How to choose curtains for the kitchen and not regret it? - we understand all the nuances

Selection Tips

When buying, it is recommended to take into account the size of the room, its illumination, as well as the style of the interior:

• IN small kitchen laconic curtains without multi-layered draperies and decorations are most appropriate.
• In typical apartments, the kitchen has only one window, so you should not choose too thick curtains that interfere with natural light.
• What looks good in a store doesn't always suit a kitchen setting. Curtains should be selected taking into account the style and color scheme of the interior.
• If there is a dining group near the window, long curtains will get in the way and quickly get dirty.
• The kitchen is prone to frequent contamination, and is also a source of odors and high humidity, so the functionality of the curtains in such a room becomes a priority.

What material is better to choose?

Because of the purpose of the kitchen, especially if there is a lot of cooking in it, furniture and decoration should be practical, easy to clean and not absorb odors. The same applies to textiles: if these are curtains made of fabric, you should choose an unpretentious material for washing and resistant to dirt.

Natural fabrics are more environmentally friendly than synthetic ones, but they have their drawbacks.

• Cotton holds its shape well and retains color after washing, but quickly fade in the sun and hardly protects from light.
• Linen durable and noble, but has a high cost, fades in the sun and wrinkles easily.
• Products from silksand woolcontraindicated in the kitchen, as they quickly absorb dirt and grease, and you need to wash them with extreme caution.

The picture shows the kitchen and dining room, the windows of which are decorated with curtains made of blue cotton.

The most practical are mixed types of fabrics, when natural fibers are added to synthetics. 

• Satin, jacquard and velvet more suitable for bedrooms and living rooms, as they have a high density and are used for multi-level drapery. In the kitchen, light translucent fabrics are appropriate. 
• Thin chiffon ideal for French and Austrian curtains, organza more versatile and transmits light well, and mesh or patterned tulle looks great in a duet with dense curtains.

How to choose a mount?

The type of attachment depends on how often the curtains are opened and closed, as well as the style of the kitchen. The most practical option for the kitchen iscurtains on eyelets (rings sewn into the fabric)... Fits perfectly into both modern and classic stylecreating even waves.

The most popular solution in most apartments is ring curtains, which are attached to a round cornice. They are durable, easily assembled into picturesque folds and do not require dismantling the entire structure during washing.

For kitchen curtains, the most functional fixing method is hinges or hidden tape. With this fastening, the curtains can be easily removed.Rope or bow fasteners look good in a nautical style, and provence and country. 

If the curtains often remain stationary, then mounts that do not require a cornice are suitable. Installation is carried out to the ceiling or wall on brackets or special Velcro. Some types of blinds are attached directly to the frame.

What length will be more convenient for the kitchen?

Long curtains look great in spacious kitchens with large window openings. In luxurious classic interiors, floor-length curtains are used, which lie on it in beautiful folds. But in most homes, long curtains are appropriate only when they do not touch the kitchen set, dining furniture and are far from the gas stove.

The photo shows a design technique in which the oblique corners of the kitchen are visually softened by long curtains.

Short curtains are the best option for small spaces: they save space and give a cozy dining area. Looks good in rustic styles such as country and provence.

In the photo there is a kitchen with short curtains, the color of which echoes the red elements of the furniture.

What type of curtains to choose?

The more styles there are on the market, the more difficult it can be to find the right model. Let's try to figure out which types of curtains are best suited for the kitchen, and which products are more prudent to leave for living rooms.

Curtains

A heavy, chic canvas made of dense fabric is not the most practical choice for a room where food is cooked and eaten. If the whole apartment is designed in baroque, art deco or classic style, it is more appropriate to use french curtains, not massive canvases. Curtains are difficult to care for, and fabric folds actively collect dust.

Tulle or curtains

The most common solution for making the dining area cozy and comfortable. Tulle perfectly hides the kitchen from prying eyes and does not interfere with the penetration of natural light, and well-chosen curtains favorably emphasize the interior design.

Roman curtains

Picturesque pieces suitable for both laconic and sophisticated environments. They have uniform folds, are attached to the window opening, closing its upper part and leaving the window sill free. To wash the fabric, it must be removed from the lifting mechanism.

See examples kitchen window decoration.

Jalousie

They consist of many narrow or several wide slats that change their position with one turn. When closed, they are well protected from the sun. Made of non-absorbent plastic or fabric, easy to clean.

How best to decorate a window with blinds, we wrote in separate article.

The photo shows practical horizontal blinds that fit perfectly into the modern style.

Roller blinds

Mobile, functional kitchen curtains that blend in perfectly with a minimalist style and can be easily adjusted. When twisted, they form a roll of fabric that does not take up much space. They can be mounted over a window opening or on a sash.

For more information about rolls, see here.

Filament curtains

They perform a decorative function, as they do not protect from the sun. Air curtains look exclusive, decorate the kitchen and give room for imagination, but some models can visually overload the room. The undoubted plus of such unusual products is that the threads optically lengthen the room, as if raising the ceiling.

How to choose curtains by color?

One of the main rules for creating a stylish interior is a harmonious combination of shades in relation to each other. Designers recommend using ready-made schemes to simplify your task and understand the principles of choosing the color of curtains.

When monochromatic the combination uses shades of the same color, but different saturation. Pastel colors can serve as a backdrop for a kitchen, while curtains with brighter colors can be an accent.

When complimentary approach combines opposite colors, making up a contrasting duet.

