Take on this home-improvement project with help from a paint pro.
A fresh newpaint colorcan makeover the space and bring boring cabinetry back to life.
Then determine the pop in of paint that will work best in a high-traffic, splatter-prone kitchen.
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Navigate the paint store with the help of a pro.
Plus, we provide inspiration that will help you snag the best color for your cabinets.
Rick Watsonis the director of product information and technical services atSherwin-Williams.
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Paints with a higher gloss/sheen will generally be easier to clean.
Most stains wipeclean with wateror mild soap," Watson said.
While eggshell paint is suitable for kitchen walls, you’ll probably want something more durable for your cabinets.
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Each has advantages or disadvantages in durability and ease of program:
As for Watson’s personal recommendation?
when you obtain established good bonding or adhesion, you’re free to prime the entire surface."
Now that you’ve prepped your cabinets, it’s time to pick a paint.
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Below we’ve listed 10 of our favorite paint colors for kitchen cabinets to inspire you.
If you want more spice, an accent like this citrusy green backsplash will do the trick.
Here, the color adds a touch of softness to an open shelving unit with a chicken wire screen.
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A gentle gray-beige can have the same effect on your entire kitchen.
Sherwin-Williams Clary Sage (SW 6178)
Looking for an understated green to freshen up the kitchen?
These cabinets were painted in Sherwin-Williams Clary Sage (SW 6178) and then brightened with brassy hardware.
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You’ll feel right at home chopping your vegetables from the garden.
The soft, nature-inspired hue of Sherwin-Williams Meander (SW 9522) falls somewhere between tan and sage.
A deep, character-building blue allows whites and stainless steel to pop.
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The deep charcoal shade is painted here on the lower cabinets.
The mod color coordinates perfectly with 1950s-style lighting and furnishings.
It also adds a spark of fun to the kitchen.
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Sherwin-Williams Tinsmith (SW 7657)
Looking to bring calm to a chaotic kitchen?
This soft gray hue from ourCrane Island, Florida Idea Housecertainly has that effect.
Sherwin-Williams Pewter Green (SW 6208) could be just the color you need for your cabin ormountain home.
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Complement this color with dark wood finishes and splashes of gold.
Credit: Laurey W. Glenn; Styling: Liz Strong
