A new year calls for new… kitchen curtains. Probably not what you were expecting to hear, right? Kitchen curtains? Yes and here’s why. Over time, your kitchen curtains become the grimiest curtains in your home. They pick up the scents of cooking which can be difficult to get rid of. They can accumulate grease if they are near your cooking surface, not to mention the usual dust. And if you get some nice sun in your windows, you might have to deal with fading colors and patterns. In all, it’s good to just start with a fresh set once in a while. Here are 10 kitchen curtains for a whole new look.

It’s a proven fact that you can’t go wrong with a plain roman shade. Since they roll up and away, they will keep clean for much longer than a normal curtain. And in a neutral shade, you’ll basically never have to replace them.

Toile is a pattern that’s commonly found in kitchens. But don’t think that it only belongs in grandma’s. A two tone toile patterned valance can pair perfect with the rustic touches of a farmhouse kitchen without looking outdated.

Plain neutral isn’t a bad thing when it comes to curtains. You probably have so many other colors going on with all your kitchen gizmos and gadgets that some cream curtains would be a nice change. But a pom pom edge brings just the right spice.

When you have that beautiful morning sun shining into your kitchen, you really don’t want to cover it up. Hang a pair of sheer linen curtains to let the light in but softly. Just the right combination before coffee.

White cabinets, white tile, white trim… why go for white curtains when the rest of the room is white? Give your kitchen the luxury of some serious pattern with a bright floral curtain like these.

You know those moments when you score the perfect decor addition to your home? Hanging these patterned roman shades will be one of those moments. All the good things about curtains rolled into one triumphant piece.

Maybe the rest of your home is known for its bold patterns so now is not the time to deviate. A kitchen valance can display any pattern you want as long as it’s in a neutral color that will blend with the rest of your house.

Macrame is still flitting around the edges of our decorating visions. Using it as a curtain in your kitchen is a very creative way to include the style and bring some boho flair to your space.

Who doesn’t love a good linen curtain? When you’ve chosen all the thrifty options in the rest of your kitchen, splurge on a good set of linen drapes for the windows. They will bring everything together and make it feel like you spent a million dollars on your decor.

There isn’t a heart here that doesn’t beat a little faster at the sight of plaid. While you’re decorating your home to be fun and kid friendly, go for a pair of plaid curtains in your kitchen for an easy way to bring that quirky style to a gathering place.