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What are the most popular kitchen cabinet paint colors?

This is a question I see quite often. It’s no surprise though, kitchen cabinets are a major part of a kitchen and you of course want them to look the best they can. I get it! I’ve been there.

Painting your outdated kitchen cabinets is a fantastic way to give them a new life. If they are in good shape, why not? Painting your cabinets is the best way to update your kitchen without taking on a full renovation.

So you know you want to paint your kitchen cabinets, but what paint color should you choose?

Who better to ask about the most popular kitchen cabinet paint colors than non-other than the cabinet painting experts? At WOW 1 Day Painting, we do paint our fair share of cabinets and I am going to share the most popular paint colors customers go for. However, I wanted to talk with someone who exclusively paints kitchen cabinets, a true expert in the matter.

I decided to reach out to the very talented, expert cabinet painter, Bethany from My Reclaimed Cottage to find out what paint colors are most popular among her clients.

As expected, white paint colors topped the list, however, there were a handful of non-white paint colors that also made it. It’s a true mixed bag of paint colors.

Before I dive into the actual paint colors there are a few tips to remember when you are choosing a kitchen cabinet paint color.

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HOW TO CHOOSE THE BEST KITCHEN CABINET PAINT COLOR

So when you start thinking about a paint color make sure you take into account your walls, counters, backsplash, floor, and appliances. You want everything to be in balance and play nicely with one another.

Consider the following:

Do your paint color research.

All that being said it’s a good idea to do some research before diving right in with a paint color for your kitchen cabinets. You want to make sure it’s the best choice and you’ll enjoy it for years to come.

Here are some helpful tips:

I have a ton of in-depth posts about all different paint colors. For example, a few of my most recent paint color posts were the ever so popular Sherwin Williams Agreeable Gray, Benjamin Moore Edgecomb Gray, BM Caldwell Green, and Benjamin Moore Balboa Mist.

I am browsing and posting on Pinterest all the time. Check out my Pinterest page for some inspiration.

This is something I do all the time for clients. A lot of the time people know what they want but they just need a little help making the final decision.

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Sure, painting your cabinets is much cheaper than replacing them but, if you choose the wrong color you’ll end up repainting them. Not only is this more time but, it’s also more money.

13 MOST POPULAR KITCHEN CABINET PAINT COLORS

Choosing a paint color for interior walls is undoubtedly difficult, we know it’s no easy task. And choosing a paint color for kitchen cabinets is no different. No one wants to deal with the frustration and headache that can come from picking the wrong paint color.

Some of the most popular kitchen cabinet paint colors are whites and grays. But as of lately some cabinet colors that have been trending are darker colors and blues.

So, today I’m sharing with you the 13 best and most popular kitchen cabinet paint colors.

PURE WHITE SW 7005 SHERWIN WILLIAMS

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LRV 84

Sherwin Williams Pure White is such an all-around beautiful white paint color. What makes this particular white such a popular color for kitchen cabinets? It’s because Pure White has, in my opinion, the absolute perfect balance of undertones. Some whites can have a loud blue or yellow undertone that pushes them to the warmer or cooler side. Whereas Pure White is right smack in the middle not leaning one way or the other. It’s an amazing white kitchen cabinet color for sure.

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ALABASTER SW 7008 SHERWIN WILLIAMS

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LRV 82

It’s no surprise that Sherwin Williams Alabaster made it to the popular kitchen cabinet paint colors list. It’s a fantastic off-white paint color. It’s a great option for kitchen finishes that have some warm tones in them. Being that Alabaster isn’t a stark white, rather it’s more on the creamy side, it just works well.

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REPOSE GRAY SW 7015 SHERWIN WILLIAMS

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LRV 58

Surprise, surprise, Sherwin Williams Repose Gray made it to the popular list. Actually, no surprise at all! Repose Gray is my favorite gray paint color. I think it’s the best Sherwin Williams gray paint color for kitchen cabinets. It works well on cabinets because it has some depth to it. Repose is not too light of a gray, it’s just dark enough.

