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How I Motorized My Landlord's 2 Faux Wood Blinds With Cords

by Yuvien Royer on Apr 08 2026

Stuck renting? You don't have to live in the dark. Here is how I safely retrofitted my landlord's 2 faux wood blinds with cords using hidden smart motors.

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How I Automated 2 White Faux Wood Cordless Blinds (To Appease My HOA)

by Yuvien Royer on Apr 04 2026

Battling strict HOA rules for street-facing windows? Here is exactly how I retrofitted my 2 white faux wood cordless blinds with stealthy smart tilt motors.

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Are Smart Ikea Blinds Actually Good, or Just Cheap?

by Yuvien Royer on Apr 02 2026

Thinking about automating your windows on a budget? Here is my honest 6-month review of smart Ikea blinds, from Zigbee hub headaches to daily motor noise.

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Why I Went Back to Mini Blinds for Patio Doors (With a Smart Twist)

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 21 2026

I hated the look of standard aluminum slats until I realized they were the only low-profile option. Here is how I made mini blinds for patio doors smart.

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The Stack Height Problem With White Wooden Slat Blinds (And My Fix)

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 16 2026

Love the look of white wooden slat blinds but hate how much glass they block when raised? Here is my smart tilt-only fix for white hardwood venetian blinds.

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The Hidden Battery Trap Inside 23 Inch Faux Wood Blinds

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 14 2026

Trying to automate 23 inch faux wood blinds? Standard smart motors and battery wands won't fit the tiny headrail space. Here is my exact workaround.

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Why I Linked Horizontal Blinds for Sliding Doors to a Door Sensor

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 13 2026

Hate vertical slats? Here is exactly how I automated heavy horizontal blinds for sliding doors to lift automatically when someone opens the patio door.

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I Motorized My DIY Window Coverings to Keep Sun Out

by Yuvien Royer on Mar 11 2026

Tired of taping up ugly foil or cardboard? Here is exactly how I built custom motorized diy window coverings to keep sun out and finally cooled my home.

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My Bay Window Blinds Ikea Hack Saved Me $1,200 (Here's How)

by Yuvien Royer on Feb 22 2026

Custom motorized shades cost a fortune, so I tried a DIY approach. Here is exactly how I made standard bay window blinds ikea sells fit my angled frames.

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My Shallow Windows Hated Motors Until I Tried 1 3/8 Faux Wood Blinds

by Yuvien Royer on Feb 21 2026

Struggling to automate window treatments in an older home? Here is exactly how swapping to 1 3/8 faux wood blinds finally solved my shallow window nightmare.

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I Automated Budget Blinds Woven Wood Shades (And Saved $800)

by Yuvien Royer on Feb 20 2026

Want organic texture without the premium price tag? Here is exactly how I automated off-the-shelf budget blinds woven wood shades without frying my motors.

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The Annoying Reason Your 58-inch blinds Keep Stalling

by Yuvien Royer on Feb 16 2026

Trying to automate wide dining room windows? Standard tilt motors often stall on heavy 58-inch blinds. Here is the exact mounting trick to fix the lag.

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Automate Pleated Blinds for Skylights: Solar vs Hardwired

by Yuvien Royer on Sep 01 2025

Automate overhead windows with smart pleated skylight shades. Compare solar vs. hardwired motors and Zigbee integration. Check the compatibility list.

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smartfit top down bottom up shades: A Real 6-Month Review

by Yuvien Royer on Aug 28 2025

Need better privacy? smartfit top down bottom up shades blend natural light with smart control. Read my honest 6-month review and installation guide.

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The Best Smart Blue Roller Shade Setup for Lazy Mornings

by Yuvien Royer on Aug 24 2025

Automate your navy blue roller shades with Zigbee or WiFi motors. Learn about noise levels, torque specs, and compatibility with Alexa & HomeKit. See the setup guide.

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Automate Your Bamboo Shade Ikea Setup: A Smart Retrofit Guide

by Yuvien Royer on Aug 21 2025

Turn natural decor into tech. Learn how to retrofit a motor to your bamboo shade ikea setup for Alexa and HomeKit control. Check the compatibility specs now.

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Wake Up to Sunlight: Why I Switched to Decorative Roller Blinds

by Yuvien Royer on Aug 12 2025

Upgrade your style with smart tech. I review how decorative roller shades integrate with Alexa and Zigbee hubs. Easy install? See my setup notes here.

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Automate Honeycomb Shades Amazon Finds: A Smart Home Guide

by Yuvien Royer on Aug 04 2025

Automate your windows with top honeycomb shades amazon offers. Syncs with Alexa & Zigbee hubs. Easy retrofit guide included. Check the compatibility list.

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Voice Control Ready: Types of Blinds for Sliding Glass Doors

by Yuvien Royer on Jul 30 2025

Explore smart-ready types of blinds for sliding glass doors. I compare retrofit motors, Zigbee hubs, and voice control setups. See my compatibility list.

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Make Your Hampton Bay Cut to Size Roller Shade Smart

by Yuvien Royer on Jul 17 2025

Turn your standard blinds into smart tech. I break down retrofitting a Hampton Bay cut to size roller shade with Zigbee or WiFi motors. See the setup process.