How to choose the color palette for your kitchen [CONSEJOS]

Thinking about renovating your kitchen? Do you want to give it a makeover and don’t know where to start? The kitchen is the meeting point par excellence of a house, either with the family or with guests. Therefore, the distribution and decoration of this space must be carefully thought out to convey that warmth and peace enviable of a home.

To choose the ideal color palette for your home, you should not only look at the walls, but also at the floor, the appliances, the ceiling, the countertop, the drawers… everything! If you want to achieve the best possible result, you have to think of your kitchen as the sum of many details. Each of these details must have a previously studied color. Combine them to achieve harmony or try to contrast one of them with a more striking tone, is what will define your color palette and make your kitchen a dream.

The selection of the finish is one of the most important points when choosing what you want your kitchen to look like. Today, tile backsplash is not the only wall covering option for the room, and the lighting and size of the room can change everything!

Do you know what is the most suitable type of paint to paint the kitchen? Kitchen paints have specific properties to be able to face all the aggressions to which it will be exposed over time: humidity, high temperatures, chemicals, etc. Nowadays, there is a wide range of paints that will offer you an excellent finish for your walls, with a wide range of shades and developed to adapt to the conditions of your kitchen.

Next, we will talk in more detail about the key aspects that you should take into account when choosing the color of your kitchen. Refreshing the image of your kitchen is not easy, but at VadeCasa i+ we take care of everything so that you don’t have to worry about anything. Let’s get started!

1. The dimensions of the kitchen

Dark colors are not the best choice for small kitchens or kitchens with low ceilings. Why? These colors tend to dull the room, and it will also give the feeling that your kitchen is smaller and less warm. You don’t want a cave, you want a kitchen!

If, on the other hand, your kitchen is spacious and gets plenty of natural light, you can afford to play with dark colors such as black. In this case, its strength would not mask the entire room, but would highlight the lighter-colored furniture.

On the other hand, light colors brighten the room and allow natural light to enter better. They also generate a sense of peace and will make the kitchen look much larger.

Did you know that white enhances the intensity of other colors? You can combine the light colors of the walls with more striking colors in small details of your kitchen (cloths, plants, dishes, lamps, …). In this way, you can change the objects and their shades, according to the trend of each season.

2. The brightness of the space

Natural light is always the best option to illuminate any room. Whenever you can, you have to enhance and make the most of that light. Not only will it give more strength to the colors, but it will also make them lighter and more natural.

In VadeCasa i+ we know that there are times when there is no choice and we have to work, for the most part, with artificial light. Currently, there are many artificial light systems with which we can achieve excellent results that generate an effect similar to natural light. When we work with this type of light we make and check several samples before choosing the final one, because the result is as close as possible to what we are looking for.

3. Materials and finishes

There are several options when it comes to choosing the best finish for your kitchen. Below, we will explain some of the most popular ones:

Tile: this is the most popular and well-known option over the years. With the appearance of new finishes, its popularity has been decreasing, but it is still a good solution for your walls. Its resistance to high temperatures and its easy cleaning are two of its most outstanding features to achieve the best final aesthetics.
Marble: this material has been in trend for several years, not only for walls, but also for kitchen furniture and decorative objects. Being a more porous material, to minimize the risk of damaging it, you should apply an annual coating and take special care with the treatment of liquids on it.
Wood: it is more delicate and, as in the case of marble, requires a coating once a year to increase its durability and visual appearance.
Granite: it is ranked number 6 on the Mohs scale of hardness. Its high durability and strength make it perfect for the bar or kitchen countertop.
Glass: this new trend has arrived with force in the world of kitchen design and renovation. With a simple, elegant and sophisticated style, the glass effect finish offers a durable and efficient solution that is easy to clean.
Stainless steel: this finish is ideal for all those areas or furniture where dirt will accumulate. It is very easy to clean, so it is very hygienic and is able to maintain the original shine for a long time. It is one of the most used materials for household appliances and industrial kitchens.

At VadeCasa i+ we will show you and provide you with the options that best fit your ideal kitchen so you can choose the final option. Our renovation professionals will explain the advantages and disadvantages of each option so you can make an informed decision.

4. The type of paint

As we have already mentioned, the paint for your kitchen must have certain characteristics to withstand the conditions in which it is involved on a daily basis. These are some of the ones used, although there are more variants:

Anti-fungal paint: contains specific properties to prevent the appearance of mold or fungus in humid situations.
Photocatalytic paint: when it comes into contact with light, whether natural or artificial, it eliminates bad odors and harmful substances.
Tile paint: if you do not want to change the tiles in the kitchen, but you are tired of their color, you will need this paint. Before painting, you must make sure that the surface is clean, free of grease and impurities.
Latex paint: its fast drying is one of its most outstanding features. It is water-based and has different finishes available.
Acrylic paints: these are also useful for painting tiles. This type of paint prevents the appearance of stains and dampness, and there are several options for the kitchen.

5. The range of colors

Now that you know the key points to consider when renovating your kitchen, let’s talk about the possibilities of each color.

The target

White is the color par excellence if you want to give a fresh, clean and minimalist image. As we have already mentioned, this color will enhance the brightness of the kitchen, providing a sense of elegance and modernity. White is usually combined with wood finishes in light tones or also with glass.

Neutral tones

Neutral colors are based on gray, earth and beige tones. These colors are the basis of any kitchen where only want to emphasize, subtly and maintaining a balance, the remaining colors of the room. A final aesthetic with very low saturation where naturalness will predominate and will give prominence to other decorative elements. A possible combination would be with an American bar and a light tone wood countertop with a dark slate gray double wall and light gray decorative accessories and lighting.

Pastel colors

Pastel colors are born when a touch of white is added to other colors. This originates new lighter, paler and more delicate tones. If you are looking for a more vintage style with antique furniture, this is the color style for you. These softer colors are ideal for smaller kitchens, with a more classic aesthetic. Light blue, pale pink, lavender, turquoise green, there are endless possibilities! A possible combination would be with light blue furniture, white walls and bolder blue accents.

Bright colors

This range of colors is for the more daring! You can paint one or more walls with bold colors like red or yellow and combine it with white or pastel furniture or appliances. This combination will bring energy and a vibrant touch to your kitchen. Do you want a cheerful kitchen? Colors are for you!

Dark colors

Dark colors are synonymous with sophistication. Black, gray, dark brown, among others, are perfect to mark the decorative base of a spacious kitchen with lots of natural light. It can be combined with some furniture in lighter tones and pieces with wood finish. But remember, use black in your kitchen only if it is spacious and receives plenty of natural light.

Now you know what it takes to choose the best color palette for your kitchen. There are several aspects that must be worked on to achieve complete harmony and, even so, to make it a practical and functional kitchen. At VadeCasa i+ we put all our experience in your hands so that, together, we can create the kitchen of your dreams. Give us a base and we will take care of the rest. Shall we call each other?