Using colour in your kitchen
Recent years have seen a departure from the all-white look, instead ushering in new character and charm through the use of colour. What that colour is depends on a number of factors, from the layout of your kitchen to the existing style of your home.
Enter softly with blue
Not every blue was created for kitchens. Fortunately, the Dulux range is so extensive that you’ll still have your pick of options. A darker shade can add sophistication and moodiness, while a lighter alternative will add a feeling of serenity.
Angora Blue will bring a sense calm and tranquillity to your kitchen. Contrast it with White on White™ for extra softness, or another blue (like Blue Accolade or Angora Blue Quarter) to go a little bolder.
Choose neutral with grey
The versatility and subtly of grey adds a richness to any kitchen, inviting personalisation through styling and finishes. Perhaps you have a statement appliance you’d like to hero or a beautiful Clay Court dining set?
A colour like Dieskau can provide a beautiful backdrop to one of your home’s most beloved spaces. Pair it with a Terrace White ceiling for a balanced neutral look or embrace a grey scheme with accent colours like Silver Tea Set or Hammer Grey.
Ceiling
Terrace White
With a hint of a grey-beige undertone, Terrace White is ideal for pairing with cooler whites and muted shades. It is perfect for interior or exterior walls and trims. Terrace White schemes beautifully with Lexicon® Half or Tranquil Retreat.
Go bold with corals and reds
Feature colours create visual impact and can be a great way to bring fresh vibrancy and distinction to your interior colour scheme. Rich reds are having a real moment in kitchens right now, bringing new warmth, energy and drama to any space.
They’re brimming with undertones, from burnished and bluish reds to mushroom, pastel and peach pinks, which invites bold colour pairings. Something like the deep spice of Silo Park on the walls can work beautifully with the soft midtones of Basic Coral on cabinetry, serving up a scheme that really pops.
Make the modern choice with green
Green has always been a popular interior choice thanks to its refreshing versatility. Ranging from yellow citrus greens through to intriguing teals, you have the full spectrum to select from.
A lighter muted green is a more classic choice, adding a peaceful layer to the space, while a brighter lime green can really spice it up. Something like Pesto on the walls can add an enriching natural element to your kitchen, pairing beautifully with either Rousseau Green furniture accents or Jadeite on your ceiling and cabinetry.
Opt for a maximalist aesthetic
In stark contrast to minimalism, maximalism embraces vibrant patterns, bold colours and unexpected textures. It’s an invitation to be adventurous with your kitchen, injecting personality and creativity with every brushstroke.
Some popular maximalist colours for kitchens include Paper Brown, which can be a bold hero colour. Bring its maximalist potential to life with patterned Perplexed on your island bench and a grounding Lexicon® Quarter on your ceiling and cabinetry.
Ceiling & Cabinets
Lexicon® Quarter
A cool fresh white, Lexicon® Quarter is the perfect choice for the walls and trim of modern, open-plan spaces. Create a vibrant mood that allows you to showcase eclectic artworks and furnishings. Lexicon® Quarter is also a great colour to highlight key exterior features or if you're looking for a bright white on the outside of your home. It pairs well with soft greys and neutrals, cool greys, and warm whites and grieges such as Ashville, Colorbond® Shale Grey™, Grey Pail, Highgate, Miller Mood, Signature, Snow Season, Stepney, and White Exchange Half.
Find the right classic white
The beauty of a delightful white is that it’s truly timeless. White on White™, is a cool, crisp white that is great for a minimalist look.
This clean white can amplify any features and details within the space adding to the contemporary feel.
As with any space, it’s important to consider your kitchen’s colour options. The right scheme can set the perfect tone, whether it’s of soft serenity, rich neutrality, vibrant energy, natural modernity, captivating maximalism or contemporary charm. The Dulux range gives you the breadth, quality and reliability to complement your home’s style and help bring your interior vision to life.
Our revolutionary, water-based interior range is perfect for painting surfaces in the kitchen, bathroom and laundry. With the Dulux Renovation Range, transforming your spaces has never been easier.
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Dulux Authentic Colour®
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Dulux colours featured: Lexicon® Quarter, Pink Chi, Paper Brown, Breezy Half
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Disclaimer
Colours displayed may be subject to variations due to screen settings, and should be used as a guide only for your colour selection. To ensure best accuracy, please test your colour choice at home by ordering Dulux Sample Pots and A4 Colour Swatches.