What surface colour suits your dream kitchen?

What style is your dream kitchen? Are you a fan of modern? Industrial? What about the uber popular Scandi look? Whatever kitchen style you’re lusting after, this guide will help lead you to the perfect surface colour -

The humble kitchen is more than just a place to prepare dinner, it’s the heart of every home. So when you decide to renovate or build this important space, the pressure is on to nail your dream vibe. How are you supposed to know what surface to pick though? Especially when hundreds of colours and variants are thrust in your face.

Let’s look at what colours suit what styles best — hopefully it makes your decision a bit easier!

For something modern — go bold with pops of colour!

If you want a kitchen space that reflects your quirky and eclectic style — then why not be eye-catching with vibrant and daring surfaces and fixtures.

Photo courtesy of Laminex

A great way to insert some colour without going over the top is with splashbacks. If you plan it right, a crazy colour can act as a feature for what is usually quite a neutral space.

Colour swatches from Laminex

Use soft tones for a retro look.

Whilst some want to catapult their spaces into the future, others love to reminisce on the good ol’ days with vintage styling. Things like glass panes on cabinet doors, pastel accessories and wicker storage.

So what surface compliments this look the most? Greys are a popular choice, along with blacks to create contrast or whites for a crisp palette. Another key to create the look is to use a natural stone or engineered stone with rich veining.

(From top to bottom) White Attica, Vanilla Noir & Statuario Nuvo from Caesarstone

For industrial perfection — go grey.

For a hip kitchen that transports you to a loft in New York, use an array of greys across your benchtops, floors and appliances. To add warmth and a bit of contrast to the space, natural woods will do the job.

To visualise what we’re talking about — check out the Volcano line from Silestone or the ultra-shiny XGloss series from Dekton.

Wood + white = Scandi space

A match made in heaven, light wood cabinets combined with light coloured or white fixtures make for a perfect Scandi space.

Albeit refined, this scheme isn’t plain — the combination of colours and textures is warm and inviting. Don’t be afraid of being too basic, sometimes a simple white or black surface is all you need for a knockout kitchen.

You could incorporate something like these wooden panels that SteedForm did for Adelaide Oval!

Keep it natural for a rustic space.

For a hint of countryside in your kitchen, accentuate your wooden furnishings with organic looking work surfaces — either a natural stone or engineered stone. A large combination of colours will suit this space, in particular whites, greys and creams — or even something outside the box like a moss green!

If all else fails — white will work.

White works for everything from traditional to ultra modern. Both calming and fresh, white is sure to never age and matches everything. At SteedForm you’d be shocked to see how many different shades and variants of white we work with.

Not only do they look beautiful, but white surfaces can also help a pokey space feel bigger. It’s the ultimate blank slate, giving you free reign over your styling — why not experiment with pops of colour with funky accessories, bar stools or art?

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Here at SteedForm, no matter the style or colour you’re after — we’ve got you covered. Reach out today!

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