Kitchen colour inspiration
Alex Jamieson
6 years ago
Im moving into a new build next month and need to inject some colour into my kitchen. the cabinets are white with an oak laminate worktop. The walls will be painted white by the builders. So its basically very white. Too white for my liking. I'd love a bold colour o the walls but not sure what to go for and would appreciate some advice...
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PROWest London Kitchens
6 years agolast modified: 6 years ago
Agree with Anna Auzins Interiors suggestion of a coloured splashback. Injecting a bit of colour, however wild, can alter the mood and tone of a white room instantly. Here's a white-on-white kitchen we did recently with both a brightly coloured splashback and a mirror splashback which threw light back into the room. The splashbacks helped soften up the industrial look of the room and makes one smile every time one goes in the room!
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PROLinear London | Kitchens, Bathrooms & Tiles
6 years agoHi Alex,
as Anna and West London Kitchens mentioned your options are endless! You can play with colour, size and also pattern (3d tiles) ! Just some images for inspiration:
alternatively only play with grout colour, to keep it simple, yet less white:
We are based in SW London - don't hesitate to contact us if you would like a consultation.
Good luck! :)
Sonia
6 years agoI think dark grey or inky blue walls will look fab against the white. I personally would keep the splashback/tiling quite neutral so that it doesn’t date quickly. You could, of course, embrace the white and add colour and texture with furniture, lighting and accessories. I think the Scandi style of decor would look really good with your kitchen. Here’s a few ideas.
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