Color can have a big impact on a living space. This also holds
true for kitchens. By introducing a touch of color you can
visually increase or decrease room size and ceililng height,
cool or warm up a room, and even increase or lower blood
pressure! Introducing paint colors in the kitchen can have all
of these effects and more.
When choosing a color for your kitchen, consider the style of
your home, your desired theme or effect. Rustic styled kitchens
are aesthtically aided by warm, earthy color tones, whereas
pale, soft blues can compliment a traditional kitchen. You can
really get creative with paint and create various moods. For instance, if you want to create the effect of more space in your kitchen, choose a lighter paint color. Conversely, if you have a larger kitchen and want to create a more cohesive look, introduce a darker, deeper color.
Modern or Post Modern-styled kitchens can benefit from both light and dark colors since the focus is more on creating sharp angles and being conscious of perspective and space. Of course, color is still a key component and you can also create additional moods and effects by considering paint finishes. Among these are gloss, semi-gloss, satin and matte, among others. There are also some specialty finishes such as egg shell, metallic and leather finishes to create the specific effect you're going for.
Consider This
If you have children and pets, you should seriously selecting a paint color with a gloss finish since cleaning the walls will be a much easier task.
Now your colors. Warm colors include red, yellow, brown and orange. They create the subconscious effect of warmth. Cool colors include blue, green and gray, which can create serenity and help expand a space.
If you want to paint stripes, you should know that vertical stripes will make your kitchen appear taller, whereas horizaontal ones make it look longer.
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