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Stop Trying to Motorize That West Elm Roman Shade (Do This Instead)

by Yuvien Royer on May 24 2026

I splurged on a gorgeous manual West Elm roman shade, only to realize retrofitting it with smart motors is a nightmare. Here is what I would buy instead.

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The Tension Trick I Used to Automate 96 In Vertical Blinds

by Yuvien Royer on Apr 26 2026

Automating 8-foot tall patio doors is tough when you rent. Here is exactly how I installed and motorized my 96 in vertical blinds without drywall damage.

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Why a 48 Inch Roman Shade is the Tipping Point for Smart Motors

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 24 2026

Standard 4-foot windows sit in a weird middle ground. Here is why a manual 48 inch roman shade always hangs crooked, and how a smart motor fixes the sagging.

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I Hid My Ugliest Smart Motors Behind a Simple Roman Valance

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 23 2026

Motorized shades are great, but the exposed hardware is ugly. Here is exactly how I used a custom roman valance to hide bulky smart motors and messy wiring.

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Automating Roman Shades Without Valance: The Cleanest Setup

by Yuvien Royer on Apr 20 2025

Automate your roman shades without valance for a minimalist look. We test motor compatibility with Alexa and HomeKit for slim headrails. See the setup guide.

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Smart Control for Your Patio: 60 Inch Outdoor Shades Guide

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 21 2025

Block glare with voice-controlled 60 inch outdoor shades. We analyze RF vs. Wi-Fi motor options compatible with Alexa & Google. See the setup guide.