We've all heard that closing our curtains in the winter will keep the cold air out, but there are times when you need to let ...

Closed curtains during the day can signal you're away, but open ones may expose valuables. Partially open curtains or sheers can limit visibility into your home. In hot weather, closed curtains can ...

If you've ever walked through a fancy neighborhood and been struck by the expensive houses with wide open curtains, showing off high-end interiors, you're not alone; The Atlantic and New York Times ...

Keeping your curtains closed while you're away helps deter burglars by hiding what's inside and creating uncertainty about whether anyone's home. Most home burglaries actually happen during the day, ...

Wow that’s interesting. I’m like Meghan’s neighbors. My curtains are open all the time downstairs in my house. I too have house cleaning dance parties but I don’t mind if my neighbors see them. Keep ...

Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Automating shades, blinds, and curtains is one of the smart home’s coolest and most useful tricks. Smart window ...