Thinking about a kitchen revamp? There are lots of aspects to contemplate: cabinet paint hues, flooring, countertops, and backsplash tiles. However, one element that is often overlooked (but is absolutely crucial!) is the lighting. The effect of both natural and artificial lighting on the overall aesthetics of your kitchen is substantial. Additionally, lighting significantly impacts your design selections, especially your choice of cabinet paint color. Here are some insights you need to grasp before picking a cabinet paint color.
Understanding the Effect of Lighting on Kitchen Cabinet Hues
The perception of your kitchen cabinet’s color after painting is significantly determined by the room’s natural and artificial lights. If you’ve chosen a paint color online or at a store, and it appeared completely different once applied to your walls, this is why. Vibrant lighting makes colors seem more lively, while in its absence, colors may appear subdued or even dull due to a loss of intensity. A balance of both natural and artificial light lets you modulate the color intensity, enabling you to create the perfect ambiance for each situation.
Considerations for Natural Light
The way light changes in your home at different times of the day is crucial. This is because the changing position of the sun throughout the day influences how your cabinet color appears. Additionally, the time of year and even your home’s location can further affect your kitchen cabinets’ paint color.
If your kitchen lacks natural light, your paint colors might seem less vibrant. For a true reflection of the sample color you selected, incorporating appropriate artificial lighting is necessary. Alternatively, you could opt for a brighter shade to paint your kitchen cabinets.
If there isn’t much natural light in your kitchen, there are methods to maximize the light you have. These include:
- Opting for light, bright cabinet paint colors
- Avoiding heavy window treatments in favor of light, airy ones or doing away with them altogether
- Installing mirrors to reflect light
- Trimming shrubs or trees that obstruct sunlight from entering your house
- If your kitchen gets plenty of natural light, achieving the true color is much simpler.
- Artificial Light Insights
Choosing Kitchen Cabinet Colors with Lighting Considerations
Store lighting, especially bright fluorescent lights, significantly differs from home lighting. Avoid making a color selection in-store. Instead, bring home a few samples to see how they look in your kitchen. Try viewing them under different lighting conditions and at various times of the day – turning off the lights, opening the blinds, lighting a candle, etc., to understand how your cabinets will appear under any circumstance.
Unsure about choosing a color for your cabinets? Consult with the specialists at N-Hance of Ames. We are well-versed in the relationship between lighting and paint colors and can offer recommendations that will complement your kitchen. Moreover, our cabinet color change process ensures a consistently hued and robust color finish.
Regardless of the lighting in your kitchen or your preferred color temperature, N-Hance is your reliable partner to help you create a kitchen you’ll love. We provide a wide range of colors and can even match a color you bring to us. Along the way, we’ll enhance your cabinets and breathe new life – and more light – into your kitchen. Eager to learn more about painting your kitchen cabinets with lighting considerations? Get in touch with N-Hance of Ames today at 515-203-9420 to schedule a FREE consultation.