Kitchen cabinets that aren’t white

For years, many kitchen renovations have focused on white cabinets. While popular, this choice can be uninspiring and often difficult to keep clean. Here are three ideas for your kitchen cabinets that will stand the test of time but have a bit more personality than white alone.

1. Blonde wood
Naturally pale wood combines the fresh, airy feel of white cabinets with the warm, homey feel of a cottage kitchen. Think light-colored Nordic influences rather than the dark, lacquered stains from decades past.

2. Gray
Gray cabinets are great for kitchens because they’re neutral but add the kind of visual interest that you can’t get with white. No matter your style, there’s a gray that will work for your kitchen. Go for an almost-white tone for an unexpected twist or try a charcoal hue for a more dramatic, elegant look.

3. Two-tone
There’s no rule that says all cabinets have to be same. Double down on the gray trend by painting the lowers charcoal and the uppers a pale gray to make your ceilings look higher. Or experiment with color by pairing a bold-hued island with natural wood cabinets.

Choosing one of these stylish options will add character to your kitchen in a way that white cabinets alone can’t.