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jshefty

Gray or White Kitchen Cabinets?

8 years ago

I am trying to decide what kitchen cabinet color I should choose for a new build, gray or white? The wall color is SW repose grey, Granite/Backsplash fantasy brown granite, and the backsplash is 3x6 silver tumbled stone. Flooring is Olympia brown wood tile. There is also a large island that I was thinking of painting a darker color grey regardless. Any thoughts?


Cabinets?

SW Eider White

SW Gauntlet Gray

SW Dovetail




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  • 8 years ago

    I would want a true white against Repose Gray. Gray on gray is too monotonous for me. Contrast is a good thing as far as I am concerned. I would find something like BM Chantilly Lace- a nice strong white. Otherwise that gorgeous counter and your cabinets will all recess into a murky gray pool.

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