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Are Cafe Curtains Dead? The Case for the Bottom Up Roller Shade

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Are Cafe Curtains Dead? The Case for the Bottom Up Roller Shade

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 29 2026
Struggling with ground-floor privacy? Discover why swapping dated cafe curtains for a sleek bottom up roller shade lets in light while hiding your room.
Stop Layering Sheers: Use Roller Shades Sun Blocking Fabrics Instead

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Stop Layering Sheers: Use Roller Shades Sun Blocking Fabrics Instead

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 29 2026
Ditch the dated, bulky look of double-layered drapes and sheers. Discover how modern roller shades sun blocking technology protects your home beautifully.
Do Home Depot Light Filtering Shades Show Shadows at Night?

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Do Home Depot Light Filtering Shades Show Shadows at Night?

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 29 2026
Wondering if home depot light filtering shades offer enough privacy at night? An interior designer breaks down the shadow-puppet effect and how to fix it.
I Ruined a Sunroom Before Realizing I Needed Extra Wide Bamboo Shades

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I Ruined a Sunroom Before Realizing I Needed Extra Wide Bamboo Shades

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 28 2026
Covering massive picture windows with three separate blinds looks incredibly choppy. Here is why I only specify extra wide bamboo shades for large glass walls.
Your Boxy Windows Need Roller Shades Scalloped at the Hem

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Your Boxy Windows Need Roller Shades Scalloped at the Hem

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 28 2026
Think fringed edges are just for your grandmother's house? Here is why I use roller shades scalloped at the hem to instantly soften boxy, modern windows.
I Snapped a $400 Cord Because I Forgot How to Open Blinds Properly

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I Snapped a $400 Cord Because I Forgot How to Open Blinds Properly

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 28 2026
Wondering how to open blinds without snapping the cords? I ruined a brand new custom shade by yanking it. Here is the right way to operate window treatments.
I Bought Lowe's Cellular Shades in a Panic (And Kept Them)

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I Bought Lowe's Cellular Shades in a Panic (And Kept Them)

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 28 2026
Need a same-day window fix? I bought in-stock Lowe's cellular shades in a panic for a client's guest room. Here is how I made them look totally custom.
DIY Trimming vs. Cut to Size Window Shades: The High-End Difference

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DIY Trimming vs. Cut to Size Window Shades: The High-End Difference

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 28 2026
Thinking of trimming your own blinds? An interior designer explains why precision cut to size window shades are the only way to get a flawless, high-end look.
Sheers vs. a Light Filtering Cellular Shade: Which Glows Better?

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Sheers vs. a Light Filtering Cellular Shade: Which Glows Better?

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 28 2026
Torn between sheers and a light filtering cellular shade? I break down which treatment gives your living room that perfect, diffused glow without losing privacy.
Why Bamboo and Grass Shades Aren't Interchangeable (And How to Choose)

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Why Bamboo and Grass Shades Aren't Interchangeable (And How to Choose)

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 28 2026
Not all natural window treatments are equal. Learn why bamboo and grass shades filter light differently, and how to choose the right bamboo grass shades.
Why I Swear By 3/8 Cellular Shades for Annoyingly Shallow Windows

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Why I Swear By 3/8 Cellular Shades for Annoyingly Shallow Windows

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 27 2026
Struggling with shallow windows? Discover why upgrading to low-profile 3/8 cellular shades is the designer trick to keeping your trim looking sleek and custom.
Stop Blocking Your View: Why I Use Bottom Up Shades on First Floors

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Stop Blocking Your View: Why I Use Bottom Up Shades on First Floors

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 27 2026
First-floor privacy is a nightmare. Here is why I stopped blocking my windows and started using bottom up shades to keep the light without the fishbowl effect.
Are the Custom Cellular Shades at Lowes Actually Any Good?

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Are the Custom Cellular Shades at Lowes Actually Any Good?

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 27 2026
Curious if those cellular shades at Lowes are actually worth the money? An interior designer breaks down the Levolor options, cordless features, and fabrics.
The Truth About Light Diffusing Shades (And the Nighttime Peep Show)

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The Truth About Light Diffusing Shades (And the Nighttime Peep Show)

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 27 2026
Love the soft daytime glow but terrified of the nighttime silhouette effect? Here is how to style light diffusing shades so you get sunshine and true privacy.
The Proportion Mistake Ruining Your Small Square Window Blinds

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The Proportion Mistake Ruining Your Small Square Window Blinds

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 27 2026
Dressing tiny architectural windows is tricky. Learn why the wrong small square window blinds look like awkward portholes, and how to style them perfectly.
Why Finding the Best Cellular Shades Is Harder Than Picking Paint

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Why Finding the Best Cellular Shades Is Harder Than Picking Paint

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 27 2026
Wondering who makes the best cellular shades? As an interior designer, I break down how to weed through cheap fabrics to find high-quality honeycomb blinds.
Your Blackout Shades Are Lying to You (Enter Cellular Shades Side Tracks)

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Your Blackout Shades Are Lying to You (Enter Cellular Shades Side Tracks)

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 27 2026
Sick of the glowing light halo ruining your sleep? Learn why cellular shades side tracks are my ultimate designer secret for a truly pitch-black bedroom.
Can Standard 32 Inch Window Shades Actually Look High-End?

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Can Standard 32 Inch Window Shades Actually Look High-End?

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 27 2026
Builder-grade windows do not have to look basic. Here is how I elevate standard 32 inch window shades with high-end styling tricks and clever layering.
My Trick for Making Roll Up Blinds White Vanish Into the Window Trim

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My Trick for Making Roll Up Blinds White Vanish Into the Window Trim

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 27 2026
Want a sleek, minimalist room without sacrificing nighttime privacy? Here is exactly how to make roll up blinds white completely vanish into your window trim.
Your Ground Floor is Too Dark (And Cellular Up Down Shades Are the Fix)

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Your Ground Floor is Too Dark (And Cellular Up Down Shades Are the Fix)

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 26 2026
Tired of keeping your blinds closed all day for privacy? Discover why cellular up down shades are the designer secret to flooding your home with natural light.