Motorized Shades Guide

An inside mount sits within the window frame for a clean, built-in look. It needs a frame depth of 2.01" with the standard valance, 2.56" with the square valance or 2.95" with the fabric insert valance. An outside mount is fixed to the wall or trim above the window and covers more of the opening, which reduces light around the edges. For the darkest room with Nora, choose an outside mount or add light blockers.

For an inside mount, measure the exact width and height inside the frame and order those measurements. We deduct 1/4" in total from the width so the shade fits inside the frame; the height is made as ordered. For an outside mount, add 3–6" to the window width and height, depending on your space and how much light you want to block. See our measuring guide for step-by-step instructions.

Yes. The shades are designed for DIY installation and come with mounting brackets and screws. Confirm the supplied hardware suits your mounting surface; drywall, tile or metal frames may need different anchors.

If the frame is shallower than the depth your valance needs, the valance may stick out beyond the frame. You can still mount it that way, or choose an outside mount, which does not depend on frame depth and gives wider coverage.

No. Every shade is programmed before shipment, so once it is mounted you can use it straight away with the 16-channel remote (sold separately). If you chose a smart motor, see Motor Setup & Pairing to connect it to the app or your smart home system.

Yes. You need a compatible Deconovo 16-channel remote to operate your shade for the first time after installing, before any app or voice control is set up, and to put a smart motor into pairing mode. The remote is sold separately and is not included with the shade. Add it to your order when you configure your shade, or select None if you already own one and pair it with your new shade (see Motor Setup & Pairing). One remote controls up to 16 shades or groups.

You need a pencil, screwdriver, level, tape measure and a power drill with a 0.2" (6 mm) bit. We recommend two people: one to hold the shade and one to fix it.

Hook the front edge of the shade onto the brackets first, then push the back upward until it clicks into place.

You select the motor side (left or right) when ordering. Choose the side where you can most easily reach the charging port.

With a standard roll, the fabric comes off the back of the roller, close to the window. With a reverse roll, the fabric comes off the front of the roller, which hides the roller tube and can help the fabric clear window handles or cranks.