White kitchens are beautiful, but sometimes if there is too much white, they can give a sterile appearance. Everyone wants a friendly, inviting feel, so what can you do to breathe some life into your all white kitchen? Here are some tips to spice up your monotone space.
ADD COLORFUL ACCENTS
This is the easiest way to brighten up a white kitchen. These days, there are so many colorful small appliances like mixers and coffee makers which can add that splash of friendly color to a counter space. Even stainless steel appliances on the counter will change the look. If you have an island with a breakfast bar, put out some fun placemats, or a basket with fresh fruit.
CHANGE THE KNOBS & HANDLES
If your kitchen is dated, simply adding new knobs and handles to the cupboards and drawers will change the look and break that sterile white feeling. When shopping for knobs and handles, you can go with any of your typical options like sleek stainless, rustic oil rubbed bronze, or the more trendy gold/brass/copper choices. If you want something more bold and unique, you may want to peruse retail stores like Anthropologie or World Market.
INSTALL A BACKSPLASH
Adding a backsplash to at least one of the walls is a great way to add some color and texture to your kitchen. Every home improvement store has a selection of backsplashes you can install fairly easily yourself, or if you’re not the handy type, you can hire someone to do the work for you or even create a custom tile backsplash.
LIVEN UP THE FLOOR
The floor can provide a whole new look and feel to a plain white kitchen. If your kitchen floor is tired and beat up, consider installing a new kitchen floor with tile, hardwood, or even laminate which is much more durable today than even just a few years ago. If you’re needing to stick to a budget, opt for smaller area rugs with pattern or texture.
CHANGE THE MAJOR APPLIANCES
White appliances in a white kitchen can be boring and again can lend to that sterile feel. Upgrading your appliances to a stainless steel or black finish will break up the white color in the kitchen while adding a sleek and clean appearance. Some of the smaller appliances mentioned earlier in this post now come in a variety of colors and offer a fun, retro look to any kitchen.
No matter what you choose to do to make your white kitchen look more inviting, make sure you start with a cohesive plan whether it’s pops of color or larger upgrades.