A white kitchen can safely be called a classic that will never go out of style. This color can have hundreds of shades, and a white kitchen can safely be called a classic that will never go out of style. This color can have hundreds of shades that will fit perfectly into a modern interior. Let's look at what benefits you will get by choosing this color scheme.
Let's look at the color white from different angles
No, we are not talking about shades or features of the influence of lighting. And that color is more than just a tool used in a designer’s work. For example, in therapy there is a whole area dedicated to color and its effect on a person - color therapy. There is also such a thing as color psychology.
Think about what associations white evokes in you? Among the many definitions that come to mind, first of all, I would like to list innocence, openness, lightness, perfection, severity. This color may well take on the role of a symbol of these concepts.
How does white color affect a person?
Gives hope, a feeling of freedom, complacency, inspires, pacifies, relieves various negative emotions.
Pros and cons of color scheme
The two-color design of the headset has both advantages and disadvantages.
Main advantages
1. Lightweight design. Most often, the fronts of the upper cabinets are matched to the color of the walls, this makes it possible to visually lighten the kitchen environment.
2. More light. The light top of the headset helps to expand the space and multiplies the light. The lighter the undertone is chosen, the more illuminated the room will appear, and glossy facades will further enhance this effect.
3. Lack of reference to the area. Combined kitchens look great both in spacious rooms and in conditions of limited space.
4. Neutrality of style. A set with rich lower facades and a lightweight top will be appropriate in a variety of styles: it is suitable for neoclassical and minimalist interiors, it will decorate a Scandi kitchen and will come in handy in classics.
5. Variety of options. The combination of dark and light is not only black and white, but a lot of other options, from catchy and contrasting (for example, light pink + dark blue) to neutral and unobtrusive (milky + dark brown).
6. Timeless relevance. The combined color scheme for the headset has enduring relevance: such a design will be appropriate both today and in decades to come.
7. Independence from configuration. A linear set, a corner set, or any other can be combined.
Key Disadvantages
1. Contrast. Not everyone likes contrasting color combinations in the interior. To reduce the sharpness of the contrast, you can choose the closest variations of the same color for the headset: for example, light gray and dark gray, cream and caramel.
2. Inability to dissolve in space. The set, the upper and lower cabinets of which are matched to the color of the wall finish, visually seems to dissolve in space. With a kitchen where the lower facades are darker than the upper ones, this is more difficult to do.
3. Difficulty of adding to the palette. Often the lightweight top and rich bottom of the kitchen causes certain difficulties with complementing the palette: the combination in itself is quite expressive, and inclusions of any other colors may seem redundant; creating a truly harmonious interior requires a designer’s vision and developed taste.
Fashionable kitchen interiors in white
White kitchens have been at the top of fashion trends for a relatively long time. This does not prevent them from remaining there today. Styles change, designers come up with new accessories, embody their ideas, and white kitchens continue to inspire them.
And almost every year, new products appear on the materials market that help diversify the interior well.
In Russia, such cuisines are less in demand than in other countries. This can be associated with the mentality of our people. After all, as we mentioned earlier: many people think that maintaining cleanliness in such a kitchen costs a lot of work.
But people abroad don’t worry so much about this issue.
But despite all the prejudices, the interior of a white kitchen in a modern style is an excellent choice!
Photo from source: pinterest.ru Cedar countertop 727/1 White granite
Dimensions of corner kitchens
The minimum required total length of the bottom line is 2 meters. But this is already a compromise with a small sink without a wing and a stove with 2 burners.
- Refrigerator 60 centimeters for a built-in one and 60 + 4-10 cm for a free-standing one (gaps for ventilation).
- Hob 60 centimeters for 4 burners and 30 cm for a model with 2 (have you used 3+ at the same time for a long time?)
- Sink 35+ cm.
- Free working area for cutting 50+ cm.
But you want an oven that is not under the stove, a built-in microwave, a larger work area with a sink, and a wall that is not endless. Therefore, corner kitchens are the standard for small spaces. After all, they use 2 walls.
To order turnkey corner kitchen units will cost from $500 per linear meter . The price is approximate and includes the cost of delivery and assembly, so it also depends on the average salary in the city.
The price increases significantly when using expensive retractable fittings with closers, types of facades and countertops. Modern beautiful kitchens will cost from $700 per meter. I, of course, recommend making it to order. A monolithic appearance without gaps is only possible when manufactured to specific dimensions.
Below is a list of required reading materials. I will not repeat the rules from them, although there are many design ideas that are important for a small corner kitchen (and almost each contains 100 photographs):
- Tips for choosing a kitchen - which fittings you can save on and which ones are worth paying a little extra for; what types of opening are more convenient, cheaper and look better; which pens to use, and when you can do without them - I strongly recommend reading.
- Kitchen renovation in Khrushchev and small kitchen design - ideas and rules for balancing between design and practicality.
- Kitchen renovation options for 6 sq.m. — we’ll accommodate the refrigerators and unload the countertops.
- Set for a small kitchen - about facades, location, appliances.
If your budget is limited and you are inclined towards ready-made corner kitchens, then photos and tips will help you choose the best available.
White kitchen - practical or not?
