While shopping for window coverings you’re inundated with new terminology that sounds very similar, but varies in significant ways. One of those options is cordless. There are many reasons to choose a cordless option, whether it’s a personal preference or a precaution for Child Safety, cordless is a great option.

With new developments in cordless technology the options have grown, and many of the options are being offered as a free upgrade, it’s hard to know which is best for you. Let’s take a look at the main cordless options.

Cordless Lift & Lock

Cordless Lift & Lock is a true cordless operations system that allows you to lift and lower a window treatment by pressing a small button on the bottom rail. Pressing the button allows you to raise or lower the shade to your desired position. Releasing the button locks the shade into place.

This is a great option for customers who want precise control of the position of their treatment. It’s available as a free upgrade on Faux Wood Blinds, Wood Blinds, and Cellular Shades.

Cordless Breeze Lift

Cordless Breeze Lift is also a true-cordless lift system that utilizes an auto-adjusting tensioner. This tensioner provides a consistent “weight” to the treatment while lifting and lowering. This gives the customer an ultra-smooth experience while using their new window coverings.

For customers who value ultra-smooth operations, Cordless Breeze Lift is available as a free upgrade on Cellular Shades and Natural Woven Shades. It’s also available as a paid upgrade on Roller Shades, Dual Shades, Faux Wood Blinds, and Wood Blinds.

Cordless Select Lift

Select Lift systems uses a spring tensioner system which aids in lifting and lowering the window covering. Spring systems are time-tested and reliable systems that can be found in a variety of styles. Since this is a spring-tensioned system, customers may notice the window treatment getting “heavier” the further down the unit is pulled.

Cordless Select Lift can be found on Faux Wood Blinds and Wood Blinds as a free upgrade.

Cordless Touch Lift

A classic cordless option, Cordless Touch Lift is often found on window treatments that roll. The system uses a coiled spring system which applies a constant upward force to the window treatment. The customer pulls the unit down to lock it into place in the desired position. To raise the shade, simply pull down 0.5-1-inches and then lift the shade up.

Cordless Touch Lift can be found on Roller Shades, Dual Shades, and Sheer Shades as a paid upgrade.

Not sure which cordless option is right for you? We’re here to help you decide what styles and systems fit your lifestyle. We always recommend upgrading to cordless, and with the numerous free cordless options, it’s never been easier to keep your window coverings easy to use, and child safe.

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