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ALPACA SW 7022 SHERWIN WILLIAMS

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LRV 57

This one I was surprised about. Sherwin Williams Alpaca is a warm, greige/taupe paint color. It’s warmer than Repose Gray. I think Alpaca is a popular kitchen cabinet paint color for the fact that it is a warmer taupe-ish color. Taupe paint colors work well with fixed elements like tile, with pink undertones. So the slight taupish feel of Alpaca makes it an extremely useful color for kitchen cabinets.

IRON ORE SW 7069 SHERWIN WILLIAMS

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LRV 6

Dark kitchen cabinets are making a comeback. I’m seeing them everywhere. Need proof? Iron Ore from Sherwin Williams made the popular list. Iron Ore is such a requested cabinet color because it’s dark and moody, yet it’s not quite a black color like SW Tricorn Black.

PEPPERCORN SW 7674 SHERWIN WILLIAMS

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LRV 10

Sherwin Williams Peppercorn is a fantastic dark gray paint color. Just like Iron Ore, Peppercorn is a dark bold gray however it’s a bit lighter and grayer. Peppercorn is a great option for kitchen cabinets.

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CHANTILLY LACE OC-65 BENJAMIN MOORE

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LRV 92.2

Chantilly Lace is the best Benjamin Moore white paint color for kitchen cabinets when you want a true white. There are no surprises with this gorgeous Benjamin Moore white. Chantilly Lace is a crisp and clean white. It’s a favorite among designers and homeowners alike. It’s no wonder it’s one of the most popular cabinet colors.

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WATER’S EDGE 1635 BENJAMIN MOORE

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LRV 30.42. Also known as James River Gray AC-23

I am genuinely so happy to see Benjamin Moore Water’s Edge make it to the popular list. Why do you ask? Because blue kitchen cabinets are so beautiful! They make a bold statement without being too bold. Water’s Edge is the perfect blue-gray kitchen cabinet color. Blue-gray paint colors tend to be a bit more neutral than straight-up blues which makes them easier to use.

BLUE NOTE 2129-30 BENJAMIN MOORE

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LRV 7.14

Blue Note by Benjamin Moore is another fantastic kitchen cabinet paint color. Not only is it a darker color, but it’s also another blue on the popular list. This is a bold color that will make a statement in your kitchen. Whether you use Blue Note on all your cabinets or as an accent on your island, this color will truly shine. Try pairing it with brass cabinet pulls to complete the kitchen’s look.

WHITE DOVE OC-17 BENJAMIN MOORE

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LRV 85.38

Yet another beautiful off-white paint color to add to the popular list. Benjamin Moore White Dove is truly one of the best white paint colors for kitchen cabinets. Like SW Alabaster, it’s not a bright, stark white. There is a tiny bit of warmth to it that makes it easy to use with the fixed element in your kitchen.

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DORIAN GRAY SW 7017 SHERWIN WILLIAMS

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LRV 39

Are you still wondering if gray is a popular kitchen cabinet paint color? Wonder no more, it still is. Dorian Gray by Sherwin Williams is a darker, more mid-toned gray paint color. It works well on kitchen cabinets because it has greige undertones. The balance of undertones makes it effortless to pair with the fixed elements of a kitchen.

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NAVAL SW 6244 SHERWIN WILLIAMS

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LRV 4

Not only is Sherwin Willaims Naval an overall fan favorite but it’s also on the popular kitchen cabinet paint color list. Honestly, I knew Naval would make the list. It can be considered a navy blue but with a bit more saturation to it. In my experience, Naval is often used as an accent color, for with a two tones kitchen cabinet look or on an island.

SIMPLY WHITE 2143-70 BENJAMIN MOORE

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LRV 91.7

Guess white, I mean what? We have another popular white kitchen cabinet paint color on the list. You saw it coming, I did say that white paint colors topped the list. So, Benjamin Moore Simply White is a warm white with a touch of yellow in it. It’s a great update option for kitchens that have warmer tones in them.

