Lighten Up

So much of a room‘s appeal depends on the play between light and textures. Lighting and window covering solutions work in harmony to blend natural light with electric light to create the perfect ambience for life’s special occasions, be they intimate romantic dinners or boisterous Super Bowl parties.

At Screen Solutions, homeowners will find the latest in lighting control and shading systems to help bring those beautiful effects into their homes. Lutron, a manufacturer of lighting control systems for more than 40 years, offers the Sivoia QS 64, a small roller shade system that incorporates quiet electronic drive technology for efficient and graceful control. Able to hide unobtrusively in window jambs and pockets, the compact 15⁄8-inch diameter roller tube controls up to 64 square feet of fabric, and can automate and control Roman shades as well. The Sivoia QS 64 can be controlled from wall-mounted switches, handheld remotes, Smartphones, or can be integrated into any home automation system or universal remote control. Have custom windows? The larger Sivoia QS 100 and 225 models allow for window coverings of almost any size.

Lutron is a market leader in window covering innovation. Their Kirbe’ Vertical Drape System, an entirely new type of window treatment, smoothly pulls the drapery up and completely out of the way at the touch of a button. The Kirbe’ captivates with its unique and unexpected motion. Their CERUS – Cord Eliminating Roman Uptake System has revolutionized the design of Roman shades. This innovation allows for safer Roman shades by eliminating the lifting cords typically associated with their construction, while adding aesthetic benefits as well. Their newest introduction, Venetian blinds with intelligent tilt alignment, provide independent control of blind height and slat angle, putting a new tilt on the timeless look of this traditional window covering. Now you can have optimal privacy, while still preserving your view and controlling the amount of sunlight in the space. With one button press you can change the amount or angle of light streaming into a room — for unmatched versatility any time of day.

Homeowners can integrate control of their Sivoia QS shades with Lutron’s RadioRA2 light control system. RadioRA2 wall-mounted and tabletop controls communicate with smart dimmers, letting you create just the right lighting for every activity or any mood. RadioRA2 systems are wireless, and scalable, so they can grow with your home’s lighting needs over time. In addition to light and shade control, RadioRA2 offers temperature control by adjusting your heating and cooling systems any time of day—even while away from home. Not surprisingly, with RadioRA2, you can control your lights and shades from your iPhone, iPad or other handheld device.

With the sophistication of high-tech controls comes the newest in fabrics to complement a room’s decor. Lutron offers a number of textures and options, including blackout shades, prints, and the popular SheerShade options. Blackout fabrics block 100 percent of light and can be designed to completely darken a room, which is useful for home theaters and rooms for daytime sleepers.

SheerShade fabrics are one of the hottest trends in window coverings because they enhance a view while offering privacy and protecting furnishings and floors from harmful UV damage. The SheerShade fabrics are available in different weaves, densities and colors for a variety of light control needs. Lutron’s small and quiet drives can be mounted in the window frame, hidden behind a fascia, or built into a soffit. With all of the fabric and programmable options available, homeowners can create well-designed interiors that merge efficiency with beauty. Lutron’s Sivoia QS and RadioRA2 systems let you integrate light with life, the way you live it.

Since 1999, Screen Solutions has been providing custom solutions to common problems for Bay Area homeowners and companies. Using retractable and innovative products they take a solutions based approach to insect protection, solar and lighting control, and home automation. Complete from design to installation, their professionals will help you understand the different options available for your project.