Your home is your fortress and the kitchen is frequently its center. Considering how much time is spent in the space preparing meals and entertaining, it makes sense that it should be comfortable. While some homes have excellent natural lighting, plenty of kitchens appear dark. Andre Kitchen and Bath has several suggestions to help you brighten your kitchen space to make it more welcoming.
Introduce Accents
Brightly colored accents are a great way to instantly make your kitchen appear more cheerful. You can hang up a colorful picture, add fresh flowers or even spruce up your counters with colorful storage containers.
Make Life Colorful
Painting your kitchen is one of the swiftest ways to brighten the space. You can opt for a full kitchen recolor or making one wall a vivid color. This will amplify light and make the space appear more welcoming for all who enter.
New Counters
If you are doing a kitchen renovation or just want to make a change, new counters may be just what you need. Installing light colored countertops in your kitchen will add depth and brightness instantly. You can opt for a full kitchen recolor or making one wall a vivid color.
Cabinet Upgrade
Speaking of cabinets, refurbishing your old ones is an extraordinary way to brighten your space. White, cream or other light colored cabinets are an excellent choice. If your current cabinets are still in good condition, instead of replacing them you can opt for a bright paint job instead.
Watch Your Feet
Your floor is more important to the light in your kitchen than you may realize. The kitchen floor helps to bounce light around the room or reflect light in some cases. For dark kitchens, choosing a light color floor is a superior way to quickly add more illumination. For easy maintenance, you can even opt for a low-sheen finish.
Add Stainless Steel
Stainless steel is a remarkable way to brighten a dark kitchen since it will help catch and reflect light all around the room. You can add stainless steel appliances, accents, and chairs to increase the number of reflective surfaces that are in the space.
Play Up Your Windows
If you only have one window, or a couple poorly lit windows you have to make the most of them. Make sure to avoid blocking them with appliances or objects that reduce the light. If you opt for curtains, use light colors that still allow sunlight to shine through.
Creative Lighting
If your kitchen has pockets of darkness, adding additional fixtures and lighting accents can help. Consider placing LED lights under cabinets, and long hanging spotlights from the ceiling. These will help banish shadows and brighten the space.
How We Can Help
There are numerous ways to bring light into a kitchen with just a few adjustments to your current setup. Andre Kitchen and Bath understands how important your kitchen is to your home and we are here to help. A more vibrant space will make your work easier and make your kitchen more inviting. If you are eager to make your space shine, give us a call at (416) 562-1068 to find out how we can help.
