Lifestyle expert and author liz marie galvan lizmariegalvan used gallons and gallons of white paint in the transformation of her circa 1800s saltbox style farmhouse the cozy kitchen was no exception where she grounded the airy wrap of pure white cabinets shiplap walls and pine floors with a hunky antique pine island that was likely a former general store counter.
Paint colors for kitchen walls with white cabinets.
The paint color on the walls in this kitchen is sherwin williams pavestone sw7642.
The perfect backdrop for all white cabinets and trim is benjamin moore s swiss coffee oc 45 in an eggshell finish for medium to large spaces or a satin finish in a super small kitchen.
A style we love is using gray and steel blue in the kitchen.
Then dress your kitchen with the neutral paint color then layer on color through cabinetry lighting and decor.
If you choose to paint cabinets be sure to apply two to three coats of paint letting cabinets dry in between coats.
For a warmer look opt for a shade with a yellow undertone.
Ultimately the best advice we can give you is that there really is no wrong choice when it comes to pairing paint colors with white cabinets.
Gray looks beautiful with white cabinets or white crown molding and is a paint color choice that is both timeless and trendy.
This kitchen does a great job balancing the white backsplash and cabinets with warm hues on the walls.
Few hues are more timeless than crisp clean white.