Deciding Between Light and Dark Kitchen Cabinets

Kitchen remodeling in NH and MA can be so much fun! Because you’re designing your space to be exactly what you want, you have the option of choosing between a number of styles and colors for difference finishes, including your kitchen cabinets. There are so many reasons to go with either light or dark cabinets. Norfolk knows this can be a difficult decision, and want to lend a little advice we’ve collected over the years about this decision.

When in search for an open and airy kitchen feel, light cabinets are often the way to go. Lighter cabinets are a timeless addition, can be mixed with a number of finishes, backsplashes, and countertops, and are often considered a “fresh” approach to kitchen design. If you’re working with a smaller, darker space, light cabinets will make your room feel larger.

Sometimes, our customers are looking for a contrast in their kitchen space, and dark cabinets can help create that balance. Seen as a cozy and comfortable option, darker cabinets are often associated with a formal kitchen setting. Not only are darker stains significantly easier to keep clean, choosing a more ornate cabinet door design would look great.

Of course, there are always opens that are somewhere in the middle! Luckily, when you work with businesses like Norfolk, you have a wide variety of options at a number of different price points. No matter what you’re searching for, there are cabinets that will match your style preferences and budget.

If you’re still having trouble coming to a conclusion, consult an experienced kitchen designer at Norfolk Kitchen & Bath. We work to help our customers make this decision, and have the design eye you need to understand why a lighter or darker cabinet might work better for your space. Give us a call today at (877) 336-9652.