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I Ruined a $70 Blind Trying to Cut Cellular Shades Myself

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I Ruined a $70 Blind Trying to Cut Cellular Shades Myself

by Yuvien Royer on May 24 2026
Thinking you can save money if you cut cellular shades at home? I tried the viral hacksaw trick. Here's how to trim cellular shades without ruining them.
I Ditched Batteries: How to Hardwire Motorized Blinds

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I Ditched Batteries: How to Hardwire Motorized Blinds

by Yuvien Royer on May 24 2026
Sick of charging smart shade batteries? Here is the exact process I used when figuring out how to hardwire motorized blinds during my living room remodel.
Are Recessed Window Shades Actually Worth the Retrofit Nightmare?

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Are Recessed Window Shades Actually Worth the Retrofit Nightmare?

by Yuvien Royer on May 01 2026
Want that sleek, invisible look? Before you buy recessed window shades, read how I navigated crooked frames, mounting depths, and inset blackout blinds.
Don't Use a Hacksaw: Getting Bamboo Shades Cut to Size at Home

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Don't Use a Hacksaw: Getting Bamboo Shades Cut to Size at Home

by Yuvien Royer on Apr 19 2026
Wondering if you can trim woven woods? Here is the exact painter's tape and fine-tooth saw method I use to get bamboo shades cut to size without splinters.
My Smart Shades Looked Unfinished Until I Installed a Fascia Blind

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My Smart Shades Looked Unfinished Until I Installed a Fascia Blind

by Yuvien Royer on Apr 03 2026
Exposed motors and ugly brackets ruin the look of expensive window treatments. Here is why upgrading to a fascia blind hides the mess and elevates your room.
Why I Insisted on Inside Mount Blinds for Sliding Glass Door Frames

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Why I Insisted on Inside Mount Blinds for Sliding Glass Door Frames

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 27 2026
Think your patio frame is too shallow? Here is the exact math and hardware I used to fit inside mount blinds for sliding glass door tracks perfectly.
How I Made Outside Mount Blinds Look Built-In Over Shallow Windows

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How I Made Outside Mount Blinds Look Built-In Over Shallow Windows

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 10 2026
Shallow frames ruined my inside mount plans. Here is exactly how I installed outside mount blinds over window trim for a sleek, custom smart home look.
How to Mount Smart Blinds for Wood Windows (Without Splitting the Trim)

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How to Mount Smart Blinds for Wood Windows (Without Splitting the Trim)

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 07 2026
Worried about cracking your expensive oak or pine frames? Here is the exact method I use to safely mount motorized blinds for wood windows without any damage.
Why Your Standard Windows Actually Need 34.5" Blinds

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Why Your Standard Windows Actually Need 34.5" Blinds

by Yuvien Royer on Feb 23 2026
Thinking a 35-inch frame means 35-inch shades is a rookie mistake. Here is why ordering 34.5" blinds for an inside mount saves your paint and your sanity.
I Needed Low Profile Blinds Just to Open My Casement Windows

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I Needed Low Profile Blinds Just to Open My Casement Windows

by Yuvien Royer on Jan 16 2026
If your casement or tilt-and-turn windows keep hitting your bulky shade headrail, you need low profile blinds. Here is how I finally fixed my clearance issue.