The kitchen is one of the hardest working rooms in the home, so the blinds you choose need to handle heat, moisture and everyday use. With more than 44 years of experience helping local homeowners across Mornington and the Peninsula, we know which products continue to look good long after they are installed.
Below is a simple guide to help you choose blinds that not only suit your kitchen but stand up to real life.
Start With Practicality
Before thinking about colours and styles, consider how your blinds will cope with the environment. Kitchens often produce steam, heat and splashes, so your window coverings should be:
- Moisture resistant
- Easy to clean
- UV stable
- Strong enough for regular daily use
Fabrics that absorb odours or stain easily are not ideal unless they have been treated for kitchen conditions.
Blinds That Work Best in Kitchens
PVC Venetians
These are one of the most reliable choices for kitchens. They have the look of timber without the risk of warping or swelling. They are simple to wipe clean and allow great control over light and privacy. They work especially well on windows near sinks or benchtops.
Roller Blinds
Roller blinds suit almost every kitchen style. They come in a wide range of wipeable fabrics and create a clean, uncluttered look. Light filtering fabrics soften daylight, while blockout rollers help reduce glare in afternoon sun. They are a great option for open plan kitchen and dining areas.
Sunscreen Blinds
If your kitchen window receives strong sunlight, sunscreen blinds can make a big difference. They reduce heat and glare, allow you to keep your view and maintain daytime privacy. Many customers pair sunscreens with roller blinds for complete day and night control.
Vertical Blinds
Verticals are practical for sliding doors and large windows. They are cost effective, easy to operate and simple to clean. They also allow excellent airflow, which is handy in warm kitchen spaces.
Roman Blinds
Roman blinds bring softness and style but are better suited to dry sections of the kitchen. When placed away from heat and moisture and selected in treated fabrics, they can create a warm, elegant look.
Choose a Style That Suits Your Home
Your blinds should work with the rest of your kitchen design, including cabinetry and benchtops. A few popular combinations include:
- Coastal or Hamptons styles with white faux wood Venetians
- Modern kitchens with screen or plain roller blinds
- Textured, welcoming kitchens with soft light filtering rollers
- Large sliding doors fitted with verticals or linked rollers
Our showroom in Mornington has a full display of fabrics and materials, and we also offer in home consultations so you can see how each option looks in your own lighting.
Think About Safety and Convenience
Kitchens are busy spaces for families, so many homeowners now choose motorised blinds for convenience and safety. Motorisation removes cords, is hygienic because nothing needs to be touched, and works well for hard to reach windows. All blinds we install meet Australian child safety standards and are fitted discreetly.
Professional Measuring and Installation Matter
Kitchen windows can be tricky, especially when tiles or splashbacks are involved. Professional measurement ensures a precise fit and avoids damage to the surrounding surfaces.
Choosing the right blinds for your kitchen is really about finding the balance between practicality and style. A well-selected blind should cope with everyday cooking, cleaning and sunlight while also feeling like part of the home you enjoy spending time in. Once you understand how different materials and designs behave in a kitchen environment, it becomes much easier to choose something that will look good, function well and continue to suit your space for years.