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Are Insulating Shades for Windows Supposed to Look This Bulky?

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Are Insulating Shades for Windows Supposed to Look This Bulky?

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 21 2026
Tired of drafts but hate bulky treatments? Here is how to style window insulating shades so they look custom. Insulating shades for windows can be chic.
Stop Living in a Cave: Try Sun Shades for Window Glare

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Stop Living in a Cave: Try Sun Shades for Window Glare

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 21 2026
Tired of sitting in the dark just to escape afternoon heat? Learn why sun shades for window glare are the ultimate designer secret to a cool, bright home.
My Neighbors Saw Everything (Why I Bought a Window Glass Shade)

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My Neighbors Saw Everything (Why I Bought a Window Glass Shade)

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 21 2026
Think your frosted bathroom window gives you enough privacy? Here is why you still need a window glass shade to stop the awkward nighttime silhouette effect.
The Blinds vs Shade Rule I Use for Every Room I Style

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The Blinds vs Shade Rule I Use for Every Room I Style

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 21 2026
Stuck in the blinds vs shade debate? An interior designer breaks down the exact aesthetic and functional rules for choosing hard slats versus soft fabrics.
I Refuse to Use Plastic Grips: My Favorite DIY Roller Shade Pulls

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I Refuse to Use Plastic Grips: My Favorite DIY Roller Shade Pulls

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 21 2026
Hate those cheap plastic hem grips? Learn how to make shade pulls from leather and brass. These custom DIY roller shade pulls protect your fabric in style.
Stop Dragging Out a Ladder to Adjust a Blind for High Window Light

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Stop Dragging Out a Ladder to Adjust a Blind for High Window Light

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 21 2026
Dressing two-story or loft spaces? Here is exactly how to choose the right blind for high window placements without ruining your view or needing a ladder.
My Bathroom Blinds Kept Warping Until I Found Faux Bamboo Roller Shades

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My Bathroom Blinds Kept Warping Until I Found Faux Bamboo Roller Shades

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 21 2026
Real woven woods warp in wet rooms. Here is why I finally caved and bought faux bamboo roller shades for my bathroom, plus how to make them look custom.
I Installed Colorful Blinds (Here is Why the Room Doesn't Look Tacky)

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I Installed Colorful Blinds (Here is Why the Room Doesn't Look Tacky)

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 21 2026
Swapping safe white for colorful blinds feels risky, but it doesn't have to be. Here is how I use bold window blind colors to achieve a chic, high-end look.
Your Horizontal Curtains Look Like a Shower Liner (Do This Instead)

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Your Horizontal Curtains Look Like a Shower Liner (Do This Instead)

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 21 2026
Curtains for long horizontal windows can easily look like a giant shower liner. Here is my exact designer formula for styling horizontal curtains perfectly.
My Honest Take on the Home Decorators Collection Cellular Shade

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My Honest Take on the Home Decorators Collection Cellular Shade

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 21 2026
Wondering if you can skip the custom workroom? Here is my honest designer review of the Home Decorators Collection cellular shade and when to use it.
Stop Ruining Linen: Why I Actually Use Plastic Shades for Windows

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Stop Ruining Linen: Why I Actually Use Plastic Shades for Windows

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 21 2026
Think plastic shades for windows always look cheap? As a designer, I actually prefer them in damp spaces over expensive fabrics. Here is how to style them.

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Why I Only Put Smartfit Top Down Bottom Up Shades on Tricky French Doors

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 21 2026
Struggling to cover shallow windows or glass doors without ruining your trim? Here is why smartfit top down bottom up shades are a designer's secret weapon.
I Swapped White for Blue Cellular Blinds and the Room Finally Clicked

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I Swapped White for Blue Cellular Blinds and the Room Finally Clicked

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 21 2026
I finally ditched the default white window treatments for moody blue cellular blinds. Here is exactly how to style colorful honeycomb shades with confidence.
I Refused the Custom Lining Upcharge and Made a DIY Blackout Shade

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I Refused the Custom Lining Upcharge and Made a DIY Blackout Shade

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 21 2026
Custom window treatment linings cost a fortune. Here is how I saved hundreds of dollars by creating a custom DIY blackout shade for my sunniest bedroom.
How to Spec Window Shades for Sun Without Killing Your Plants

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How to Spec Window Shades for Sun Without Killing Your Plants

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 21 2026
Worried about your fiddle leaf fig? Here is how to choose effective window shades for sun that protect your floors and furniture without starving houseplants.
Stop Paying a Handyman to Install Select Blinds (Do This Instead)

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Stop Paying a Handyman to Install Select Blinds (Do This Instead)

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 21 2026
Wondering if you can install Select Blinds yourself? I tested the hardware, watched the tutorials, and found the exact designer tricks to save your trim.
Stop Thinking Blinds and Window Shades Do the Exact Same Job

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Stop Thinking Blinds and Window Shades Do the Exact Same Job

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 21 2026
Still confused about whether to buy blinds and window shades for your remodel? An interior stylist explains exactly how to choose the right window treatments.
Your See Through Shades Look Great by Day (But Expose You at Night)

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Your See Through Shades Look Great by Day (But Expose You at Night)

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 20 2026
Love your daytime view but hate feeling exposed at night? An interior designer explains why see through shades create a fishbowl effect and how to fix it.
Why I Finally Put Retro Roller Blinds in My Victorian House

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Why I Finally Put Retro Roller Blinds in My Victorian House

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 20 2026
Thinking of bringing back retro roller blinds? I break down how to style vintage roll up window shades without making your home look like a tired 1970s rental.
I Ruined My Vintage Rug Before Finally Installing Solar Blinds

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I Ruined My Vintage Rug Before Finally Installing Solar Blinds

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 20 2026
Think natural light is harmless? An interior designer explains how UV rays ruin floors and rugs, and why solar blinds are the invisible fix your room needs.