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• Advantages and disadvantages of
• Layout
• Materials
• Styles

Gray color combines the rigor of appearance with the practicality of use. A kitchen in gray tones is one of the neutral options that will appeal to even a large family with different preferences. Gray becomes a great addition to other colors: white, black, green, red, brown. In addition, smoky shades are combined with furniture in any style, from neoclassical to minimalist. The variety of sets in gray gives you plenty of choice and makes these kitchens a great option for any modern interior. nine0003

Gray color provides ample opportunities for interior solutions: it can be beaten with a variety of decor elements, from paintings and photographs to lighting and unusual dishes.

Gray kitchen with accents in the form of original wooden utensils

Gray kitchens have several important advantages:

• Practical. The gray headset hides traces of operation: dirt, stains and scratches are practically invisible on it.
nine0174 Compatibility. Gray enhances the beauty of other colors. You can complement such a kitchen with both bright accents and wooden or stone elements, which gives it an even more expensive and noble look.
• Visual extension. Light gray interior visually increases the area of ​​the room.
• Fashion. The gray interior is always relevant, despite the changing trends. This kitchen never goes out of style.
• Variety. In gray tones, you can make a kitchen of almost any style: it looks great both in classic sets and in combination with high-tech metal elements. nine0175

Light gray kitchen with wood accents

However, when choosing a gray kitchen, you need to be aware of the disadvantages of this color:

• Dark gray tones visually reduce the area of ​​the room, which is why they should not be used in small rooms.
• A monochrome dark kitchen can look heavy and oppressive, which is why accents of other colors and shades are very important in such an interior.
• Gray kitchens are demanding on lighting. If there is not enough light in the room, such furniture can look gloomy and bulky. nine0175

Despite the presence of minuses, the gray kitchen remains one of the most versatile options, suitable for almost any interior.

Gray kitchen design features

It is necessary to estimate the area of ​​\u200b\u200byour kitchen before starting to design its interior. You should not choose solid-color furniture in dark gray tones for small rooms - such an environment will visually make a small kitchen even smaller and will have a pressing effect. For a small kitchen, a light gray solid color set or an option with a light top and a slightly darker bottom would be an ideal option. nine0003

When planning the decor of a gray kitchen, lighting plays an important role. To do this, it is necessary to properly prepare the wiring. The cooking area of ​​a gray kitchen in most cases requires additional lighting, the power of which must be taken care of at the stage of interior design.

Additional lighting of the work surface and storage areas

It is better to make the lighting of the dining area softer, which can be facilitated by its location opposite the window. This will help to get natural light that is pleasing to the eye during the daytime. It is better to place lamps for the dining area on the ceiling above the table, while it is more convenient to illuminate the cutting area with the light built into the headset to improve your view. nine0003

Hanging chandelier above the table in combination with additional illumination of the working area of ​​the kitchen

Depending on the size of the kitchen and the requirements for furniture capacity, the gray kitchen set can be made both straight and angular. The latter takes up more space, which requires either a larger area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe room, or the choice of lighter shades when designing.

Corner gray kitchen

Another option for planning a gray kitchen is an island. It is suitable for rooms with a large area and allows not only to expand the working area, but also to add external variety to the color range of furniture. The opposing part of the kitchen can be made lighter if the main part of the headset is made in dark colors, or it can be made to match the lower cabinets. nine0003

Gray kitchen with island

In addition to lighting, when choosing a kitchen, it is important to consider the placement of outlets for electrical appliances. They can be placed both on the walls and in special retractable structures. The latter is especially true for kitchens with a single-level "island", next to which there are no walls. A similar design of sockets is designed to connect household appliances and, when folded, is hidden from view inside the countertop.

Retractable socket hidden in the tabletop nine0003

Choosing the material and coating of the facade

The choice of material for the facades of a gray kitchen is no different from the choice of furniture in other colors. It all depends on taste preferences and budget. Facades differ not only in the material of manufacture, but also in the type of coating, thanks to which it is possible to change both their external and operational qualities. There are several basic material options for gray kitchen facades.

• Chipboard. Ideal when the budget is limited. The material looks decent and is quite durable. Excellent resistance to mechanical damage: it is difficult to leave scratches or dents on chipboard. Many factory sets are made from it, which can be viewed in the showrooms of stores. nine0175

Gray facade made of laminated chipboard

• MDF fronts wrapped with decorative foil. High-quality material, considered ideal in terms of price-quality ratio. Film is a budget option for covering MDF. Its main disadvantage is its low resistance to aggressive detergents and sharp objects, which is why its durability can be inferior to laminated chipboard kitchens.

