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I Cut the Tangled Strings: Why My Go-To is Now a Cordless Blind

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I Cut the Tangled Strings: Why My Go-To is Now a Cordless Blind

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 22 2026
Tired of wrestling with tangled strings? Here is why swapping your messy, dated window treatments for a sleek cordless blind is a major design upgrade.
The Sun Moves (And So Does My Free Standing Window Shade)

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The Sun Moves (And So Does My Free Standing Window Shade)

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 22 2026
Tired of afternoon glare ruining your open layout? I rely on a free standing window shade to chase the sun. Discover the best window blockers for home.
How I Made Budget Blinds Woven Wood Shades Look Expensive

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How I Made Budget Blinds Woven Wood Shades Look Expensive

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 22 2026
Want that custom textured look without the bespoke price? Here is exactly how I styled budget blinds woven wood shades to look like an $800 luxury splurge.
The 4 Hidden Upgrades I Always Request From the Shade Factory

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The 4 Hidden Upgrades I Always Request From the Shade Factory

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 22 2026
Ever wonder why designer window treatments look so much better? Here are the four hidden hardware and fabric upgrades I always request from the shade factory.
Your Furniture is Fading: Why I Bought Shade Store Solar Shades

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Your Furniture is Fading: Why I Bought Shade Store Solar Shades

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 22 2026
Sun damage can silently ruin your hardwood floors and custom sofas. Here is exactly why I finally invested in the shade store solar shades for my living room.
I Refuse to Use Stiff Vinyl: How to Pick Fabric for Roller Shades

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I Refuse to Use Stiff Vinyl: How to Pick Fabric for Roller Shades

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 22 2026
Skip the stiff, plastic-feeling blinds. Here is an interior designer's exact guide to choosing the best fabric for roller shades to elevate your windows.
Stop Forcing 2-Inch Slats: Why 1 Inch Faux Wood Window Blinds Fit Better

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Stop Forcing 2-Inch Slats: Why 1 Inch Faux Wood Window Blinds Fit Better

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 21 2026
Struggling with shallow window frames? Discover why switching to 1 inch faux wood window blinds is the ultimate designer secret for a flush, custom look.
Stop Buying White Blinds: The Case for a Patterned Roller Shade

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Stop Buying White Blinds: The Case for a Patterned Roller Shade

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 21 2026
Tired of staring at sterile white windows? An interior designer shares exactly how to style a patterned roller shade to add warmth, color, and high-end impact.
I Spec Custom Shades Lowes Sells When Clients Blow Their Budget

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I Spec Custom Shades Lowes Sells When Clients Blow Their Budget

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 21 2026
Want designer windows on a big-box budget? I reveal how to order custom shades Lowes sells that actually look like expensive to-the-trade window treatments.
Why I Tell Everyone to Just Buy a 3 Solar Shade and Be Done

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Why I Tell Everyone to Just Buy a 3 Solar Shade and Be Done

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 21 2026
Torn between privacy and keeping your view? Here is why a 3 solar shade is the exact openness percentage I use to kill glare without ruining the aesthetic.
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.