According to quite a large number of people, designing a kitchen in white tones is a wrong choice, because such a room will need frequent and fairly thorough cleaning. Not everyone has time for this.
We will not deny that stains and stains are clearly visible against a white background, because this is true, and the surface will need to be wiped quite often.
But much at this point depends on the materials used. It is quite possible to choose them so that cleaning does not cause any problems or discomfort. For example, if you cover the walls with washable wallpaper or cover everything with decorative tiles.
The material from which the floor is made should be chosen especially carefully. It should have a high level of strength and not be afraid of moisture.
Of course, stylish white kitchens will require maintenance, but they will also guarantee you a great mood and inspiration that will make cleaning a joy!
Recommendations for choosing material
There are more requirements for wallpaper for the kitchen than for other rooms. The most important are:
- Moisture and wear resistance. Washable wallpaper is considered the best for covering kitchen walls; it can be easily wiped with a damp cloth, washed with a sponge and soapy water, and some can be cleaned with soft brushes, if there is an appropriate marking.
- Light fastness. If the laminated wall is constantly exposed to the color of the sun, choose UV-resistant canvases. This is especially important for dark coatings, as they fade faster and lose their original appearance.
Table of symbols on rolls
When purchasing several rolls, be sure to check the batch number - it must be the same, since wallpaper from different batches may differ in shade.
To decorate the design of a white kitchen, wallpaper is suitable that does not deteriorate when washed and cleaned:
- On a non-woven basis. They have increased strength, density, resistance to deformation and fire safety. Made from synthetic fibers and paper;
- Vinyl. White vinyl wallpaper for the kitchen is characterized by plasticity, wear resistance, and protects walls from mold. Made from paper and PVC polyvinyl chloride;
- Photo wallpaper based on vinyl or non-woven fabric - does not absorb odors, resists exposure to sunlight, mold;
- Silkscreen printing. Resistant to high humidity and light, dense, mechanically strong;
- Glass wallpaper - durability, fire safety, paintability, safety.
The texture and pattern of the wallpaper should be combined with the design of the kitchen, textiles, furniture, and emphasize the beauty of the snow-white interior.
If the windows are located on the sunny side, then cool tones of wallpaper - blue, light blue, turquoise - will suit the white kitchen. On a hot day they will give you a feeling of coolness. Silver or foil fabrics are not appropriate, since at midday they will be blinding, even if there are curtains on the windows. It is better to choose a matte, rough or wooden texture.
For kitchens with windows facing north, canvases with a glossy surface in light and warm tones – wheat, yellow, caramel – are suitable.
Secrets to keeping white kitchens clean
Owners of a white kitchen often wonder why a recently sparkling white surface acquires a yellowish tint over time? The answer is simple - it is the influence of the sun's rays! And to prevent such a problem from occurring, hang some beautiful protection on the windows - curtains or blinds.
Photo from source: postel-deluxe.ru Tabletop Cedar 2047/S Country
And, of course, do not forget about timely cleaning - that is, immediately after cooking has been completed. Moreover, in this case it will be much easier to remove stains than when they have time to harden and dry.
At the very beginning of the cooking process, be sure to turn on the hood. It will help eliminate even the smallest particles settling on white surfaces.
Clean the headset monthly with warm water and soapy water. And don’t forget to wipe everything dry after that.
Are the tile joints dirty? To clean them, use a paste that contains vinegar and soda.
Possible wallpaper design for matte and glossy white furniture
Vertical print looks very interesting
The main visual property of gloss is the expansion of the boundaries of space. Mirrored facades of a glossy set can expand a narrow room and raise low ceilings. For wall decoration, designers recommend simple textured wallpaper with a small pattern and no inclusions with a glitter effect.
To visually reduce space, you can use canvases with large images. A small pattern on a light background, on the contrary, will push the boundaries of the kitchen.
Matte facades are usually selected where the emphasis is on the decor and fittings, for example, gold trim on curtains or wallpaper, an apron with natural motifs, a terracotta apron or tabletop.
About the advantages of white kitchen design with photo examples
1) appliances and kitchen utensils look great with white, since both light and dark shades look harmonious with it;
Photo from source: jkuhnya.ru Tabletop Cedar 7051/Q Umbria dark
2) the lighter the shade of white, the wider the space decorated with it will appear. Thus, the lightest shades of white will be the most useful and appropriate in mini spaces. They will make the kitchen elegant and spectacular.
Photo from source: elledecoration.ru
Table top Cedar 0410/S Carrara marble
Kitchen features in black and white
There are several features to consider if you want to create a stylish kitchen space without gloom:
- The selected palette delimits the space. Makes it clear, concise and without flaws.
- Do not use decor with small black details: mosaics, paintings in small frames, posters. This will be very irritating to your eyesight.
- Feel the ratio. Recommended settings are 60:30. In this case, either black or white tone can be taken as a basis.
- Don't forget about splashes of a different color. They will help diversify the environment and make it less boring and primitive. These are various napkins, potholders, dishes.
- The presence of dark and white gloss makes the kitchen clean, fresh and spacious. This effect is acceptable in medium and small rooms.
- For spacious kitchens, it is better to limit yourself to choosing furniture with a matte facade and a prominent apron.