When similar the combination uses shades located in the color wheel next to it. The multi-colored interior looks advantageous, since the tones smoothly transition from one to the other.

Consider the most popular color selections of curtains for kitchen interiors.

Today, the most popular color for modern kitchens is precisely white, as it is a universal background for any color accents. For a white kitchen, both warm and cold tones are appropriate - the main thing is that the color of the curtains echoes with other elements of the decor. Colored curtains are especially relevant in a room located on the north, shady side.

In the photo there is a transparent tulle that makes a bright kitchen with panoramic windows more comfortable.

A dark interior does not provide many options for decor. When decorating a window in brown kitchen the main goal is to facilitate the impression of a dark headset. We recommend hanging light translucent fabrics in beige, white and blue colors.

In the photo there is a kitchen with curtains decorated with lace, in country style.

When decorating a window opening in an elegant and discreet beige interior it is necessary to decide: are we creating a gentle, enveloping environment or want to revive the kitchen with curtains in bright colors. In the first case, cream, milk and coffee tones are suitable, and in the second, blue, orange and yellow.

When choosing textiles for the kitchen with an abundance of woody textures, it is recommended to use plain curtains without patterns. Wooden furniture is eye-catching, so curtains should set off or accentuate the natural texture with color. Green textiles will support the theme of nature, beige and white will soften the influence of dark shades.

Grey colour Is another universal color that most shades are suitable for. But the darker the walls, the lighter the textiles should be, and vice versa. White and sand tones are ideal for creating a calm atmosphere, and reds, yellows and blue are ideal for a more intense interior.

In the photo, panoramic kitchen windows are decorated with dense white curtains with large ornaments.

Orange color it is a decoration in itself, attracting attention and giving the room a touch of color. If part of the kitchen set is made in orange tones, it is logical to additionally support this color with textiles in brown, cream and white.

Features for various kitchen windows

Kitchen curtains with balcony door it is recommended to be made in two parts to provide easy access to the balcony. It can be tulle, interframe blinds or roman shades. If home owners prefer the more traditional version with curtains, then it is recommended to choose models with sturdy eyelets, which will not be affected by frequent opening and closing of the doors.

For the design of a wide window in the kitchen, it is better to choose curtains on the hooks or combined models of tulle or roller blinds. If the window is narrow, then for visual expansion it is better to choose curtains with vertical patterns and laconic styles, for example, Roman, roller and French curtains will be the ideal solution.

How do they look in different interior styles?

The design of curtains for the kitchen depends on the chosen style. In a classic kitchen, open windows without decoration are inappropriate, but Roman blinds with small folds that cover half of the window are suitable. In a spacious kitchen, you can use curtains with hooks and French curtains, reminiscent of theatrical backstage.

It is important that the fabric looks expensive, as complex compositions made of transparent organza with lambrequins, multi-layered folds and additional details look cheap and do not create an impression of luxury.

The modern style is not so picky about the types of curtains for the kitchen: the main thing is that the canvases are functional and do not get out of the general color scheme. With enough space, you can hang curtains made of thick fabric: this is especially true if the kitchen is combined with the living room or is used as an office.Opaque fabric will create additional comfort and protect you from prying eyes from the street.

In a small kitchen, the window should be decorated with laconic curtains: for a monochrome Scandinavian style, roll products and long Japanese curtains are ideal. In a brutal loft-style kitchen, both dense curtains and thin flowing fabrics are appropriate, which add lightness and lightness to a rough atmosphere.

For lovers of rustic styles, canvases with small floral patterns, as well as cropped curtains made of cotton or linen, are perfect. In country and Provence, checkered or striped ornaments are especially appreciated. And for the interior in the style of shabby chic, the best solution would be lace curtains to match the tablecloth.

Eco-style is characterized by the use of natural motives, which means that textiles should consist of natural materials. In the kitchen, curtains in green, yellow or beige tones, as well as bamboo blinds, will look great.

In the photo there is a window opening, in the design of which three types of products are successfully combined.

Design ideas in 2020

Next, we will consider new items, as well as familiar options for interior decoration that do not lose their relevance. To maximize the kitchen space and fill it with air, designers use an interesting technique, decorating a small window with long curtains on the floor. This makes the ceiling appear higher and the window larger. In this case, it is important that the color of the walls matches the color of the frames.

If the setting lacks elegance, you can use tacks: they help to drape fabric with beautiful oblique folds and turn curtains into original interior decoration. What is important, translucent curtains are used without heavy curtains. Natural fabrics are at the peak of popularity.

Pictured is a white kitchen with curtains hanging on ceiling cornice.

In 2020, curtains for the kitchen with an ombre effect are still in demand - this is a transition color from a brightly saturated to slightly perceptible to the eye from the original color.

Geometric ornament is still popular, but the drawings on the curtains in the kitchen interior look fashionable only if the decoration and furniture are kept in a laconic manner.

The usual plain curtains made of cotton in natural shades: olive, deep blue and green are still relevant. Graphite and black tones are in fashion. The dullness of the fabric is a priority.

If the room is spacious, you can combine several types of products:

• curtains plus blinds;
• fabric curtains of the same density;
• Japanese curtains in various shades.

For the popular style of minimalism, laconic roller blinds are ideal: they help to increase the amount of light. Light colors and airy spaces are always in trend: this can be achieved without overloading the window and using white fabrics.

You can find other ideas for designing curtains for a modern or classic kitchen by looking at the photos in our gallery.