Facade made of MDF covered with foil

• MDF, plastic coated. Such a facade is more resistant to damage. They are produced in two versions: with an ultra-matt and high-gloss surface. Facades covered with plastic are only smooth. One of the variations of this material: MDF covered with acrylic. Such facades are distinguished by a rich glossy finish that is resistant to scratches and mechanical damage. Like any glossy surface, they require attention to streaks and fingerprints. nine0175

Matt front made of MDF, covered with plastic

Facade of a gray kitchen made of MDF, covered with acrylic

• MDF, enamelled. Acrylic-like material. The main advantage of such kitchens is the possibility of a very detailed choice of color palettes. To order, such a kitchen can be painted to match the already pasted gray wallpaper or other decorative elements. The ends of the enameled facades will be exactly the same as their front side, since the details are painted as a whole, and not edged. In addition, this technology is also available for facades with milling. The disadvantage is that at a cost close to acrylic, enamel is much more sensitive to mechanical damage and aggressive chemicals. nine0175

MDF with milling and painting with glossy enamel

• MDF with veneer. In this case, a thin slice of wood, no more than 3 mm thick, is glued onto the shield. Externally, such a facade is difficult to distinguish from solid wood. The veneer is covered with a matte or glossy varnish to make the kitchen more durable. Minor defects of such headsets can be restored. The main drawback is that veneer is afraid of high temperatures and water.

Facade made of MDF, decorated with dark veneer nine0003

When choosing a facade material, you should immediately decide whether its coating will be glossy or matte. Glossy options require increased attention, because stains and fingerprints are quite visible on them. This is especially true for dark gray kitchens. In addition, glossy surfaces usually do not blend well with other colors, especially bright ones. Usually such kitchens look good with white or light wood inserts, but with all the rest they look much worse. nine0003

Glossy gray kitchen facade

Gray matte facade for the kitchen

The choice of shade depends on the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe kitchen, taste preferences and practicality considerations. Dark gray furniture not only visually makes the kitchen smaller, but also more demanding to maintain - dirt, stains and prints are more visible on it. Therefore, light gray options are considered more practical.

Light gray kitchen with massive dining area nine0003

Choose a style

The style of the kitchen is entirely a matter of taste. Gray kitchens look great in almost all popular styles, both modern and more classic.

Modern gray kitchen

The modern style of the interior emphasizes practicality and functionality combined with simplicity. Right angles, smooth facades without milling with a minimum of external fittings, but at the same time, accessibility and convenience of location. Gray is the epitome of modern kitchen style. Calm appearance, not easily soiled facades and surfaces, excellent compatibility with small bright accents: designer dishes, eco-friendly accessories. Such kitchens are very popular, which is why you can always choose one of the many existing projects, or create your own. nine0003

Gray kitchen in modern style

Loft gray kitchens

A modern take on the design with a strong industrial theme: brick walls, heavy welded structures and other elements that give the room a touch of an old factory or work space. All these elements are ideally combined with the brutal gray color of the furniture, which fits in and maintains this atmosphere like no other.

Grey-brown kitchen in loft style nine0003

Minimalist gray kitchens

A common style based on extreme rigor and the rejection of unnecessary details. All external decorations when creating a kitchen in the style of minimalism are subject to abolition. Gray furniture in this style looks strict and significant. A combination of two shades can emphasize the interior: darker and lighter. When designing such a kitchen, it is better to abandon bright details in favor of combinations of calmer, pastel colors. You can add some grey-green or pale burgundy to a gray facade for an interesting yet stylish combination. nine0003

Gray-green minimalist kitchen

Neoclassical gray kitchens

The classic facade, complemented by modern elements, looks great in light gray tones. To emphasize modern details against the background of a carved headset, you can use a white apron and tabletop. The neoclassical style is perfectly complemented by a modern sink with a chrome mixer tap, steel fittings, built-in glass appliances or high-tech lighting fixtures. nine0003

Neoclassical gray kitchen with modern sink, faucet and appliances

Classic gray kitchens

Both dark lead and light gray fronts work well with classic kitchen designs. Light options emphasize milled elements and turn out to be more homely and cozy, while dark sets, on the contrary, give the interior massiveness and almost tangible reliability.

