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Installing Cellular Shades
Installing our EcoSmart 2.0 cellular shades is so much easier than you might think! Customers of every type have had their new custom shades up and operating in no time. And of course, we’re always here to guide you!
Yup, we’ve made it as simple as possible to install your customized EcoSmart window shades. The basic idea is this…
- Attach included metal brackets to the window frame (or your mounting surface of choice) with included screws.
- Snap the headrail (top metal rail that holds the shade) into the brackets.
That’s it… your shade is up! Sure, there might be a detail or two after that. For cord loop shades, you’ll have to anchor the bottom of the cord using the included tensioner (easy peasy!) For cordless shades, you’ll slide plastic handles onto the operating rails. You get the idea… most everything is preconfigured for you right here in the factory, leaving you with only the final, simple touches.
Ordering motorized shades? They install just like our corded and cordless shades do! Of course, our motorized shades have all kinds of cool options available, so once installed, it could be as simple as charging your shade and then operating it right away – or you might need to set up a couple of other things (wi-fi bridge or border router, phone app, etc.). Either way, we show you how!
(Not yet sure what you want to order? Learn more about our cellular shade styles here.)
Of course, you’ll receive instructions and all the necessary components for a typical installation with your order. And we’re here to help you every step of the way. But if you want to get a head start on learning about the details of your installation, you can learn more below.
View the detailed instructions for your shade type:
Installing Cordless Shades
Cordless and Cordless Top-Down/Bottom-Up
- Line up the bracket locations, attach the brackets to the window frame or wall (or other) with screws, then snap in the headrail.
- Slide the cordless handle(s) onto the appropriate rail(s).
- Click here to download the Cordless Bottom-Up simple visual installation instructions.
- Click here to download the Cordless Top-Down/Bottom-Up simple visual installation instructions.
- Click here to download the Cordless (all versions) full written installation instructions.
- Don’t forget to check out the video below to see how easy it is!
Installing Cord Loop Shades
Cord Loop and Cord Loop Top-Down/Bottom-Up
- Line up the bracket locations, attach the brackets to the window frame or wall (or other) with screws, then snap in the headrail.
- Install the cord loop tensioner(s) to anchor the cord(s) for child safety.
- Click here to download the Cord Loop Bottom-Up simple visual installation instructions.
- Click here to download the Cord Loop Top-Down/Bottom-Up simple visual installation instructions.
- Click here to download the Cord Loop (all versions) full written installation instructions.
- Click here to download the Cord Loop Tensioner (only) installation instructions.
- Don’t forget to check out the video below to see how easy it is!
Installing Twin Pull Shades
Twin Pull and Twin Pull Top-Down/Bottom-Up
- Line up the bracket locations, attach the brackets to the window frame or wall (or other) with screws, then snap in the headrail.
- Install the operating wand(s).
- Click here to download the Twin Pull Bottom-Up simple visual installation instructions.
- Click here to download the Twin Pull Top-Down/Bottom-Up simple visual installation instructions.
- Click here to download the Twin Pull (all versions) full written installation instructions.
- Don’t forget to check out the video below to see how easy it is!
Installing Motorized Shades
Motorized and Motorized Top-Down/Bottom-Up
- Line up the bracket locations, attach the brackets to the window frame or wall (or other) with screws, then snap in the headrail.
- Charge each battery. The charging port is located on the headrail end cap near the top of the pull wand. Top-down/bottom-up shades have two batteries and associated charging ports, one on each end of the shade. For best results, allow a full charge of approximately 6 hours for each battery prior to extensive use of the shade.
- To operate your shade with the pull wand, a short tug will move the shade in one direction, a subsequent tug will stop the movement, and another tug will move the shade in the other direction.
- Your remote (if applicable) will be programmed to operate your shades prior to shipping your order.
- To operate your shades with a smartphone app, first determine what type of motor you have. To do so, lift the tassel cover at the bottom of the wand to reveal the hidden QR code sticker. Bluetooth motor stickers will have only the MotionBlinds name, the QR code, and a MAC address. HomeKit motor stickers will have the HomeKit icon (looks like a house), followed by numbers and the QR code.
- For Bluetooth motors, iPhone and Android users can download the MotionBlinds Bluetooth app for controlling your shades here:
- For HomeKit motors, iPhone and iPad users with IOS 16.6 or newer can download the MotionBlinds Eve app for controlling your shades here: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/eve-for-matter-homekit/id917695792
- Our EcoSmart 2.0 Motorized Cellular Shades are powered by either MotionBlinds Bluetooth motors or Eve MotionBlinds motors with Apple HomeKit technology. You can find a wealth of information for your particular motor – including how to determine which type of motor you have – at the MotionBlinds support website.
- User manuals for your particular motor type can be found here:
- Don’t forget to check out the videos below!