The best color schemes visuallytie the kitchen to adjacent spaces, which in turn helps yoursmall kitchen look larger.
Try one or two of these small kitchen colors for a major transformation.
Accents of brass and other warm metals make this high-contrast combo sparkle.
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To avoid overwhelming a tight space, use deep tones sparingly and with plenty of white.
This color scheme applies dark blue across the island and on select banks of cabinetry.
Leather barstools repeat the hue of the wood countertop and shelves, adding warmth and visual texture.
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Paint colors for a small kitchen don’t have to be bold to introduce big personality.
Mix crisp white, buttery white, and gray-toned white finishes to create a seamless but layered look.
The multihued tilebacksplashbrings not only color but a sense of visual movement and excitement to the space.
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Yellow + White
Yellow paint colorshave been a long time favorite for small kitchens.
It always looks happy and inviting, whether used on walls or cabinetry.
Yellow offers a cheerful greeting in the morning and sets a room aglow once lights flicker on at night.
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If you have basic white cabinets, yellow walls will jazz them up.
Conversely, if you paint your cabinets yellow, pair them with white walls for balance.
A mottled gray countertop combines and balances the black and white notes.
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Here lightgray cabinetsand countertop plus stainless steel appliances create that seamless backdrop.
Olive Green + Wood
Colors pulled from naturemake good color schemes for small kitchens.
White countertops and sink are the only color diversion, keeping the space feeling fresh and bright.
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Natural wood on the shelves and decor add texture and warm depth to all the black and white.
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