Motorized blinds bring together modern convenience, clean design, and smart-home functionality — all without sacrificing style. Made from the same high-quality fabrics as traditional window coverings, these blinds feature a discreet rechargeable motor housed inside the headrail. With app-based control and automation options, adjusting your window coverings is as easy as tapping your phone — whether you’re relaxing at home or heading out the door on a busy morning.
For Canadian homes juggling long winters, bright summer sun, and ever-changing daylight hours, motorized blinds offer practical comfort all year round.
Motorized Blind Styles Available
Motorized blinds aren’t one-size-fits-all. Here are the most popular motorized options available for Canadian interiors:
Motorized Roller Blinds
Simple, sleek, and incredibly versatile, motorized roller blinds are ideal for high-traffic areas like kitchens and bathrooms. Their durable, wipe-clean fabrics stand up well to splashes, steam, and daily use.
Twist2Fit No-Drill Roller Blinds
Perfect for renters or anyone avoiding power tools, Twist2Fit motorized roller blinds install without drilling. The tension-fit design allows for quick setup while still offering automated light control.
Motorized Roman Shades
If you love soft folds and a tailored look, motorized Roman shades blend classic elegance with modern tech. They stack neatly when raised and add warmth and texture to living spaces.
Zebra Shades
Designed for flexible privacy, motorized zebra blinds alternate sheer and opaque fabric panels. They’re ideal for rooms where you want daylight without sacrificing privacy — especially during shorter winter days.
Why We Love Motorized Blinds
Plenty of styles and colours
From neutral greys and warm earth tones to bold patterns and nature-inspired prints, there’s something to suit both traditional and contemporary homes.
Smart light and privacy control
Automate your blinds to open with the sunrise or close before dusk — great for maintaining privacy, protecting floors and furniture from UV fading, and managing glare during long summer evenings.
Cordless, child-safe design
With no hanging cords or chains, motorized blinds are a safer choice for households with kids or pets. App control also makes them accessible for anyone with limited mobility.
Create room-by-room scenes
Using the NEO Smart Blinds app, you can group blinds together and set scenes — wake-up light for bedrooms, movie night for the living room, or full privacy after dark.
Best Rooms for Motorized Blinds
Kitchen
Motorized roller blinds are a practical solution thanks to their moisture-resistant fabrics and easy cleaning — perfect for busy family kitchens.
Bedroom
Motorized blinds are ideal for sleep-friendly spaces. Choose blackout linings for street-facing rooms or thermal linings to help insulate against cold winters and summer heat.
Living Room
Motorized Roman shades add a refined finish while letting you adjust light levels without leaving the couch — ideal for entertaining or relaxing evenings.
How Much Do Motorized Blinds Cost?
Pricing depends on fabric choice, blind style, and window size. Because they’re made-to-measure and designed for DIY installation, you can avoid professional fitting fees while still enjoying a custom look. There are options available to suit a wide range of budgets.
Here at Select Blinds Canada, we do offer a Best Price Promise, which means if you find the same window covering anywhere else for less, we’ll beat it by at least 10%!
How to Measure for Motorized Blinds
Measuring for Roller & Zebra Blinds
Inside Mount (Recess Fit)
Measure the width and height of the window recess in three places. Use the smallest measurements to ensure a proper fit.
Outside Mount (Exact Fit)
Measure the full width and height you want the blind to cover. Add approximately 1-2 inches above the window and 2-4 inches on each side for full coverage.
Measuring Motorized Roman Blinds
Inside Mount
Measure the width and drop of the recess and use the smallest figures.
Outside Mount
Measure the desired finished width and height, adding roughly 1-2 inches above the window and 2-4 inches on each side, similar to roller blinds.
Many suppliers also offer a Perfect Fit Guarantee, meaning if measurements are slightly off, a replacement blind may be provided at no extra cost.
How Do Motorized Blinds Actually Work?
Each blind contains a rechargeable battery-powered motor concealed within the headrail. Once switched on, the blind connects to the NEO Smart Blinds app, allowing you to raise, lower, or fine-tune positioning with precision. You can adjust height manually on-screen or automate movement based on your schedule.
Can You Automate Existing Blinds?
This can be possible if you already have certain roller or zebra blinds installed, but it is not always an option for every product. The best way to find out if you can upgrade your cordless shades to motorized would be to contact our customer care team so they can look into the options available with your particular Select Blinds Canada window covering.
Upgrade Your Windows with Motorized Blinds
Motorized blinds are a smart investment, offering comfort, safety, and energy efficiency wrapped in stylish design. Explore the full motorized blinds collection today and discover a smarter way to control light and privacy in every room.