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POPULAR KITCHEN CABINET PAINT COLORS RECAP

Some of the most popular paint colors on this list are what you would expect. But I do think that people are exploring different options other than white and the proof is on this list. There are dark as well as light gray. Then there are also different shades of blue. It’s a well-rounded mix of colors and I believe they are all amazing paint color options for kitchen cabinets.

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FINAL THOUGHTS – POPULAR KITCHEN CABINET PAINT COLORS

Painting your kitchen cabinets is a great way to update your kitchen. Paint can truly transform the space. Not only is it a more budget-friendly way to renovate your kitchen, but it’s also a project you can DIY.

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When it comes to choosing a kitchen cabinet paint color, don’t forget to take into account things like the lighting or design features in the room. You want to make sure the kitchen is well balanced.

Don’t forget to swatch the paint color you choose. If you read my paint color posts, you’ll see I’m adamant about this.

Be prepared to swatch! Grab yourself some chippy brushes.

Swatching the paint colors will allow you to get a real feel of how they look once they are up on the cabinets. 

Use Samplize Peel & Stick Paint Samples for a mess-free way to test paint colors!

Finally, take your time and go through the appropriate steps when choosing the perfect cabinet color.  Using this advice will save you time, money, and aggravation in the long run.

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Considering the options for kitchen cabinet colors? Whether you’re remodelling your room or refreshing it, colored cabinets are a fabulous choice, with the potential to create both a look you love plus give your room a durable and easy-care finish.

Naturally, you’ll want to select kitchen cabinet paint colors that you’ll be happy to live with for a while to come. But you might also want to consider the decorative power of each hue. Different kitchen cabinet colors have particular benefits you may wish to exploit in your room design. Some can brighten and visually enlarge the room, while others make cleaning a less frequent necessity, for example.

And when it comes to the style of your cabinets, you might want to think about which colors complement their look best and fit in with the rest of your kitchen ideas.

Ideas for kitchen cabinet colors

We've selected the most stylish kitchen cabinet ideas and color palettes, so that you can find out the advantages of all the possible kitchen cabinet colors with advice from the experts. 

1. Choose white for kitchen cabinets

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White painted kitchen cabinets can complement a whole range of kitchen styles. ‘Fresh and crisp, white is the perfect color to brighten up a traditional scheme, for example a Shaker kitchen,’ says Melissa Klink, creative director at Harvey Jones .  

‘Timeless yet modern, it will give classic cabinetry an uplifting look that will work as the perfect base for neutral and colorful accessories and furnishings alike. Equally, white works well in modern settings, as long as it’s balanced by colorful or natural-looking features adding character and warmth. 

‘If you think white will look too stark in your contemporary kitchen, try pairing it with a softer shade of beige or a more colorful green. This will create a more impactful look whilst still maintaining a neutral and fresh base.’

Pay attention to the room’s orientation if you’re considering using white when remodelling a kitchen. ‘Think about how the light enters the room: is it a cold northern light, and can it be warmed by the color of the cabinets or the flooring?’ says Tom Howley. If white is still what you prefer, look for one with undertones of yellow or pink to avoid a cool feel.

White painted cabinets also show dirt more readily than other colors, so they might not be the best choice for homes with young kids and pets, unless the extra maintenance involved is a price you’re willing to pay for the undoubted upsides of a white kitchen.

2. Go for gorgeous gray kitchen cabinet colors

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Leaning towards gray as your favorite among kitchen cabinet colors? There are a whole host of different takes on gray that are possible, from gray-whites through to dark grays that approach the drama of black painted cabinets (see below).

‘Gray is certainly one of the most popular colors we have seen in recent years,’ says Melissa Klink. ‘It works with virtually any style of kitchen, from country-style to ultra-contemporary. 

'However, you need to be able to balance it with the right accessories and finishing touches. Gray kitchens can sometimes look a little dull, so choosing contrasting colors for the bar stools, accessories and even some cabinets can really brighten and balance the whole scheme. 

