Kitchen windows need something that wipes clean. Fabric near a hob absorbs cooking smells and grease, which is why aluminium and PVC blinds dominate kitchens while curtains suit the dining end.
Measure after the countertop is in, since the sill height can change. Full sequencing is under Kitchen Renovations Cape Town.
Send the window dimensions and say whether you want blinds, curtains or both.
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| Option | Practical notes |
|---|---|
| Aluminium venetian | The kitchen standard. Wipes clean, handles steam, adjusts for light. |
| Roller blind | Simple and cheap. Choose a wipeable PVC-coated fabric, not plain textile. |
| Faux-wood venetian | Looks like timber without warping in humidity. Real wood does warp here. |
| Curtains | Fine at the dining end, away from the hob. Choose washable fabric. |
Kitchen Blinds and Curtains Prices in Cape Town
| Item | Indicative range | What moves it |
|---|---|---|
| Aluminium venetian blind | R450 – R1,200 per m² | Slat width affects price. |
| Roller blind, blockout | R550 – R1,600 per m² | Fabric grade dependent. |
| Faux-wood venetian | R900 – R2,400 per m² | Will not warp in steam. |
| Vertical blind | R450 – R1,100 per m² | Best on wide windows. |
| Curtain rail, supplied and fitted | R450 – R1,800 | Length and bracket type. |
| Ready-made curtains | R600 – R2,500 per pair | Standard drops only. |
| Custom curtains, made up | R1,200 – R4,500 per m width | Fabric plus make-up. |
| Installation labour | R250 – R750 per window | Where supply is separate. |
These are indicative market ranges, not a quotation. They are compiled from published South African kitchen pricing to give you a starting point for budgeting. They are not the rate card of any company on this platform.
Measure after the countertop and splashback are installed. A blind ordered to the old sill height frequently ends up short or fouling the new tiling, and made-to-measure blinds cannot be returned.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What blinds are best for a kitchen?
Aluminium or faux-wood venetians, or a PVC-coated roller blind. All three wipe clean and cope with steam.
Real timber blinds warp in kitchen humidity and plain fabric absorbs cooking smells.
Can I have curtains in a kitchen?
At the dining end, yes, in a washable fabric. Directly beside a hob they are a fire risk as well as a grease trap.
When should blinds be measured?
After the countertop and splashback are fitted. Sill heights and reveal depths change during a renovation, and made-to-measure blinds cannot be returned.
How much do kitchen blinds cost?
Roughly R450 to R1,600 per square metre depending on type, plus R250 to R750 per window for fitting if supply and installation are quoted separately.
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