The Color of Your Cabinets

Is the color of your kitchen cabinets gray just too much of a contrast for your liking? There are many different ways to jazz up those gray cabinets without having to tear out your entire kitchen.

Maybe you haven't given that room much thought and haven't really considered replacing the cabinets yet, but if you've been thinking about replacing them then you're probably quite prepared to think about some other new colors. It's just that when you think about it, the kitchen is the place where everything gets stuff-so everything gets mixed up. So it only makes sense that you should make sure you put a lot of thought into replacing the kitchen cabinets.

Of course, if you're planning on replacing the white upper cabinets you have a number of things to consider first. For example, what sort of size do you have in mind?

If you're considering replacing the upper cabinets that will serve as storage for the island and appliances, you might be able to shave a few dollars off by going with something that is less cluttered and actually a bit more colored. You could easily go with a marble set or a marble countertop instead of the white painted baseboards. A wood grain cabinet will look very nice as well, and you'll find that not everyone is suitable for stained cabinets.

If you're willing to pay a little bit more, you can go with bright white kitchen cabinetry with a marble finish or granite countertops, which is really what we've been discussing here. Also, if you're going to replace the cabinets themselves, white does give a very modern feel to the space.

You may be looking at replacing the white upper cabinets but are undecided on the color. If this is the case, then your next decision is whether to go with wood or natural stone.

One of the most popular colors for kitchens is glass, such as that of stained glass windows and wood, such as that of your oak kitchen cabinets. This gives a really nice modern feel and it really is one of the most common colors in the world.

There are also two different types of wood that look really nice in these kitchens. The first type is ash and mahogany, which is dark gray and red in color. The second type is oak, which is really darker than ash and mahogany and it's a nice lighter color overall.

The actual cabinetry is really the most important part of the kitchen, since you won't be using it every day. You want it to have a really clean, sleek look that is sure to impress anyone who walks in. If the cabinets have been designed to be cohesive with the rest of the room, then this is the time to make sure that you give them some attention.

Even if you do decide to go with a dark color like black, you'll still want to give them some consideration, as they're there for a reason. If you're not sure what you're going to use them for, it would be a good idea to keep them for things like basins and side tables, which will be used less frequently.

For those who really like their kitchen cabinets in lighter colors, you can really go a little brighter, but not so much that it is overwhelming. For instance, you could go with light blue cabinets with the rest of the walls being a really light neutral gray or even something like a walnut, which is rather dark but still blends nicely with most dark walls.

So in summary, you should definitely give your cabinets some thought. There are a number of different options out there, and your choice will depend on your personal taste and budget as well as your decorating style.