The Blinds of the Future
By: John Garcia | Date Posted: November 3, 2021
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Blinds have been around for centuries, and for many years they worked very efficiently and didn’t need improvement. But, luckily for modern homeowners, there have been some changes, materials have improved, and there are better ways of controlling them now.
The Blinds of the Future
The introduction of blackout fabric has significantly transformed the outdoor cafe blinds industry, yielding numerous advantages. With ongoing technological advancements, one can only speculate on the innovative possibilities that blinds might offer in the next 100 years.
In today’s article, we are going to look at some of the latest blinds on the market. The future may be closer than you think.
Solar Panel Blinds
Solar panels have taken the world by storm in recent years. This amazing technology allows the sun to power just about anything. There are even solar-powered cars these days. So, why not solar power blinds?
Blinds are perfectly placed to absorb sunlight. The blinds could have small solar panels that track the sunlight and are completely powered by the sun. This plan may seem futuristic, but scientists have already developed prototypes.
Projection Blinds
Imagine changing the entire look and feel of your room at the touch of a button. Blinds come in a variety of different colors and finishes, but no matter how exciting they once were, they will soon be boring to look at.
Projection blinds will change that forever. Project any image of your choice and change it as often as you like. Could you imagine the impact this would have on advertising or having a themed party? Mood lights have the power to set an excellent ambiance. Imagine the possibilities if you do this with blinds.
Smart Blinds
Everything can connect to Wi-Fi these days, from your smartphone to your Smart House. Why should blinds be any different? As more homes become fully connected, this concept is much closer than you can imagine.
Smart blinds were designed to make your life a lot easier. They can be controlled from your smartphone or other smart devices. The blinds can be moved independently, be open and closed remotely, or even set on a timer. This allows you complete control, even if you aren’t at home.
Outdoor blinds can be fitted with storm detection. This allows them to close if they sense a storm approaching. This is an ideal solution for those that live in areas that are prone to natural disasters. The best part is they can be powered by solar power, so they are eco-friendly and a great investment.
Sunscreen Roller Blinds
Sun protection roller blinds are constructed from a special material that filters out UV light. The fabric allows in the light, without allowing in any of the harmful UV rays. This will protect your furniture from fading. Outdoor sunscreen roller blinds can protect you from harsh sunlight and are great for outdoor events and entertainment.
Z-Wave Blinds
Z-wave blinds are starting to appear in homes worldwide. They use wireless technology to connect to your other smart devices. The devices have the ability to talk to each other. If you prefer the more hands-on approach then you can control them using your smartphone. You can even program them to obey voice commands.
The technology that makes this possible uses simple low-power radio waves. These waves can transmit through the floor, walls and other items without any interference. Z-wave technology can be connected to many various devices.
Why Would I Want Smart Blinds?
Just like everything else that has become ‘smart’, smart blinds were designed to add functionality and convenience to your life. This is supposed to give you more time to do other things and one less thing to think about.
Smart blinds can be set on a schedule to be raised and lowered at certain times.
This can provide extra safety and security and increase your home’s energy efficiency. For business, such as using blinds for your restaurant’s exterior, you impress with using the latest innovation on the market.
Just as you might set your house lights to go on and off while you’re on holiday, you can do the same with your blinds.
Other advantages include
- Set them to work on a schedule of your choice: Set your blinds to lower in the evenings to keep out prying eyes. If you like to have the sun greet you in the mornings, set the timer so your blinds open when the sun rises.
- Enhanced energy efficiency: They are equipped with energy sensors so they can adjust themselves depending on the environment.
- Better safety and security: Always create the illusion that someone is home. This could help protect your home from intruders.
- Set the shading level automatically: Change the level of the amount of light that you let into the house or your office. Smart blinds can be set to change as the sun changes position in the sky.
Final Thoughts
There is an exciting future ahead of us. With technology improving at an impressive rate these creations can be in your home sooner than you think.
What improvements do you feel are most necessary in this industry?
Thank you for reading!
