With kitchens today taking on a “hybrid” role, it’s more important than ever to make yours function seamlessly. Whether your family spends their time meal prepping, baking, or doing homework, they need a kitchen atmosphere that is comfortable. Let’s get a head start by selecting the right kitchen window coverings.
Best Window Treatments for Kitchens
Are there kitchen window coverings that are popular, more efficient, or easier to manage in this unique space of the home? Absolutely. Take a look at this list to see the most common window coverings homeowners choose for the kitchen.
Roller Shades
Roller shades are a low profile choice for kitchen windows—they simply stay out of the way. They are an efficient choice for diffusing glare and stopping direct rays. Roller shades are also a shade that rolls up and out of the way when not in use. Explore all seven varieties of roller shades for your kitchen.
Honeycomb Shades
There’s no denying that honeycomb shades are the most energy efficient window treatments on the market. Also known as cellular shades, they can filter light or block light, all while insulating the window. They’re a popular choice for kitchen window coverings, ensuring that the space doesn’t bake like an oven—after all, you already have an oven in there!
Faux Wood Blinds
Window blinds are another choice for simple window coverings that offer a low profile at the kitchen window. Hassle-free tilting of the slats allows them to offer natural light and views, or closed off privacy and controlled lighting. Homeowners love faux wood blinds due to their ability to resist moisture and provide easy-clean maintenance.
Plantation Shutters
Another vote for easy-to-clean kitchen window treatments, interior shutters offer serious light control and long-lasting durability. They also look beautiful at the window. Simple adjustments of the louvers can transform the atmosphere and comfort of the space.
Silhouette® Shades
Windows were meant for filling the home with natural light and landscape views. Where better to appreciate those elements than the kitchen? Silhouette® Shades make it possible. Sheer fabrics enhance the view while softening glare and direct light. Too much light—our sheer shade collections make it easy to shift from soft control to more serious light control. Did you know that most sheers shades are capable of room darkening? They’re a versatile kitchen window covering for your home.
Are Motorized Window Treatments Right for the Kitchen?
We get this question a lot, and the answer is: Absolutely. The kitchen is a busy space, and your family is in and out of this room all day long. That means, you need window covering solutions that will meet the challenge of changing light, temperature and privacy needs all throughout the day. Motorized window treatments are ideal in the kitchen. You can solve any common issue with a one tap adjustment—on a remote, in the app, or with a voice command. How easy does that sound?
Windows Above the Kitchen Sink
The placement of a window behind the kitchen sink has been a long-standing feature in homes for years. With the invention of the dishwasher, homeowners aren’t spending hours a day gazing out the window while he washes and she dries. Amen to that! And don’t worry—you won’t lose the view of the outdoors. We have view-through shades that filter glare into useful light.
But the kitchen layout remains, and so does the window. Currently, we have many clients covering the kitchen window for comfort, privacy, energy efficiency, and more…
Windows + Doors Working Together
In most kitchens, windows and doors share the same space. This can cause a roadblock if you prefer your kitchen window coverings to match. Whether you need window treatments for sliding glass doors, french doors, or patio doors, we can help you find a solution that will complement one another and function as needed.
In terms of function, doors and windows may operate differently. Many homeowners prefer the treatment to simulate the movement of the window. We have treatments that move horizontally and vertically for this reason. Coordinating treatments can look great in the same space and offer ease of function, too.
Dining In
A happy, bright kitchen is what we all desire, but sometimes it can get too bright, making things uncomfortable. The direction your windows face has a big impact on this. The penetrating sun can cause unbearable glare and chase your family out of the kitchen. Kitchen window coverings will protect your space from blinding sunlight and more. Our experts can evaluate your kitchen and suggest treatment options that are right for you.
Kitchen Window Coverings: Keep It Clean
It’s a fact: kitchens are the most popular room in the house. The foot traffic alone makes it a challenge to keep clean, and kitchen window coverings can suffer the consequences. Make sure you consider the placement of your treatments and which products would be best. Our experts can offer assistance and make suggestions about which shades, shutters, or blinds are up for the challenge of your busy kitchen.
The experts at Aero Drapery & Blind want to improve the look and function of your home, beginning with kitchen window coverings. Invite us to evaluate your home and devise a plan to solve common window issues like glare, energy efficiency, and privacy. Come visit one of our Minneapolis–St. Paul area showrooms. Or, Contact us today for a FREE consultation, and we’ll come to you! Make the investment in kitchen window coverings—you won’t be sorry.
