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Wake Up to Blissful Mornings with a Control4 System

January 24, 2020 in , , /by

Technology and mornings may not sound like a healthy or beneficial combination. After all, aren’t we supposed to refrain from looking at our phones when we first wake up? But with the automated effects of a smart home system like Control4, your routine will start for you without needing to even look at your phone screen.

As a Control4 dealer in Rehoboth, DE, we’re familiar with the many ways automation can enhance our lifestyles. To experience less of a struggle when you start your day, learn more below!

How to Optimize the Audio Quality in Your Home Theater

January 4, 2020 in , , /by

Though many people focus on the big screen when trying to recreate the cinema experience at home, delivering powerful, high-quality sound is just as important. During a scary movie or football game, it’s the immersive sound that puts you in the middle of the action. Audio should not be an afterthought in your Bethany Beach, DE home.
Even though it’s easy to oversimplify and think the right speakers will fix all your problems, a lot more than that goes into your home theater design. Read on to find out the three things that will determine whether you’re getting the best possible sound quality.

Set the Mood in Your Restaurant or Bar with a Crestron System

December 2, 2019 in , , /by

When visitors arrive at your Rehoboth Beach, DE restaurant or bar, what will be their initial impression? Before their food or drinks arrive at the table, will your space’s ambiance ease them into a cheerful mood? Will they already have a good feeling about the night?

As important as a great menu is, the atmosphere of your eatery is just as crucial. With a Crestron system, there are many creative ways to customize your restaurant’s scenery. How? Find out below!

Design Smarter, Cleaner Homes With Motorized Window Treatments

November 1, 2019 in , , /by

Builders, architects and designers wanting to make an impact in the luxury home market need to include a variety of smart home features that are increasingly in demand. While custom home theaters and advanced surveillance systems are impressive, they aren’t an interest for every homebuyer and aren’t used daily. Instead, incorporate motorized shades for a smarter, cleaner design.

Not familiar with motorized window treatments? Don’t worry; this blog will show you all the benefits of adding these shades to any homes you’re designing in Delaware’s Bethany Beach region.

2 New & Important Home Theater Design Trends from CEDIA 2019

October 9, 2019 in , /by

If you want to see where the world of smart home automation is headed, the annual Custom Electronics Design & Installation Association (CEDIA) expo is the place to be. This year’s show took place in Denver back in September, and the biggest names in consumer electronics showed us their latest and greatest products.
In the world of home theaters, there were two major trends among the various manufacturers’ merchandise: 8K displays and even more devices with voice control capabilities. Today’s blog will break down these two home theater design trends and how you can apply them to your own Rehoboth Beach, DE, home.

As School Begins, Protect Your Home with Smart Security

August 30, 2019 in , /by

The start of a new school year can provoke a wide range of emotions. For parents, there’s a sense of relief and a return to routine now that the children aren’t at home all day. For children, a new school year can be exciting or stressful, depending on their feelings and situation. One emotion you shouldn’t be feeling at the school year, however, is anxiety about your home’s security. And yet, a suburban house that’s empty most of the day or an unused vacation home presents a tempting target to burglars.
How do you protect your primary residence or vacation home in Rehoboth Beach, DE? It’s simple: You install a smart home security system from Sound FX. In this blog, we’ll go through some back-to-school safety tips and show you how automation can keep your home and your loved ones safe.

Choose the Best Outdoor TV for the Summer

June 27, 2019 in , /by

This summertime, you don’t have to stay inside to enjoy entertainment! Take your media and all the fun outside to your backyard and patio with an outdoor audio video system. The best place to start is by choosing which outdoor TVs are right for your Bethany Beach, Delaware, property.

We recommend SunBriteTV for their televisions’ quality features and characteristics, and for their various screen options that can handle multiple ambient light levels. Want to learn more about these televisions and how they can elevate your outdoor spaces? Just keep reading below to find out.

Motorized Shades vs. Manual Blinds: What’s the Difference?

May 20, 2019 in , /by

Shades let you take control of your home’s natural lighting. From letting in the natural sunlight to blocking out the harsh rays – to saving energy by creating insulation – you can transform a space with blinds. But often times, many homeowners don’t take advantage of their manual shading because of the added effort it requires.

Lowering the blinds by hand and raising them back up throughout the day just isn’t convenient and doesn’t fit into your routine. Plus, what about those hard-to-reach shades covering your beautiful bay windows or skylights?

In this blog, we’ll dive into motorized window shades and how they can elevate your entire Lewes, DE, living space. Bring luxury to your daily life with this integrated solution – find out more!