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Which Types of Window Treatments Actually Survive Smart Motors?

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 22 2026

Feeling overwhelmed by all the types of window treatments? I tested rollers, romans, and cellulars with smart motors. Here is what actually holds up.

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How I Matched Every Weird Window and Window Treatment

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 22 2026

Struggling to cover awkward glass? From A-frames to huge custom panes, here is exactly how I matched every weird window and window treatment in my home.

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I Stopped Fighting Crooked Windows With Select Blinds Outside Mount

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 22 2026

If your older home has un-level or out-of-square frames, inside mounts are a nightmare. Here is why choosing select blinds outside mount saved my sanity.

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I Tried Automating 2 Inch Wood Blinds Lowes Sells (Here's the Real Cost)

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 22 2026

Thinking about motorizing those 2 inch wood blinds Lowes sells? I break down the hidden costs, motor strain, and why custom is actually cheaper.

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The Hardware Trick I Used to Cover Vertical Blinds With Curtains

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 21 2026

Working the night shift meant I needed pitch blackness. Here is the exact hardware trick I used to cover vertical blinds with curtains without drilling.

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I Covered 14 Windows With Blinds and Shades at Lowes (Here is What Broke)

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 21 2026

Trying to save money, I outfitted my home with off-the-shelf blinds and shades at lowes. Here is why the manual daily adjustments drove me absolutely crazy.

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The Best Drapery Ideas for Arched Windows Actually Ignore the Arch

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 21 2026

Trying to cover a curved frame? Most drapery ideas for arched windows look awkward. Here is why mounting smart drapes above the arch changes everything.

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How I Made a Cheap Window Shade Look Like a $500 Smart Blind

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 21 2026

Think you need to spend thousands on motorized blinds? Here is exactly how I upgraded a basic cheap window shade into a premium smart home setup for less.

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Why I Swapped Three Blinds for One Day/Night Window Shade

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 21 2026

Struggling with home office glare and dark video calls? I ditched my messy curtain setup for a dual-motor day and night window shade. Here is why it works.

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How Top Down Woven Wood Shades Fixed My Fishbowl Living Room

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 21 2026

Tired of neighbors staring into your street-facing windows? Here is exactly how smart top down woven wood shades give you privacy without blocking light.

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I Finally Ditched Window Tint: My Brutally Honest Solar Shades Review

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 21 2026

I tried cheap UV window film for years before finally upgrading. Here is my brutally honest solar shades review after testing them through a brutal summer.

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Why My DIY Vertical Blinds Failed (And How I Finally Fixed Them)

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 20 2026

I tried to save money by building my own diy vertical blinds from raw fabric, but heavy materials and weak tracks ruined it. Here is what actually works.

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I Was a Hater, But Vertical Bedroom Blinds Are Actually Genius

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 20 2026

I always thought vertical bedroom blinds looked like cheap motel fixtures, but upgrading to automated fabric panels completely fixed my sleep schedule.

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Why I Left My Big Window Blinds Closed for a Year (And How I Fixed It)

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 20 2026

Having giant picture windows is a dream, until you actually have to lift the heavy coverings. Here is how automating my big window blinds finally saved my view.

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Roller Blinds or Roman Blinds: Which Hides the Smart Motor Better?

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 20 2026

Struggling to decide between roller blinds or roman blinds for your smart home? I tested both to see which style hides the bulky motors and battery packs better.

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The Kitchen Window Shade Home Depot Hack I Deeply Regret

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 20 2026

I tried saving cash with a basic window shade Home Depot cut for my kitchen sink. Here is why grease and cords made me upgrade to a smart motorized setup.

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My Flat Panel Curtains Looked Like Cheap Bedsheets (Here's My Fix)

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 20 2026

I wanted a sleek, minimalist smart home, but my new flat panel curtains looked terrible. Here is how I finally made unpleated smart drapes look expensive.

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Automating Graber Traditions Wood Blinds Was Terrifying (But Worth It)

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 19 2026

Drilling into expensive custom window treatments is nerve-wracking. Here is exactly how I automated my graber traditions wood blinds without cracking them.

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I Automated My Antique Wood Blinds (And Only Snapped One Slat)

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 19 2026

I refused to trash my home's original antique wood blinds, but smart motors almost destroyed them. Here is how I safely automated vintage wooden blinds.

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Your Windows Look Squashed: How Long Should a Valance Be?

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 19 2026

Tired of your window treatments looking awkward? Learn the standard dimensions, the 1/6 rule, and exactly how long should a valance be to hide smart motors.