‘For both modern and traditional styles, recent trends seem to be moving away from cool grays and leaning towards warmer and earthier shades of greige,’ she adds. And that’s certainly a strategy you might want to adopt if your kitchen receives northern light, which brings out cool tones.

The light reflectivity of paler tones of gray makes them a boon when it comes to small kitchens. ‘We have some beautiful light gray colors which are very timeless and will keep a small space fresh and feeling spacious,’ recommends Tom Howley.

As a neutral, gray is easy to team with other colors you might want to use for your kitchen wall decor and design features such as kitchen backsplash ideas, making it easy to put together a successful color scheme for the room.

Gray can be more forgiving than white when it comes to hiding the grime that comes about with everyday kitchen use, although the paler the version of gray you pick, the more cleaning will likely be involved.

3. Fall for beautiful blue cabinets

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Blue kitchen cabinet colors are an established trend, and one that seems set to continue. However, while deep rich navy blues may come to mind first, other shades of blue are growing in popularity. 

You might want to consider fashion-forward powder blue, a take that’s fresh and clean but also relaxing to live with, or slightly gray-toned ocean blue, which is eye-catching without being overpowering. 

‘Ocean-inspired blues work particularly well with timeless and traditional kitchen styles, such as Shaker-style cabinetry,’ says Melissa Klink. ‘Bold enough to liven up the scheme and introduce personality, yet easy to live with, blue cabinetry looks brilliant paired with quartz worktops and wooden features bringing light and warmth to the scheme.’

Blues at the paler end of the spectrum can help make a kitchen feel larger, so consider them if you're looking for small kitchen ideas and white is too clinical for your taste. They’re also a wonderful choice for south-facing rooms that have the benefit of warm light throughout the day where they’ll optimize the experience of light and space. Dark blues will advance visually, so are generally best reserved for larger rooms.

Another possible issue with blue is that certain takes on the color can feel cool, so get a tester to ensure your preferred shade isn’t going to make your room feel chilly. In general, blues that tend a little towards green are the ones to select for a warmer atmosphere.

A big advantage of blue kitchen cabinets – especially the darker versions? They won’t show the dirt easily delivering a low maintenance finish. 

4. Embrace nature with green kitchen cabinet colors

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Green kitchen cabinet colors can range from the freshness of mint, through the earthiness of sage, to deep foliage green. Connecting us to nature, green can be a soothing shade, whichever version you choose, and make kitchen cabinets a fabulous feature of the scheme, rather than a subtle backdrop to colorful backsplashes or kitchen flooring. 

They’re practical, too. Green painted cabinets can be forgiving of marks and grime to reduce cleaning time.

‘Green kitchens have overtaken blue schemes in popularity over the last year,’ says Melissa Klink. ‘Green is a versatile colour that looks at home in a sleek setting just as much as a farmhouse kitchen.’

A small kitchen can feel larger if you go for a lighter take on green. Dark greens, meanwhile, can make larger kitchens look super sophisticated. They needn’t be out of the question for smaller rooms, however. 

Deep tones can make the space cocooning, and as green is positioned where the cool and warm colors meet on the color wheel, it will help create a cozy kitchen color scheme. Bear in mind that the freshest of greens can feel cool, so avoid them in north-facing rooms. 

5. Make it moody with black

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Another of the kitchen cabinet colors that’s become a huge trend is black. It makes for an atmospheric room scheme, but one that’s easy to live with. Black cabinets won’t show grime, so they’re champions in the practicality as well as the style stakes.

Black looks both dramatic and sophisticated, but given that it will absorb rather than reflect light, is it only an option for larger rooms?  ‘If you have your heart set on this style, make sure the room gets lots of natural daylight and that your kitchen lighting ideas are perfectly planned,’ says Tom Howley. 

