When upgrading your kitchen, there are many details to consider: kitchen cabinet paint colors, flooring, counters, and backsplash tile. 

Professionals make cabinet painting in Williamsburg seem easy. However, there are several factors that a DIY painter must consider. One often overlooked element is lighting, which significantly impacts the overall aesthetic and design choices, especially cabinet paint colors. Both natural and artificial lighting will play a crucial role. Here’s what you need to know before choosing a cabinet paint color.

Kitchen Cabinet Colors and the Impact of Light

The color of your kitchen cabinets is greatly influenced by the natural and artificial lighting in the room. You may have noticed that a paint color looks different in your home than it did online or in a store. This is an example of the impact lighting can have. In well-lit rooms, colors appear more vibrant, while in dimly lit spaces, they can seem muted or dull. 

By mixing natural and artificial light, you can control color intensity and create the ideal ambiance for any occasion. Professional wood refinishers, like N-Hance of Hampton Roads, can assist you in finding the right color for your home.

How to Harness Natural Light

Consider the lighting in your home at different times of the day, as the sun’s position affects how your cabinet color appears. Seasonal changes and your home’s orientation can also impact the look of your kitchen cabinets.

In a kitchen with limited natural light, paint colors will appear less vibrant. To achieve the true color of your selected sample, incorporate the right artificial lighting or choose a brighter hue for your cabinets. If you are just getting started on your cabinet color journey, consider reviewing N-Hance’s cabinet color trends for inspiration.

How to Improve Artificial Light

Not all artificial lights are the same. Light bulbs vary in wattage and color temperature. Here’s what you need to know to choose the best lighting for your home:

  • Incandescent Lighting: Increases the intensity of warm colors but dulls cool colors.
  • Halogen Lighting: Mimics natural lighting, making cabinet colors appear true to life.
  • LED Lighting: Available in various color temperatures, affecting whether cabinet colors appear cooler or warmer.
  • Smart Lightbulbs: Offer multiple settings for greater control over lighting and ambiance. Use brighter settings for tasks like reading recipes, and softer settings for entertaining or dining.

Understanding these differences will help you pick the right artificial lighting to complement your kitchen cabinet colors. N-Hance of Hampton Roads is here to ensure that you love the look of your kitchen. Check out our photo gallery for inspiration or schedule an estimate today to start creating your dream kitchen.

Choose the Cabinet Painting Experts at N-Hance of Hampton Roads

If your kitchen lacks natural light, maximize the available light by:

  • Choosing a light, bright paint color for your cabinets.
  • Opting for light, airy window treatments or skipping them altogether.
  • Hanging mirrors to reflect light.
  • Pruning shrubs or trees that block sunlight from entering.

Remember, the bright fluorescent lights in stores are very different from home lighting. Don’t commit to a color in the store. Instead, bring home several samples and see how they look in your kitchen at different times of day and under various lighting conditions—turn off the lights, open the blinds, light a candle, etc. This will help you understand how your cabinets will look in any circumstance.

Not sure where to start when choosing a color for your cabinets? Turn to the experts at N-Hance of Hampton Roads. We understand how lighting works with paint colors and can make recommendations that are a perfect fit for your kitchen. Our cabinet color change process ensures a perfectly even color and a rock-hard finish.

Whatever the lighting in your kitchen or your preferences for color temperature, N-Hance is the team you can trust. We offer a wide range of colors and can even match a color you bring to us. Let us beautify your cabinets and infuse new life—and more light—into your kitchen space.

Call N-Hance of Hampton Roads at 757-995-1300 to set up a FREE consultation.