Sleek shutter blinds block out light and offer country charm. Their white finish gives them a more modern feel than their classic wood counterparts. Additionally, a string of garland tops off this farmhouse window treatment. It gives the whole kitchen a punch of contrast and adds a cohesive touch with the Christmas wreaths and mini tree.
35 Farmhouse Window Treatments for Kitchens That Need Extra Oomph
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Published: March 11, 2022
Updated: December 6, 2023
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Farmhouse window treatments for kitchens block out sunlight, reduce glare, and keep your cooking area from getting too toasty. However, it’s their potent style factor that makes them the perfect finishing touch! They offer the warmth and earth-inspired feel that farmhouse décor is renowned for and incorporate an extra dose of color and contrast in your space. Plus, they can toggle natural light to help define the space’s ambiance.
So where do you get started finding the best window treatment for your kitchen? Knowing your options is a must. Blinds, curtains, shades, and shutters are just a few of the main farmhouse window treatments that you can choose from. They range in style from soft semi-transparent curtains that softly filter light to heavy Roman shades that offer complete privacy and classic style. Do you prefer a kitchen window treatment that makes a statement? Options like carved wood valances and striped awnings can spiff up a window in an instant—#10 and #24 on the list are excellent examples.
Just like the right shoes can pull together an outfit, the right window treatment can harmonize your kitchen décor. Dive into this collection of 29 farmhouse window treatments below to figure out what your kitchen needs to be dressed to impress.
05 of Pulling It Together with Pull Down Blinds
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Thanks to an area rug, a dark dining table, and a black cage pendant light, the dining area becomes the focal point in this open-concept kitchen. The pull-down blinds sandwiching a duo of framed prints melt into the background to allow this to happen.
06 of Minimal Farmhouse Window Treatment for Kitchen
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Pull-down blinds are widely available, relatively cheap, and great at blocking out light. This black and white kitchen went with dual shades in a light gray tone that soften the stark contrast between the white cabinets and black appliances.
07 of Awe-Worthy Bakery Awning
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Nothing beats a pop of color and pattern to make a kitchen window stand out! This striped valance was put up for a birthday party, but it can be used to add a dash of fun to a kitchen. The stripes and blue coloring offer an intriguing contrast to the rough wood beams and marble countertop.
10 of Gray and White Roman Shade
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Small touches like patterned curtains and a wall-mounted lamp give this kitchen sink area a youthful energy. The gray and white tones in the Roman shades echo the variegated colors in the countertops.
13 of Same Kitchen, Different Curtains
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How much can curtains impact the look and feel of a kitchen? A lot! Here is the same kitchen featured at #19 on our list, but with bold plaid café curtains instead! Unlike the softer feel of the other curtains, this set has a punchy and vibrant aesthetic that offer just a smidge of drama.
15 of Kitchen Café Curtains
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This family home passed down from generation to generation at one time has their kitchen window size decreased during a remodel. Luckily, recent renovations revealed where the original window once was. It now features a thick white frame accented by white café style curtains. The curtains are the perfect accent since they add a layer of appeal to the design but don’t compete with the bold over-the-sink lighting.
18 of Incorporating Color and Pattern
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These café-style curtains add a fun pop of color and pattern in this bright and airy kitchen! The layered patterns instantly capture the eye. Additionally, since these curtains only cover the bottom of the window, you get the best of both worlds with privacy and ample natural light.
21 of Farmhouse Tie-up Curtains
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The gently swooping curves and bows on tie-up curtains lend a softer feel to a kitchen. Here, these canvas-style tie-up curtains drape over both kitchen windows. Their organic forms offset the hard lines of the shelves, counter, and cabinets while accentuating the curves of the cabinet cup pulls.
23 of Soft & Subtle Window Valance
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A fabric window valance is a great way to boost plain farmhouse window treatments for any kitchen. This semi-transparent valance diffuses the light and softens the overall look of the window. Its subtle presence enhances the kitchen without competing with the wall shelves to the left or the architectural features like the barn wood support beam.
24 of Exposed Wood Window Casing
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Once again, we see wood integrating farmhouse style into a white kitchen. While the stunning ceiling beams are the most notable, the exposed wood window frames are also worth noting. They bridge the wood beams and flooring while giving the windows a rustic edge. This aesthetic is enhanced with canvas-style curtains hung with contrasting black clip hooks.
25 of DIY Farmhouse Valance for Kitchen Window
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If you’re on a budget or itching to get your hands working, a DIY wood valance is a great option. This kitchen tops the window with a board stained in a rich coffee color that contrasts the white surroundings. The darker hue balances the gray tile backsplash. To top it off, a group of hanging pots underneath and on the window sill bring a touch of nature indoors for a fresh and cozy feel.
26 of Custom White Valance
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A custom valance from Rita’s Vintage Market breaths life into this window treatment, breaking up the monotony of the three window treatments and drawing the eye toward the sink area.
28 of Finding Balance with Valances
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Since the stenciled accent wall is the star of this show, it was essential to find a farmhouse window treatment for the kitchen that didn’t overshadow it. This wood valance and white blind combo absolutely nail it! The wood valances draw the eye up while the white blinds soften the natural light coming into the space. The uniqueness of the carved valance is alluring and reiterates the green accents that give this kitchen a serene and earthy feel.
31 of Blue & Bamboo
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This serene country kitchen embraces blue cabinets. It grounds the hue with doses of wood from the countertop, the door peeking out on the left, and the flooring. A trio of windows over the sink are fitted with a thick white frame that gorgeously contrasts the bamboo blinds.
33 of The Power of Natural Materials
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The cool gray cabinets in this kitchen play a big part of making it a contemporary charmer. However, the materials like the jute rug and wood blinds make it feel welcoming and help give it some farmhouse flair. These elements are brimming with warmth, thanks to their honey tone and natural texture.
34 of Adding Visual Warmth with wood Blinds
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These dark wood blinds beautifully offset the black and white color palette. The rich wood stands out against the white subway tile and cupboards surrounding it while mimicking the warm tone of the wood kitchen island, infusing the space with extra visual warmth while maintaining a neutral color palette.
35 of Black and White Farmhouse Kitchen Curtains
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Plaid is a farmhouse classic, so it’s no surprise that it works fabulously in this playful farmhouse kitchen. The black and white curtains layered on top of the white blinds provides an extra layer to block out light while adding a bold pattern into the mix. Since they are hung both wider and higher than the window, they make the window seem more expansive—a classic interior design hack for making spaces appear bigger.
