Kitchen Spice

Like bathrooms, we think that people often neglect their kitchens when it comes to paint.  This is especially true in smaller apartments.  Despite common perception, though, a blast of color can actually make your small kitchen look bigger…or at least more interesting.

Check out this small, bland, white kitchen.  All you really notice is the junk on the countertop and everything else is whitewashed right out.

Shades of beige/mocha are always an easy kitchen solution. We added definition to the small space by painting 3 different shades- 1 for the doorways (which happens to be a closet and the main entrance to the apartment), 1 shade for the kitchen area, and another shade for the ceiling.

Here, the same multi-color approach, but warmed up in spicy colors.

You can even add definition to the plain white cabinets with a thick stripe of chocolate. (It’s also a good idea to upgrade the cabinet handles, too)  Check out these tips for painting your cabinets.

If you have the time (and money), for a whole new look, consider new cabinets. A nice dark walnut is modern, but not too trendy. Muted blue makes the whole kitchen feel very “adult” and also calm. Note the dark brown painted door to match the cabinets, crown molding and a drama-ceiling.

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