⭐ Motorised Blinds & Home Automation Experts — Kingston & Kingborough Region
Advanced motorisation for modern homes, coastal builds and architectural glazing
Kingston is one of Tasmania’s fastest‑growing regions, with new estates, coastal homes and modern architectural builds stretching from Kingston Beach through Blackmans Bay, Margate, Snug, Kettering, Woodbridge and Gordon. These homes increasingly feature large windows, high voids, sliding doors and coastal‑facing glazing — making motorisation not just a luxury, but a practical necessity.
Taylor & Stirling is the leading motorisation and home automation specialist for the Kingborough region, supplying and installing:
- Motorised roller blinds
- Motorised roman blinds
- Motorised honeycomb/cellular blinds
- Motorised vertical blinds
- Motorised venetians (tilt motors)
- Motorised curtains
- Motorised outdoor zip blinds
- Motorised straight‑drop blinds
- Motorised folding arm awnings
- Motorised roller shutters
We support Somfy, Automate/Acmeda, A‑OK, Dooya, Alpha and OZRoll, and integrate blinds with Somfy TaHoma, Automate Pulse, Zigbee, Matter, Google Home, Alexa and Apple HomeKit.
This page positions Taylor & Stirling as the motorisation authority for Kingston and the Kingborough coastal corridor.
📍 Free Service Areas — Kingston & Kingborough Coastal Corridor
We provide full motorisation and automation services across:
Kingston, Kingston Beach, Blackmans Bay, Margate, Snug, Kettering, Woodbridge, Gordon, Oyster Cove, Longley, Taroona, South Hobart, West Hobart, Mount Nelson, Mount Stuart, Tranmere, Howrah, Bellerive, Tolmans Hill, Battery Point, Cygnet, Dover, Geeveston, Dynnyrne, Deep Bay, North Hobart, New Town, Hobart, Huonville, Judbury, Lucaston, Lindisfarne, Lauderdale, Franklin, Rose Bay, Surges Bay, Snug, Margate, Bruny Island
Workshop: 11 Wilmot Rd, Huonville TAS 7109 Phone: (03) 6231 4120 Hours: Mon–Fri 9am–5pm
🧠 Why Motorised Blinds Are Ideal for Kingston Homes
🌅 Coastal Glare & Afternoon Sun
Kingston Beach and Blackmans Bay homes experience strong afternoon sun and glare — automated sunscreen blinds solve this instantly.
🏡 New Estates & Modern Architecture
Large windows, high voids and oversized sliding doors are common in new Kingston developments — motorisation makes them practical.
🌬 Coastal Breeze Exposure
Outdoor blinds and awnings in Margate, Snug and Kettering benefit from motorised wind‑safe operation.
❄ Energy Efficiency
Automated scheduling reduces heat loss in winter and solar gain in summer — ideal for Kingborough’s climate.
🧠 Smart Home Adoption
Kingston homeowners are early adopters of Somfy TaHoma, Automate Pulse, Zigbee and Matter.
🛠 What Can Be Motorised?
Everything. If it moves, we can automate it.
Indoor Blinds
- Roller blinds
- Roman blinds
- Honeycomb / cellular blinds
- Vertical blinds
- Venetian blinds (tilt motors)
- Curtains (Somfy Glydea tracks)
Outdoor Systems
- Zip blinds
- Straight‑drop blinds
- Folding arm awnings
- Outdoor screens
- Roller shutters (OZRoll)
Specialty Applications
- Large spans up to 3.6m (68mm heavy‑duty tube)
- High voids
- Skylight blinds
- Commercial motorisation
This breadth of capability is what makes Taylor & Stirling the motorisation authority in Kingborough.
🔌 Motor Types & Power Options
🔋 Battery Motors (Automate Li‑ion, A‑OK, Dooya)
- No electrician required
- Perfect for retrofits
- Fast installation
- Ideal for older Kingston homes
🔌 Hard‑Wired Motors (Somfy, Alpha)
- Best for large blinds
- Strong torque
- Integrates with home automation
- Recommended for new builds and renovations
🔄 Hybrid Systems
Battery motors with optional trickle‑charge wiring for long‑term convenience.
