Blinds and window shades are an often overlooked but important factor in interior design and home improvement. Swapping white roller shades for wooden blinds or Roman shades with an attractive print ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

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As I've worked to decorate the rooms in my 1928 Craftsman meets Colonial home over the past couple of years, I've been really ...

This guide helps you pick bedroom curtains or blinds for optimal light control, privacy, and style, with tips on fabrics, layering, and fitting.

Chauncey grew up on a farm in rural northern California. At 18 he ran away and saw the world with a backpack and a credit card, discovering that the true value of any point or mile is the experience ...

I never once dreamed of having automated blinds until one day when Smartwings reached out for a review. I was hesitant at first because I live in a rental, but then I thought I'd for sure get my ...

Why add wisdom to your windows? Automated shades and instantly tinting glass are not only easier to use than conventional devices, but they allow homeowners to play with design and add a new layer of ...

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Save this article to read it later. Find this story in your account’s ‘Saved for Later’ section. Windows are intimidating. Leave them bare and a place looks naked. Overdecorate them and your best ...

Hunter Douglas, a manufacturer of custom window treatments, has combined smart technology and shades to create new smart shades using PowerView Motorization. These shades, privacy sheers, blackout ...

Changing up your kitchen aesthetic isn't easy with the room's cupboards and large appliances, but you can refresh the look with new window treatments.