Kitchen color ideas in Ottawa, ON: Super easy do’s and don’ts

Your kitchen is perhaps the most neutral room in your home in Ottawa, ON.
White or wooden cabinets and simple countertops give the kitchen a clean, uncluttered appearance.
An elegant and simple kitchen may also need a touch of color.
If you are thinking of adding a new wall color, or just a few colorful accents, you will want to know the do’s and don’ts of kitchen color before you start decorating.

With that in mind, here are the simple do’s and don’ts when picking kitchen paint color;

DO recognize that even if you have the most dazzling cabinets and countertops in your kitchen, they can still use a bit of color.
Even the slightest hue of wall color can transform a boring space without changing the overall mood of the room.

DO consider adding color with lighting fixtures. No need to choose brightly colored pendants, although art glass or Tiffany-style pendants can be beautiful. The trendy metal fixtures now include brushed gold, bronze, and black. Just adding soft gold fixtures can be enough color to add depth to your kitchen color scheme.

DON’T be afraid to add vibrant color to your kitchen. Yes, this seems to go against the latest trend in white and gray kitchen color themes, but not all homes are the same. If you love color and your kitchen would benefit from a splash of color, try a fun wall decor.

DO consider chalkboard paint for a kitchen wall or door. Most paint brands now offer table formulas in most colors.

You can get the pleasure and convenience of having space to write or scribble on the wall, with a splash of color. If you’re not ready to hang on a slate-painted wall, a DIY framed painting in your favorite color may also work well.

LEARN the basics of cool colors versus warm colors. Being able to recognize the color temperature of any color you are considering will help you choose the right color to coordinate with your counters and cabinets.

DO NOT hesitate to use gray on your kitchen walls. Gray or gray-blue works beautifully for beach-style colors. Warm or greige grays look gorgeous with dark cabinetry and flooring.

DO NOT overdo gray in the kitchen. Gray kitchens are a hot trend. It’s easy to get caught up in the trend by choosing gray cabinets, floors, and countertops. The fixed elements of your kitchen will be present for many years, so consider using gray on the walls or as accents and keep one of the less changing elements more neutral.

DO NOT forget that even adding colorful kitchen towels can change the look of the room inexpensively. Kitchen linen can be changed over the seasons and for a quick update of colors.

DO consider undertones. Understanding how shades of paintwork will save you many problems later with colors that don’t seem to work together. All colors, even neutral, have a shade of color that can add gray, green, or even pink, to an otherwise neutral space.

DO have fun with the color. Add a splash of color with colorful accessories and dishes. An elegant way to add color is to put a wine glass holder on the wall. Fill your glass holder with colored stemware for a splash of fresh color.

DO NOT forget the adjacent rooms in your color palette. You can add more color by choosing an accent wall for an open dining room or family room. Tie the colors together by sprinkling some of the room colors in the space nearby.

Need Help With Colors and Interior Painting?

Choosing interior paint colors can be fun and a little intimidating at the same time.
But don’t worry, if you haven’t made up your minds yet, our team at Millers Painting Company can help.

We offer free color consultancy alongside high-quality residential and commercial painting services in Kanata, Nepean, Barrhaven and Westboro areas of Ottawa, Ontario.

To get started with us, book a FREE estimate.

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