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Kitchen Colours

More than any aspect of kitchen design, colour is one of personal taste. As such, then it follows that colour schemes of kitchens are above criticism. However, there are a few guidelines that it would be advisable to at least consider following.

The aspect of the kitchen and the amount of natural light entering the room are two critical factors to dwell on a little when choosing colour combinations.

If you are doing a new build and the site allows it, the kitchen should be located with a south/south west/west aspect. In this way it gets the maximum benefit of natural light. In such a situation, you then have many choices as to the colour scheme you wish to implement. Lots of light will allow you have strong primary colours on the areas to be painted. That said despite lots of natural light a dark kitchen (walnut or mahogany, for example) will seem very gloomy with dark colours. You will always get away with very bright kitchen decor in any light situation, but dark cabinets and dark colours tend to make the room look gloomy and small.

If however, you are faced with an existing room that does not receive a lot of natural light, then a bright finish on the walls will improve matters. If your cabinets are of a dark shade, consider a bright beige tiled floor as well. Most people prefer a bright working environment in the kitchen and the choice of units, flooring and paint to achieve this should be formulated from the outset of the design stage.

If the kitchen is small, definitely consider light coloured units and walls to enhance the illusion of space. Larger kitchens and kitchens/dining rooms invite darker colour schemes to provide an aura of intimacy and warmth.

Apartment kitchens tend to blend with the rest of the decor particularly in smaller one and two beds where separating the colour scheme will make the kitchen area look very small.

These are only a few tips that may help in your thinking because in reality no rules apply to personal taste. If unsure, consult with your designer or friends and family. The good thing about paintwork is that it is not too hard to remedy if the colour scheme does not work out.