Smart Automation For Roller Blinds Outdoor Blinds And Louvred Awnings In The Garden Route
Somfy and MotionBlinds with local design and aftercare across Knysna George Plettenberg Bay Sedgefield and Wilderness
Imagine your blinds moving automatically. Morning light softens, interiors stay cool during heat, and at dusk the shades close by themselves. Custom Blinds® brings Somfy and MotionBlinds smart shading to homes across Knysna, George, Plettenberg Bay, Sedgefield and Wilderness. You get local design, local aftercare and effortless control via app or voice.
Why Invest In Automation
Comfort That Happens Naturally Set the bedroom to open with sunrise and close mid afternoon. Work areas stay free from glare and evenings are calm at the right time.
Energy Smart Living Automated shading helps interiors stay cooler in summer and warmer in winter. This supports efficient temperature control along the Garden Route and reduces power bills.
Safe And Effortless Cordless Control App and touch control powered by Somfy or MotionBlinds is safer for children and simpler for every age group.
Built To Last Somfy quiet Sonesse motors and MotionBlinds technology deliver reliable service. With five year warranties and neat installation by Custom Blinds® you can count on lasting quality and local support.
Trusted Brands We Use
Somfy Somfy has led tubular motor innovation for over fifty years. Sonesse motors are whisper quiet. With TaHoma and full voice and app integration you can set scenes and levels with ease. Products carry a five year manufacturer warranty through Somfy South Africa. Learn more at Somfy South Africa.
MotionBlinds By Coulisse MotionBlinds offers sleek rechargeable motors with simple app setup and compatibility with Matter and Thread. They integrate easily into modern smart homes without extra wiring. Learn more at MotionBlinds.
How It Works In Your Home
| Situation | What Smart Shades Do | Why It Works In Garden Route Homes |
|---|---|---|
| Morning glare | Open gently at sunrise | Soft morning light in forested Knysna bedrooms |
| Summer heat | Outdoor blinds lower automatically at midday | Coastal interiors stay fresh and comfortable |
| Evening privacy | Shades close at sunset without effort | Peaceful sundown routine in Plettenberg homes |
| Rising costs | Adaptive shading reduces HVAC demand | Lower energy use and steady comfort |
Designed for everyday life on the Garden Route
What Homeowners Say
“Easy to install and simple to use. I say Alexa evening mode and the shades drift closed.” Homeowner in Wilderness
“MotionBlinds integrates with my smart home. I see battery levels and set scenes locally. It just works.” Tech user in George
Automation FAQs For The Garden Route
Which products can be automated
We specialise in roller blinds outdoor blinds and louvred awnings.
Can automation be added later
Yes. Wireless and rechargeable options fit neatly without rewiring.
What control options are available
Somfy uses TaHoma for app and voice control. MotionBlinds integrates with Matter and Thread for modern smart homes.
What about maintenance and support
Somfy offers a five year manufacturer warranty. MotionBlinds is rechargeable and low maintenance. Custom Blinds® provides local aftercare across the Garden Route.
How do systems behave during power cuts
MotionBlinds includes manual override. Somfy motors hold position and resume when power returns.
How do I start
Book a design visit. We measure your rooms and outdoor spaces then propose the best smart shading plan for your home.
Duncan’s Insight
Wired systems need a 220 V outlet close to the headrail. Floor plugs or distant sockets will not help. Plan power before you automate.
Indoor Blinds
With a wide range of leading designer styles to choose from we can assist you in framing your windows in style by adding texture and colour to your design scheme.
Outdoor Weather Blinds
Looking to enhance your home with an outdoor ‘space’ or to protect it from the harsh South African weather, then we have the perfect outdoor product range for you. All custom made to fit, look impressive, and add value to your home. Entertaining outside has never been more comfortable or stylish.
Awnings: Wedge, Folding Arm, Patio Shade and Louvred
Designed specifically for the South African love of entertaining outdoors. They make a great choice for areas such as pergolas, verandas and balconies as they provide privacy and protection from the sun, wind and rain. Whatever the weather you can alfresco all- year round.
Indoor and Security Shutters
Transform your home lifestyle with stylish, versatile and affordable Shutters providing complete flexibility with light control, privacy and insulation in mind.
Shade Port & Sails
Our Shade Ports & Sails are designed to protect your vehicles, boats and caravans from direct sunlight rain and even hail. We have solutions that are not only practical, but also look stylish enhancing your property, whilst protecting your vehicle assets.
Safety Bars & Latches
We provide a range of aesthetic security barriers to keep intruders as well as wild animals out of your home or business.
