An exciting moment - kitchen renovation - is nearing completion. Finishing work is almost completed and only one question remains unresolved: the kitchen set and the color of the countertop for it. I really want the new furniture to be comfortable in all respects, serve for a long time and preferably, not empty the wallet. So let's try to think together on what to stop after all.
Kitchen worktops: assortment options
The most budgetary are countertops made of such material as chipboard and MDF with a plastic coating. Their price, of course, is attractive, but in the ecological aspect they pose a certain threat. If you have absolutely no choice, and you are forced to be content with this option, then look for pre-prepared furniture with increased impermeability and fire resistance. A countertop that has not gone through such hardening will not last more than a year.
choose the color of the countertop in the kitchen
More promising options with tiled lining. They are initially moisture resistant, do not lose their color qualities and are perfectly exploited.
Stainless steel countertop in the middle price category. Its surface is matte, corrugated and mirror. Disadvantage: lack of variety in the choice of countertop colors. It is quite successfully compensated by engraving.
In the upper echelon, stone surfaces. Naturally, artificial materials are somewhat cheaper than natural ones. They outperform the latter in terms of performance, because they can withstand temperature fluctuations perfectly, while natural stone may well burst under thermal stress. They do not absorb imitators and moisture, as, for example, porous marble does. But the natural stone in the countertops emphasizes the high social status of the owner, and for some categories of consumers this is the most important indicator.
light countertop in harmony with the color of the furniture
Color matching options
In principle, there are no specific rules for choosing the color of the countertop. The main thing here is that the surface itself does not seem alien to the interior of the kitchen, and, therefore, it should be combined with surfaces such as an apron and facades. In order not to make a mistake, do not hesitate to combine the countertop sample with the facade catalog samples when buying, and if you decide in advance on the desired color scheme, the selection process will be much faster.
The options are plentiful, and each of them is good in its own way. There are no bad or good schemes, you are free to choose what suits you the most. If you settled on a white kitchen, then it will suit the countertop in neutral colors, imitating the structure of stone or wood. In the first case, black or gray is preferred. Wood imitation should be light. Dark colors will put pressure on such a kitchen and deprive it of grace.
yellow worktop dilutes the sterile white kitchen design
The color of the countertop in a multicolor kitchen
Kitchens in bright colors, according to the rules, are complemented by neutral countertops. Priority colors are:
- Beige.
- Woody.
- Marble.
- Black.
When choosing a shade, countertops are based on the “temperature” of the facades and the depth of their color saturation. Warm options, made in orange, yellow or red solutions, are best suited for cream or brown countertops. In "cold" headsets, marble and gray versions of work surfaces look more impressive.
dark countertop in a multicolored kitchen
A perfectly white countertop is a versatile option. She is a great companion in any color scheme. If you want an elegant, delicate kitchen, choose white countertops, but if you like brutal options, then you can’t do without a black surface.
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The black and white duet is a classic combination, so it will never lose its relevance. However, such a decision requires a careful approach, because, playing on the contrasts of the colors of the countertops and fronts, you always run the risk of. The dark color is perceived quite hard, so you should make sure that the contrast is not too sharp. Black should not be much, only in this case he will be able to create an atmosphere of some mystery and give depth to the space. The surface of a dark countertop must be glossy. In this case, there is a chance to get a wonderful design effect and a white kitchen is guaranteed not to turn out to be boring.
pale green countertop in a white kitchen
By and large, a worktop in luxurious black will go well with headsets of any color, although white facades, in this case, are the most chic. The classics of the genre always have an elegant and noble look. Agree, a white set is stylish, and the tabletop can be matched to it with any texture and from any material. By the way, for a black countertop, furniture fronts can be chosen not only in white, but also in a shade of baked milk.
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“Provided that the furniture has combined spectral and neutral tones, the color of the countertop is not allowed to add nuances or dominate”
Combined kitchens are in fashion today, in which two colors are combined in a composition. With which of the surfaces should the countertop be combined, provided that neutral colors are combined in the headset? The color of the countertop is most often brought closer to the upper modules. For example, for a headset made in the “white top - black bottom” scheme, a white work surface would be the right solution. In this case, everything in the headset will be balanced and harmonious. A similar association is in beige and brown kitchens.
light countertop in a two-tone kitchen
It is not necessary to select a countertop to match the top. The top solution can be a tabletop, the color of which is a cross between the contrasting parts of the headset. For example, if the cabinet is made in wenge color, and the wall cabinet is cream, then this company will be wonderfully complemented by a coffee and milk surface. Countertops are acceptable in the same color as the lower structures, however, they will merge together, but this does not at all disgust the principles of design. Which option will be more attractive for you, decide for yourself.
