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What Are Solar Shades, and Do They Belong in a Nice Living Room?

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What Are Solar Shades, and Do They Belong in a Nice Living Room?

by Yuvien Royer on Jul 03 2026
Sick of closing the drapes to stop afternoon glare? Discover what are solar shades, how they preserve your view, and why they don't have to look cheap.
Stop Buying Plain White: Why I Switched to a Designer Roller Blind

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Stop Buying Plain White: Why I Switched to a Designer Roller Blind

by Yuvien Royer on Jul 03 2026
Tired of boring, sterile white windows? Discover how upgrading to a statement designer roller blind completely transformed my tricky, drape-averse living room.
I Spec Sun Blocking Roller Shades Just to Protect Expensive Art

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I Spec Sun Blocking Roller Shades Just to Protect Expensive Art

by Yuvien Royer on Jul 03 2026
Wondering how to protect your expensive rugs and art from harsh UV rays? Here is why I specify sun blocking roller shades for my clients' bright living spaces.
Stop Sweating: Why I Finally Caved on Tinted Screens for Windows

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Stop Sweating: Why I Finally Caved on Tinted Screens for Windows

by Yuvien Royer on Jul 02 2026
I refused to sacrifice my curb appeal until the summer sun ruined my sofa. Here is the designer's guide to using tinted screens for windows without the limo look.
I Fixed My TV Glare Problem With a Scrim Shade (And Kept the Light)

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I Fixed My TV Glare Problem With a Scrim Shade (And Kept the Light)

by Yuvien Royer on Jul 02 2026
Hate closing heavy blinds to watch TV? See how a lightweight scrim shade fixes afternoon glare, and why scrim window shades keep your living room bright.
How I Branded a Chic Studio Space With Logo Window Blinds

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How I Branded a Chic Studio Space With Logo Window Blinds

by Yuvien Royer on Jul 02 2026
Looking to brand your boutique or studio? Here is why I always recommend sleek logo window blinds over cheap vinyl decals to keep your storefront looking chic.
How to Keep Custom Roller Shades From Looking Like Office Blinds

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How to Keep Custom Roller Shades From Looking Like Office Blinds

by Yuvien Royer on Jul 02 2026
Tired of your windows looking like a sterile corporate office? Here is why upgrading to custom roller shades completely transforms the feel of your home.
The Only Blinds Retractable Enough to Disappear During the Day

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The Only Blinds Retractable Enough to Disappear During the Day

by Yuvien Royer on Jul 02 2026
Want a bare window during the day but total privacy at night? Discover the exact blinds retractable enough to completely disappear into your window frame.
The Truth About Those Perfect Window Images Cellular Shades Create

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The Truth About Those Perfect Window Images Cellular Shades Create

by Yuvien Royer on Jul 02 2026
Wondering why your home doesn't match those flawless window images cellular shades create online? A designer shares the styling secrets you're missing.
How Cellular Shades Light Filtering Saved My Fading Velvet Sofa

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How Cellular Shades Light Filtering Saved My Fading Velvet Sofa

by Yuvien Royer on Jul 02 2026
South-facing windows are a dream until your furniture starts to fade. Here is exactly why I rely on cellular shades light filtering to save sunlit rooms.
Your Furniture is Crushing Your Drapes (Try a Window Roll Up Shade)

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Your Furniture is Crushing Your Drapes (Try a Window Roll Up Shade)

by Yuvien Royer on Jul 02 2026
Struggling to fit curtains behind a sofa or bed? Discover why swapping bulky drapery for a sleek window roll up shade saves space and looks incredibly chic.
How to Hang 58-Inch Wide Blackout Blinds Without the Middle Sag

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How to Hang 58-Inch Wide Blackout Blinds Without the Middle Sag

by Yuvien Royer on Jul 02 2026
Spanning a five-foot window requires serious support. Here is exactly how to install 58-inch wide blackout blinds without facing a disastrous middle sag.
Why I Hide Room Darkening Shades Cordless Behind Linen

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Why I Hide Room Darkening Shades Cordless Behind Linen

by Yuvien Royer on Jul 02 2026
Tired of tangled strings ruining your bedroom's aesthetic? Discover why room darkening shades cordless are my design secret to clean lines and better sleep.
How to Install Cordless Shades Without Snapping the Tension Spring

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How to Install Cordless Shades Without Snapping the Tension Spring

by Yuvien Royer on Jul 02 2026
Learning how to install cordless shades doesn't have to end in snapped springs or ruined trim. Here is the exact bracket spacing formula I use.
I Hated the Accordion Look Until I Tried a 2-Inch Cellular Shade

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I Hated the Accordion Look Until I Tried a 2-Inch Cellular Shade

by Yuvien Royer on Jul 01 2026
Think a cellular shade looks like a cheap paper accordion? Here is why upgrading to a 2-inch pleat and the right fabric completely changes the aesthetic.
Why I Always Mount a Sun Shade Outside Window Frames for Roasting Rooms

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Why I Always Mount a Sun Shade Outside Window Frames for Roasting Rooms

by Yuvien Royer on Jul 01 2026
Interior blinds just trap heat. Here is why mounting a sun shade outside window glass is the ultimate design trick to cool your house and save your AC bill.
How to Make a Cellular Shade Top Down Bottom Up Look Expensive

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How to Make a Cellular Shade Top Down Bottom Up Look Expensive

by Yuvien Royer on Jul 01 2026
Want privacy without losing natural light? Here is how to style a cellular shade top down bottom up so it looks like a high-end custom window treatment.
I Finally Tried Colored Blinds for Windows (And My Room Grew Up)

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I Finally Tried Colored Blinds for Windows (And My Room Grew Up)

by Yuvien Royer on Jul 01 2026
Tired of stark white shades? Discover how to style colored blinds for windows without making your room look like a tacky 1990s pediatrician's office.
How to Shade Window Glare (Without Turning Your Room Into a Cave)

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How to Shade Window Glare (Without Turning Your Room Into a Cave)

by Yuvien Royer on Jul 01 2026
Struggling with brutal afternoon glare? Here is exactly how to shade window expanses without losing your view, and how to shade windows from sun beautifully.
Why I Never Let Clients Order Blinds With Logo in Blackout Fabric

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Why I Never Let Clients Order Blinds With Logo in Blackout Fabric

by Yuvien Royer on Jul 01 2026
Ordering blinds with logo for your storefront or home studio? Before you hit add to cart, learn why the wrong fabric opacity ruins your branding at night.