The introduction of the third shade is best done wisely: act with restraint and limitations. Just two or three eye-catching objects are enough to create harmony. They can be a beautiful panel in the area of the hob or sink, a bright cutting board, decorative dishes, or a chic flowerpot on the countertop.
How many shades does white have and how to use them when decorating a kitchen?
What might a white kitchen look like? Photos and references that you see in various print and online publications dedicated to interior design prove that a white kitchen can be very different! This applies not only to the choice of style, but also to the shade. The latter, by the way, plays a huge influence on how warm, cozy, and stylish your kitchen space will be.
Let's give a simple example. If the interior style is intended to be classic, then the optimal choice of shade of white will be: cream, linen, beige, antique white.
By the way, any combination of them looks great with each other. The result is a very formal, open and elegant kitchen space.
Photo from source: artm.pro Tabletop Cedar 111/1 White
White is not an easy color to use. When decorating a room with this color, it doesn’t hurt to be careful, because if you use it in too much quantity, the space may not be psychologically very comfortable.
The best choice for kitchen decoration is warm shades of white, diluted with other colors. The impact of white on the psyche will only be positive.
Photo from source: withknobson.com
Table top Cedar 2182/S Mason beige
We can't help but mention that white is a great background color. Moreover, it doesn’t matter at all what style you choose to decorate your kitchen.
Bright colors
Considering that having only white can seem boring when decorating a kitchen, many people use bright colors. This move is very interesting, because bright colors lift the mood and give the kitchen room richness.
You can diversify your kitchen with a bright countertop or furniture. The most popular are chairs made of translucent plastic with various shades, and household appliances in bright colors.
Particular attention should be paid to curtains, which play an important role in the design of the kitchen. It is also possible to use multi-colored blinds, or photo blinds, which not only diversify the design, but also give the kitchen a modern and complete look.
Indoor flowers can be placed in interesting flower pots. If there are no home flowers, you can use wall stickers in the form of various flowers and exotic plants.
Thanks to bright and rich colors in a white kitchen, a play of colors is achieved that makes the design more interesting and fashionable.
About choosing a kitchen style in white colors
White color can safely be described as unique! It is appropriate in rooms decorated in any style. Therefore, in this matter you can focus solely on your personal preferences.
If you want your kitchen to be the epitome of wealth and luxury, choose a classic style
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What can be attributed to its characteristic features?
- wooden furniture, painted white, decorated with bent legs;
— walls, ceilings, furniture elements can also be decorated in white;
- decoration with gilding over white - this solution gives the interior more elegance;
- textiles made from expensive fabrics in rich colors - add completeness to the classic kitchen interior.
Photo from source: buro-faynblat.com Tabletop Cedar 3027/S Granite white
Do you want the most comfortable kitchen possible? In this case, the best choice would be styles such as Provence, country, and shabby chic. Shades of white fit perfectly into each of them.
Photo from source: pinterest.ru Tabletop Cedar 4948K-52 Breccia Brown
Pastel shades, beige, ivory, lavender will add additional warmth to the kitchen.
It is very important that the room remains completely bright. This applies not only to furniture and decoration, but also to decor, down to the smallest detail.
Loft, minimalism and hi-tech will help you create an ultra-fashionable kitchen
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In such kitchens, it is important to free up the space as much as possible from all unnecessary things. To do this, just think about what are not your kitchen essentials?
Clear lines, as well as the severity of every detail, are the main characteristic features of white kitchens in a modern style. In this case, white takes on the role of the background. Thus, this color becomes the main one in the interior.
If you “spice up” the kitchen space with bright accessories, it will take on a more interesting look.
Photo from source: designwiki.ru Tabletop Cedar 1021/Q Black
Deciding on the style of the kitchen
The glossy white set with a straight design fits in with a modern decor. Photo wallpaper is perfect; light brickwork will look harmonious. Metal fittings and appliances with a chrome surface will fit well into such an interior.
High-tech in the kitchen with white furniture will help you create decorative items. A minimalist or Scandinavian style will be supported by kitchen facades of a closed structure.
The use of natural, eco-friendly materials will emphasize the classic, country and Provence style. Plates on the walls, bouquets of wild flowers, hand-embroidered tablecloths, and curtains will help recreate the rustic flavor.
About design options for a white kitchen in a modern style and beautiful color combinations
White top - wood-like bottom
Wood or its high-quality imitations look great in combination with white. Especially if these are two colors in which the facades of the set are made. For example, the lower modules can be wooden, and the upper ones can be white. And vice versa. Another interesting option is side modules whose facades are the same color as the lower ones.
Photo from source: semihandmade.com Tabletop Cedar 111/1 White
White + black
This duet has become a true embodiment of the classics. Time has no power over it, so kitchens decorated in these colors are always relevant, especially often seen today in modern Scandi. This combination is as contrasting as possible. And this difference looks great both in decoration and furniture.
Black facades will emphasize the brightness of white and add elegance to the kitchen.
Photo from source: tanjavanhoogdalem.nl Tabletop Cedar 811/1 Metallic
It is better to make the dining group white, and decorate the apron with tiles or mosaics in various tones of white. For window space, you can use blinds.
