Motorized cordless blinds are undergoing a sharp increase in popularity. There are basic versions operated by wall switches or remote controls. You can also find motorized blinds that can be attached to a smart home system that allows you to control them from a phone or tablet. These can be programmed to open and close automatically or even be controlled when you aren't home. 

1. Safety

Safety is the main reason to consider motorized blind options. Cords pose a major hazard, particularly to children and pets that can become tangled up in them. Strangulation is a real risk. Motorized blinds are completely cordless, so there is no strangulation risk, nor are there any pesky cords that need to be frequently untangled. 

2. Window Height

High walls and cathedral ceilings are often brightened up with the addition of windows. Unfortunately, those windows are often way too high for easy access when it comes to opening and closing the blinds. Motorized blinds are a better solution compared to the analog methods of long cords and wands. You can easily open and close the shades as needed to manage the light throughout the day.

3. Layout Issues

Sometimes windows are hard to get to due to the layout of the room. For example, you may not want to climb across the sofa or reach behind the entertainment center to reach the cord that controls the blinds. In this case, motorized blinds would allow you to easily open and close the blinds without the need of climbing over and around the furniture. 

4. Mobility Aid

Mobility issues, such as arthritis, can impact the ability to easily pull cords or twist the control wands of the blinds. The cords can also become harder to reach, particularly if someone can't easily move close to the blinds. Motorized blinds that are controlled by a remote or smartphone app are the easiest solution since these blinds can be controlled from anywhere with the push of a button.

5. Aesthetic Value

Cords and wands aren't the most attractive part of your window blinds. In many cases, they detract from the clean lines of the window coverings and actually affect the aesthetic value. For a cleaner and more attractive look, nothing beats motorized blinds. The eye will only be drawn to the window, not to a tangle of cords or a yellowing plastic control wand. 

Contact a blinds business in your area to learn more about the motorization options for your windows.