Why choose an aluminium venetian blind for a kitchen?
Moisture resistant, with adjustable slats for light and privacy. From R413. In damp or coastal kitchens, choose a plain colour (see below).
Kitchen blinds that handle steam, splashes and sun
- Easy clean
- Moisture
- Light
What are the best blinds for a kitchen?
Custom Blinds Shutters & Awnings recommends venetian blinds for most kitchens. Aluminium and Plaswood venetians resist moisture, and the slats tilt to let light in while blocking views. Plaswood is designed by Hunter Douglas for South African conditions and wipes clean. Away from the sink, a sheer roller softens glare and keeps the view.
Why choose a Plaswood venetian blind for a kitchen?
Looks like wood, handles moisture and heat, and is easy to clean.
Why choose a sheer roller blind for a kitchen?
Keeps the view while cutting glare and UV, with daytime privacy.
Which blind is best above a kitchen sink?
Custom Blinds Shutters & Awnings recommends an aluminium or Plaswood venetian blind above a kitchen sink. Both resist moisture from steam and splashes, and the tilting slats let you control light without lifting the blind. For a recess fit, measure three widths and three drops; give us the smallest width and the longest drop. We deduct 10 mm from the width only (10 mm in total). Do not deduct anything yourself.
Which aluminium colours suit a damp or coastal kitchen?
Custom Blinds Shutters & Awnings advises plain aluminium colours for damp or coastal kitchens. Our supplier does not recommend metallic, perforated or pure aluminium slats near the coast or in damp rooms, and does not replace them there. Plain colours, or Plaswood, are the safer choice.
Which kitchen blind lets light in but keeps privacy?
A Custom Blinds Shutters & Awnings venetian blind does both: tilt the slats up to block the view from outside while daylight comes in. A sheer roller is the other option. It keeps the view and gives daytime privacy, but at night, with lights on, people outside can see in.
How do I measure a kitchen window for blinds?
Custom Blinds Shutters & Awnings asks for measurements in millimetres. For a recess fit, measure three widths and three drops; give us the smallest width and the longest drop. We deduct 10 mm from the width only (10 mm in total). Do not deduct anything yourself. For a face fix, add 100 mm on each side and 100 mm above and below. No deduction applies. Check for taps and handles that could block the blind.
What if my kitchen blind does not fit?
Every Custom Blinds Shutters & Awnings online order carries our Custom Fit Guarantee. Too big because of incorrect measurements: we cut it down free and send it back. Too small: we remake it at a reduced price. Production is 5 to 7 working days, then free courier delivery nationwide.
Which kitchen blind questions do customers ask most?
Customers ask Custom Blinds Shutters & Awnings three things about kitchen blinds: what to put above the sink, what suits a sliding door, and what lasts in a coastal home. Here are the short answers, based on the venetian, vertical and sheer roller blinds we make to measure.
What is the best kitchen blind for a window above the sink?
An aluminium or Plaswood venetian. Both resist moisture.
What is the best kitchen blind for a sliding door?
A vertical blockout blind for wide coverage, or a sheer roller to keep the view.
What is the best kitchen blind for a coastal home?
Plaswood, or aluminium in a plain colour. Avoid metallic and perforated slats near the sea.
