Our kitchens play a key role in elevating the mood of our homes, creating a sanctuary where we dine, entertain, and hang out with family and friends. That’s why it’s essential to have beautiful, functional kitchen window coverings that offer optimal UV light protection, effective light control from outside, and privacy features. In the kitchen, there are window covering characteristics that are important, including moisture- and heat-resistant materials, functional control with hands-free designs, and slim-profile. Explore kitchen window covering ideas, and discover which options would serve you best in your home.
Window Covering Options
The key to creating a functional and gorgeous kitchen starts at the window. With all the options out there, it can be a challenge to decide how to dress up your space in a way that works best for you. Here are some incredible designs that will enhance any kitchen.
Roller Shades
Bring a beautifully designed shade into your kitchen that will check all the boxes. For a modern design, roller shades from Hunter Douglas offer a selection of fabrics to match your color and style while also providing options for dual shades, motorized control at the window, and custom shades for every size window. Personalize your style and have great functionality at the same time.
Solar Shades (Sustainability!)
Maybe you love that new kitchen, but not the light pouring in? With the right kitchen window covering, you can experience light the way you want and not compromise. Choose solar shades that offer various opacities and a wide range of features to improve functional design and sustainability in your home, including dual shades and motorization. Cover large windows to reduce glare with custom colors and textures that create a luxury feel inside your home. Solar shades offer a view while protecting your kitchen. What’s not to love about this enhanced control?
Sustainable fabrics are important to homeowners, and they can be an excellent choice to add in kitchens and breakfast nooks. Sustainable solar shades help protect both the planet and your home, and you can choose a fabric collection comprised of recycled materials.
Faux Wood and Composite Blinds
Look for natural warmth and a beautiful rustic feel with faux wood and composite blinds. The Parkland® collection is harvested from sustainable wood and designed for durability. Wood blinds finish your home in a unique, personal way. They keep direct light under control, instead of pouring into your kitchen and overwhelming the space.
With so many options, you may also consider a natural wood blind with realistic wood grains with Everwood® blinds. Composite materials retain the appearance of real wood, are simple to clean, and offer durable and long-lasting quality while looking chic in your kitchen.
Roman Shades
Roman shades for kitchens are a popular choice to add a beautiful design paired with a soft look. Available in many fabrics and styles, roman shades can be great for kitchens with large windows. Keep in mind the distance from the sink, as fabrics near the sink can experience spotting if lowered while the sink is in use.
Cellular Shades
Cellular shades are a popular choice with homeowners who love the slim, clean look, along with the benefits of insulation from the sun. This shade makes your home look stunning and offers versatility with honeycomb features that block heat and light. Duette Honeycomb shades offer uniforma pleats with appealing design and functional features to block UV rays in a classic style.
Kitchen Window Coverings Near Sinks
When thinking about your kitchen, and where shades are needed, above or near the sink is a common spot where homeowners often request window coverings. Whether you are washing dishes, cooking dinner or just want better light control overall in that space, there are great options available. Top down bottom up shades let light in across the top of the room, adding protection for the rest of the space. Motorized shades are a great option for hands-free operation, or for hard-to-reach windows. The shades can be customized with cordless features to make it easier to move and durable fabrics that are a beautiful addition. Don’t compromise style to suit your kitchen’s needs.
Kitchen Window Covering Materials
A big consideration for kitchen windows is covering them with the right materials. Consider easy-to-clean materials, including vinyl, wood, composite, and performance fabrics. If your shades will be in the lowered position most of the time, you may want to avoid delicate fabrics.
Kitchen Window Covering with Motorization
The big trend showing up in homeowner kitchens right now is easy-to-clean, durable, and manageable shades with operating features that make it convenient and simple to adjust. This includes hands-free and cordless options (think shifting light while cooking dinner), customized options for taller windows or sink spaces, and smart blinds and coverings for any time, day, or night. These will provide the most accessible, creatively designed options to cover your kitchen windows in style.
Ready to Get Covered?
Coverage for those unique kitchen windows is just a phone call away. We are here to help you choose the best coverings for your kitchen windows. If you are not sure what you need, visit our showroom or give us a call to schedule an in-person consultation. Our team at SeeView Blinds will be thrilled to discuss your personalized approach to style and comfort in your kitchen.