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Create a New Look: Paint Your Kitchen Cabinets

Color Store • January 14, 2025

You know it's time for a kitchen refresh when you feel more tired than inspired when you spend time in the space—but did you know that you don't have to splurge on a full remodel to get a new look for your kitchen?

jamin Moore White Dove OC-17 on kitchen cabinets near Des Moines and Waukee, Iowa (IA) and Omaha, Nebraska (NE)

A fresh coat of paint on kitchen cabinets can make the entire space feel brand new. Paint is a quick, easy, and budget-friendly way to transform your space. Whether you go for a fresh coat of classic white, a trendy two-tone design, or color drench the room bold hues, your Color Store team is here to help you brush up on how to paint your kitchen cabinets in style to create a new look for the kitchen!

Brighten Up with a Fresh Coat of Classic White

Nothing says a kitchen refresh better than a coat of classic white paint to the cabinets! It is a foolproof way to breathe new life into your space. In a traditional home, imagine these cabinets complete with polished nickel hardware with a herringbone tile backsplash. The result? A crisp, bright kitchen that radiates charm, creating the perfect gathering spot for cozy family meals.

Start by removing the cabinet doors, cleaning them thoroughly, and lightly sanding the surface. Apply Benjamin Moore ADVANCE® Interior Paint in a classic white like White Dove OC-17 for a flawless finish. Use a brush for grooves and a roller for flat areas for the most even coverage.

Create Drama with Two-Tone Kitchen Cabinets

Two-tone kitchen cabinets add a ton of depth and personality to kitchens! Typically, lighter shades like Simply White OC-117 are used for upper cabinets to make the space feel open and airy. Then, richer tones, such as Hale Navy HC-154, ground the lower cabinets.

In the contemporary home that emphasizes minimalism, the two-tone cabinet look offers just the right amount of contrast and interest without unnecessary embellishment. Consider the colors that go best with the appliances surrounding them, such as the white and navy example above, or other combinations, including light gray and black, cream and soft green, warm taupe and deep brown, or soft beige and rich green.

Go Bold with Deep, Moody Hues

If you're feeling more of a dramatic refresh when you paint kitchen cabinets, a coat of a single bold color creates your kitchen's striking new focal point. A few bold, moody hues to consider include:

Cinnamon Slate 2113-40: Benjamin Moore’s Color of the Year 2025, a complex brown neutral with interesting purple untertones.
Dinner Party AF-300: Bold and refined burgundy.
Newburg Green HC-158: Deep teal with classic appeal.
Raccoon Fur 2126-20: Sleek, sophisticated black-gray.
Van Deusen Blue HC-156: Timeless blue with subtle gray undertones.

In a rustic farmhouse, or modern space, these moody cabinets look particularly stunning alongside butcher block countertops and hanging lantern light fixtures. Imagine an earthy, inviting kitchen with rich, jewel-toned cabinets as the centerpiece, bringing forth the tones of nature just outside.

A New Look for Your Kitchen Starts at the Color Store

Your new kitchen look is just a paint coat away! Our team at the Color Store is here to help you create the kitchen of your dreams with expert advice, unmatched service, and premium Benjamin Moore paints.

As your locally owned store servicing Des Moines and Waukee, Iowa, Omaha, Nebraska, and the surrounding areas for 35+ years, we take pride in offering a personalized experience you simply will not find at big chains.

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