A kitchen doesn’t have to look like that boring room you cook in! It also doesn’t have to look like your grandma’s kitchen. It can look exactly the way you want it, and the best part is, you don’t even have to completely remodel it to achieve your dream look. Changing up the color of your cabinets can be the best way to go from drab to glamorous on a budget. 

Choosing the Right Color for Your Cabinets

What is the best color for your kitchen cabinets? Well, at the end of the day, we aren’t really the best people to answer that, you are! The color you love the most is what’s going to be the best color. That said, we know you might not know exactly what you the love most. As the cabinet experts of Greenville, here’s some tips from N-Hance to help you determine your favorite cabinet color.

White, White, White

When you think of a glamorous, you probably jump to all-white kitchen cabinets. But white might not fit your lifestyle. The problem with white cabinets is that they get dirty pretty easily. So if you have kids and pets, be prepared for a lot of cleaning. If that doesn’t describe your life or you’re ready and prepared for the upkeep, this is a great choice for you.

Create a Contrast

This one will take a little more effort but you can create a beautiful contrast with the other colors found in your kitchen. A nice dark green, navy blue, or even black cabinet will pair and contrast beautifully with white countertops, for example. If you’re wanting to update your countertops and/or flooring, using contrasting colors for the cabinets will give you the glamorous kitchen you’ve always dreamed of.

Stand Out Color

Fortune, and in this case glamor, tend to favor the bold. This can be true with your cabinet color. If you want to go glam, then go bold with the new color. For instance, think deep, dark teal for your cabinets paired with gold hardware and matching decor. 

Gloss

Does your glamorous kitchen include things that sparkle and shine? If so, why can’t your cabinets join the party? All you need is a nice high-gloss finish. This shiny finish will make your kitchen cabinets look and feel special, whereas matte or semigloss are more practical and ordinary. 

Go for the Glass

While we wouldn’t recommend this for all of your cabinet doors, it can be truly glamorous to replace your cabinet doors with a new glass one. This will not only lighten up your kitchen but also make it more attractive and visually interesting. You’ll also have the space to show off high-end vases, heirloom china plates, artwork, and other special pieces. 

Styling Your Kitchen After Refinishing Your Cabinets 

Once the process of refinishing your kitchen cabinets is complete, the work is not over. There are many ways to further elevate the space and infuse more glamour into it. Some tips for doing that include:

  • Using color in fabrics. Some new drapes and an area rug may be in order.
  • Opting for elegant countertops. Get rid of those nasty, worn down, formica countertops and consider replacing them with something new, such as marble, quartz, or granite. This can make a huge difference. 
  • Update the old backsplash. Another way to get more glamour in your kitchen is with the right backsplash. Choose something that complements your new cabinets, but is also exciting and unique, like high-gloss subway tile in a herringbone pattern. 
  • Revamp your kitchen lighting. Lighting is just another way to infuse more glamour into your kitchen. Be sure to consider how the lighting goes with your new cabinet color. Some lights can make paint colors look warmer or cooler, for example. 
  • Putting mirrors to use. Another way to glam up a space is with shiny metallic surfaces. For instance, instead of hanging artwork, hang a mirror or choose mirror-style tile for your backsplash. 

If you’d like professional help refinishing your kitchen cabinets, turn to the cabinet makeover specialists at N-Hance Wood Refinishing of Greenville. We can take an everyday kitchen and make it glamorous. Call (864) 558-1000 for a free consultation and quote.