Frequently Asked Questions About Lutron Shading

Getting Started with Lutron’s Motorized Shades 

It’s hard to deny the convenience and versatility of motorized window shades. Throughout the day, motorized shades can automatically rise to bathe your home in natural light—then close to keep rooms cool and provide privacy. Across dozens of windows, shades and blinds activate in sync, following your schedules and commands. 

So, where do you start? Lutron is a renowned motorized shading manufacturer and our go-to partner at DomesAV. Below, we answer commonly asked questions about Lutron shading that we hear from our customers in Virginia Beach and Coastal Virginia. 

Here are six FAQs and answers about Lutron’s motorized shades! 

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Q: How Do Lutron’s Motorized Shades Work? 

Lutron manufactures both wired and battery-powered motorized shades. With wired shades, wires are run through your walls to connect shades to power and the Lutron control system. From there, you can wirelessly control shades from your phone, tablet, remote, or wall keypad. 

Wireless, battery-powered shades are also available from Lutron, which makes installation easier, but they require more maintenance due to their batteries.

Q: Can I Control Motorized Shades and Blinds Remotely?

A: Absolutely! With the help of smart home integration, you can control your motorized shades and blinds from anywhere using your smartphone or voice commands.

Q: Do Motorized Shades and Blinds Require Any Maintenance?

A: Motorized shades and blinds, like any other home appliance, may require occasional maintenance. However, with proper care and regular cleaning, they can last for many years without any issues.

Q: Can Motorized Shades and Blinds Be Customized to My Home Décor?

A: Yes, Lutron’s motorized shades and blinds come in a variety of colors, materials, and patterns to complement your home décor. With everything from drapery to wooden blinds, you can even choose varying opacities to let in just the right amount of sunlight. Dual-track shades allow you to alternate between two shading opacities and fabrics. 

Q: What Is the Difference Between Serena, Sivoia, and Palladiom Shades?  

A: Serena, Sivoia, and Palladiom are Lutron’s three motorized shading models. The difference lies in their available designs and compatibility with control systems, keypads, and interfaces. 

The Serena series is Lutron’s "DIY" and battery-powered option. Serena shades work with Lutron's Caséta control system, Google Home, Apple HomeKit, and similar smart hubs. If you wish to use Lutron’s more advanced control systems, like RadioRA 3 (wireless) and HomeWorks (wired), they won’t work with Serena shades. Serena’s design options are also limited to wood blinds, honeycomb shades, and roller shades. 

Sivoia shades are a step above and available in both battery-powered and wired models. Sivoia is compatible with more sophisticated control systems and provides a much wider selection of fabrics, styles, and sizes. Homeowners looking for more intricate home automation options should choose Sivoia over Serena shades. 

Lastly is Palladiom, Lutron’s newest and most refined motorized shade. Palladiom shades are elegantly designed without a fascia, pocket, or recess and instead feature an exposed bracket. Lutron’s Palladiom shades are available as a wired or battery-operated version and are compatible with only Lutron’s premium control systems, Homeworks, and RadioRA 3. 

Q: How Do I Install Lutron Motorized Shades? 

A: Lutron’s Serena shades are best for ‘do-it-yourself’ projects. You’ll need to mount the shades inside your windows, connect with battery power, then wirelessly pair the shades over Wi-Fi to your smart home hub. 

For larger installations or premium Sivoia and Palladiom shades, a certified Lutron dealer will install your shades and control system for you. In Virginia Beach and across Coastal Virginia, DomesAV provides Lutron shading installations. We’ll source all the shading equipment, custom keypads, remotes, and control panels you need, then complete the installation.

Contact DomesAV to learn more and get started today!