Sometimes it s as simple as choosing the right color for the walls.
Gray walls with dark wood cabinets.
One area where it has become common is in kitchen cabinets.
View in gallery in the case of a darker shade of gray you can use this rocky beach tone on the walls.
Cool gray produces a subdued contrast which adds depth and dimension to a space while warm gray blends beautifully with rich dark wood.
One common reason why homeowners avoid grey is the color s association with dullness modesty and boredom.
The grey tones in this kitchen go well with the white walls and dark granite countertops.
Dark natural wood cabinetry and island support dark marble countertops over grey stone flooring.
The warmth of the wood floor gives contrast to the otherwise neutral color palette.
If you have oak or honey toned wood cabinets and want to refresh your kitchen consider painting the walls in today s neutrals such as soft blue grays greens and neutral beiges.
This unobtrusive color blends well with dark wood creating low contrast serene effects.
When paired with dark kitchen cabinets gray can either create contrast or harmony.
There are lots of contrasting finishes going on in this transitional kitchen hardwood floors a natural stone accent wall dark grey cabinets and a waterfall marble island contribute to the unique rustic design.
When combined with dark wood gray paint makes rooms look calm and elegant.
Another effect that gray walls crete is that they enhance the natural undertones of dark wood cabinetry.
More and more homeowners are opting out of the popular all white or wood brown cabinet styles to try out grey painted kitchen cabinets.
Zillow digs tm bold use of light marble on countertops and entire wall extending from backsplash space stands in contrast with cherry wood cabinetry and hardwood flooring through this open plan kitchen.
Bluish grays flatter mahogany by accentuating its depth while greenish grays enhance walnut trim.
While going for dark colors may seem to go against the accepted perception that a kitchen should have bright and warm colors you might be surprised at how well it works for most kitchens.
View in gallery the transition from gray to white is really smooth with such a light shade.
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Gray can enhance woods like cherry and maple bringing out their burgundy tones.
View in gallery opt for darker shades of gray to create visual contrasts.
The dark grout on the tiled backsplash complements the cabinets.