Motorised curtains: a little planning for easier everyday use

Balcony doorway and curtain stacking space — From Hiên Rèm’s photo collection. Compare a physical sample before choosing your colour.

Discuss the curtains before closing the ceiling

If you are building or renovating, share the floor plan, any curtain-recess drawing and your preferred opening direction. The interior, electrical and curtain teams need to agree on the power point, motor side and future maintenance access. Recess dimensions depend on the tracks, number of layers and curtain route.

Choose the equipment before fixing the power point

Motorised systems can use different power supplies and controls. Have the model name and technical instructions before the electrical work is finalised. Battery use, voltage and power-unit position all depend on the chosen equipment. A qualified person should carry out the electrical work following the manufacturer’s instructions.

Another view from Hiên Rèm’s new curtain collection — From Hiên Rèm’s photo collection. Compare a physical sample before choosing your colour.

Choose controls everyone finds comfortable

Would you prefer a remote beside the bed, a wall switch or controls through your existing smart-home system? Describe how you want to use it and name the system you already have. App access, scheduling and voice control need to be checked against the motor and any required connection device.

Also ask what to do during a power cut, when the remote battery runs out or when the network is unavailable. Short instructions for the actual system are useful for older family members and guests alike.

Try every window at handover

Open the curtains, stop them midway and close them fully. Check the end positions, walking space and nearby furniture. Keep the equipment code, instructions and agreed warranty terms. Hiên confirms the motor model and availability for each proposal; website images illustrate possible arrangements.