Your kitchen is a bustling hub of activity. It’s where you start every morning with a fresh cup of coffee, where you cook your favorite meals, and where you talk about the day with your family. If your countertops, appliances, and cabinets are neutral, a unique window treatment can make a decorative statement and also serve a purpose. When choosing a kitchen window treatment, think about the style, material, and function. Read on and view our gallery to help choose the best window treatment for your kitchen!

Best Window Treatments for Kitchens

Faux Wood Blinds

Faux wood blinds are moisture resistant and won’t warp, making them the perfect choice for humid areas like kitchens. They are also incredibly easy to maintain, which is a must in spaces that can get messy. Simply dust them regularly with a cloth, or for a deeper clean, wipe them down with a cloth and warm, soapy water. Their easy-to-clean design ensures that they stay looking fresh even with the hustle and bustle of kitchen life.

Mini Blinds

Making breakfast in your pajamas on a lazy Sunday morning is a lovely way to start the day – but not if your neighbors can see directly into your kitchen! Install mini-blinds for quick access to privacy. Mini-blinds are affordable, sturdy, and fit both traditional and contemporary styles. These fashionable materials allow some sunlight into the room while blocking outside views into your kitchen.

Woven Wood Shades

Woven wood shades are a popular kitchen choice. They provide texture and eclectic style, but similar to Roman Shades and Cellular Shades, they should be kept out of your splash zone to keep them clean and fresh.

Roman Shades

Roman shades for kitchen windows do their best work quietly — softening a room built mostly of hard surfaces, without getting in the way of counters or the sink. A light filtering Roman shade keeps the space bright and airy while still holding privacy.

FAQ

Due to the high humidity of kitchen, we recommend window treatments that are durable and not susceptible to damage from humidity or moisture. These would be faux wood blinds, faux wood shutters and roller shades.

Roman shades bring real customizability — in fabric, color and fold — to a kitchen that might otherwise be all hard surfaces. They're best suited to elevating the look of the space rather than living in the splash zone, since fabric is more prone to grease and stains than faux wood or vinyl. 

We recommend woven wood shades due to the natural look and texture is gives. That being said, this option should only be for those that want to elevate the look of the kitchen, not utility due to its susceptibility to food stains and grease.

We recommend faux wood blinds due to their durability, timeless look and easy cleanings. Being made of PVC means they won't absorb cooking smells or stains. 

We recommend faux wood shutters due to their durability, timeless look and easy cleaning. Being made of PVC means they won't absorb cooking smells or stains. 

We recommend roller shades because of their clean look and easy operation. Consider a vinyl material so that you can wipe away splatters or greasy buildup with warm soapy water.