White kitchens create a feeling of cleanliness.
The kitchen and dining room are sometimes the most neglected in the house when it comes to decorating. Usually thought of as more function than form, these food-prep and eating-related rooms are often glossed over. However, a splash of color can go a long way toward spicing up these environments and such traditional paint colors as white and beige can also look great in a kitchen or dining room, depending on your décor.
Classic White
Paint the kitchen walls and cabinets white. This works especially well if you have a light-colored wood floor. The stark, clean feel of the white brings out the vibrant hues of brightly colored fruits and vegetables, which you can display in a bowl on the counter. According to HGTV.com, white represents a "clean, fresh sanitary feel," as well as a "timeless, classic look," which most people would agree are desirable characteristics to invoke in the kitchen.
Dark Ceiling, Light Walls
In your , paint the ceiling black or dark brown and pair it with a light color such as ice blue or beige on the walls. While white is the traditional choice for ceilings, black can add a distinctive ambiance to the room, similar to that of a fine dining establishment. It also works as a way to define the room of an open floor plan.
Dining Room Mural
Paint a mural on one wall in the dining room to represent a special place in your life. Perhaps you vacationed on the French Riviera and it left a lasting impression. Recreate the countryside on one of your walls. In addition to nature scenes, food related scenes also work well. Painting a trompe l'oeil outdoor café on one wall of your dining room can create a light, airy feel in the space, allowing diners to imagine themselves as part of the scene.
Nature as Inspiration
Use the natural colors of fruits and vegetables for paint inspiration in your kitchen. Try a bright, apple green with white cabinets. A deep plum purple looks good with light wood cabinets. Pair light colors with dark cabinets, such as the pale yellow of a banana with cherry wood. Don't go with a dark on dark option as it tends to give a room a heavy, gloomy feeling.
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