What can be done with black?
Lamps, small pieces of furniture, fittings, frames for pictures and mirrors, a sink, elements, a faucet or even the bottom row of modules will look great in black.
Photo from source: pufikhomes.com Tabletop Cedar 811/1 Metallic
Kitchen with accents in gold and brown tones: beige below and marble top + apron
Beige, brown, gold - all these shades on a white background will make the room even cozier and warmer. A golden hue can be given to handles, fittings and faucets. It can also be found in the upholstery of chairs or sofas. For example, if it is made of velvet with a golden tint.
Photo from source: pinterest.ru
Tabletop Cedar 727/1 Granite white
Perhaps while browsing white kitchens, you have often noticed marble in modern designs. Today this material is very popular in decoration. It goes well with materials such as Corian, porcelain stoneware, tiles and other composite stones. If we talk about choosing a material for finishing a floor or apron, then porcelain stoneware would be the best option.
Photo from source: maestro.ua Tabletop Cedar 7031/Q Bergamo Marble
Remember, the larger the tile, the more similar to natural its appearance should be.
Corian, a composite stone that imitates marble, is ideal for countertops.
White + green
In kitchens that are decorated in a combination of white and green, an atmosphere of peace and tranquility reigns, because green helps tired eyes rest and relaxes the psyche.
What can you design with the color green in this case?
As a rule, these are aprons, textiles, and furniture facades. A white background can give a particularly pleasant look to everything.
Photo from source: imarket.by Tabletop Cedar 1110/S White
Gray + white
The combination of gray and white is used in many modern styles: minimalism, Scandinavian, neoclassical. This color duet is characterized by maximum peace, harmony and tranquility. At the same time, the most successful materials for decorating the space in this case will be artificial stone, marble and porcelain stoneware.
The shade of gray used can be ashen, smoky, stone, taupe or storm cloud.
Photo from source: pinterest.ru Tabletop Cedar 111/1 White
White + orange
Quite a bold combination and a great option for a modern white kitchen. Facades made in orange tones will become an accent part of the interior and will attract attention. Appealing to associations will help make the interior even more interesting. What is orange associated with? The first thing that comes to mind is orange. You can decorate the walls and backsplash with tiles with the image of an orange, use textiles in the same shade, lamps, etc.
Photo from source: pinterest.ru Tabletop Cedar 1110/S White
Blue + white
This color combination also belongs to the classics, but will be most clearly revealed in kitchens decorated in the Art Deco style. To make such a space visually “warmer”, you can dilute it with golden elements. This could be decorative elements or fittings.
If you make all the bottom modules blue and the top ones white, you get a great balance of English country or coastal style.
White countertops made of stone or its high-quality imitation, such as, for example, are available in the catalog of the Kedr factory, will look great.
Photo from source: dailymail.co.uk Table top Cedar 2384/S Greek marble
Red + white
An excellent combination for decorating a kitchen in a modern apartment in Magapolis. The kitchen set itself can be made of MDF, plastic or chipboard. The more metal or chrome details are present in its design, the better.
Photo from source: almode.ru Tabletop Cedar 1012/Cr Ceramics white
Choosing wallpaper from a psychological point of view
Warm colors have a positive effect on appetite and family relationships. Orange and yellow will bring notes of optimism, openness, and sociability to everyday life. Cool tones will help household members lose weight.
For creative people who prefer brightness, red is a good color. In addition, it increases appetite. With a short stay in such a kitchen, a person will be recharged with energy, and with a long stay, he will become overexcited. Therefore, red and white combinations must be done with some caution.
The opposite effect is created by soft green wallpaper for a white kitchen set. They will bring purity, harmony and tranquility, because greenery is associated in the mind with nature and love of life.
For creative individuals, lilac and purple combinations with white are more suitable. This will contribute to the development of creative potential and create an atmosphere of lightness.
Purple wallpaper is suitable for creative people
About choosing a headset shape
This choice is really very important because it directly affects how ergonomic the kitchen will be. During the planning process, furniture of various sizes and configurations is used.
Direct
Optimal for kitchens whose owners cannot complain about not having enough space. Everything, even equipment, fits easily here along one wall.
Photo from source: mebelzlataperm.ru Tabletop Cedar 1021/Q Black
Corner
Such sets are a particularly good choice for small kitchens or those in the interior of which a lot of additional furniture is used - sideboards, sofas, TV areas, etc.
Photo from source: pinterest.ru Tabletop Cedar 3521/S Reed
U-shaped + peninsula
The kitchen in white tones in the photo with a U-shaped set looks incredibly stylish! This is an ideal configuration of a furniture set for decorating kitchens and living rooms, because it provides an excellent opportunity to make a bar counter out of a tabletop in one corner, and simply leave a work surface in the other.
Photo from source: designwiki.ru Tabletop Cedar 7052/FL* Wotan Oak
Corner kitchen design ideas
Corner furniture
If there is a sink in the corner of the kitchen, then there will always be a trash can under it, and a reverse osmosis filter in a hard-to-reach part.
If there is a storage system, then you will have to think about how to implement it.
An expensive and convenient option is a pull-out corner drawer with a closer. Thanks to the extension, you get direct access from above to all items.
