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Motorization Updates

3/25/2025

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​Motorization Updates
Inspired Shades Motorized Products

We're excited to share some upcoming improvements to our motorization options, including USB-C charging ports and sleek new designs.

Please note, the updates listed below apply for Inspired Shades motorization only and do not apply to Smart Home Motors. 

Remote Motor USB-C Charging Ports
All Inspired Shades Remote Motors are being updated to charge with a USB-C charging port. 

Remote Motors ordered from the Dual Sheer Shade Collection are now using USB-C charging ports. The rest of the Inspired Collections will follow as each factory runs through their inventory of the micro-USB motors. 

Hand Held Remotes
The hand-held 15 channel Inspired Shades Remotes have a new design and are available in both white and black. The new remotes feature a sleek design with added functionality including backlit LED Screen and AAA battery power. 

With the introduction of the new multi channel remotes, we will be discontinuing the single channel remote. 

This transition is expected to begin April 2025.  
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Our factories will transition to the new motor options as they deplete their current inventories. Because of this, changes will occur by collection.

We have added a tracking tab to the Production Times page of our website. This will be updated weekly as each factory transitions. Follow the link below to access the tracking tab. 

>> Motorization Transition Timeline
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Drapery Hardware Ordering Update

3/19/2025

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Effective today, we have updated ordering systems for Drapery Hardware with Panels. See below for details of how to place orders in the new configuration. 

This was a necessary step to correct some pricing issues between PIC and Touchpoint. The new configuration of this product ensures it displays the correct price for drapery panel hardware. Moving forward, the prices below will be reflected in your ordering system. 

Rods, rod installation brackets, and rings for pinch pleat and ring ready panels are included in the retail hardware prices.
How to OrderPlace orders under the Inspired Shades Drapery Hardware with Panels product in your ordering system. 

Drapery hardware is only available to order with drapery panels and is not available to order separately.

Drapery panels and hardware are placed on the same line item in your ordering system. The order quantity will be based on the number of requested drapery rods. One Way or Split Draw will determine the number of panels received. One Way will be one panel per rod, while Split Draw will be two panels per rod.

Example:
Quantity 1 - One Way = 1 Rod and 1 Panel
Quantity 2 - One Way = 2 Rods and 2 Panels

Quantity 1 - Split Draw = 1 Rod and 2 Panels
Quantity 2 - Split Draw = 2 Rods and 4 Panels

For more information, watch our video below:
>> How to Order Hardware with Drapery
Product Guide
Product guides have been updated to reflect this change and can be downloaded on the Inspired Shades Website.

Find information for Drapery Panels with hardware starting on page 26 in your product guide.

>> Download Product Guide
Password to access: inspiredtoolkit
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Current Orders in Quote Status
If you have a current open quote in Touchpoint under Inspired Shades Drapery Panels with Hardware, please resubmit the quote under Inspired Shades Drapery Hardware with Panels before sending the order through to ensure it aligns with the new configuration.
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HFC 2025 International Convention Attendee Discount US

2/28/2025

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10% off March 1 - 31, 2025

We are excited to offer 10% off on our collections for confirmed HFC convention attendees. This discount is offered March 1st through March 31st, 2025. Please note orders must be placed by 11:59 PM EST on March 31st to have the discount applied. 

The 10% discount is automatically applied for all our collections including: 
  • Roller Shades
  • Natural Shades
  • Natural Roller Shades
  • Dual Sheer Shades
  • Fabric Roman Shades 
  • Drapery Panels
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HFC 2025 International Convention Attendee Discount CA

2/28/2025

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10% off March 1 - 31, 2025

We are excited to offer 10% off on our collections for confirmed HFC convention attendees. This discount is offered March 1st through March 31st, 2025. Please note orders must be placed by 11:59 PM EST on March 31st to have the discount applied. 

The 10% discount is automatically applied for all our collections including: 
  • Drapery Panels
  • Dual Sheer Shades
  • Natural Roller Shades
  • Roller Shades
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Training Videos

2/24/2025

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Training Videos
 
We are pleased to announce that training videos are now available for our shade collections. Training videos can be found within the franchisee toolkit and are protected under our general website passcode.
 
www.inspired-shades.com/collection-training
Password: inspiredtoolkit
 
Training videos are hosted by Amy O'Malley, the Inspired Shades Sales Director. Videos cover the sampling options available for each collection, how to use the sample books, design options, and controls.
 
