Color for kitchen

[writersblock42]

I am thinking about selling my house in one year. I am probably going to paint the kitchen over the summer. Right now it is a dark yellow that somebody painted over bright red. The red shows through a little bit though and is starting to show through more. What is a nice color for a kitchen that doesn't show grease and grim too much and is pleasant, makes the kitchen look nicer and larger. The kitchen is the largest room of the house and the biggest selling point. In fact what else would you do to make a kitchen even more appealing?

 

[englishteacha]

I personally like a yellow kitchen. I've been told that you want to only paint a kitchen colors you find in natural foods. Blue is out!

 

[lisabarr]

One of the most popular colors is Cracker bitz. Availble at Lowes. Its a golden colr with yellow undertones. Its very nice and neutral!

 

[JandJ]

We are in the midst of re-doing our kitchen right now and we are going over a dark red too. I chose a light beige color with yellow tones and had to use 3 coats of primer and 2 coats of paint. It's worth it though, it's a gorgeous color, very neutral, very light and bright. People tend to like bright kitchens when house shopping (I've lived in 17 houses and apartments so I've been in a lot of kitchens ). They sell paint that is stain and mold resistant. It costs more but might be worth it. I've used it in our bathroom which has a big mold problem and it's held up well. Good luck selling your house!

 

[Maggimus]

Well on the flip side, my kitchen is red and I get a gajillion compliments on it. I think it suits the space very well. However if you are selling I would stick with neutral colors because no one wants to have to repaint once they have moved in (and we are in the process of painting right now and lived here for 2 years). Neutral colors can work with nearly everyones tastes, whereas reds, bright yellows, blues, pinks, purples are harder to work with! GL

 

[WendyisDarling]

Pale yellow/buttercream. It is really neutral and very popular now.

 

[ldo]

When you sell, clear ALL clutter (we put our microwave in the basement). Some things to think about are cabinets---a quick fix is new handles. More advanced fix is to replace older hinges that you see from the outside to European styled ones that you don't see--someone handy can do it--you will need wood filler and a bit of touch up stain---but this can make a HUGE difference in the look.

Also, if you have small counter space, consider granite--it's as low as $40 ft--so very cost effective for smaller kitchens, about $5K for larger kitchens. Take a hard look at appliances--many are not too expensive to replace. You can get a range for $500-even if not top of the line--sure beats a 15 year old one.
I vote for pale yellow-gold for kitchen--then use a few simple accent pieces and get new, modern window treatments (clean lines, no ruffles, no cafe curtains)---think "Tuscany a la Target" for a budget friendly great looks.

 

[keishashadow]

Kilz will cover nearly anything

I'm a realtor - think neutural to appeal to the widest audience

Before you invest ANY money you expect to recoup (not just enjoy for your own reasons); why not consult a realtor to get a free, no-obligation market analysis. I've worked with so many people who spend thousands on a well-intended update that doesn't pan out. Ask for one of the top listing agents...they are familiar with the market in your area and can give you great advice as to what is popular in your region and what will help you sell your home. (Remember - curb appeal ; landscaping & paint are cheap & effective).

Although I've always had yellow walls in my kitchen in one shade or another (my parents did also)...believe it's shown to stimulate the appetite.

 

[Disneycrazymom]

I just painted my kitchen yellow (actually Moonlit yellow from home depot) and the connecting Dinning room a darker shade from the same card (Summer Harvest) I just LOVE both of them. I have wanted to re-do our kitchen for the 9 years we have lived here and am so excited to start to do the work. We are replacing the tile with white and putting in a wood floor in red oak. I can't decide on the counter but I know it will neutral. While I like the dark ones in other peoples houses I know I would tire of it too quickly.

 

[ticktock]

As usual I am the odd man out. I hate yellow in all it many forms. The only yellow you will find around my house is a very few flowers in my garden and they are only there to contrast/highlight the other colors.

Not that anyone is right or wrong in color choice. If I were you I would go with the most neutral color possible because you never know what others will just detest.

 

[Am_I_There_Yet]

Another realtor here and my kitchen is a yellow/gold color... and I'm putting it on the market in the next 18 months.

Everything I'm doing here right now, is intended to boost resale.

The color is very warm, but I get a LOT of natural light.

Here is the before:

Here is the after:

I think it gave it the kick in the kitchen pants that it needed. To me, the taupe looked boring.

 

[Disneycrazymom]

Very pretty! I like the more dramatic color.

 

[java]

I think it depends on where you live. But in general neutral is better. And remember it is only paint- when someone sees paint they generally will paint over it when they move in. Other kitchen tips- remove all clutter. And even take everything off the counter - storing things like toasters ect off the counter. More counter space is always a good thing! Empty out some cabinets- so it looks like you have so much space - look even some are empty. You don't want to look like you are growing out of the space. We also did the cinnamon/vanilla on a cookie sheet in a low oven trick. Our house sold to the first person that walked through.(oh and we didn't use a realtor.. we were in a hot market at the time)

 

[Am_I_There_Yet]

I think it depends on where you live. But in general neutral is better. And remember it is only paint- when someone sees paint they generally will paint over it when they move in. Other kitchen tips- remove all clutter. And even take everything off the counter - storing things like toasters ect off the counter. More counter space is always a good thing! Empty out some cabinets- so it looks like you have so much space - look even some are empty. You don't want to look like you are growing out of the space. We also did the cinnamon/vanilla on a cookie sheet in a low oven trick. Our house sold to the first person that walked through.(oh and we didn't use a realtor.. we were in a hot market at the time)

Did you see my counters? The have practically nothing on them, and it was like going through withdrawal at first!

I used to have so much ivy at the top of my cabinets, that my ex told me it looked like monkeys should be swinging from it. That and fruit. Fruit pitchers, fruit platter, fruit teapots - you name it, and I had it!

When we remodeled, none of it matched anymore. I decided I'd wait and add stuff as I found it. Well... the emptiness grew on me even more! The granite is my new accessory!

 

[java]

Did you see my counters? The have practically nothing on them, and it was like going through withdrawal at first!

I used to have so much ivy at the top of my cabinets, that my ex told me it looked like monkeys should be swinging from it. That and fruit. Fruit pitchers, fruit platter, fruit teapots - you name it, and I had it!

When we remodeled, none of it matched anymore. I decided I'd wait and add stuff as I found it. Well... the emptiness grew on me even more! The granite is my new accessory!

LOVE your granite! It is gorgeous. Your kitchen looks brand spanking new to me. I would love it.

 

[Am_I_There_Yet]

LOVE your granite! It is gorgeous. Your kitchen looks brand spanking new to me. I would love it.

Thanks! I actually fell in love with the least expensive granite! If you knew me, you'd realize how much of a miracle that is!

 

[Cruz Family]

I am an Interior Designer, and I think what color you should use really depends on what the rest of the room looks like. For selling you will want to stay with more neutural tones or as I like to say non-offensive. There is nothing wrong with using a blue or geen for example, you will just want it in a more muted tone. If you need more help feel free to PM me.
Good luck with the project!