The kitchen is no longer a room where only meal preparation is done; it’s also where the family gathers to eat, talk and reconnect. Considering all these functions, kitchen design is very important to your home. To achieve a great design, one of the things that you should pay attention to is your kitchen’s color scheme. DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of St. Louis Park has a step-by-step guide to picking the best color palette for your kitchen.
1. Start With the Cabinets
Kitchen remodel contractors recommend starting with your cabinets. Kitchen cabinets typically comprise half of a kitchen renovation budget, and they also take up about 40% of a kitchen’s visual space. That said, it only makes sense to use your kitchen cabinets as the foundation for your future color choices. Cabinets vary in material, color, texture and hardware, so choose the cabinets that really speak to you.
2. Decide on Appliance Colors
Built-in appliances will likely be installed with your choice of cabinetry. However, if you prefer freestanding appliances, make sure that your appliance fronts match your cabinets. Your fridge, dishwasher and sink usually have the biggest impact on your kitchen color scheme, so you’ll want them to look like they are part of your kitchen’s overall design. If you have white or light grey cabinetry, white appliances would be a great match. But if you prefer stainless steel appliances, these typically go well with brown hues, shades of gray and vibrant colors.
3. Opt for a Neutral Countertop
Countertops are another significant part of your kitchen because they occupy a large portion of visual space. When selecting countertops, it’s important to ensure cohesion between your countertops and cabinets. To help narrow down your choices, start by eliminating any options that are beyond your budget, then consider the color of your existing floor. Ensure that your choice of countertop and flooring go well together.
If you plan to replace or upgrade your floor as part of your kitchen remodeling project, use a sample of your kitchen cabinets to guide you in your countertop selection.
4. Choose Your Flooring
The adjoining rooms of your home will typically inform the color of your kitchen floor. If that’s not the case for you, it can be tricky to determine what will work and what won’t. When selecting a kitchen floor color, you should rely on all the elements that you have selected to that point.
5. Plan Your Backsplash Design & Wall Color
Paint color and backsplash design allow you to get creative. You can choose bright paint colors or unique backsplash designs. However, always keep the big picture in mind and ensure that every design choice still enhances the overall look of your kitchen.
6. Pick Your Hardware Colors
Don’t forget minor details like cabinet hardware and lighting fixtures. Although they don’t take up as much visual space as your cabinets or countertops, they can still make a difference to your kitchen design. There are no hard rules when choosing hardware colors, but it’s best to stick with finishes and styles that complement each other.
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DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of St. Louis Park is a locally owned and operated company that offers a range of home improvement services. Our expertise covers bath and kitchen remodel, cabinet refacing, safety and mobility, and more. To start a conversation with one of our experts, call us at (954) 637-6386 or fill out our contact form. We serve customers in Minneapolis, St. Louis Park, Robbinsdale and many more communities.