Visit the Inspired Shades website to view all available training videos.
 
Training Resources Feedback
 
We are building our training program and want to make sure it provides you the most value. Take our short survey to share your feedback on this training, as well as provide input for future training needs.
 
>> Training Feedback Form
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production times

1/13/2025

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Production Times

Chinese New Year is January 29, 2025. While our factories will observe the holiday, they are working hard to ensure minimal disruptions in production times. We do not expect to see significant delays. 

Production times are expected but not guaranteed. Production times are estimated for the time it will take your order to ship from our factory after it has been placed. They do not include transit time for delivery.

We will continue to provide confirmation updates on existing orders should their production time be affected by this delay.

Please remember to check the Franchisee Toolkit on our website for the most up-to-date production times for each of our product categories.

>> View Current Production Times
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CANADA 2025 promotions

1/8/2025

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2025 Inspired Shades Promotions 
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We are excited to offer promotions for our shade and drapery programs through 2025. See our full schedule below. 

10% Off All Orders*
Dates: 03/01/2025 - 03/31/2025
Collections: All Collections 
*Available for 2025 Convention Attendees Only

10% Off Motorization*
Dates: 04/01/2025 - 09/30/2025
Collections: All Collections 
*Applies to the cost of motorization for both Inspired Shades and Smart Home Collection motors and accessories. 

50% Off Hubs*
Dates: 07/01/2025 - 09/30/2025
Collection: All Collections
*Applies for both Inspired Shades and Smart Home Collection.

10% Off Drapery Panels
Dates: 10/01/2025 - 12/31/2025
Collection: Drapery Panel Collection
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2025 PROMOTIONS

1/8/2025

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2025 Inspired Shades Promotions
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We are excited to offer promotions for our shade and drapery programs through 2025. See our full schedule below. 

Free Cordless Upgrades
Dates: 01/01/2025 - 12/31/2025
Collection: Roller Shade Collection

10% Off All Orders*
Dates: 03/01/2025 - 03/31/2025
Collections: All Collections 
*Available for 2025 Convention Attendees Only

10% Off Motorization*
Dates: 04/01/2025 - 09/30/2025
Collections: All Collections 
*Applies to the cost of motorization for both Inspired Shades and Smart Home Collection motors and accessories. 

50% Off Hubs*
Dates: 07/01/2025 - 09/30/2025
Collection: All Collections
*Applies for both Inspired Shades and Smart Home Collection.

10% Off Drapery Panels
Dates: 10/01/2025 - 12/31/2025
Collection: Drapery Panel Collection
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Natural roller shade length extension

12/31/2024

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Single Shade Maximum Length
Natural Roller Shade Collection

We are pleased to announce that we have extended the maximum length for most Natural Roller Shade fabrics to 108”. See the Materials Reference table in your product guide to see applicable patterns. 

This change applies for single shades only. Double shades will remain available with a 96" maximum length.
Open Roll Shades - Bracket Covers
We have also adjusted the programming for open roll shades to make it clearer when bracket covers will be added.

If you have a current open quote in Touchpoint for a Natural Roller Shade order with open roll brackets, please revalidate the quote before sending the order through to ensure it aligns with the new programming. 

We apologize for the inconvenience this causes. 

Product Guides
Product guides have been updated to reflect this change and can be downloaded on the Inspired Shades Website.

>> Download Product Guides
Password to access: inspiredtoolkit
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Smart home collection - push 15 remotes

11/25/2024

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Our collections will begin using the Push 15 remote for Smart Home Collection motorized shades starting December 3, 2024.

This change applies for all our shade collections. 
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Remote Options
We will offer the black and white Push 15 remotes.

The new remotes have the same price as the current multi channel remotes

Product Guides
Product guides have been updated to reflect this change and can be downloaded on the Inspired Shades Website
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>> Download Product Guide
Password to access: inspiredtoolkit

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