Bathroom Automation: What’s So Good About It?

I can understand people who want to keep pace with the latest state-of-the-art technology wonders and have their homes automated, that’s why I’m going to try to answer the above question. Beware though, these are all personal considerations, and I’m writing this website for informative purpose only. If you want more details, you’ll have to ask a specialist.

Here’s my take on this topic: basically, most motorization options for window treatment are low voltage, therefore they aren’t dangerous. Moreover, the tubular motors are usually encapsulated in the upper headrail of the blind or shade, therefore steam shouldn’t get in that easily. What I see to be not so wise is the installation of an operating switch on the inside of the bathroom wall. You’ve probably noticed that even the light switch is outside the bathroom. It would be probably a good idea to get an automation system with remote control and if you are really afraid of the shortcircuits, you can choose a battery operated motor, thus being positive nothing wrong might happen.

If budget is not an issue for you, you could automate the entire bathroom, to have all appliances controlled by a remote, so you can enjoy your relaxation time without having to step out of the water to close the shades because the sun has just become too bright and it bothers you. Everything that needs to be moved can be automated: heated towel rails, windows, blinds, fans, lights. There are people who have even installed TV sets in the bathroom, so they can watch their favorite shows while taking a relaxing bath or while enjoying an aromatherapy session. One convenient solution is to have these screens built-in in the bathroom wall. In this way, contacts and plugs on the back panel won’t be affected, because they’ll be inside the wall.

How To Care For Bathroom Electric Blinds

Here are a few tips to help you enjoy your motorized bathroom blinds as much as possible and to keep them like new for a long time:

• The best way to care for your motorized blinds is to make sure that you install a proper ventilation system inside the bathroom, with a powerful fan, able to quickly spread the steam. Also, make sure that the blinds don’t get damaged, and if they do, get them fixed as soon as possible, in order to avoid the rust to penetrate the metal of the headrail.
• When you don’t need it, make sure not to leave the remote control in the bathroom, as prolonged humidity could affect the batteries, resulting in shortening their lifetime.
• After taking a hot bath or shower, wipe the blinds with a soft, dry cloth or with some toilet paper, especially on the upper side, where leakages could appear in time, affecting the motor or the wiring inside of the rim.