Provided that the furniture has combined spectral and neutral tones, the color of the countertop is not allowed to add nuances or dominate. She needs to become a gray mouse. In this case, the choice is made in favor of marble, cream, gray, beige.
blue countertop in white and blue kitchen
Other colors
The beige color is universal and ready to accompany almost any contrasting shades, while it will look beautiful and stylish.So the countertop in this solution can be present in any headsets. But for beige facades, it is worth choosing work surfaces in darker solutions. Complement them with chocolate accents in the overall decor, and the atmosphere of the kitchen will sparkle with emotions.
This approach will help you choose the right tone for the countertops for beige and white sets. Consider the color of the work area apron. If this is all that is in the kitchen in bright colors, the overall picture can turn out to be quite blurry. The borders between the elements will be erased, the clarity of the lines will disappear. Therefore, if you want to see only a light-colored countertop in the kitchen, decorate the apron with contrasting colors or at least somehow highlight it against the general background. Provided that the apron is already ready and, as luck would have it, made in light colors, make the work surface of the furniture contrast.
pink countertop in the interior of the kitchen
Is it supposed to put a black headset? Fabulous! Most importantly, do not equip it with the same dark countertop. For a kitchen space, it will be too dark and gloomy. If you are not ready to refuse such a decision, then use the apron again. Make it light, otherwise everything will work out, as in the previous version - the kitchen will turn into a single featureless color spot.
Countertops that imitate light wood shades and the grayness of stone are perfect for a black headset. In the first case, you will add warmth and comfort to the atmosphere, and in the second - visual high cost.
Headsets in gray prefer to see the color of countertops in gray, white and black shades. When choosing the first option, you should definitely play on the difference in shades. Make the work surface a couple of spectral tones darker or lighter. This will decorate the headset. In this context, the types of “marbled” coatings and countertops made in other achromatic tones look very original.
the turquoise countertop makes the wood color stand out against the background of the kitchen
The kitchen, which meets with wooden facades, is covered with cream (different from the facades by several tones) or white countertops. A combination with black work surfaces is possible, but such a solution is quite risky.
Expensive furniture is always completed with a natural stone countertop of the corresponding color.
Neutral kitchens are always happy with colored countertops. The solution may be somewhat unusual, but it is incredibly effective. Accent colors of the countertop will give the bright interior cheerfulness and brightness..
Where to look for color variations? Look in the manufacturer's catalogs. You will surely find many interesting solutions among laminated products. It is possible to order a worktop made of acrylic stone, in which case it will be unquestioningly painted in the color desired by the customer.
light green table top
A few design tips
“Don’t think that when choosing a white, gray or black countertop, you have to use a clean and smooth shade.”
All the combinations we have considered will, of course, be beneficial. However, if you still have doubts about what kind of countertop to be in your kitchen, call on a universal magic wand - a countertop of a neutral white-gray spectrum. If you plan to fill the kitchen with appliances in white and black cases, then stop at a white top. In the case when household appliances are in metallic, it is better to choose a gray tone. In both situations, you are guaranteed to get a harmonious result.
Don't think that choosing a white, gray or black countertop means you have to use a clean and sleek shade. On the contrary, take a closer look at the options with stone drawings, both in small and large fractions. From a distance, their color will be perceived as homogeneous, but close up, its texture will cause genuine interest.What else is remarkable about such decisions? With its practicality. On such countertops, scratches and ingrained dirt are almost imperceptible.
red countertop - a bright accent in the interior of the kitchen
Your kitchen is constantly involved in cooking - think about the irrationality of white and light cream work surfaces. Your life will be much easier if you have a dark top imitating stone or stone chips.
And further. A light countertop always seems large, so in the space of a small kitchen, such a set may look too cumbersome. The dark countertop is also not ideal. It actively absorbs light, which is already in short supply in such kitchens. The alternative would be something in between, not too dark, but not light either. It may well be a variation on the theme of gray shades.
dark blue countertop
Conclusion
The kitchen is not only a working environment, but also a corner where all household members enjoy spending time, which is why you so want to make it not only hygienic and practical, but also uniquely stylish, and the color of the countertop, however, like its texture, is in this can actually play an important role. So choose, combine, experiment, because you are building the kitchen of your dreams, and not implementing a typical project. Good luck!
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