In all other options, there is a normal opening on one side, and a deep, hard-to-reach drawer on the other. There are fittings for such corners, but this is the case where it is better to save money at the expense of convenience.
It’s better to install regular doors and store rarely used household appliances (I have a toaster, waffle iron, blender and multicooker).
With window
If you are lucky and the window sill in the kitchen is at a height of +-85 centimeters, you can use the countertop on this wall.
Make a dining table or just 1 more work area instead of a useless window sill. You need to think about this at the finishing stage, while the slopes can be redone.
By the way, we are in:
With bar counter
Build a corner kitchen into an L- or U-shaped one by adding a bar counter.
Now there are comfortable soft bar stools with a backrest. If you need a full-fledged place for sharing meals, a bar counter or bar table is a great alternative and takes up less space.
Modern to the ceiling
Making a kitchen to the ceiling is already an unconditional standard for any location, not just corner ones.
- Modern kitchen design - completely built-in and monolithic.
- Additional storage space. Throw away rarely needed items and use a stepladder a couple of times a year.
- No dust, dirt, or accumulating rubbish on top.
- Hiding the ventilation pipe from the hood.
Not a single ready-made set will do this and will look like boxes hung on the wall.
The ability to make a set up to the ceiling is enough to make you shell out for a custom-made kitchen.
An alternative is a kitchen without upper cabinets, at least on 1 wall. But there are nuances there.
About choosing facades for a white kitchen
The versatility of white gives us endless possibilities for its use. It will be an excellent background not only for a white glossy kitchen, but also for matte, embossed facades. The main thing is to match the style.
Gloss and solid wood fronts, which are varnished, are most appropriate in classics.
Photo from source: dekormyhome.ru Tabletop Cedar 3043/S Semolina gray
Matte sets - for shabby chic, country, Provence.
Photo from source: roomble.com Tabletop Cedar 1012/Cr Ceramics white
Matte and glossy facades look great in minimalism and hi-tech. Here the emphasis shifts from surface type to configuration. An interesting solution would be relief facades of unusual shapes.
Photo from source: designwiki.ru Tabletop Cedar 1021/Q Black
How to make your kitchen beautiful at a reasonable price? Choose facades from the Kedr factory. These are high-quality products, thanks to which the set will serve you for many years! The abundance of available decors ensures that you will find something that will 100% suit your kitchen design.
What companion color can you add to a black and white kitchen?
If someone finds a double combination of shades too boring, you can dilute it with an accompanying additional color, but you should not use more than three colors in the interior. The companion color should either balance the composition or serve as a revitalizing element.
A popular color trio can be achieved by using red shades in a black and white kitchen. It will add freshness and brightness. You can use it in accessories, for example, buy red dishes, arrange red decorative elements, put red covers on chairs.
Notes of green will add richness to a simple interior. You can make an apron using a print of green shades and add green to the design of the tabletop and chairs.
The yellow color will fit perfectly and harmoniously into this design, smoothing out the too sharp contrasts of monochrome color. Yellow stripes or geometric patterns are appropriate on curtains, kitchen facades or aprons. You can also dilute the severity with a yellow vase on a black tabletop.
Gray color is close to this color scheme, but it needs to be balanced correctly, not allowing too much dominance. The gray color used is muted, not too saturated. Basically, it is appropriate for textiles, wall decoration and lighting elements. A gray aluminum chandelier will look beautiful.
Purple shades are considered fashionable and can balance strict shapes. A white apron with a purple image, or glass inserts on the kitchen façade with a purple print, look unusual. The walls can be decorated with white tiles with small purple details.
How to finish the walls, ceiling, and floor surfaces?
A white kitchen is a set and a room as a whole. Therefore, having chosen white as the main color, you need to understand what to make the floor, ceiling and walls. Most designers are of the opinion that it is better to decorate these surfaces with white. White facades against the background of the same walls will look especially elegant. It will also help the room to visually become wider - so that the ceilings do not seem low and the room is narrow.
Photo from source: ivybush.ru
Tabletop Cedar 811/1 Metallic
If white wallpaper for wall decoration still seems too boring to you, you can use special stencils, using them to paint all the necessary places using paint of a different color. It is important that the latter echoes some colors already present in the interior. For example, the colors of appliances, facades, countertops, etc.
For the ceiling, you can use white decorative plaster. It does an excellent job of visually eliminating imperfections.
Types of this plaster - with a three-dimensional pattern/flat/corrugated, etc. Use the option that you like the most.
Stretch ceilings, of course, have not been canceled either.
If we talk about finishing the floor, then when choosing a material, you need to rely, first of all, on the degree of its practicality, because most of all in the kitchen “gets” not only the countertop, but also, first of all, the floor.
Perhaps the best options for floor finishing materials are porcelain stoneware and ceramic tiles. Playing with colors is appropriate here. You can create many interesting options. For example, use white tiles and colored ones that are in harmony with other interior details.
Photo from source: 3ddd.ru Tabletop Kedr 1884/K-52 Cipollino panna
The cost of ceramics and porcelain stoneware is relatively high. Therefore, if you are interested in a more budget option, choose linoleum or laminate.
