Motorised Blinds & Curtains
🧠 Motorised window furnishings bring together style, convenience, and smart technology—perfect for modern living. At Taylor & Stirling, we offer a wide range of automated solutions for blinds, curtains, awnings, and shutters, powered by trusted brands like Somfy®, Rollease Acmeda, A-OK, Louvolite, and Dooya.
Whether you’re building new, renovating, or upgrading your existing window coverings, our motorised systems deliver seamless control, energy efficiency, and a polished finish.
⚙️ Why Choose Motorisation?
- ✅ Effortless Control: Operate blinds or curtains via remote, wall switch, smartphone, or voice assistant
- ✅ Smart Home Integration: Compatible with Alexa, Google Home, Apple HomeKit, IFTTT, and Control4
- ✅ Matter Support: Select motors now support Matter, enabling direct integration with Apple and Google smart home ecosystems—no hub required
- ✅ Energy Efficiency: Automate your window coverings to reduce heat gain/loss and lower energy bills
- ✅ Enhanced Safety: Eliminate cords and chains—ideal for homes with children or pets
- ✅ Quiet Operation: Whisper-quiet motors ensure smooth, discreet movement
- ✅ Increased Product Lifespan: Gentle, controlled operation reduces wear and tear
🔄 Retrofit Your Existing Blinds
Already have blinds or curtains you love? We can retrofit many existing systems with motorised components—no need to start from scratch. Our team will assess your current setup and recommend the best motorisation solution, whether battery-powered, hardwired, or solar.
🪟 Compatible Products
Our motorisation options are available across a wide range of indoor and outdoor window furnishings:
- Curtain Tracks – Straight, curved, or custom
- Roller Blinds – Sunscreen, translucent, and blockout
- Roman Blinds
- Outdoor Blinds – Patio rollers, straight drop, auto awnings
- Folding Arm Awnings & Retractable Roofs
- Plantation Shutters
🔋 Power Options
Choose the motor type that suits your space and budget:
- 240V Hardwired Motors – Ideal for new builds or renovations
- 12V Battery Motors – Perfect for retrofits or hard-to-reach windows
- Solar-Powered Systems – Eco-friendly and wire-free
- Lithium Battery Packs – Rechargeable or replaceable AA options
Even in low-light areas, we offer discreet solar panel solutions that sit behind the blind and remain invisible from inside.
📱 Smart Control Systems
- Somfy Connexoon RTS App: Control blinds, curtains, and awnings from your smartphone
- Automate PULSE Hub: Visualise blind positions, check battery levels, and set schedules or scenes
- Dooya Smart Motors: Affordable automation with app and voice control
- Matter-Compatible Motors: Native support for Apple Home and Google Home—no hub required
- Scene Setting: Automate your home for morning wake-ups, movie nights, or energy savings
🧩 How It Works
- Consultation – We assess your space, window types, and control preferences
- Custom Design – Choose your motor type, control system, and integration level
- Installation – Our expert team installs and configures your system for seamless operation
- Training & Support – We guide you through using your new system and offer ongoing support
📊 Compare Motor Brands
| Feature / Brand | Somfy® | Rollease Acmeda | A-OK | Louvolite | Dooya |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Control Options | Remote, App, Voice, Wall Switch | Remote, App, Voice, Wall Switch | Remote, App, Voice | Remote, App | Remote, App, Voice |
| Smart Home Integration | Alexa, Google, Apple, IFTTT, Control4 | Alexa, Google, Apple, IFTTT | Alexa, Google (via hub) | Limited | Matter (direct Apple/Google) |
| Matter Support | Coming soon | Not available | Not available | Not available | ✅ Yes (select motors) |
| Power Options | 240V, Battery, Solar | 240V, Battery, Solar | 240V, Battery | Battery | Battery, USB-C Rechargeable |
| Noise Level | Ultra-quiet | Quiet | Quiet | Moderate | Quiet |
| Ideal For | Premium homes, full automation | Smart homes, retrofits | Budget-friendly automation | Simple roller blind setups | Affordable smart upgrades |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years | 5 years | 3 years | 3–5 years (model dependent) |
Note: Matter support allows direct integration with Apple Home and Google Home without the need for a separate hub—ideal for streamlined smart home setups.
🏠 Ideal Applications
Motorised systems are perfect for:
- Home theatres, bedrooms, and high windows
- Offices and boardrooms
- Elderly or mobility-impaired users
- Child-safe environments
- Energy-efficient homes and smart renovations
🛠️ Expert Installation & Support
As the only authorised Somfy Automation Specialist in Ballarat, Taylor & Stirling offers:
- In-home consultations and product demonstrations
- Custom solutions for new builds and retrofits
- 5-year warranty on all motorised systems
- Ongoing support and maintenance
🏠 Local Expertise You Can Trust
Taylor & Stirling has proudly served Ballarat for decades, and Huonville since 2015. We offer custom solutions backed by local knowledge and hands-on service. Whether you’re upgrading your home or exploring smart automation, our team is here to help.
📍 Showroom Locations
Ballarat Showroom
22 Sturt Street, Ballarat VIC
📞 (03) 5332 1132
Huonville Showroom
11 Wilmot Road, Huonville TAS
📞 (03) 6264 1200
📅 Book Your Consultation
Ready to explore your options?
Book a free consultation to discuss styles, motorisation, and installation with our expert team.
