If you have a window in your laundry room or mud room–lucky you! But that also means special consideration when selecting a window covering for a laundry room window. While these rooms are meant for utility, that doesn’t mean you should feel resigned to install boring window coverings. In this article, we take a look at the best window coverings for laundry rooms that add style and functionality.
Special Considerations for Laundry Room Window Treatments
Laundry rooms and mud rooms see a lot of dirt, moisture, and laundry! The best laundry room window coverings balance moisture resistance, easy maintenance, privacy and light control.
Moisture Resistance: Select materials that can handle humidity and potential water splashes, such as moisture resistant fabrics and faux wood/composite treatments.
Cleaning and Maintenance:
Mud rooms can get messy, so you’ll want a window covering that is easy to wipe down or is made with washable fabric.
Light Control and Privacy: Depending on how sunny your window is or where it looks out, you might want to consider control over light filtering, privacy, and linings for fabric shades that provide privacy or room darkening properties. We also recommend opting for cordless to keep things safe and clutter free.
The Best Window Coverings for Laundry Rooms and Mud Rooms
These window treatments stand up to the dirt and humidity that laundry rooms and mud rooms are known for.
1 | Faux Wood Blinds
Faux wood (composite) is ideal for high-humidity areas. Real wood can warp and fade in high humidity, but faux wood offers durability while still looking and feeling like real wood! Faux wood blinds come in a variety of options, including slat width and color, offering something for every home style. Plus, you get full light filtering and privacy control.
2 | Faux Wood Shutters
If you like faux wood blinds, you’ll love faux wood interior shutters! These are an elegant step up from blinds, but they have some additional benefits. Because they are mounted directly to your window casing, they are space saving while also minimizing gaps that hot and cold air can seep through. This means you get more insulation with better energy saving window coverings. Also, they are the only window treatment that adds value to your home! Shutters are an investment, but they pay off because home buyers are willing to pay more for a home that has them.
3 | Roller and Solar Shades
Roller shades are sleek and minimalist. They are also easy to clean! Roller shades come in a variety of materials, textures, and colors that meet any style. Solar roller shades are especially good for reducing glare and heat while maintaining your view. Just be aware that solar shades do not provide privacy at night.
4 | Cellular Shades
Cellular shades are the most energy efficient window treatment out there. So if your laundry or mud room window gets a lot of south or west facing light, this is the window treatment for you. But don’t worry, this fabric shade has been modernized for chic style and comes in a variety of options to meet your personal style. Don’t forget to select a washable fabric!
Elevate Your Laundry Room!
Your laundry and mud room sees a lot of action. But just because this room is a utility room, that doesn’t mean you are resigned to lifeless and boring window treatments! Elevate your laundry room today with custom window coverings that stand up to dirt and humidity. Elevated Views has been helping homeowners along the Front Range find the perfect window treatment for their needs and budget–all with excellent and knowledgeable service.
Request a consultation today and we’ll bring the showroom to you!
