Different Control Options for Blinds
Blinds have come a long way from the days of tangled cords and stiff plastic wands. If you’re tired of pull-strings that never quite cooperate or you want a window that looks clean and modern, there are better ways to control your blinds now.
Hidden and Cordless Options
You don’t need to look at strings hanging from your window. Want to know how to draw up blinds with no obvious pull? Or how put put blinds down without a string? Cordless lift systems do just that with push-button and push/pull options.
Hunter Douglas LiteRise® (Push/Pull)
With the LiteRise® system, you just grab the bottom rail and gently push the blinds up or pull them down. No cords, no handles, no confusion. It’s a clean, safe solution, especially if you have young kids or pets around. It looks sharp and is easy to use.
Hunter Douglas SimpleLift™
The SimpleLift™ system is similar but adds a discreet push-button right on the bottom rail with no handle required. You press the button and lift or lower your blinds in one smooth move. This keeps things minimal and neat, without cords dangling.
Motorized and Automated Controls
Want to open your blinds without crossing the room? Or set a schedule so the sunlight greets you at breakfast? This is where automation steps in.
Hunter Douglas PowerView® Automation
PowerView® Automation lets you control your shades with a remote, your phone, or even your voice. Just tap, click, or ask. You can set scenes, put your window coverings on a schedule, or let them respond to sunlight. For example, if you work from home in Apex and want less glare in the afternoon, PowerView® can close your shades at just the right time. It’s smart, flexible, and blends right in.
Hunter Douglas SoftTouch® Motorization (Push-Button Wand)
If you want something in the middle that is easier than manual but not quite full-on “smart home,” SoftTouch® is an option. You use a battery-powered wand right at the window. Tap the wand up to raise your blinds, tap down to lower. It’s simple, intuitive, and great if you don’t want remote controls cluttering up your space.
Why Ditch the Old Cords?
Cords aren’t just a dated look. They can be a hazard for kids and pets. They get tangled or stuck. Sometimes they just don’t last. New control options solve those problems, plus give your windows a modern upgrade.
Find Your Cordless Shades and Blinds Near Raleigh, North Carolina
Ready to upgrade your windows? At Benchmark Shutters & Shades, we help homeowners in Central North Carolina, from Chapel Hill to Raleigh, ditch the hassle and choose the right control options for a smooth, stylish space.
You don’t have to choose alone. The Benchmark Shutters & Shades team brings the samples to you—right at home in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, or anywhere nearby. We help you see, touch, and try every option before you decide. Whether you want blinds that move with a button, your phone, a gentle push, or nothing visible at all, we’ll show you what fits your space and lifestyle.
Book your free in-home consultation today and discover the Benchmark difference.