🌐 Smart Home & Automation Integration
We integrate blinds with all major automation ecosystems:
Somfy TaHoma
Full home automation platform supporting blinds, awnings, lights, sensors and more.
Automate Pulse 2 Hub
Scene creation, scheduling, sunrise/sunset automation.
Zigbee & Matter
Future‑proof connectivity for modern smart homes.
Voice Control
- “Hey Google, close the blinds.”
- “Alexa, open the awning.”
- “Siri, set the blinds to 50%.”
Sensor Automation
- Sun sensors
- Wind sensors
- Temperature sensors
- Timers
- Occupancy simulation
🧩 Motor Brands We Support
Somfy
The global leader in motorisation. RTS + IO systems.
Automate / Acmeda
Australian favourite. Battery motors + Pulse automation.
A‑OK
Reliable, cost‑effective motors for blinds and curtains.
Dooya
High‑value motors used worldwide.
Alpha
Strong torque motors for large blinds and awnings.
OZRoll
Australian roller shutter motor specialists.
📏 Technical Specifications & Engineering
68mm Heavy‑Duty Tube
Supports blinds up to 3.6m wide with motorisation.
Fabric Options
- Sunscreen (2–5%)
- Blockout
- Thermal blockout
- Coastal‑grade fabrics for Kingston Beach & Blackmans Bay
Brackets & Fixings
Engineered for Tasmanian homes — steel lintels, rendered brick, timber frames.
Wiring Options
- Concealed wiring
- Surface‑mounted wiring
- Retrofit battery solutions
- Dedicated motor circuits for new builds
🛠 Local Installation Examples — Kingston & Coastal Corridor
Kingston
Motorised sunscreen blinds installed in a new estate with large north‑facing windows.
Blackmans Bay
Somfy hard‑wired motors installed on oversized sliding doors.
Snug
Outdoor zip blinds motorised for coastal breeze protection.
Margate
Motorised folding arm awning with wind sensor automation.
Kettering / Woodbridge
Battery motor retrofits in older coastal homes with limited wiring access. This image shows the Zero head motor and Ameda Clutch are the same size.
🌦 Benefits of Motorised Blinds in Kingston
- Effortless operation
- Child‑safe
- Perfect alignment
- Energy efficiency
- Modern aesthetic
- Ideal for large windows
- Improved insulation
- Better privacy control
🔧 DIY & Retrofit Motorisation
Motorise your existing roller blinds without replacing them.
Our Alpha & Rollease Acmeda motors are designed for retrofit installation, meaning we match the motor to your current tube size and supply the correct crown, drive, and components.
Most installations take under an hour, and battery motors require no wiring.
💬 Motosied Blinds FAQ
Can any blind be motorised?
Yes — rollers, romans, honeycombs, verticals, curtains, outdoor blinds and awnings.
Do I need to replace my existing blinds?
No — many existing blinds can be retrofitted with battery motors.
What’s the difference between Somfy, Automate, A‑OK, Dooya and Alpha motors?
Somfy = premium automation Automate = advanced battery systems A‑OK/Dooya = reliable value Alpha = high‑torque motors OZRoll = roller shutters
Should I choose battery or hard‑wired motors?
Battery = retrofit Hard‑wired = new builds or large blinds
Can blinds integrate with TaHoma, Pulse, Zigbee and Matter?
Yes — we support all major automation ecosystems.
Can I control blinds with Google, Alexa or HomeKit?
Yes — voice control is fully supported.
Do I need an electrician?
Only for hard‑wired motors.
How long do battery motors last?
Typically 6–12 months per charge.
Can outdoor blinds and awnings be motorised in coastal areas?
Yes — we use corrosion‑resistant brackets and coastal‑grade fabrics.
What happens if the power goes out?
Battery motors continue working; hard‑wired motors stop until power returns.
Can blinds open automatically at sunrise/sunset?
Yes — supported by Somfy TaHoma and Automate Pulse.
📞 Book a Motorisation Consultation — Kingston & Kingborough Region
Phone: (03) 6231 4120 Workshop: 11 Wilmot Rd, Huonville TAS 7109