What Color Should I Paint My Kitchen Cabinets?
The kitchen is one of the most popular rooms in a home. No big surprise there. So, what do you do when you want to refresh its look without undertaking a big remodeling project? Answer: Repaint the cabinets!
The color you choose for your cabinets can contribute a certain tone to your kitchen. Learn about what the following cabinet colors can do for your kitchen.
White Kitchen Cabinets
If you want to go with a traditional choice for your kitchen, white is a popular selection. This is especially nice if you’ve looked at dark cabinets in your kitchen for many years and want a big change. Or, if you’ve always wanted your kitchen to feel more spacious.
One of the biggest advantages of having white cabinets is they reflect any sunlight that enters your eating area. So, if you have windows lining your breakfast nook or a skylight above your kitchen island, your cabinets will reflect that providing an airy tone to the space.
You have a lot of ways to go when choosing the backsplash to pair with your white cabinets. A backsplash with a mixture of blue and green small tiles would be attractive. A bright yellow backsplash with a hexagonal pattern is another notable choice that will certainly stand out in your décor. In short, you have a lot of freedom with backsplash color when your cabinets are painted white.
A dark wood or tile floor serves as a nice contrast to cabinets with white paint. You also have a lot of attractive options for countertops. Pair your cabinets with white quartz countertops or perhaps counters in beige granite. Stone countertops with lines of color running through them can inject more interest into the décor.
With white cabinets, you can let your imagination run wild regarding pops of color. Imagine a red tea kettle on your stove, bright green mugs hanging on your mug tree or a royal blue tablecloth on the kitchen table. These colors have the perfect background to make a hit in your décor!
Red Kitchen Cabinets
If you want your cabinets to dominate the décor of your kitchen, then red is your best bet. This is a smart choice especially if the floor, countertops and walls of your kitchen are done in beige, white or another neutral color. The bright red of your cabinets will be tempered a bit by the rest of the décor.
A kitchen with red cabinets, light gray stone countertops and a white or beige tile floor has a balanced décor. Adding some details that pop can make the décor even more interesting. Items in red including a flower vase, tablecloth, cloth napkins, oven mitts and a small rug would add flair to your eating space. Don’t forget to choose some bright gold knobs or pulls for your newly red cabinets!
Blue Kitchen Cabinets
If you’re a fan of the color blue, why not express your love of this color by choosing it for your cabinets? When it comes to shades of blue, the options are endless.
If you go with navy blue, royal blue or another dark blue shade of paint for your cabinets, a backsplash with a mixture of blues in a mosaic glass design would be an appealing idea. Dark blue cabinets work well with light stone or marble countertops. If you have dark granite countertops, you may want to go with a lighter blue paint for your cabinets.
Practically any shade of blue can set a calming tone in your kitchen. Think about adding small items to your kitchen that share the same blue as your cabinets. Plates, utensils, flower vases and napkin holders in blue are all fun ideas. If you have a small watercolor painting or some children’s artwork containing shades of blue, the kitchen would be a great place to display them.
Gray Kitchen Cabinets
Cabinets painted in light or dark gray would serve as a nice complement to a white kitchen floor or one in light-colored hickory or oak. If you have beige granite or white marble countertops, smoky gray cabinets would be an attractive addition to the scene.
Backsplash in a pale green or white subway tile design can lighten up the choice of dark gray cabinets. Alternatively, if you go with soft gray cabinets, you may want backsplash with a design featuring an alternating pattern of dark blue and white ovals. A backsplash with an intricate design can definitely liven up a collection of gray cabinets.
If you have stainless steel large and small appliances throughout your kitchen, gray cabinets in any shade can certainly complement those items.
Black Kitchen Cabinets
Did you know that black was a popular color for kitchen cabinets back in the 1920s? If you like the idea of going retro with your kitchen’s design, then black cabinets may be for you.
Black cabinets paired with glowing white countertops in quartz can give your kitchen a dramatic appearance. Of course, a white tile floor adds even more flair to a kitchen with cabinets painted black.
One of the best things about this option is this color makes for an attractive background for ornate silver or gold cabinet handles or knobs. Artwork featuring shades of red, yellow or orange stand out even more with black cabinets in the décor.
Other items in your kitchen such as a vase of bright blue or pink hydrangeas as well as colorful plates and cups will look impressive with your dark cabinets.
Preparing for the Painting Project
As with any painting work, there is preparation involved in cabinet painting. It’s essential to make sure the surface of a cabinet is clean and intact before painting.
It’s also important to choose paint made to withstand the stains and splattered substances that are inevitable in any kitchen space. Durable, quality paint that’s easy to clean is a must-have for any kitchen cabinet.
Let’s face it. People walking into your kitchen notice your cabinets right away. So, you want cabinet painting or cabinet refinishing work that’s done with care. Our team of painters at Kaleidoscope Paint are well-trained and experienced in painting all sorts of cabinets. We can make your cabinets look their very best no matter what color you choose.
We understand that painting or cabinet refinishing work can be disruptive to the usual activities of a household. Our cabinet painters are diligent in getting their work done in a thorough and efficient way. We work with you to find the best days to complete your painting project. We can even get your cabinets ready just in time for the holidays!
Contact our courteous staff at Kaleidoscope Paint in Edmond OK today and let’s talk about the fresh changes you want for your kitchen cabinets.