Which set to choose: matte or glossy
Let's consider an important question that always confronts the buyer with the need to choose. White gloss is pleasing to the eye, looks stylish, the light plays with reflections on it, creating a mirror reflection effect. When caring, frequent polishing is necessary, it is advisable to touch the facades with your hands less.
On a matte surface, marks are less visible, but it also needs to be washed systematically. An interesting solution is to combine different types of surfaces in one kitchen set.
Lifehack! Microfiber cloths and glass cleaners will help clean the facades. Car polishing wipes work great. To avoid scratches, do not use towels or brushes.
Making a kitchen apron
White
Can be made of tiles, glass, bricks, panels. This option will be good in white kitchens whose facades are colored.
Photo from source: mfleko.ru Tabletop Cedar 3230/S Light Sonoma Oak
Grey
This apron will make a super duet with every shade of white that exists. This is a suitable option for loft, minimalism, and industrial. If we talk about the materials used, the most appropriate ones are natural/artificial stone, concrete, decorative plaster.
Photo from source: couchstyle.de Table top Cedar 1205/BR Diamond light gray
Color
It could be mosaic, photo printing, decorative plaster, just colored tiles - there are many options (ceramic, matte, structured, brickwork, natural wood). The main thing is that the material provides reliable protection for the wall from dampness, steam, temperature fluctuations and dirt. In white kitchens, bright colored backsplashes will look especially cool.
Photo from source: designwiki.ru Tabletop Cedar 7110/1A White crystal
Contrasting
Blue-black, red-gray, black-white... there are unlimited combinations. A solution that looks 100% interesting. Contrasts can be sharp/soft - choose at your discretion. Remember: this backsplash looks best in kitchens that are decorated entirely in white.
Photo from source: inmyroom.ru Tabletop Cedar 1021/Q Black
Space without borders
The interior of a spacious kitchen is limited solely by the imagination of the owners and designers. A wide variety of ideas are suitable for such a room: from an all-black design with bright accents to different combinations in a wide variety of proportions. Linear, island, and corner furniture options are appropriate here. Both wallpaper and panels are glued to the walls, and you can also choose paint.
Here are some harmonious ideas for the overall design:
- The black glossy ceiling is complemented by several dark details or part of the kitchen facades. For such a solution, never choose a completely black set. A plain dark top can be complemented by combined facades: then the top is mostly white and the bottom is black. Corner headset options look interesting in such rooms. Here you can play it the other way around: make the top dark, and white the apron and partially the lower facades.
The photo shows a kitchen with a black ceiling.
- Black flooring is a completely standard solution for a spacious kitchen in such a contrasting combination. It may well be symmetrical with a glossy stretch ceiling, and the entire space around will be snow-white: wallpaper, appliances, furniture, skins, dining area, curtains.
The photo shows a black floor in a snow-white kitchen.
- A room looks without boundaries and walls when one or even two corner walls are made of glass: as a rule, this is an exit to the courtyard of a private house, to a terrace or balcony. In this case, the space is formed around three and sometimes two walls. Then a dark set, wallpaper and skins - all this is perceived quite easily and harmoniously.
Lighting Features
Good location of lighting fixtures - what is it like in a white kitchen? Here it is important to achieve a space that is flooded with light. White will not tolerate darkness. He loves bright light around the clock. Therefore, the right decision would be to install spotlights in large quantities.
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However, it should be noted that this technique will look great in modern interiors, but not in classic ones. If you have a classic kitchen, you can install wall sconces instead of spotlights.
Having natural light is also very important. It should not be forgotten and should be used to the maximum.
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Scandinavian classic
A white kitchen is a typical design solution for the Scandinavian style. Often a mixture of cool grays, blues, indigo or dusty pinks is added to this style direction.
Another typical feature of the Scandinavian interior is natural materials, so wood is almost always chosen as the material for the countertop.
Open rails, slate boards, and various jars for storing food can also be called typical Scandinavian decor.
We correctly place accents
The main fear of those who have chosen a white kitchen design is that the room will seem uncomfortable and sterile, like a hospital ward. It will be quite difficult to stay in it for a long time. Mixtures of other shades and colors will be a real salvation. Which ones and where? We are considering options:
1) If you are interested in white kitchens in a modern style, consider such an interesting option as colored appliances. For example, a red refrigerator will become a bright accent.
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2) Apron - looks great if the set is 100% white;
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Tabletop Cedar 111/1 White
An apron made of bright ceramics also looks great.
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Glass apron - suitable for kitchens in a modern style. A white glossy kitchen will make a particularly successful duo for them.
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The apron and floor are made of porcelain tiles that imitate marble - if you use the same tiles to finish the floors in the bathroom, toilet, corridor, loggia, hallway, the design will be uniform. It looks as harmonious as possible.
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Loft-style “hog” tiles - regardless of color - light/pastel/bright - such bricks always look great on a backsplash. Especially if the kitchen is in a loft or scandi style.
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An accent apron in a bright color will add liveliness to the interior and create the right mood and theme. For example, if you would like to maintain a spring mood, make the apron yellow, and if you want to feel eternal summer, use blue shades, like the sky or sea.