‘Add pale natural flooring or white surfaces and mirrors to help bounce light around and open out smaller spaces. Avoid too many pale contrasts though, as the beauty of a dark kitchen lies in creating a sophisticated yet snug ambience.’

When it comes to the orientation of your room, you might think the cool light in a north-facing kitchen rules black out, but rather than fighting it, you could simply welcome the opportunity to make the kitchen feel cozy and cocooning with black cabinets.

Black can be a winning option when considering modern kitchen ideas. ‘Sleek and contemporary cabinetry can often look a little clinical, especially if painted in minimal whites or grays,’ says Melissa Klink. ‘Black is a powerful color that will add so much personality, depth and definition to the scheme. 

'Black handleless cabinetry looks very sophisticated, but if you prefer adding handles, brass or matt black brassware will provide an industrial and luxurious finishing touch.’ 

However, black should definitely be on your list of possible kitchen cabinet paint colors if you prefer other styles. ‘Black is also a great option if you want to bring a little bit of edge into a traditional Shaker or country-style scheme,’ Melissa continues. 

‘Particularly with a more classic design, if you opt for black, make sure the room has enough natural light to take such a bold colour and add lighter touches through the worktop, soft furnishings, dining table and chairs.’

6. Opt for warming yellow or orange

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Bolder, brighter and warmer shades are a growing trend as kitchen cabinet paint colors. These bright shades can be used for the entire room or for sections – such as incorporated into kitchen island ideas and set against a neutral backdrop of white or charcoal. They’re energetic shades that can be the perfect backdrop for a kitchen where family and friends gather.

These colors are best used on simpler cabinet styles such as slab or Shaker rather than more traditional cabinets, to keep the look contemporary. They are options for smaller rooms too, but here paler takes on the colors are preferable rather than the bolder versions that might be too dominant.

As for the time you might spend on cleaning, they’re somewhere in between the two poles – easier to keep clean than white cabinets, but not as grime-concealing as darks. 

Pay attention to the orientation of your room when choosing one of these warm cabinet colors. They might come to life beautifully as the sun hits them in east or west-facing spaces, but the boldest of these hues has the potential to be overpowering when the sun hits them. Use testers to check before committing.

7. Warm up with red kitchen cabinets

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If you are looking for kitchen color ideas that will never date, here is one to consider. Red kitchen ideas are having something of a moment, and it is easy to see why. A beautiful shade adds instant warmth to this rustic kitchen by Plain English . This muted orange-red is a shade that works so well with the authentic features and bare floorboards. 

Rich, sophisticated and eye-catching, this kitchen cabinet color may just tempt you to ditch conventional colored cabinetry. 

8. Embrace the dark side

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If you’re looking for kitchen ideas that are both dramatic and calm, the undeniable chic of a black kitchen is the perfect fit. 

‘A dark or black kitchen can work very well in monochromatic schemes,’ says Gary Singer, Director of Eggersmann Design. ‘By bringing in dark cabinetry and layering the space with dark textures you can create a feeling of warmth and luxury. ’ 

‘Like the enduring ‘little black dress’, a black kitchen is a classic which will stand the test of time,’ says Richard Atkins, Managing Director at DesignSpace London. 

9. Take a two-tone approach to color

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‘A two-tone scheme allows extra definition and interest without overcomplicating,' says Nicola Harding, director, Nicola Harding & Co. 

'Most paint charts are arranged in families of colours, making it easy to find two shades that work together or contrast. Remember that dark colors take up more space visually. Use the darker shade below eyeline, and a lighter shade that’s closer to the wall color above; it will help break up expanses of cabinetry and feel calmer and less blocky than a high-contrast scheme.'

Try not to be too clever when choosing kitchen paint colors. Instead, take inspiration from decorative items you intend to include, such as art or upholstery, and see the paint as a backdrop, rather than the main event. ’ 

10. Be brave and decorate with a favorite color

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‘Playing it safe with kitchen cabinet color on a long-term investment like a kitchen is entirely understandable. But first, ask yourself: will it ever really make an impact, and will you end up wishing you’d been braver? Committing to a bright color requires time, effort, and a whole lot of tester pots. Bear in mind that you’re looking for a shade that will make your heart sing every time you’re in the kitchen. Once you’ve narrowed it down, put your chosen color on a trial door or very large sample and live with it for a few days to make sure it’s the one.’

