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Stop Buying Dim Out Blinds for Big Windows — Do This Instead

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 05 2026

Thinking about dim out blinds for oversized bedroom windows? Here is why standard wide blackout blinds fail, and how to actually shut out the morning sun.

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Your Umbrellas Are Wasting Space (And These Backyard Shades Ideas Fix It)

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 05 2026

Bulky umbrellas were eating up my narrow patio and blowing over in the wind. Here are the backyard shades ideas that finally made my awkward yard usable.

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Why I Ripped Out Every Window Shade House-Wide to Go Smart

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 05 2026

Moving to a larger home? Don't make the mistake of buying manual house window covers. Here is why automating every window shade house-wide is a total shift in lifestyle.

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Are ILM Blinds Worth It? My Honest Take on These Smart Shades

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 02 2026

Wondering if ILM blinds are actually worth the investment? I tested these smart motorized shades to see if they can handle harsh sun and daily automation.

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Why I'll Never Automate Unlined Jute Blinds Again (Do This Instead)

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 01 2026

Love the natural look of jute blinds, but hate the privacy gaps and sagging? Here is why automating unlined woven textures is a mistake, and how to fix it.

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Permanent Roofs Are Overrated: I Chose an Outdoor Awning Shade Instead

by Yuvien Royer on May 31 2026

I almost spent $15,000 extending my roof just to get some patio relief. Here is why installing a smart outdoor awning shade was the much better choice.

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If You Break One Blind, Blinds From the Store Won't Match

by Yuvien Royer on May 31 2026

Trying to replace a single broken blind? Blinds fade over time, making exact hardware store matches impossible. Here is why I upgraded to smart shades instead.

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How I Botched My Blind Size for Window Upgrades (And Lost $400)

by Yuvien Royer on May 31 2026

I assumed my frames were perfectly square. Here is why guessing the right blind size for window smart shade upgrades will cost you, and how to measure properly.

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Are Colorful Blinds the Cure for Sterile Smart Homes?

by Yuvien Royer on May 31 2026

Tired of your automated house looking like a sterile tech clinic? Here is how swapping basic white shades for colorful blinds completely transformed my space.

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Why I Replaced My Ground Floor Blinds With Top Down Bottom Up Curtains

by Yuvien Royer on May 30 2026

Living on a busy street meant keeping my blinds shut all day. Here is why switching to top down bottom up curtains finally let the sunlight into my home.

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Why Slanted Glass Ruins Normal Window Blinds and Treatments

by Yuvien Royer on May 30 2026

I bought an A-frame cabin for the view, but the slanted glass turned it into a greenhouse. Here is how I finally fixed my window blinds and treatments.

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My Brutally Honest Search for the Best Window Shade Company

by Yuvien Royer on May 29 2026

Tired of loud motors and dropped Zigbee connections? Here is my brutally honest guide on how to find the best window shade company for your smart home.

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I Wasted Months Figuring Out Where to Buy Window Shades and Blinds

by Yuvien Royer on May 29 2026

Looking for smart home upgrades but stuck on where to buy window shades and blinds? Here is my breakdown of local dealers, big box stores, and D2C brands.

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I Finally Found 54 Inch Wide Window Shades That Don't Sag in the Middle

by Yuvien Royer on May 28 2026

Trying to cover a 4.5-foot double window? Finding exactly 54 inch wide window shades that don't bow in the middle is tough. Here is my motorized fix.

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My Midday Glare Problem Disappeared Once I Found 4x4 Window Shades

by Yuvien Royer on May 27 2026

Perfectly square windows look amazing until the afternoon sun hits. Here is how I finally eliminated screen glare by installing motorized 4x4 window shades.

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I Paid Extra for Windows with Shades Built-In (And Regret It)

by Yuvien Royer on May 27 2026

Thinking about upgrading to windows with shades between the glass? I spent thousands on integrated blinds, only to realize smart retrofits are vastly superior.

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Stop Buying Plastic: How to Automate Natural Blinds

by Yuvien Royer on May 26 2026

I loved the look of organic woven woods, but their weight destroyed my setup. Here is exactly how I automated heavy natural blinds without frying the motor.

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Don't Toss The Track: Finding Replacement Slats Vertical Window Blinds

by Yuvien Royer on May 26 2026

Before you throw away that jamming patio door track, read this. Here is how upgrading to fresh replacement slats vertical window blinds saved my smart motor.

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Why I Swapped My Jammed Blinds for an Exact 47 Inch Roman Shade

by Yuvien Royer on May 26 2026

If your smart motors sound like they are grinding, your window treatments might be too tight. Here is why an exact 47 inch roman shade saved my automation.

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I Was Wrong About the Semi Sheer Roller Blind (And Now I Have 5)

by Yuvien Royer on May 26 2026

I used to think every smart shade needed to block 100% of the light. Here is why installing a smart semi sheer roller blind completely changed my living room.