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Tabletop Cedar 4091/Q Damask steel
3) Curtains/curtains in window openings will add individuality to the interior;
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Tabletop Cedar 4040/S Antares
4) A tablecloth, colorful chairs, lamps can also successfully dilute an all-white interior.
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5) The furniture in the dining area is black;
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6) Black floor;
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A floor surface with geometric motifs - this can be ceramic parquet, herringbone parquet, porcelain tiles with decor/metal inserts, as well as porcelain tiles imitating marble with inserts made from various rocks. In any case, it will be better if a professional develops the design.
Ceramic tile finishes look great because they are the easiest to clean off dirt. “Chess” is one of the most successful patterns.
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Countertop Cedar 713/1 Black granite
Wood boards of various shades and white laminate will also look very nice.
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Table top Cedar 9022/S Whitened Oak
7) Colored accessories;
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Don't want to make a large bright spot? Then use small color accents. For example, dishes, small household appliances, etc.
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Confused by an empty wall? Decorate it with a pop art painting. This is a bright style, so the picture will not require any additions.
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Lavender bunches, clay pots, bunches of onions, copper dishes are an excellent option for a kitchen in Provence, shabby chic or country style.
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9) Vase with a flower bouquet;
10) Ripe fruits on a dish standing on the table;
11) Chandeliers, fittings and other accessories in a golden hue - perfectly accentuate the beauty of the set;
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13) Lamps made of chromed metal, bronze;
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14) Solid wood elements - will give the interior a natural feel;
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15) Plants in colored pots;
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16) Ivory, cream, pearl elements will make the room more elegant;
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17) Art Deco furniture - will add maximum sophistication and chic to your kitchen. The presence of such objects in the space immediately makes the interior status higher. It can be used for both neoclassical and laconic design. In any case, it will look very good!
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Tabletop Cedar 1021/Q Black
18) Decorating the walls with moldings - will look great in the dining area if you have a kitchen-dining room. This will give the space a European style and make it more aristocratic.
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Table top Cedar 6651/Qr Greek Travertine
19) False columns made in a classical style are typical for baroque, classical interiors. They can be in white or any other light shade, as well as with or without gold patination.
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Features of choosing wallpaper, curtains and decor
The choice of finishing and decor will depend on the interior style and color scenario. In a monochrome kitchen, you can use decor to support a dark countertop by using small objects in the interior as black accents. For example, a bold and unusual decision would be to make black curtains in the kitchen to match the black countertop or paint one of the walls black. The last option, by the way, is an excellent technique for creating optical illusions: a black wall visually dissolves the boundaries of the room and creates a feeling of endless space, which is very important for a small kitchen.
If in the interior, in addition to black, white and their shades, other colors are used, then with the help of wallpaper, curtains and decor you can harmoniously distribute tones and place bright accents.
Notice how the colors are distributed in this interior in the photo below. Upholstered kitchen chairs serve as bright spots. The main emphasis is placed on them, but in the overall color scheme blue occupies no more than 20%. A blue glass vase neatly and unobtrusively emphasizes the main accent and does not argue with it. Wooden elements in the design of the floor and chair legs act as a second shade and further soften the black and white contrast.
Trends for 2022
1. Expanded buffet area
Most often, the buffet area is built directly into the suite. But previously, buffets with glass doors were always located separately, next to the dining table. At this point, it's amazing how varied the buffets have become!
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2. Sliding doors between the living room and kitchen
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One of the most fashionable solutions today, which is used to separate the kitchen area from the living/dining area. Fits perfectly into any style. Can be transparent/multi-colored.
3. Mosaic panel on an accent apron
It can really be made from small glass particles, or it can be imitated using a high-quality print made on porcelain stoneware.
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4. Sink in the same color as the countertop
This solution always looks more beautiful and neat compared to contrasting options. But there are exceptions: in a loft the contrast will look more appropriate.
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5. Chairs/armchairs of different colors in the dining area
It looks very unusual and non-standard. Here you can make the most interesting combinations: emerald + burgundy + blue + dark blue + pale yellow + pink, etc.
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6. Kitchen top and apron made of natural granite
Looks great in white kitchens, the interior of which is made in a classic/neoclassical style. The stone itself can be gray-white-brown, gray-white-black, red-black-gray, beige-white-black and other colors.
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7. Suspended ceilings with stained glass
An excellent alternative to standard solutions, if your budget allows.
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What style does it suit?
A glossy set with straight lines will suit a modern style and will go well with bright photo wallpapers, white brickwork, metal fittings and chrome kitchen appliances.
The photo shows a linear set without fittings in a minimalist style, where all the dishes are hidden from prying eyes. It creates a feeling of spaciousness and cleanliness.
The high-tech style is created with the help of a white set and functional decorative items (chalk board, chandeliers), and minimalism and Scandinavian style with the help of closed kitchen facades.
Provence, country and classic styles imply natural materials; white furniture made of solid wood or MDF with carvings is suitable here. A rustic style is created with the help of wall plates, wildflowers, crocheted tablecloths, embroidered kitchen napkins and curtains.
The photo shows a corner set with a dining table-island in the center, where the sink is functionally located by the window, and the corner is occupied by an additional pencil case.