Here, a salmon-pink color sets the scene for the rest of the scheme. This controversial hue can actually form a reliable background color that channels anything from a contemporary to a classical country-house spirit, as long as you find the right tone for the kitchens space and the light.

How do I pick the right color for my kitchen cabinets?

The starting point when you’re selecting kitchen cabinet colors is to consider how you want your room to look and feel.

‘Think about how it might relate not just to the living and dining areas, especially if it is part of an open-plan space, but also how it fits with your overall plan for the house,’ says interior designer Tiffany Duggan, founder of Studio Duggan . 

Gather images of kitchens that inspire you and start to hone your ideas, thinking about how they might suit your space, the joinery elsewhere in the house and the period of your property.

Once you've selected your kitchen cabinet colors, our guide to how to paint kitchen cabinets has all the expert advice you will need for the next steps.

What is the most popular color for kitchen cabinets?

White is a popular color for kitchen cabinets. In the Design Trends 2021 study from the NKBA (National Kitchen & Bath Association), whites and off whites were cited as the most popular kitchen color scheme for the near future by 47 per cent of respondents. 

Meanwhile, grays and blues, along with beiges and bones, were mentioned by at least 25 per cent of respondents to the survey.  

Owner of the eponymous kitchen company Tom Howley reports similar trends. ‘Last year we saw a sharp increase in orders of dark kitchens, with searches for gray shades up by 93 per cent in six months,’ he says. ‘Equally popular are dark shades of green, with searches and orders reflecting that the dark kitchen trend is here to stay. 

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‘Dramatic deep shades, such as our color Avocado, luxurious charcoal hues, taupe and sophisticated black designs create cozy and comforting spaces. For a room that simply oozes high-end homeliness, combine dark shades with beautifully grained wood for added texture and warmth.’

Searches echo these observations, with Pinterest reporting a 50 per cent increase in those for the term ‘black kitchen cabinet’. Meanwhile green has taken the ‘kitchen’ hashtag on Instagram by storm; and of the possible shades of blue, it’s powder blue kitchen cabinets that have seen a huge increase in searches.

Sarah is a freelance journalist and editor. Previously executive editor of Ideal Home, she’s specialized in interiors, property and gardens for over 20 years, and covers interior design, house design, gardens, and cleaning and organizing a home for H&G. She’s written for websites, including Houzz, Channel 4’s flagship website, 4Homes, and Future’s T3; national newspapers, including The Guardian; and magazines including Future’s Country Homes & Interiors, Homebuilding & Renovating, Period Living, and Style at Home, as well as House Beautiful, Good Homes, Grand Designs, Homes & Antiques, LandLove and The English Home among others. It’s no big surprise that she likes to put what she writes about into practice, and is a serial house renovator. 

7 ready-made color schemes for your kitchen

The right shade will create a mood, visually enlarge the space, correct the wrong proportions of the room, put a decorative accent, emphasize the style. We bring to your attention 7 original solutions and 7 trendy color schemes for the kitchen space.

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Pastel, bright, monochrome - which is better? There can be no unequivocal answer: when thinking about the design of a future kitchen, one must take into account personal preferences, the initial data of the room, and the necessary functionality.

This is just one example. Suppose the hostess loves to cook, but when planning the kitchen space, the question arises: how to integrate kitchen appliances that are rigid in style into the space, and make it look natural and not “break out” from the overall picture? nine0003

In this and other cases, color schemes will help.

1. Shades of metal, stone, wood


This kitchen is an example of a successful balance between shades of natural materials - wood, natural and artificial stone, metal and antique metal finishes. Most of the shades are warm (this is important, since the apartment is located in the northern capital, and cloudy days are not uncommon there).

