Somfy

⚙️ Somfy Commercial & Residential Motorisation

Taylor & Stirling is a certified member of the Somfy Expert Program, providing professionally trained installation, programming and support for Somfy commercial automation systems across Tasmania and Victoria. With specialist teams operating from Huonville and Hobart in Southern Tasmania, and Ballarat in regional Victoria, we deliver Somfy motorisation solutions for blinds, curtains, awnings, shutters and external screens in commercial buildings, offices, hospitality venues and public facilities.

Our Somfy Expert accreditation ensures every project is backed by industry‑leading knowledge, correct motor selection, compliant installation, and seamless integration with Somfy controls and automation platforms. Whether you’re upgrading a single commercial space or planning a full‑scale automation rollout, Taylor & Stirling provides trusted Somfy‑certified expertise across both states.

As a certified member of the Somfy Expert Program, Taylor & Stirling provides professionally trained installation, programming and support for Somfy motors and controls across commercial projects. Learn more about our full motorisation range here: Motorisation Systems

🏢 Why Choose Somfy for Commercial Automation

Somfy is the global leader in motorisation, with more than 50 years of engineering experience across commercial and architectural applications. Their systems are designed for:

  • Energy efficiency — automated control reduces heat gain and improves building performance
  • Comfort & convenience — smooth, quiet operation with precise control
  • Durability — motors engineered for high‑use commercial environments
  • Scalability — suitable for small offices through to large multi‑storey buildings
  • Integration — compatible with Somfy’s full range of wired and wireless controls

As Somfy Experts, Taylor & Stirling ensures every installation meets Somfy’s technical standards and commercial compliance requirements.

🪟 Commercial Applications

Somfy motorisation is ideal for:

  • Office buildings
  • Schools and public facilities
  • Hospitality venues
  • Retail spaces
  • Medical and professional suites
  • Multi‑residential developments
  • Government buildings

We supply and install Somfy motors across:

  • Roller blinds
  • Roman blinds
  • Curtains and tracks
  • Awnings and external screens
  • Shutters
  • Wide‑span commercial shading systems

🔌 Somfy Controls & Automation

Somfy offers a complete ecosystem of commercial control options:

  • Wired wall switches
  • Wireless remotes
  • Group control systems
  • Timers and scheduling
  • Sun, wind and temperature sensors
  • Building management system (BMS) integration
  • Somfy Digital Network (SDN) for large commercial sites

Taylor & Stirling provides full programming, commissioning and handover training for all Somfy control systems.

🛠 Professional Installation

As Somfy Experts, our installation process includes:

  • Correct motor specification
  • Load and span calculations
  • Wiring and control layout planning
  • Sensor placement and calibration
  • Group control configuration
  • Safety and compliance checks
  • Final commissioning and client training

Our teams in Huonville/Hobart and Ballarat follow Somfy’s installation standards to ensure long‑term reliability and smooth operation.

🌏 Local Service Across Tasmania & Victoria

Southern Tasmania — Huonville & Hobart

Our Tasmanian team services commercial clients throughout the Huon Valley, Hobart, Kingston, Glenorchy, and surrounding regions.

Regional Victoria — Ballarat

Our Ballarat team provides Somfy commercial automation across Ballarat, Daylesford, Creswick, Bacchus Marsh, and Western Victoria.

Both locations operate under the same Somfy Expert Program standards.

📞 Speak With a Somfy Expert

For commercial motorisation advice, specifications or project planning, contact Taylor & Stirling’s Somfy Expert team:

  • Huonville / Hobart: 11 Wilmot Rd, Huonville TAS 710, (03) 6231 4120
  • Ballarat: 22 Sturt St, Ballarat VIC 3305 — (03) 5333 1441

We provide quotes, site assessments, and full commercial automation solutions.

Somfy Automation for Blinds, Curtains & Awnings

Smart motorisation for roller blinds, curtains, external blinds & awnings

Somfy is the global leader in automation for blinds, curtains and awnings. Their motors are known for reliability, quiet operation and seamless smart‑home integration. Taylor & Stirling supplies and installs Somfy RTS and Somfy IO motors, remotes, sensors and smart‑home systems for homes across Ballarat, Huonville and Southern Tasmania.

Taylor & Stirling is a certified member of the Somfy Expert Program, providing professionally trained installation, programming and support for Somfy commercial automation systems across Tasmania and Victoria. With specialist teams operating from Huonville and Hobart in Southern Tasmania, and Ballarat in regional Victoria, we deliver Somfy motorisation solutions for blinds, curtains, awnings, shutters and external screens in commercial buildings, offices, hospitality venues and public facilities.

Our Somfy Expert accreditation ensures every project is backed by industry‑leading knowledge, correct motor selection, compliant installation, and seamless integration with Somfy controls and automation platforms. Whether you’re upgrading a single commercial space or planning a full‑scale automation rollout, Taylor & Stirling provides trusted Somfy‑certified expertise across both states.

As a certified member of the Somfy Expert Program, Taylor & Stirling provides professionally trained installation, programming and support for Somfy motors and controls across commercial projects. Learn more about our full motorisation range here: Motorisation Systems

🌟 Why Choose Somfy Automation

🔇 Quiet, Smooth Operation

Somfy motors are engineered for low noise and soft start/stop movement.

