Designing a kitchen
The kitchen is often referred to as the heart of the home — a space to be with friends and family, to entertain, and of course to prepare delicious meals for the ones we love. It’s a space bursting with energy, flavour, and fun. The heart of the home deserves a warm and welcoming design. Here are a few ways you can bring yours to life. Colour featured: Dulux Moorland (cabinetry), Vivid White™ (trim and walls) and Domino (door).
Choosing a kitchen colour scheme
From the ever-popular all white kitchens, to more vibrant kitchen colour schemes, there are many ways you can approach redesigning your kitchen. Below we've listed a few helpful things to consider as you start personalising the hub of the home.
First consider the size of your kitchen. To achieve the impression of light and space, look at Dulux whites and Neutrals for a softer finish. If you are wanting a moody appeal, deeper tones like Dulux Oolong or Wentworth will immediately create an intimate atmosphere.
Looking to bring a sense of personality to the kitchen? Start by reviewing existing colour schemes used in the home that can be continued into this space. A feature cabinet, splashback or dramatic counter top choice will help make the space feel like yours.
If you are drawn to two or three colours for your kitchen, make sure they work together to achieve balance. Complementary colours are opposite each other on the colour wheel and should be used in varying levels across the room.
Can’t choose just one colour? Bring together the best of both worlds with a two-toned kitchen. See how Three Birds Renovations used a two-tone colour scheme to seamlessly connect the kitchen with the alfresco area.
Select a two tone colour scheme for your kitchen area
Repaint your kitchen walls
A new coat of paint can make all the difference to your kitchen, so your walls are the best place to start when kicking off your kitchen makeover. Remember though that your kitchen walls require different protection to other walls in the home due to the moisture and smoke caused by cooking. That’s why we recommend using Dulux Wash&Wear +PLUS Kitchen&Bathroom Low Sheen as it’s been made especially to withstand humid and damp environments such as kitchens.
Refresh your kitchen cabinets
You can make a dramatic impact in your kitchen for a fraction of the cost of a renovation by updating your kitchen cabinets. Dulux Renovation Range Cabinet Doors can quickly and easily rejuvenate laminate, melamine and wooden doors so you feel as though you’re cooking in a whole new space. See how you can achieve this transformation here.
Cabinets
Shetland Lace
The soft neutral with a pink undertone Shetland Lace is a refreshing complement to stronger accents of terracotta and timber browns. It pairs well with charcoals such as Brown Mystery and whites such as Casper White Quarter and White On White™.
Transform your benchtops
Upgrade old fashioned or out of date kitchen benchtops with ease using Dulux Renovation Range Tiles & Benchtops. In just a few simple steps (and a bit of elbow grease!), you’ll be paving the way for a fresh, modern new look. It’s easy to apply and provides a beautiful, durable and chip resistant finish that stands the test of time. See how you can achieve this transformation here.
Discover how Three Birds Renovations spruced-up the surfaces in this kitchen in this remarkable reno on a budget.
A Kitchen Makeover | Three Birds Renovations
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How to guides
Before working out colour or the amount of paint, it is important to pick the right paint type for your walls for the perfect finish.
Your guide to product selection for repainting interior and exterior weather-affected surfaces.
Nothing beats a great paint job, especially one you’ve done yourself. Give yourself the best chance at success by following these instructions.
Create a welcoming entrance to any room of the house with the right tools and techniques for the job.
Thanks to Scuffshield Technology™, Wash&Wear® +PLUS Anti-Scuff works hard where you need it by providing ultimate resistance against scuffs and marks. It ensures your surfaces look freshly painted for years and is ideal for high traffic areas.
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