Good Green Gray Paint Color for Cabinets
Believe it or not, color has a serious impact on our brains. While many people (85%) say that color is the main reason for ultimately purchasing particular items, the colors we surround ourselves with on a daily basis really affect the way we feel. Green , for instance, has long been associated with new life and refreshment and also with peace and security. These are feelings we want more and more to associate with our homes in such a tech-based, fast-paced world. And it's one of the reasons that green paint is making a comeback in American homes.
What Are the Most Popular Green Paint Colors?
The most popular green paint colors are ones that don't shout at you. Pastel, muted, even lighter grey-toned greens are good choices for cabinet colors—think sage or mint. They can still make a statement, but will also have longevity in your home and kitchen style.
PROJECT DETAILS
Cabinetry Paint: Green Blue by Farrow & Ball
Backsplash: Subway Ceramic Tile
Drip Edge: Oiled Plain Sawn White oak
Hardware: Ceramic
Floors: Custom Concrete Painted Tile
Cabinetry Design: CS Cabinetry
One such color is Green Blue by Farrow & Ball . It's soft and subtle but still pops in this laundry, paired with white subway tile backsplash and a fun accent floor.
But for all the positives I could give you in terms of soft and subtle greens, I am someone who loves a bold, deep color. Even for a kitchen.
This is why one of my favorite green paint colors is Salamander by Benjamin Moore .
PROJECT DETAILS
Wall + Shelving Paint: Salamander by Benjamin Moore
Floors: Plain Sawn White Oak
Cabinetry Design: CS Cabinetry
Home Design: The Fox Group
It's a deeply saturated green that emotes security and confidence. It would even look beautiful in the right kitchen, paired with white or more natural hues, as seen in this custom home office. Salamander is a fairly safe choice, as far as trends are concerned, while a bolder green like Calke Green by Farrow & Ball makes a stronger statement in terms of the ebb and flow of popularity. If you want a smaller space to make that statement, a bathroom vanity would make a great choice.
How Do I Know Which Green Paint to Use?
How to choose the right green paint is mostly a matter of context. As I mentioned to Better Homes & Gardens on the subject , you should really paint large samples in your space to see how it plays in the light of the room, as well as how well it will complement furniture and other design choices. That will definitely help mitigate paint choice anxiety.
PROJECT DETAILS
Vanity Paint Color: Custom Matched to Wallpaper
Vanity Style: Queen Anne inspired
Floors: Penny Tile
Cabinetry Design: CS Cabinetry
Matching green paint to an existing wallpaper tone is another popular way to ensure you're choosing the right color of green paint for your kitchen or bathroom.
And just another note to add—if you're looking for one of those subtle greens, you should always search out paint samples with the word "grey" in them as they can often appear green when painted in large areas and in certain lighting.
PROJECT DETAILS
Cabinet Paint: French Gray by Farrow & Ball
Floors: Flagstone
Cabinet Design: CS Cabinetry
Hardware: Painted Maple
Is Green a Good Kitchen Color?
Green can be a beautiful paint color for the kitchen. Again, most people tend toward the safety of a muted, pastel green whereas I often like the striking contrast of a deep green like Salamander. The one thing I would be cautious of when picking green paint for the kitchen is a bolder, more "pure" or primary green.
Studio Green by Farrow & Ball is a favorite of my friend Caitlin Creer , designer and co-founder of Foundation Goods . It's a gorgeous green with a dark and rich tone.
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What Other Colors Go with Green?
Because individual shades of green vary so greatly, you'll want to of course consider your exact green paint before deciding on other finishing options like wood stain and hardware.
PROJECT DETAILS
Cabinet Paint: Pigeon by Farrow & Ball
Floors: White Oak
Cabinet Design: CS Cabinetry
Home Design: Lucca Design
Choosing a natural wood stain or sticking with white accents is always going to be safe bets when matching with green paint in a kitchen or other space. Hardware finishes that fit with greens can range from polished nickel to brushed brass. I've also used white ceramic, clear glass, and even monochromatic painted drawer pulls and handles to great effect in various spaces.
PROJECT DETAILS
Vanity Paint Color: Blue Grey by Farrow & Ball
Floors: Hexagon Marble
Hardware: Polished Nickel
Cabinetry Design: CS Cabinetry
Good Green Gray Paint Color for Cabinets
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