🔋 Battery or Wired Options

Choose between rechargeable battery motors or hard‑wired systems for larger blinds and awnings.

📡 RTS & IO Wireless Control

Somfy’s wireless systems allow remote control, timers, sensors and smart‑home integration.

🧠 Smart‑Home Ready

Control blinds and curtains via phone, voice or automation routines.

🌞 Perfect for Hard‑to‑Reach Windows

Ideal for high windows, large blinds, heavy curtains and external shading.

🪟 Somfy for Roller Blinds

🔘 Somfy Sonesse Motors (Quiet Series)

Designed specifically for indoor blinds.

  • ultra‑quiet
  • smooth movement
  • battery or wired
  • compatible with RTS & IO

🔋 Battery Motors

Great for existing homes — no electrician required.

Wired Motors

Best for large blinds, heavy fabrics or new builds.

🪟 Somfy for Curtains

🎚️ Somfy Glydea Ultra Curtain Track

Premium curtain motor for S‑fold, pinch pleat and wave curtains.

  • whisper‑quiet
  • soft start/stop
  • touch‑motion activation
  • perfect for bedrooms & living rooms

🪄 Somfy Irismo Track

Compact motor for smaller curtain spans.

🌞 Somfy for Awnings & External Blinds

🌀 Somfy Awning Motors

Built for outdoor conditions.

  • high torque
  • reliable in wind
  • compatible with sensors
  • ideal for folding‑arm awnings

🌤️ Somfy External Blind Motors

Perfect for Ziptrak‑style blinds, straight‑drop blinds and outdoor screens.

📡 Somfy RTS vs Somfy IO

📡 Somfy RTS (Radio Technology Somfy)

One‑way communication.

  • reliable
  • simple
  • compatible with most remotes
  • ideal for basic automation

🔁 Somfy IO (Bidirectional Smart System)

Two‑way communication.

  • confirms motor position
  • integrates with smart homes
  • works with TaHoma
  • future‑proof

If you want smart‑home control, IO is the better choice.

🧠 Somfy Smart‑Home Integration

📱 Somfy TaHoma

Control blinds, curtains and awnings from your phone.

  • schedules
  • automation routines
  • group control
  • remote access

🗣️ Voice Control

Somfy works with:

  • Google Home
  • Amazon Alexa
  • Apple (limited via HomeKit bridges)

🔗 IFTTT Integration

Create custom automation triggers.

🎛️ Somfy Remotes & Wall Controls

🎚️ Situo Remotes

Simple, modern handheld remotes.

🧱 Smoove Wall Switches

Touch‑sensitive wall controls.

📡 Multi‑Channel Remotes

Control multiple blinds or rooms.

🔍 Somfy Troubleshooting (High‑Intent Search Cluster)

Blind not responding

Often caused by remote battery being flat, is the life ?  If its a battery motor did you charge it recently.

Remote not working

Re‑pairing or battery replacement usually resolves it.

Motor noise

May indicate fabric weight issues or track friction.

Awning not retracting

Check wind sensor or power supply.

Taylor & Stirling provides Somfy diagnostics, repairs and re‑pairing.

💸 Somfy Pricing & Installation

💡 Battery Motors

Affordable installation — no electrician required.

Wired Motors

Higher torque, ideal for large blinds and awnings.

🛠️ Professional Installation

We install, configure and pair all Somfy motors, remotes and smart‑home systems.

🛡️ Somfy Warranty

Somfy motors include a 5‑year manufacturer warranty when installed by an authorised dealer.

Taylor & Stirling is a Somfy‑approved installer.

🔍 Somfy FAQ 

Is Somfy worth it?

Yes — Somfy motors are reliable, quiet and long‑lasting.  So the simple answer is yes, but this does come with a premium price point. 

Can Somfy connect to Alexa or Google Home?

Yes — via Somfy TaHoma.

What’s better: RTS or IO?

RTS = simple. IO = smart‑home ready.

Can Somfy motorise curtains?

Yes — Glydea Ultra and Irismo tracks.

Can Somfy motorise awnings?

Yes — Somfy is the industry standard for awning motors.

Do Somfy motors need servicing?

Minimal — but tracks and blinds should be checked annually.

 

🌏 Local Service Across Tasmania & Victoria

Southern Tasmania — Huonville & Hobart

Our Tasmanian team services commercial clients throughout the Huon Valley, Hobart, Kingston, Glenorchy, and surrounding regions.

Regional Victoria — Ballarat

Our Ballarat team provides Somfy commercial automation across Ballarat, Daylesford, Creswick, Bacchus Marsh, and Western Victoria.

Both locations operate under the same Somfy Expert Program standards.

📞 Speak With a Somfy Expert

For commercial motorisation advice, specifications or project planning, contact Taylor & Stirling’s Somfy Expert team:

  • Huonville / Hobart: 11 Wilmot Rd, Huonville TAS 7109, Phone (03) 6231 4120
  • Ballarat: 22 Sturt St, Ballarat VIC 3350 , Phone (03) 5333 1441

We provide quotes, site assessments, and full commercial automation solutions.