Do find yourself dreaming of a French-inspired kitchen, whether it’s a rustic country farmhouse or a refined Parisian apartment? We can help you bring a French influence into your kitchen in Albuquerque without spending tens of thousands of dollars. N-Hance of Albuquerque makes it easy! We can repaint your kitchen cabinets in a way that infuses French style and charm and save you money for those perfect finishing touches.
Here are some style tips to consider while creating your ideal kitchen.
Choose Muted Colors
Choosing the right color to repaint your kitchen cabinets is key to bring a French feel into your space. Muted colors typically define this style. Some of the best colors that capture classic French appeal include beiges, greiges, buttercream yellow, taupes, espresso, or light powder blue.
While choosing a color to repaint your kitchen cabinets, be sure you also take the size and amount of natural light into account. The lighter the color, the larger your kitchen will feel. A small kitchen needs a light color, while a larger kitchen can handle a darker tone without feeling cramped.
Add Character and Dimension
Do you have plain or outdated cabinets in your kitchen? If you want to integrate a French look in your home, you’ll want to take them up a notch. To do that, opt for an antiquing or distressing technique for your newly repainted kitchen cabinets (N-Hance of Albuquerque can do this as part of our refinishing service). This will enhance them with texture and character for added dimension and style.
Tap into the Potential of Hardwood
If your kitchen cabinets are well-built from quality wood, consider simply staining them instead of repainting them a specific color. Wood cabinets bring to mind old-world charm and can go a long way in making your kitchen feel more French. Think rustic, weathered finishes when considering hardwood stain colors and techniques for your kitchen cabinets.
Swap Out Solid Doors for Glass
When changing up your kitchen cabinets, another way to add French style to your kitchen is to change out a few solid doors for glass ones instead. Inside, you can showcase decorative elements like provincial French pottery, porcelain dishes, earthenware pots, and vases, or other whimsical or antique European-inspired items.
Collect Copper Elements or Cookware
In a French kitchen, items are often both stylish and functional. One way to achieve this in your own kitchen is by investing in copper cookware to hang from the ceiling above the kitchen island or put on display with open shelving. Another idea is to invest in a copper range hood over your stove. These elements will provide an eye-catching look that emulates the French style you’re after.
Combine Old With New
French style combines rustic or vintage elements with newer, more sophisticated ones. Think old hardwood beams and floors with stainless steel appliances or distressed cream cabinets with antique bronze hardware and new marble countertops. Look for places where you can incorporate this fusion of styles in your kitchen.
Pay Attention to Seating
French kitchens are inviting and welcoming to family and friends, making them great places to gather, eat, and enjoy. Because of this, the right seating is essential for a French-inspired kitchen. To get it right, opt for a range of choices in the form of stools around the kitchen island and chairs and benches around the table. There should be plenty of places to sit back and relax, from cane-seated and ladderback chairs to wooden stools, aged benches, or a window seat complete with a French-inspired fabric.
Ready for Help? Let N-Hance Repaint Your Kitchen Cabinets!
The expert kitchen cabinet repainting team at N-Hance can transform your kitchen in a way that practically transports you to the rustic French countryside or a charming Paris pied-à-terre. We can take your old, outdated cabinets and imbue them with a timeless style and old-world appeal that better suits your preferences. If you need help deciding on the perfect colors, finishes, and hardware for your cabinets, we can help!
In addition, our team can repaint your kitchen cabinets quickly, often in a matter of days, and cure them instantly thanks to our LightSpeed® UV technology. This process leaves cabinets with a durable, rock-hard finish that will stand the test of time, so you can eat, drink, and be merry in your new kitchen space. Bon appétit!
Repainting your kitchen cabinets and capturing a French aesthetic is easy with N-Hance Wood Refinishing of Albuquerque. Call our team today at (505) 314-1997 to set up a FREE consultation and quote to learn more.