Kitchen wall paint: ideas, tips & inspiration for a beautiful kitchen
Today, kitchens are more than just a place to prepare food. Families meet for games evenings and friends sometimes spend whole nights at the dining table. Doing homework, working, relaxing - in a modern kitchen-diner, all of this is no longer a problem. The basic requirement for this is a homely atmosphere. Only when the kitchen wall color and kitchen furniture complement each other harmoniously can a comfortable living feeling be created in the room. There are almost no limits to what you can do with kitchen design these days.
Light, dark, bright or subtle - the main thing is that it matches the style of your kitchen. So that you can decide whether you want to set accents with wall paint or paint the walls completely, we will tell you the current trends in wall paint in the kitchen and paintwork below.
Which wall colors suit your kitchen?
A good question and an equally good answer: what suits you is what you like. Personal taste and style ultimately decide on the right wall color for the kitchen. So before you decide on a color for your BAUFIX wall paint, take a closer look at your kitchen, including the kitchen unit and kitchen furnishings. Do the fronts have a glossy finish or have you opted for a matte design? Are you a vintage fan or were you inspired by the country house style when furnishing your kitchen? Do your cooking and dining areas flow together or are the rooms separate? In any case, take your current furnishings into account when choosing the color in your room and on the walls and only then base your decision on kitchen trends.
Kitchen wall paint: Which color suits which style?
Vintage style, country kitchens, retro look, modern designs - styles have long since found their way into kitchens. If you have decided on a kitchen style, you should coordinate the kitchen wall colors and paint types with them in order to create a harmonious concept.
Country house style: rustic & cozy
Country house kitchens impress with their comfort and bright ambience. Light pastel tones and natural colors such as cream, light green tones and beige nuances work particularly well as wall colors in the wooden kitchen.
Vintage: nostalgic & charming
Vintage looks are often accentuated with colorful tones, but are also wonderfully accompanied by blue, pink and vanilla. Blue tones in particular, preferably in pastel colors, give the room a certain freshness.
Designer kitchen: modern & stylish
Designer kitchens and modern designs usually have clear lines and combine functionality and appearance. Metal and chrome are typical materials used in the furnishings. Use cool colors such as different shades of gray or blue as the wall color in the kitchen. If you want to use more powerful colors, we recommend orange, red and green. The general rule here is: less is more. It is best to choose a wall on which you can set atmospheric accents instead of overloading the room with color.
Tip:
Using wall paint in the kitchen, you can create different zones in the kitchen. For example, you can use a different color in the cooking area and the tiled backsplash than in the dining area. Just make sure that everything works together harmoniously.
Which wall colors should I use to paint the kitchen?
Water-based emulsion paint with color pigments and a binding agent is very suitable for walls and is available in white as well as in numerous other wall colors for the kitchen. With BAUFIX color accents you can bring the colorful highlights into your dream kitchen. If you want to paint your ceiling right away, we recommend BAUFIX Crystal Super White or BAUFIX Ultra Cover Paint . Our products are certified with the Blue Angel, are environmentally friendly, harmless to health, have high coverage and dry quickly without causing any problems - the best conditions for painting your kitchen surfaces.
Special paints are also recommended as wall paint for the kitchen. BAUFIX latex silk gloss, for example, forms a waterproof and hard-wearing protective layer on the surface and is particularly easy to clean. Latex paint is a good idea, especially in the cooking area. Our latex paint is solvent- and plasticizer-free.
If you are looking for an all-in-one solution, then the answer is BAUFIX bathroom and kitchen paint . The special paint creates a protective film and thus prevents the formation of mold. At the same time, the paint is wash-resistant, solvent-free and offers long-lasting protection. The high coverage and low-odor properties round off the profile of BAUFIX bathroom and kitchen paint. We would be happy to advise you in your search for the optimal wall paint for the kitchen.
Kitchen wall paint: combine colors harmoniously
The effect of colors in rooms on our mood has now been scientifically proven. Orange has a cheerful and uplifting effect, while natural tones create a cozy atmosphere. Blue and gray are among the cool colors and radiate calm and freshness. Kitchen wall colors in red, violet or pink are bright and intense. These go particularly well with white kitchens. If the effect on the walls is too intense for you, you can remedy this by using pastel tones as the kitchen wall color. In a kitchen, the color scheme should ultimately create a positive mood and make cooking a happy experience every day.
You have these options for wall paint in the kitchen:
- On the safe side with tone-on-tone
- Use the effect of complementary colors
- Pastel colors instead of sterile white
- Keep small rooms in light colors
- Bring bright colors to the wall
- Use black in moderation
Kitchen painting ideas: current trends
Which color families and kitchen trends are currently working and dominating on kitchen walls? We have searched for the most beautiful color trends and ideas for wall paint in the kitchen, which we will present to you below.
- Black & white + metal: Loft charm through contrasting colors and industrial materials.
- Sand and beige tones: elegance and warmth for a cozy atmosphere.
- Blue walls + silver/black accents: modern, high-quality and extravagant.
- Shades of grey: Universally applicable, harmonises perfectly with white kitchen cabinets.
- Pink & Coral: Comfortable and trendy, create a homely, gentle environment.
- Green for nature lovers: Brings freshness to the kitchen, especially combined with wood.
- Sage green: Perfect for country kitchens, calm and harmonious.
- Bold accent colors: Black, orange and brown tones have an invigorating and homely effect, ideal for bold design decisions.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
White surfaces in the kitchen offer the perfect basis for creating contrasts with color accents or emphasizing the design. Experiment with current trends or your favorite colors. Light laminate or parquet creates a timeless, inviting atmosphere, ideal for the country house style or vintage look. Dark wooden floors create stylish contrasts and provide warm accents.
Black surfaces in kitchens can be combined excellently with different materials and colors, but should be used in rooms with sufficient daylight to avoid a gloomy atmosphere. Black adds elegance and, in the right dose, can be impressive. A light floor made of marble or maple wood brings elegance and modernity. Dark colors underline the noble ambience, while lighter wooden floors or natural tones loosen up the room design and ensure a harmonious balance. A special tip is modern cork floors, which create a calm overall design.
To make a kitchen appear larger, light colors are particularly suitable, as they make the room appear larger and airier. Here are some colors that achieve this effect particularly well:
- White: The classic that reflects light and makes the room appear open and spacious.
- Light grays: subtle, modern nuances that don't overwhelm but still add depth.
- Beige and sand colors: These warm colors create a welcoming atmosphere and make the kitchen appear friendlier and more spacious.
- Delicate pastel blue or green: fresh and light colors that add brightness to the room without being dominant.
In addition, it helps if the ceiling and walls are kept in similar, light colors to dissolve clear edges and make the room appear even more spacious.
Kitchen wall paint: ideas, tips & inspiration for a beautiful kitchen
- Coverage class II according to DIN EN 13300 at 7 m²/l
- Wet abrasion resistance class III according to DIN EN 13300
- resistant to mold infestation
- for bathroom, kitchen, toilet & basement rooms
- water vapor permeable
- tintable
- washable