- Motorised Curtains Cape Town: curtains on an electric track that opens and closes by remote, switch, app or schedule.
- Also called motorized, electric or automated curtains. The motor sits in the track; the curtains are ordinary made-to-measure curtains.
- Describe your windows once and compare quotes from motorised curtain suppliers.
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Get Curtain QuotesParts of a Motorised Curtain System
| Part | Options |
|---|---|
| Track | Straight, curved or bay; single or double |
| Motor | Mains-powered or rechargeable battery |
| Control | Remote, wall switch, app, voice assistant, timer |
| Curtains | Wave or pinch pleat headings suit most systems |
Power Options
- Mains-powered. Needs a plug point or a wired connection near the track. Plan wiring before painting.
- Battery. Easier to retrofit, but needs recharging.
- Load-shedding. Mains motors stop without power. Most tracks can be pulled by hand; ask how the chosen system behaves.
Smart-Home Control
Many motors work with apps and voice assistants through Wi-Fi, Zigbee or a hub. Compatibility depends on the motor and your system. Confirm the exact protocol and hub before ordering.
Where Motorised Curtains Suit
- Double-volume and high windows.
- Wide sliding doors with heavy curtains.
- Several windows closed at once on a schedule.
- Rooms where the curtains are hard to reach.
Motorised Curtains Cape Town Prices
| Item | Ballpark price |
|---|---|
| Motorised track, 1m, supply | About R4,400 (R5,150 with remote) |
| Motorised track, 3m, supply | About R5,000 (R5,800 with remote) |
| Motorised track, 5m, supply | About R5,650 (R6,400 with remote) |
| Motorised track, 10m, supply | About R7,200 (R8,000 with remote) |
| Motorised track installation | R1,500 - R2,650 |
| Curtains, made to measure, per metre | R170 - R480 extra |
Ballpark figures, not quotations. Indicative 2026 ranges, rounded, from published South African curtain supplier price lists and installer rate pages, checked September 2026. Per-metre curtain prices are per metre of track width unless stated. Some prices include VAT and some do not, so confirm VAT on every quote. A measure and a written quote set the actual price.
What Changes the Price
- Track length and curves.
- Motor brand, power type and control.
- Electrical work for mains power.
- Curtain fabric and weight.
Getting Motorised Curtain Quotes
Say how wide and high the openings are, where power is, and which smart-home system you use. Compare quotes through Curtains Cape Town.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will motorised curtains work with my smart home?
It depends on the motor and your system. Ask the supplier to confirm compatibility with your exact app, hub or voice assistant.
Do I need an electrician?
For hard-wired mains motors, yes. Plug-in and battery motors may only need a nearby plug point.
Can I motorise my existing curtains?
Often, if the curtains suit the new track's heading. The track is replaced; the curtains may need a new heading.
What happens during load-shedding?
Mains motors stop. Many tracks can still be pulled by hand. Battery motors keep working until they need charging.
Are motorised curtains noisy?
Modern track motors are quiet but not silent. Ask to hear the model if noise matters in a bedroom.
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