I'd cleaned it off, plus had removed all my art objects out of the window sill, so that the installer would have a clear field to work in!

I don't like clutter so I make an effort.

I bet they'll make huge difference in the Summer

I'm counting on them doing just that! The sun is ferocious when it hits those windows.

I love them. Many of mine were the ones that open from either/or the top and bottom. I suspect you may not be as likely to fry food as I do, and my stove is in front of the window, but, I didn't put them in my kitchen bc I was afraid of the grease mixed with dust and an occasional dog hair. 😳 But they are just perfect and so easy to replace if they break.

We have them elsewhere too. I love the soft, diffuse light. And the privacy!

My cooktop is on an inside wall, nowhere near that window, as you can see. I do have these blinds at the other end of the kitchen for privacy and sun control. They are very good for those purposes.

I love the look of it

They really are all that! Plus they match the coverings in the rest of the kitchen.

I used to have a west facing window over my kitchen sink and I know how brutal (and hot) it can be working there in the late afternoon. These look perfect!

I think they will help a lot, esp. with the sun. I used to hate being in that space when the sun was setting. I kept having to duck and keep away from the glare!

I must admit that I agree completely!