Selecting Kitchen Color Combos

Your kitchen is unique in that it is one of the most specifically functional spaces in your home in addition to having a great deal of design potential. There are many aspects of kitchen design that are relevant to getting the look for your kitchen that you want, from the style of the appliances to the color scheme of the room. Two of the most important are the cabinets and the countertops, and the color interaction between these two can help or hinder your kitchen's aesthetic. These striking color combinations for your cabinets and countertops can take your kitchen design to the next level.



Black Countertop Combinations 

For a special pop as well as a tip toward the modern, a striking black countertop is a great way to go. Countertops of dark soapstone, for example, can be eye-catching and grounding at the same time. You can also find ways to get creative about how to incorporate black countertops, such as applying them only to your kitchen's island while keeping the rest of the countertops light. As far as matching (or contrasting) cabinets well with black counters, here are some options to consider.

Cream Cabinets with Black Quartz

While a more pure white is still a great option for adding both contrast and refinement to your home, cream offers much of that class while also adding a touch of warmth that can play well off of the relaxing aura of black quartz or granite. Consider countertops with a matte finish for ease of maintenance, and a more relaxed vibe.

Both silver and gold are good options for hardware that will complement these colors. And regardless of the style you go with, getting custom cabinets made specifically for your kitchen will take your renovation to the next level!

Wood Cabinets with Black Granite 

Leathered or honed black granite counters are gorgeous when paired with almost any species of natural wood cabinets. It instantly updates the look of existing wood cabinets that might feel a bit tired or out of style. This combination works well for many styles, from farmhouse modern to mid-century modern. Additionally, it tends to be both extremely durable and affordable.

White Countertop Combinations 

White countertops have grown in popularity for adding clean, simple freshness to a kitchen space, and they do so without sacrificing elegance in the slightest. Using this as the color for your counters can also give your kitchen a more "open" feel and help to reflect light and increase the brightness and cheeriness of the room. You can get white countertops using just about any material from quartz and granite to solid-surface materials and laminates. Here are some great options for pairing cabinet colors with white countertops in your kitchen.

Rich Wood Cabinets with White Quartz 

Going with a rich wood color for your cabinets can be a great contrast to a white quartz countertop. The wood color, when given a sleek finish, can add a little of bit of rustic style while also keeping things refined and simple. This is also a great option for an island or another standout counter that can be contrasted with the others.

Navy Blue Cabinets with White

Navy blue is always a rich option for any part of a home, and the kitchen is no exception. This color is great for adding a calming and elegant atmosphere to your kitchen, and it works especially well for floor cabinets. Going with a white marble or solid-surface material will match the navy blue especially well and help to unclutter the overall appearance of your kitchen. And don't forget to think about the best possible hardware for this combination, which might be something especially elegant like gold or silver handles or even something more simple like black hardware.

Earthy Green Cabinets and White Marble 

Finally, going with an earthy green color for your cabinets to match a simple white marble will give your kitchen an uplifting boost and a sense of uniqueness. Ask any kitchen cabinet designer, and you'll find that earthy tones are definitely on their way back in. Olive green or forest green are good examples of this kind of color, and a great alternative to green would be a subtle or pale yellow. All of these colors are especially appropriate for a farmhouse kitchen design, but they're also very versatile. For hardware, you can always try classic silver, but black is also a great option.

These simple cabinet and countertop color ideas can inspire your imagination toward the best design for your kitchen. Designing anything for your home can be a lot of work, but it can also have a great impact on the quality of your time at home as well as your guests' experience when they visit. For more information about the best premium countertops and cabinets on the market, contact Ceramic Tile Center, a kitchen cabinet supplier, to get help from one of their knowledgeable team members.