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Is white a good color for a kitchen?

“The color you paint your kitchen will have a huge impact on the overall look and feel of your space. And while neutrals are favored in almost every room of the home, is white a good color for a kitchen?It’s long been considered a go-to kitchen color idea, but have white kitchens had their time? It might be a classic neutral, but kitchens need to be durable and hardwearing – just think about all the stains and splatters from cooking and food prep.So, is it a timeless hue or a boring shade of the past? We’ve asked designers and color experts whether white is a good color for a kitchen or if something else is taking its place.” Click here to continue...

The “New Neutral” Kitchen Cabinet Color

“If you’ve fallen prey to the allure of white cabinets in the past decade, you’re not alone — and it isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Whether in your own kitchen or all over your social media feeds, white can feel like the most versatile, resale-friendly option, and that can definitely be true. But in case you’re curious about what else is on the market, there’s another, equally appealing neutral out there that designers can’t get enough of: Accessible Beige by Sherwin-Williams.” Click here to continue...

The sustainable kitchen

“During a renovation, refinishing or updating existing pieces is the most sustainable choice. If you must buy new, consider the environmental impact of your options—from how the raw materials are sourced, to the manufacturing and shipping process, to the item’s eventual disposal when it’s time to upgrade again. “ Click here to continue...

Why Designers Love—and Hate—Open-Concept Kitchens

“Whether you’re in the process of tackling a reno or are building a home from scratch, you know that designing a kitchen is no small feat. Before you can even get into the nitty-gritty like choosing your appliance types and selecting countertop finishes, you’ll want to determine the ideal layout for your space.” Click here to continue reading. ...

150 Shades of Gray

Did you know the trend towards gray interiors started in Scandinavia? It wasn’t until about eleven years ago when the color caught on in the United States. Rather than become passé, the popularity of gray continues to rise. According to Andrea Magno of Benjamin Moore, gray interiors are evolving and they’re seeing an increase of gray on cabinetry and trims. But picking the best shade of gray for your home can be tricky. Since grays have undertones of blue, purple or green, you’ll want the shade that’s compatible with the surrounding tiles, furnishings and fabrics. For instance, there’s a big difference between cool and warm grays.  Cool grays are better for modern interiors while warm grays work better in traditional homes. There’s also a middle ground often referred to as French grays. Traditionally trims around gray are lighter shades of gray or whites. Now we’re seeing more trims in the same or even a darker gray.  Laurie Pressman, vice president of the Pantone Color Institute agrees. She sees gray with gray trim as a trend and feels people should give more grays a chance. If you’re ready for gray walls, cabinets or trims, it’s best to get samples of your three favorite grays and paint a poster board with each one. Check them out over a period of one day (or more) to see how they appear in varying degrees of light. This way you get it right the first...