Choosing the right control for each room and function is also important; having a fixed controller on a wall in a room where you spend your time sitting on the sofa will be frustrating, a portable control unit would be much more useful. An iPad is great for the choosing music but not so good for day to day lighting control where a simple lighting keypad would be much quicker and easier to use. We are always happy demonstrate how our control solutions will work for you at your home, or place of work.
We can integrate wired and wireless systems so that they operate efficiently; install power management systems that turn off non-essential equipment to save energy when they’re not in use. We use racks and cabinets that provide the necessary ventilation and ease of access for servicing, yet take up the minimum of space. We also provide patch bays for the distribution of telephone and data around the home.
Astronomical clocks can be activated to turn lights on at sunset and off at sunrise, or timers can be used to turn lights on or off at any time of the day or night. Sensors can be incorporated to detect movement or light levels. Our lighting systems can be integrated with other equipment to provide additional convenience and functionality.
We can also help you choose the best light type, switching and dimming technology for your space. A properly designed and installed controlled lighting system is key to a comfortable, practical, safe and energy efficient home.
Window shading can have a significant effect on the security, comfort, privacy and the temperature of the home. When it is sunny shades can protect furniture and floors from fading and keep the room cool and in the winter they can insulate and help retain heat. Shades can provide privacy while still enabling a view of the outside, or totally black out all the light for a bedroom or home cinema. The ability to control your shades allows you to accurately allow the best level of light into a room at any time of day.
Heating accounts for approximately 60% of your energy costs, being able to heat only the areas that you are using can equate to a considerable saving. It is estimated that only heating rooms whilst they are occupied will save, at least, 20% of your heating costs and reduce your carbon emissions in the process.
We can specify controlled heating solutions for both under-floor and radiator type systems. If you have air conditioning we can provide control, and critically, if you have both heating and cooling systems we can make sure that there is no conflict between them.
We have speakers to suit any room, from the totally invisible and conventional in-wall and in-ceiling types to bookshelf and floor-standing designs. Outside speakers can provide background music for the patio or a disco in the garden. We love to install turntables and CD players, and if the best audio quality is required we sell a range of separates and speakers from some the world’s most respected HIFi equipment manufacturers.
The quality of TV, video equipment and broadcast material is now better than ever. Whether you like sports, movies, drama or documentaries we can provide you with the very best viewing experience.
With TVs and video sources now offering more and more programmes and services we can guide you through the range of equipment and technologies available and help you choose the best solution for what you want to watch and where you want to watch it.
