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 ...

Stoneside makes beautiful and luxurious motorized window shades, but its third-party smart technology is not quite as good as what its top competitor offers. The do-it-yourself approach to buying and ...

Smart home technology can make hard-to-reach windows like these easier and safer to cover when needed. Window coverings are often an afterthought in home design and remodeling, but they shouldn’t be.

Working with this New Jersey–based company is as close as it gets to hiring an interior designer like herself, says Lauren Simone. If you don’t know a thing about shades, the team will happily detail ...

CHICAGO—May 17, 2023—Automated insulating window shades can cut energy consumption by approximately one-quarter and may recoup the cost of installation within three to five years, according to a ...

Smart home technology has transformed the way we interact with our living spaces. Many homeowners start with smart plugs, ...