The peach-pink hue of the paint perfectly complements the colors of the natural palette and brings a fresh touch. Satin-finished steel fronts of kitchen appliances “dissolve” due to the surroundings - kitchen fronts in aged metal look. Project authors: Irina Grinina, Dmitry Malyshev. nine0003

2. Pink tuff

This interior is located in Yerevan. “I wanted to make something in line with local traditions,” explains Anna Razumeyeva-Smirnova, the author of the project. So the leading themes appeared in the interior - pink tuff and garnet.

Designed by Anna, both traditional neoclassical and national motifs are visible in the kitchen, and the delicate color of the tuff is set off by the pomegranate color, diluted to a very delicate pastel.

3. Pastel with black accents


This kitchen only receives natural light through glass doors, which is why it was designed in a combination of soft turquoise and white - it seems filled with light and air. The handles of kitchen cabinets are black, and in addition, black color is present in the upholstery of chairs and decorative ceramics. In this context, the surfaces of built-in kitchen appliances look like a decorative accent.

4. Gold brass and sea color


restraint, functionality, natural materials,” says the author of the project, Ksenia Ivanova. The strongest side of the kitchen interior is the discreet and at the same time artistically expressive combination of golden brass and complex, muted aquamarine. Such an interior is timeless.

5. Cactus


In this kitchen, the walls are painted in a flashy green shade called Cactus. Its owner, Parisian decorator and blogger Julia Ruzo says that this color was chosen because of its brightness, and also because of its name. That also happens! In any case, the old Parisian apartment is now unrecognizable, and the kitchen simply infects with positive.

Yellow, red, blue - bright open colors are suitable for this shade of green.

6. Black-black

The kitchen, in contrast to the white living room, is graphite black in this interior. Elegant minimalist forms, various textures, like a wooden parallelepiped floating in the air - all this forms a special style, which has already been dubbed decorative minimalism. The author of the project is Andrey Yudin.

7. White as snow

And in this kitchen designed by Olga Chernenko - white kitchen facades without handles, white artificial stone. To prevent such a space from looking sterile, the author of the project added an expressive detail - a copper countertop support, and two graphic chairs and white porcelain finally decided the matter - the kitchen began to look very stylish. nine0003

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Combination of colors in the interior of the kitchen

When planning to renovate the kitchen or when planning to buy new kitchen furniture, everyone faces the problem of decorating the kitchen interior and choosing colors for such an important room in our house. nine0003

Based on the designers' recommendations, we have compiled the basic rules for combining colors in the interior of the kitchen. When deciding on the choice of color for interior design of the kitchen, you should remember two main points Therefore, for a small kitchen, it is desirable to use pastel colors in combination with bright accents. Too spacious kitchen can be made more comfortable if you combine bright colors and low-key dark color in its interior, and make the kitchen set two-tone. nine0003

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Single color (monochrome kitchen)

If you are going to design a kitchen set in a single color, you must not only choose one color for the set itself, but use its shades in interior design.

The basis of a quality kitchen design lies in the maximum harmony of furniture and decor with wall, floor and ceiling finishes. It is very important that the components of the interior fit each other both in terms of stylistic orientation and color scheme. nine0003

Every person associates the kitchen in the house with the comfort and warmth of the hearth. This effect can be achieved only if the right combination of colors in the interior of the kitchen.

Designer's advice on choosing a color palette and its intensity:

* The kitchen can be decorated in several colors. However, you should not use more than three shades, as in this case the main idea of ​​\u200b\u200bthe design of the room will be lost. nine0003

* If the color of the walls and the color of the kitchen set are the same, then the shade of the furniture should be darker, at least one or two positions.

* In most cases, it is not recommended to make the floor and ceiling in the same color and texture. This will lead to an imbalance in the volume of the room.

* The countertop and backsplash (wall panel) should preferably be designed in colors that are opposite to the kitchen set and other furniture. The game of contrasts helps to place the right accents.

