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It’s here: the all new Somfy Sonesse 40 WireFree RTS When you need the power of a wired motor, with the flexibility of a battery

Here’s everything that happened at Umbra on July 13th… Umbra & Somfy’s latest event enabled trade members and experts to get together for a day

Evolve® Zero is Here! 5 Things You Need to Know… A true revolution in roller blind technology is finally in the UK.   Thursday, June 1st

3… 2… 1… Zero. Join us on June 1st to witness the launch of a revolutionary new roller blind technology.  Zero makes what was once

Get to grips with your TaHoma switch and unlock these game-changing features.   The Somfy TaHoma has long been an established choice for smart home integration

Umbra & Somfy Wireless Integration Discovery Day – A Recap. Our first-ever Wireless Discovery Day brought industry experts and our trade customers together for a

Discover the possibilities of wireless blinds control, including integration with popular smart home systems using Somfy Tahoma. This joint Umbra & Somfy event will be

‘What Fabric Should I Use for My Roller Blinds?”: How to Recommend the Right Blind Fabric for Your Customers Needs With so many options to

“Can Only Lutron Motors Be Connected to a Lutron Lighting System?” A lot of people in the blinds industry would have you believe that only

Different Types of Eco-Friendly Fabrics  As a carbon-neutral company, sustainable shading and eco-friendly manufacturing is something we talk about a lot. However, sustainability can have

What’s the Difference Between Voile and Screen Roller Blind Fabric?  When choosing a fabric for your blinds, deciding how much light you want to pass

Internal vs External Shading: Which is a better choice? Unprotected glass is the greatest source of heat entering a building. As temperatures continue to rise,

The Effect of Light on The Circadian Rhythm   It’s common knowledge that humans have evolved to be awake during the day and sleep during the

Why Should You Have Zip-Retention Blinds in Your Home?   Blackout blinds are a popular choice for homes as they provide privacy, and block sunlight and

What Are the Benefits of Double Roller Blinds?  Double roller blind systems are a popular choice for homeowners who have different requirements for shading and

What’s the Difference Between Screen and Dimout Roller Blind Fabric? When choosing a fabric for your blinds, deciding how much light you want to pass

The Benefit of Battery Powered Blinds & Curtains  Battery-powered blinds and curtains have continued to increase in popularity in recent years as more and more

What Is the Benefit of Zip-Retention?  When it comes to a fully framed blackout blind, there are two main types: those with zip-retention and those

The Narrowest Side Channel for Blackout Blinds in The World  Here at Umbra, we don’t compromise aesthetics for performance. As far as we’re concerned, the

Connecting Smart Home Systems to Dumb Motors vs Smart Motors  A home automation, or ‘Smart Home’, system is where household appliances and devices can be

Din-Mounted vs Wall-Mounted Blind Controls  In the world of relays, motor controllers and power supplies, there’s more to think about than what type of device

Reasons to Consider Shading Earlier in The Project It’s no secret that shading is usually seen as part of the décor in the construction industry. 

What’s the Difference Between Voile and Dimout Roller Blind Fabric? When choosing a fabric for your blinds, deciding how much light you want to pass

Dumb Blind Motors v Smart Blind Motors – What’s the Difference? The phrases ‘dumb motors’ and ‘smart motors’ are ones that we use often when