I’ve got an extra tall living room, and without a 15’ ladder there’s no way I can actuate the pull down shades. I would be annoyed to have to climb up to change batteries a few times a year. What I would ideally want are some kind of window shade or blinds with a remote or HA controllable, and a little solar panel to collect the juicy rays of the sun.

I have found hard wired shades, battery powered shades with remotes, and zigbee etc shades, but not exactly what I’m looking for.

Any suggestions?

I don’t actually HAVE any automation at home beyond some hated Alexas, but these shades would be a great place to start.

Thanks in advance.

  • Zwuzelmaus@feddit.orgEnglish
    7·
    19 hours ago

    In Germany, yes. I think they are selling them worldwide.

    https://www.velux.de/produkte/sonnenschutz-und-rolllaeden

    They are pretty reliable, with a builtin oversized battery and small solar panel, remote control, and 5 years warranty iirc.

    They offer an integration into smartness - I can look up for you later which one.

    I am planning currently to get some, but without their solar, just normal power and my own smart relays to control them.

    • KaninchenSpeed@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
      3·
      18 hours ago

      I use their blinds and windows with a Velux KLF 200 gateway. They work fully localy with homeassistant. Can reccommend.