapery system, and require no additional registration or fee. If any covered issue comes up during either warranty period, our team handles the repair directly rather than routing you to a manufacturer's support line." } } ] }