Selecting a cabinet color can seem like a daunting decision when you are building a home or just renovating your space. As some people say, “cabinets are the focal point of the home” so you want to be sure to pick the color that is true to you and something you will want to live with for years to come! Often you see white, gray, cream, or black, but don’t back down from vibrant, colorful choices such as blues, greens, or even a beautiful red. Another thing to consider is multiple colors or a two-toned style on cabinets to create a unique contrast within the space. With tons of options, styles, and designs to get inspiration from, it can become overwhelming. Where do you even begin? Here are a few different tips to get you started on the right track with your decision.
1. Recognize the size of your space- darker, muted colors or a two-toned style can make your space feel smaller than it really is. If your space is already tight, shoot for a brighter shade to open up the room! Different shades of whites, creams, and lighter grays are perfect for this. If you have a large space and you want to make it feel warm and homey, try out darker browns, grays, or even black.
2. Decide what style you are going for- if you want a more classic, timeless feel to your space you should go with more of a white or cream while an innovative, modern look may require you to branch out and use bright colors or multiple contrasting tones.
3. Remember the other colors in your space- if you are wanting to go with a different color like a blue or green for example, you may need to plan around the other surfaces that will not be changing such as wall colors, countertops, backsplash, flooring, and the decorations you have.
4. Utilize different lighting when making your decision- take lots of paint samples and swatches from your local paint store. Some colors will have a different look in specific lighting, so being able to take the colors to go and see them in lots of different lights can really help in making a decision.
Hopefully after reading these tips, you will feel confident in choosing the right finish or color to suit your style. As you can see, the options are endless and there is no rule book on what colors are allowed on your cabinets, so have some fun with it! Once you have settled on a color for your cabinets, check out Intenzi to choose the perfect cabinet doors to complement your style!
Maci Rauls