Cafe Curtains for Home: Styles, Measurements, and Hardware Guide

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Lamp and More Sources

Today I want to answer a frequently asked question.

Where did you get your cafe curtains and cafe curtain hardware?

I have several cafe curtains in the house and plan to add more. They’re an easy, affordable way to introduce texture, pattern, color, and personality to a room.

In the kitchen we have:

Gold rod for the kitchen window

Gold curtain rings

Gingham cafe curtains

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On our island, there’s a small niche where we hang a curtain to soften the look and add pattern. I enjoy swapping that curtain seasonally—winter to summer—and experimenting with different fabrics and prints for variety.

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Yellow cafe curtains // faux tulips for decoration
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Blue and white toile cafe curtain used in another window of the kitchen creates a classic, cozy look.

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Stool source shown with curtain detail
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Kitchen details and tour
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This lightweight curtain is what we put up for summer. It’s airy and fresh, but would work well year-round if you prefer a lighter look.

Striped cafe curtain used in another spot adds a casual, coastal feel; I’ve shared more about it in a kitchen post.

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Window candle details in this scene

A quick curtain solution was added in our Snug before guests arrived. We’ve since updated it, but the linen cafe curtains we used are a great neutral option that blends with many styles.

Linen cafe curtains for a simple, neutral look.

White tension rod option that works well in smaller windows or snug spaces.

White cafe curtain rings for a clean, seamless hang.

Below are some other curtains I own or like — images show details and styles to consider.

Tour our Coastal Cottage Kitchen for more inspiration and to see these curtains in context.