* If the furniture in the kitchen is light unsaturated colors, then the walls, curtains, upholstery for chairs or sofas, tablecloths must take the lead in using brighter and more catchy colors. Otherwise, the kitchen will be boring and uninteresting. nine0003

* If the walls are painted in bright, eye-catching colors, then the kitchen set should be made in soothing colors that do not attract the eye. And vice versa. The defiant color of the kitchen set does not allow you to make walls that are active in color.

Color rules:

White - goes with everything, best with blue, red and black

Beige - goes well with blue, brown and white

Gray is a boring color that is nevertheless basic. Pairs well with dark pink, red, purple, hot blue

Pink - goes well with brown, white, olive, grey, turquoise

Red - goes well with yellow, white, green, blue, gray and black

Brown - with bright blue, cream, pink, green, beige

Orange - with blue, blue, purple, violet

Yellow - with blue, purple, light blue, gray, black

Green - goes with golden brown, yellow, black, light beige

Blue - with red, gray, orange, white, yellow

Blue to purple, green, yellow, orange, red

Black is a versatile elegant color. Looks good with all colors. Best combined with orange, pink, green, white, red and yellow. nine0163

At first glance, choosing the perfect color scheme for your kitchen seems like a difficult and impossible task. Indeed, you need to spend a lot of time to achieve the desired result. However, by applying the above rules in practice, you will see that the game was worth the candle.

A popular kitchen color scheme is the combination of the base color and its shades with white.

Basic rules for choosing wall colors for the kitchen
* A large pattern on the walls visually reduces the size of the room.
* A small pattern, on the other hand, makes the room appear larger than it really is.
* Geometric patterns on the walls of the kitchen in the form of intersecting stripes, like the ornament on Scottish kilts, create the illusion of a continuous space.
* Vertical pattern "raises" the ceilings, visually "increasing" the height of the room.
* Horizontal pattern and horizontal stripes on the walls "expand" the kitchen while reducing its height. nine0224
* Diagonal lines on the wallpaper bring dynamism to the kitchen interior, creating the illusion of movement.

Today, designers are actively using an interesting option - the use of silver instead of white. While white is the traditional choice in a monochromatic interior, the use of silver is in line with the latest trends in interior design. Designers love metallic for its neutrality and the ability to combine this color with many others. Gray color is perfect for the kitchen in view of its practicality and non-staining. nine0003

So that a plain kitchen does not turn out boring, designers recommend following certain rules:

* choose at least three additional shades in the interior, one of which must be dominant.

* use different shades of the base color to divide the kitchen into functional areas. This technique, among other things, allows you to correct the shortcomings of the layout. nine0003

* use different textures of materials - one color looks different on materials of different textures. Contrasting accents. Even one item that contrasts with the main color of the kitchen will make a monochromatic interior more “alive”. For this, the already mentioned black color, and any bright shades, are suitable. The main thing is not to oversaturate the interior of the kitchen with separate bright details. nine0003

Another option for using colors is two base colors and complementary shades of transition from one color to another.

Contrasting color combinations in the interior of the kitchen

When using contrasting color combinations in the interior of the kitchen, you must be extremely careful. For in this case, you risk making the kitchen too aggressive or tastelessly decorated. nine0003

The combination of opposite colors in the spectrum, where only one of the selected colors is the main one, looks good in the interior.

Contrasting kitchen looks stylish and trendy.

When designing a contrasting interior, furniture should be the starting point.

Furniture should be darker than the walls and lighter than the floor.

The most popular color combinations for a contrasting kitchen interior: 9*2 red and gray white
* beige and dark brown
* green and black
* lilac and warm green
In addition, a combination of any bright color with white or black is considered a contrast. nine0100

 
 
 
 



 
 



Conclusion
Whatever design option you choose, whatever combination of colors in the interior of the kitchen you choose, follow the basic rules:
* White or black color can be combined without risk with almost any other color.

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