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The Real Cost of Automating Blinds and Draperies in 2024

by Yuvien Royer on Apr 19 2026

Want the luxury hotel look without the dealer markup? Here is exactly what it costs to automate blinds and draperies, and how to avoid the custom installer trap.

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I Tracked Every Window Roller Blinds Price — Here Is What I Paid

by Yuvien Royer on Apr 13 2026

Wondering what you should actually pay? I tracked every window roller blinds price on the market to find the perfect balance of smart features and durability.

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I Tracked Every Dollar: The Real Cost for Window Treatments

by Yuvien Royer on Apr 03 2026

Wondering about the average cost for window treatments? I tracked every penny of my smart home upgrade to show you exactly where your money actually goes.

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Stop Upgrading All Your Windows and Window Treatments at Once

by Yuvien Royer on Apr 01 2026

I bought a house full of cheap plastic blinds. Here is my exact room-by-room strategy for upgrading windows and window treatments without going totally broke.

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Are You Supposed to Automate Both Your Shades and Curtains?

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 31 2026

Wondering if you need both automated shades and curtains? I tested dual-motor setups to see if combining smart bedroom blinds and curtains is actually worth the cost.

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I Got a Quote for Smart Shade Store Woven Wood Shades (And Walked Away)

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 30 2026

I love the look of shade store woven wood shades, but the smart motor markup is wild. Here is how I got the shade store wood blinds aesthetic for way less.

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The Hidden Tech Costs of Custom Blinds Home Depot Puts on Sale

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 17 2026

Waiting for a home depot custom blinds sale? Here is why the hidden fees and lack of smart options on custom blinds home depot sells actually cost me more.

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I Got 3 Wildly Different Quotes: How Much for Roman Blinds?

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 15 2026

Wondering how much for roman blinds? I compared three wildly different quotes to break down the true roman blind pricing and find the best smart home value.

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How I Sourced Cheap Custom Blinds and Shades for My Smart Home

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 10 2026

I lived with paper temporary shades for eight months. Here is exactly how I finally tracked down cheap custom blinds and shades that actually look high-end.

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Are Everwood Alternative Wood Blinds Worth the Smart Home Premium?

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 10 2026

I loved the look of Hunter Douglas, but are everwood alternative wood blinds worth the steep smart home markup? Here is how I got the exact look for less.

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The $10k Shock: Breaking Down the Cost of Motorized Roller Shades

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 09 2026

Trying to figure out the true cost of motorized roller shades? I broke down my entire budget to show you exactly what to expect and where to save your money.

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Are Retrofit Motors for regular window blinds Actually Worth It?

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 07 2026

Thinking about upgrading to smart shades? Here is the honest truth about adding retrofit motors to your regular window blinds instead of buying new ones.

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Why the High Price for Wooden Blinds Actually Saved My Smart Home

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 05 2026

I used to buy cheap plastic until warped slats fried my motors. Here is a breakdown of the true price for wooden blinds and why they cost less in the end.

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I Ripped Out My DIY Setup: The Real Cost of Roman Shades

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 01 2026

Wondering about the true cost of roman shades? I broke down exactly why piecemealing budget fabrics and cheap smart motors will actually cost you more.

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The Shocking True Cost to Install Faux Wood Blinds (And My DIY Fix)

by Yuvien Royer on Feb 28 2026

Wondering about the true cost to install faux wood blinds? I break down expensive pro quotes versus DIY expenses, and how to save enough for smart motors.

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Are Motorized Blinds For Windows Faux Wood Actually Worth It?

by Yuvien Royer on Feb 24 2026

Trying to save money on smart blinds for windows? Faux wood options are incredibly durable and moisture-proof, but their heavy weight requires specific motors.

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Why I Tracked Blinds Levolor Sales for 6 Months Before Upgrading

by Yuvien Royer on Feb 16 2026

Thinking about upgrading your windows? I tracked every major blinds Levolor sale for six months to find out if the premium price tag is actually worth it.

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The 3 Red Flags I Look for When Searching Cellular Blinds for Sale

by Yuvien Royer on Feb 15 2026

Looking for a good deal? Before you click buy on the first site you see, here are the red flags I avoid when searching for cellular blinds for sale online.

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Wondering How Much Do Custom Roman Shades Cost? I Did the Math

by Yuvien Royer on Feb 11 2026

Before you buy off-the-shelf window treatments, look at my spreadsheet. Wondering exactly how much do custom roman shades cost? Here is the real math.

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I Tracked the True Cost of Wooden Blinds for My Entire House

by Yuvien Royer on Feb 08 2026

Wondering about the actual cost of wooden blinds? I broke down every receipt from my smart home renovation to show you exactly where to save and splurge.