# Automating vertical blinds

**URL:** <https://community.homey.app/t/automating-vertical-blinds/48213>\
**Category:** Questions & Help\
**Created:** [June 8, 2021, 6:28am UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/automating-vertical-blinds/48213 "2021-06-08T06:28:02Z")\
**Posts on this page:** 4\
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**Author:** ![jpcams](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/community.homey.app/jpcams/32/41095_2.png) [@jpcams](https://community.homey.app/u/jpcams)\
**Post date:** [June 8, 2021, 6:28am UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/automating-vertical-blinds/48213/1 "2021-06-08T06:28:02Z")

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I was curious if anyone has any experience automating vertical blinds? They move from one side (left to right) and can rotate.

I’m curious what devices I might be able to use to connect with homey, if possible.

 ![sevilla-grey-26-vertical-blind-1](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/uploads/athom/original/3X/6/4/646ad842728308cdd111fb559ab18a8f60738db6.jpeg)

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**Author:** ![Peter\_Kawa](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/community.homey.app/peter_kawa/32/173848_2.png) [@Peter\_Kawa](https://community.homey.app/u/Peter_Kawa)\
**Post date:** [June 8, 2021, 9:15am UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/automating-vertical-blinds/48213/2 "2021-06-08T09:15:10Z")

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If for both movements link chains are used, maybe this is an idea.  
€ 43,30 61%OFF | Zemismart Wifi Tuya Controle Chain Motor  
[https://a.aliexpress.com/\_m0bLcw5](https://a.aliexpress.com/_m0bLcw5)  
Zigbee models are also available.

Or a to-build-in motor  
€ 35,73 49%OFF | Zemismart Tuya Zigbee Blind Motor  
[https://a.aliexpress.com/\_mOcsfsh](https://a.aliexpress.com/_mOcsfsh)  
This should work with the Tuya Zigbee app.  
App: [Tuya Zigbee | Homey](https://homey.app/nl-nl/app/com.tuya.zigbee/Tuya-Zigbee/test/)  
Forum topic: [[APP][Pro] Tuya Zigbee App](https://community.homey.app/t/26439)

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**Author:** ![Adrian\_Rockall](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/community.homey.app/adrian_rockall/32/13209_2.png) [@Adrian\_Rockall](https://community.homey.app/u/Adrian_Rockall)\
**Post date:** [June 8, 2021, 12:02pm UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/automating-vertical-blinds/48213/3 "2021-06-08T12:02:30Z")

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These are also good and they do one for rod type controls (Tilt).

> **[HomeKit, Google Home and Alexa Controlled Shades and Blinds Motors](https://uk.somasmarthome.com/collections/all)**
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> Custom smart blinds ✓ Make your existing shades smart ✓ SOMA offers app and voice control ✓ Works with Alexa, HomeKit and Google Home ✓ Free shipping ✓ Shop now ✓ Protect your valuables from the sun ✓ Save money on heating and cooling ✓ Vertical...

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**Author:** ![jpcams](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/community.homey.app/jpcams/32/41095_2.png) [@jpcams](https://community.homey.app/u/jpcams)\
**Post date:** [June 8, 2021, 12:36pm UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/automating-vertical-blinds/48213/4 "2021-06-08T12:36:30Z")

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Open/Close movement is on a rope. To turn the blades it’s on a chain. 2 controls from the same location.