Choosing Material Colours

What should you and your kitchen designer consider when planning the kitchen, in terms of choosing materials that won’t fade in sunlight. Painted kitchen cabinetry has become increasingly popular as a way of putting an individual stamp on the kitchen. When it comes to selecting colours, as tempting as it can be to splash out on bold or outlandish tones, there are some factors to be considered carefully beforehand. The colour of the kitchen or cabinetry will be greatly affected by the light in the room – the way it falls and reflects off of the cabinets and walls. This means that it is important to work out the orientation of the room, as this impacts when the room will be exposed to the sunlight. Generally speaking, south facing kitchens can often take more flexibility with kitchen colours as they get the most sunlight. As a result, these kitchens can often take darker tones without making the overall room seem too heavy