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Pointers on colors for kitchen

8 years ago

Hi! I am updating my kitchen this summer. I will update the counters and floors. I currently have a dark brown/grey island with a black granite counter. My cabinets are light blue with an off white counter.


I am planning on updating the hardware on the cabinets to a silver. My question is if I should go for:

1. black countertops with a light backsplash and paint the cabinets white

2. white countertops with a light backsplash and leave the cabinets


I also wonder if stainless steel appliances go with either of these looks.




I also plan on doing a light grey almost white pergo flooring.


I have no idea what I'm doing. Any advice is helpful!

Comments (18)

  • PRO
    8 years ago

    I would do the flooring 1st then decide on countertop.

    Please post picture of whole kitchen,so Houzzers can help.

  • 8 years ago
    Wow, you are describing a lot of different colors in one space . Start by sending us some more photos of the entire space , please
  • 8 years ago
    I agree with @silviakunst, it is difficult to offer constructive ideas (it sounds like you have a lot going on) without seeing more of your kitchen.
  • 8 years ago

    If you are really not sure, you might want to consult with a kitchen designer who can put all the pieces together for you. Sounds like a big investment and you want to get it right the first time. But be sure you are consulting with a KD and not someone who wants to sell you cabinets.

  • 8 years ago

    Thanks for the comments. I added another pic but it didn't show up. Here's one of the cabinets. I am new to Houzz. This is a studio.

  • 8 years ago
    last modified: 8 years ago

    you are updating the counters on this small portion of cabinets? you're not getting new base cabinets? so it's this and the other dark piece? lets see the entire kitchen from further back.

    you could get those small cabinets replace w/something much better (even raw wood and paint them yourself) and do a remnant piece of granite or quartz for next to nothing.

    look in pre fab counters. a 6' piece is all you would need. then maybe a butcher block for that other piece.

    if you just want to paint, try these shades.

    you can also trim out your doors with 1x2 trim pieces and paint.

    you have a very small space and quite a bit of clutter. can you take down everything from the fridge and do a wall somewhere where you can hang all the photos and stuff?

  • 8 years ago
    last modified: 8 years ago

    Thank you so much for the feedback! A realtor in my condo said that it's best to keep the cabinets because they are solid wood and are actually good quality. He suggested to paint them in high gloss and change the hardware.

    I like traditional look that is modern. I'm not sure if that is confusing. Here is a kitchen I like. This is someone in my condo who kept the original cabinets. I like the style but would choose a different hardware for the island and a lighter floor. I guess I could paint the island white as well. Unsure about that.



    https://www.redfin.com/CA/San-Mateo/847-N-Humboldt-St-94401/unit-301/home/17308054

  • PRO
    8 years ago

    Are you doing this for resale soon?

  • 8 years ago

    No, I'm updating so I can add a dishwasher. It will go where the fridge is.

  • 8 years ago
    Just some inspiration with the floors you are choosing
    Karyn Arle thanked Irene Morresey
  • 8 years ago
    I used different options. In my experience and opinion I can say that the best color of the work surface is light ( white) with the color of dark tones of furniture. On the bright surface we can see better. Even the dining table is served with a light tablecloth, so that you can see the food first, not the table..My opinion.
  • 8 years ago

    Irene, yes that is the color I am thinking. Does anyone know how it is for wear and tear?

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  • 8 years ago

    So, curious: if the dishwasher is replacing the refrigerator, where is the refrigerator going?

    Karyn Arle thanked christina405
  • 8 years ago
    Holy hell that’s a lot of info on pergo.
  • 8 years ago

    I'm so glad you asked these questions, as I'm planning some changes for my kitchen, too.

  • 8 years ago

    Hi Christina! Thanks for asking. I will put it in the corner by my window. I am also considering replacing all the appliances. I'm considering stainless steel but I'm not sure if it matches