Each hostess will be happy to hide her kitchen from unwanted views. Blinds in the kitchen will perfectly cope with this task. Yes, and there is always the opportunity to light up the room as much as you think fit. However, it is important to know some of the nuances in choosing blinds in the kitchen to get a beautiful and practical option on the way out.

Which blinds to choose: vertical or horizontal

Horizontal blinds are curtains with special slats arranged horizontally. Thus it is possible not only to open and close such a blind, but also to lift it up if necessary. There is a lot of space for choosing materials: from the most inexpensive (plastic) and ending with reliable models of wood. The shortcomings of horizontal blinds can be attributed to their low practicality, because they often cracked and make noise when the wind blows.

Vertical blinds are curtains with curtains that hang down from top to bottom. They are made only of fiberglass or fabric. They open like ordinary curtains (one, the other or both sides). The advantages of this type of blinds include their presentable appearance. In addition, they are of good quality and durability. Vertical blinds in the kitchen you can see below in the following photos.

Window blinds in the kitchen: photo and material selection

The most common and economical option are plastic blinds. They are easy to take care of and, importantly, they are quite light, but such blinds break faster than other types of curtains. Often such curtains last only one season.

Aluminum blinds - the most justified material, because the curtains of it are particularly durable and durable. So, they do not burn out in the sun and do not require special care.

Blinds made of wood are the most luxurious and most expensive variant of such curtains. This material is environmentally friendly and durable, however, it's a little more difficult to take care of it.

Glass fiber blinds are also a good option. This material is fireproof, it does not burn, it is baked in fire. However, one should know that cleaning of such material is allowed only by a dry method.

Cloth blinds - a great option for the kitchen, because they are not only practical, but also have a presentable appearance. Such curtains are treated with a special substance that prevents the appearance of dust on the blinds, which is very convenient. In terms of the design of such curtains there are no restrictions, because you can make any pattern or pattern on the fabric.

Choice of colors and design of blinds in the kitchen

Modern blinds in the kitchen in 2017 are curtains of the most different and unexpected colors (this can be seen in the following photos). However, all the same before deciding to choose a particular color, you need to imagine whether it suits your interior.

You can choose a bright color blind, because they will play the role of an accent in the kitchen. Here it is necessary to show imagination: maybe it will be contrasting curtains or blinds with photo printing. However, to make such an accent is acceptable, if in general your kitchen is rather restrained in the color scheme.

You can choose a color that merges with the walls and other objects of the interior. So, for example, white blinds will be a wonderful balancing element for your kitchen.

If there is a desire, you can combine the blinds with the usual curtains: so the room will look lively and interesting.

Horizontal blinds in the kitchen will fit well if you chose a classic style for the room (as in the next photo).

A good idea is to choose the coloring of the blinds to the color of the rest of the kitchen decor, dishes, tablecloths etc. Thus, all the items in your kitchen will harmonize with each other and create a single whole.

Also you can make blinds for the kitchen with your own hands. Read more about this in our article.