[quote=“Aaron”]I have been looking at Lutron and alternatives - Bali and other companies that integrate Somfy
I don’t have any shades in my house but here’s what I found from my research - please feel free to correct or add info! Thx
LUTRON
Positives:
- good price
- reviews say this is a quiet & good quality motor
- battery integrated into the headrail
Negatives: - Thin cell material
- Only Single Cell for Light Blocking
- thicker lower rail than normal?
BALI & similar Somfy integrated brands…
Positives:
- Materials look the same or better at similar cost as Lutron (with sales) or bulk discounts for ETailers
- Home Depot & Lowes to back them up
- Lowes has $99 flat install fee covers ALL purchased shades, no matter how many.
- Double Cell Light Blocking that provide much better thickness of material and better insulation value (R2 or so better)
Negatives: - Batteries are separate, not integrated; will need to find a way to hide[/quote]
I will measure the lower rail when it arrives for you. I only ordered single cell. 2 light blocking, 2 normal thin. All are white. I actually have one single cell light blocking one now, but it it very hard to access. Requires me to go on an extension ladder, which is difficult for me. It is also running on a Staples connect v2 hub, and I am moving to the lutron hub.
Did you know lutron now does roller shades?
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