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Your kitchen cabinets are front and center in your kitchen design, so choosing the right finish is an important step when remodeling your kitchen. It’s also a great way to add your own personal style to the room, while considering durability and functionality. Most professionals will offer a variety of kitchen cabinet finishes and paint colors, and will work with you on making a decision that will make picking a cabinet finish simple. But before you begin, read on for some tips you can use yourself when choosing the perfect finish for your kitchen cabinets.
Look to your kitchen design for inspiration
If you’re not planning on updating your kitchen floor or backsplash anytime soon, then use those and other elements in the room to help determine your finish and inspire design choices. For example painted cabinets in blues or greens work well with lighter backsplashes in white or grey, while white cabinets when paired with white backsplashes or wood flooring for example, allow for the opportunity to incorporate current design trends such as bold colors and natural elements.
Match your cabinet style
Some shades are better suited towards the style of cabinet, for example cherry works better in a traditional kitchen design. Something like a light grey is pretty diverse as it can be ultra modern or even rustic. Make sure that your finish aligns well with the style of your cabinets, and your overall home design since this is an update to your home that will last for a long time.
Size of the room matters
Smaller kitchens can look even smaller with a dark finish, but if you’re set on a dark brown or a black stain, then consider mixing kitchen cabinet finishes. Choose a lighter upper color in order to maximize the size of the space, or if you do want to include a darker color, paint your kitchen island cabinets dark and then stick to a lighter color with the rest of the kitchen. You can blend both shades with a backsplash or countertop that ties them together.
Make things colorful
Adding a bold color to your kitchen island or your lower cabinets is a great way to work in your personal style to create a room that is memorable. Start by choosing a color that reflects your taste in a unique way. For example, look to Behr’s 2019 Color of the Year for inspiration. Blue can make a bold statement in your kitchen, even mixing light and darker versions of the color.
Consider your hardware
How to choose the right hardware is a question we often get when working with customers. Some things to consider include:
- Know when to use knobs instead of pulls
- Stick with your overall kitchen theme
- Consider the color of your kitchen cabinets
- Be creative and don’t sacrifice quality!