Color Guide To Painting Your Kitchen Cabinets
Written By: Jaymi NaciriTuesday, April 22, 2014
The desire to update our kitchens. It never really goes away. It may ebb and flow, but its always there, nagging at us, dragging us to Home Depot. Causing us to spend hours on Houzz or posting to Pinterest. And the biggest offender in the kitchen is often the cabinets. Because if we want granite or quartz or some other solid surface slab countertop, theres not really a DIY solution - or a super affordable option. Changing out the appliances is also pricey.
But cabinetswell, changing the color of your cabinets can be done. By you, even.
Want to have them professionally sprayed? Budget at least 1,000, depending on how much cabinetry you have, the prep work needed, and the type of paint or stain you choose. Or, you can do it yourself with some time and patience and more time and patience and a real good bit of elbow grease. Looking to take the leap? Here is a guide to cabinet colors that can help.
Primary colors
The bottom line Ever see a kitchen on TV with bright yellow or blue cabinets and think it looks cool? Us too. Doesnt mean were going to rush right out and paint our kitchen in fire engine red.
Upside Theyre unique
Downside
Theyre unique
Tip Experts advise people not to go so bold on their cabinets. Unless youre not the type to get sick of things quickly and you are sure you arent moving anytime soon, its probably best to stick to a more neutral hue.
White
The bottom line Its >
Upside It will probably always be in >
Downside It may get boring and can lack contrast.
Tip
Make sure to add in color and texture in accessories.
Dark Paint or Stain
The bottom line
Has dark wood seen its day? Depends on who you ask. Trending colors are on the light side, but "Hues of chocolate and espresso are still a current trend in kitchen cabinetry, according to the National Kitchen amp; Bath Association," said HGTV.
Upside Can look sleek and chic with contrasting counters and floors
Downside Can look like a cave without substantial natural light.
Tip Light cabinets, dark counters; dark cabinets, light counters.
Blue
The Bottom Line
Blue has been on the interior design radar for a few years and is now trending big in kitchens.
Upside Its hot in design circles so there is a multitude of shades available. It can accommodate a number of different >
Downside Blue can be moody, it wont be in >
Tip If you love blue but youre not sure about making such a strong commitment to the color, consider panting only the lower cabinets and sticking to a more neutral color like white for uppers.
Gray
The bottom line Gray is easily the hottest color out there right now, and seems to have staying power. But if youre worried about the possibility that it could look dated in a few years, you might want to go with something more >
Upside Its trending, so color options are abundant. Plus, its thought of as the new neutral, so it goes with just about everything and can range from super traditional to uber contemporary.
Downside Will you need to replace your countertops, your floors, your furniture, your accessories and your wall color once you introduce gray into your home we would and we have?
Tip Make sure you use a quality paint and brush/roller. Gray creates lots of shadows but can show every boo boo.
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