The white color in the classics is complemented by gilded fittings, graceful legs and expensive upholstery (leather, brocade, velvet); the more luxurious the kitchen furniture, the more neutral the wallpaper.
The photo shows a kitchen in a classic style, where appliances are not disguised, but are combined with luxury.
Art Deco creates an abundance of white, black and white patterned floors and glass surfaces (splashback, table, accent wall).
Wall base color for white kitchens
Many people think that white is the only color that does not have halftones. However, this is not the case; interior designers will confirm that there is:
- warm – yellowish, creamy or milky (goes well with warm colors);
- cold – crystal clear, bluish subtone (combined with the cold part of the spectrum);
- a pearly gray tone, which does not tolerate proximity to white, appears “dirty” against its background; it is used only in contrast with something dark.
For a classic design, choose facades with decor in the form of moldings, milling and overlays. The surfaces are usually matte.
This is important to know when choosing white wallpaper for the same furniture. Their shades look different in daylight and evening light, especially if there is a matte and glossy background or a blurred pattern next to each other.
Note! Monochrome wallpaper under the same white set in the kitchen creates a special effect - the furniture “gets lost” against this background. Such a kitchen looks “sterile”, but lifeless. It's a good idea to add a few pops of color to liven up the design, or add some color variation to the walls.
Wallpaper is an important component of the interior of a room. The overall color tone and style of the kitchen depends on the color and texture of the walls.
Advantages and disadvantages of a white glossy set
This type of kitchen arrangement has many advantages:
- Versatility - most manufacturers offer a large selection of kitchen furniture in white. In addition, it is very easy to choose decorative elements and accessories for it. White furniture goes perfectly with different interior styles and finishing materials, so decorating a kitchen with it will not be difficult.
- Excellent color compatibility - white color can be easily combined with all existing shades, without restrictions. White color in a kitchen interior can act as both a primary and an additional color shade.
- Variety of shades - paradoxically, white color consists of a huge number of shades that are ideal for arranging kitchens. The most popular are creamy, milky, creamy, powdery, pearl, zinc tones. When making furniture for kitchens, shades of ivory, eggshell, cotton, baked milk, flax, chalk, lily and many others are often used.
- The beneficial effect is that this color is very well perceived by the human psyche. He is not aggressive or annoying. And even if the white color in the kitchen gets a little boring, you can always diversify the room by adding a few fresh shades to the interior.
- Practicality - white glossy surfaces are ideal for arranging a kitchen, as smudges, fingerprints and splashes of water are practically invisible on them. The owner immediately wipes away any stains that appear on such a surface, so the set always remains clean - while on dark facades the stains are invisible, so dirt gradually accumulates on them.
- Functionality - the use of white color is possible in a wide variety of popular interior styles. This color never goes out of style. A white set with glossy facades will be popular not only today, but also in many years to come.
As for the disadvantages of white glossy surfaces, they are practically non-existent. The only thing every housewife should remember is that such a set will have to be looked after more carefully, constantly keeping it clean.
Materials for white glossy kitchens
Plastic
Plastic kitchens suddenly became popular in mid-2022. Consumers rated them for:
- Cheapness. Of all materials, plastic is the hardest.
- Easy to clean. The porosity of the plastic is minimal, so any dirt can be removed with a damp cloth.
- Moderate reliability. Thanks to additives, plastic furniture has become much stronger and more reliable.
This is an ideal material for the kitchen, as any dirt can be removed from it without any problems. The only thing that keeps plastic from leadership is:
- Softness. It is much softer than knife steel, so it is easy to scratch.
- Low heat resistance. Even splashes of hot oil can leave marks, not to mention an open flame.
Tree
With wood the situation is the opposite: it is expensive and demanding to clean. As a rule, it is coated with varnish or oil - this is a protective layer that prevents moisture from entering. Over time, it wears off and the wood begins to actively absorb water.
But it is reliable and solid. It is not so easy to damage a wooden tabletop with a knife, and besides, it is not afraid of temperatures.
The gloss of a wooden white kitchen will not wear off for a long time. And if this happens, the surface can always be updated. A good wooden set will last at least 20-25 years without major repairs.
Please note that the benefits of wood do not apply to wood-based panels such as MDF and chipboard. Their service life is several times shorter, and only a plastic (veneer) sticker serves as protection. Over time, it peels off and all the moisture present in the air is drawn inside.
Stone
Combines the advantages of plastic and wood:
- Strength. Granite hardness is 8 Moss points. It is basically impossible to scratch it with a kitchen knife.
- Easy to clean. Glossy stone kitchen facades just need to be wiped with a cloth. Polished marble or granite feels like glass. The pores are so small that food or fat are simply unable to clog in them.
- Durability. The stone is not subject to temporary degradation or aging. In 50-60 years, the kitchen will look the same as it did at the time of purchase.
But this does not mean that a stone kitchen set is without disadvantages:
- Price. Natural stone is several times more expensive than good wood. Considering that most marble sets are made to order, the price can be comparable to an inexpensive car. In this regard, many choose artificial stone (not imitation!). This is the same granite or marble, but made in a factory.
- Fragility. A falling pan or pot can break off a piece of the countertop. By the way, there is no repair - only replacement.