Light gray kitchen in a classic style nine0003

What goes with gray kitchens

A gray kitchen can be harmoniously combined with almost the entire palette of colors. It is much easier to choose full-fledged combinations for matte facades, while glossy ones often turn out to be more demanding. At the same time, the gray color of the kitchen can be harmoniously combined with other shades both in tone, emphasizing them, and playing in contrast with individual elements.

Gray and white

An almost win-win combination that can be used in a variety of variations: with light and dark gray kitchens, with glossy and matte facades. White can be either individual elements, such as an apron or individual cabinets, or the entire upper part of the headset - it is extremely difficult to make this combination of colors ugly. nine0003

Light gray kitchen with white backsplash and worktop

Gray and white kitchen with an apron stylized as natural marble

Gray and black

A strict and solid version of the kitchen interior is obtained by combining gray and black colors. However, this duet is fraught with danger - it visually absorbs the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe room and is completely unsuitable for compact kitchens with a small area. But for large rooms, such a combination of colors, on the contrary, gives gloss and attractiveness. nine0003

Glossy gray kitchen with black countertops, splashback and appliances

Gray and red

An original and rare combination of colors. In combinations with gray, it is better to abandon bright scarlet or acid red shades and turn to pastel colors. Dirty burgundy tones or shades bordering on other colors, such as red-brown, brick, play with gray facades in an original way.

Gray kitchen with wine red and Scandinavian grey-green accents nine0003

Gray and green

Both light and dark gray are combined with green. In the first both cases, it is better to use soft shades. For example, for a massive dark gray suite, swamp-colored elements will be an excellent addition, and to create a lighter and brighter interior, you can add pastel green or sagebrush doors or walls to the gray facade.

Gray kitchen with wine red and Scandinavian grey-green accents nine0003

Gray and brown

The combination of gray and brown look good in minimalist headsets in a variety of variations. However, a gray kitchen with wood accents is considered a classic combination. Such an interior looks expensive and solid, especially with good lighting.

Two tone kitchen with gray cabinets and speakers

Gray kitchen with wood inserts and additional decorative lighting

Gray and pink

Pale pink is one of the shades that can be successfully combined not only with matte, but also with glossy kitchens. The duet of gray and ash rose on the facade deserves special attention. This combination adds a unique harmony of severity and tenderness to the room, thanks to which the kitchen transmits a calm, peaceful mood to the owners.

Gray-pink kitchen in soothing light colors

The combination of gray countertops and facades in ash rose color nine0003

Decorating the interior of the kitchen in gray tones

In order for a gray kitchen to make the desired impression, it is necessary to think through the interior as holistically as possible. Even small details can radically transform a room by adding additional accents to it.

Ceiling

It is important that the ceiling is combined with the overall concept of the kitchen. You can make it white to contrast the dark tones of the headset, or vice versa to beat its light elements. A spacious kitchen will allow you to make a gray or black stretch ceiling, and if the furniture is decorated with wooden inserts, you can even install decorative beams on the ceiling that go well with the country style. nine0003

Dark gray kitchen with classic white ceiling

Floor

Do not darken the kitchen in gray tones too much. The floor should be in harmony with the furniture, but not merge with the lower cabinets. Therefore, depending on the color of the furniture, you can use both light tiles and gray laminate and even wood parquet.

Gray kitchen combined with wood parquet

The combination of white tiles and dark laminate in a gray kitchen nine0003

Walls

The gray kitchen involves the use of walls solely as a background. It is better to abandon the intricate wallpaper with a pattern in favor of plain options that are in harmony with the furniture. A small accent in the form of a picture or a decorative element can be used, but not more than on one wall.

Kitchen with light gray walls and a picture accent

Lighting

Gray kitchen requires separate lighting. In the eating area, the light should be soft and soothing, and in the cooking area, brighter, preferably consisting of several lamps with a separate switch. Additional decorative lighting of individual elements of the interior will also emphasize its advantages. nine0003

Additional decorative lighting on the facade and walls of the kitchen

Furniture

Furniture should match the chosen style. For a classic-style kitchen, forged bar stools suitable for a loft will be out of place. It is necessary to select a dining table based on the design of the headset. If it is possible to connect the dining area into a single structure with other parts of the kitchen, you can also use it.

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