Choosing the Right Color for Your Kitchen Cabinets

Forevermark Cabinetry, a New Jersey-based manufacturer of affordable, high-quality wood cabinets, has been featured in a range of renovation shows broadcast by Bravo, HGTV, and NBC. Maintaining six cabinet collections in varying hues, Forevermark Cabinetry helps homeowners find the best look for their kitchen.

The color of kitchen cabinets plays a large role in the look of the overall space. This is partly because the cabinets are the walls of the kitchen. While the color of the cabinets can be matched to the design of the cabinets (for example, Shaker-style cabinets work best with subdued cream colors or whites), many designers recommend deciding on the color of cabinets before the style.

One of the first things to consider for color is the size of the kitchen and its lighting. In small kitchens, particularly those with inadequate light, dark cabinet colors make the space appear small and uninviting. Homeowners with small, poorly-lit kitchens should choose light colors that make the space feel open. Conversely, dark colors make large, well-lit kitchens feel cozier.

Cabinet color also needs to work with the wall and backsplash colors. Dark cabinets work best when the rest of the kitchen has a light color scheme, and neutral cabinet colors are best for kitchens that contain multiple colors.

Choosing Cabinet Hardware

A New Jersey-based manufacturer of good quality wood cabinets, Forevermark Cabinetry offers half a dozen cabinet collections to suit homeowners’ varying needs. The collections from Forevermark Cabinetry include the Signature Collection, Gramercy Collection, and Town Collection, all of which are available in varying colors to match a home’s overall look.

Usually, kitchen cabinets are not sold with hardware, so it’s the homeowner’s job to choose the best hardware for them. Often, this process begins with choosing between knobs and pulls. For many cabinets, knobs are the best option, particularly when the cabinets are finely detailed or ornate. Knobs do not draw attention away from the cabinets, since they are small and simple. They are also less expensive.

However, there are times when pulls are more suitable than knobs. For homeowners who like both, they can incorporate knobs on all cabinet doors and pulls on all the drawers. But for those who prefer one type of hardware throughout, pulls are generally more suitable when the cabinet design is simple and understated. With pulls, homeowners must also choose between having square or curved pull lines. Fortunately, this is a simple process that involves looking at the lines that already exist in the kitchen, such as the lighting fixtures and counter-top edge, and matching the pulls with these.

In addition to choosing between pulls and knobs, homeowners must also consider the finish of the hardware. Brushed nickel and chrome are the two most common finishes that homeowners choose, but there are a lot of other options, such as satin brass, aluminum, and rust.

Generally, the finish of kitchen hardware should complement the tones of both the kitchen and the rest of the home. For instance, black, gold, or bronze hardware fits with warm tones, while silver and pewter are better for cooler colors. Further, matching hardware finish to the rest of the appliances in the kitchen creates more cohesion.

Eco-Friendly Materials for Kitchen Cabinets

A manufacturer of affordable kitchen cabinets, Forevermark Cabinetry is dedicated to quality and reliability. Forevermark Cabinetry also follows modern trends and recognizes the importance of sustainability and the use of eco-friendly materials in the home furniture, including kitchen cabinets. Below are some examples of eco-friendly kitchen cabinet materials:

1. Reclaimed or salvaged wood is one of the best options for environmentally conscious homeowners who want to remodel their kitchen. That way, no trees are cut down, and the kitchen gains a distinctive character.

2. Homeowners can also go for cabinets made of FSC-certified wood. Wood bearing this certification was grown and harvested responsibly and sustainably. Alternatively, woods with the ESP (Environment Stewardship Program) certification are a great option.

3. Bamboo cabinets look great and can fit with most home decors. They are also sturdy and often made without formaldehyde. Bamboo wood grows fast and takes less than a decade to regenerate.

4. Lyptus is also a popular choice among homeowners looking for eco-friendly kitchen cabinets. It is an engineered species of wood derived from eucalyptus. Lyptus is available in a wide range of colors, which increases its ability to blend in with the home décor.

A Brief Overview of the NKBA's Specialty Badge Program

Forevermark Cabinetry operates out of Edison, New Jersey, and is dedicated to manufacturing high-quality wooden cabinets including a select range that features eco-friendly finishes and GREENGUARD Gold Certification. An industry leader, Forevermark Cabinetry maintains a professional association with the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA), the world's leading trade association for the kitchen and bath industry.

The NKBA offers a specialty badge program for kitchen and bath industry professionals to showcase their expertise in a variety of areas including remodeling, cabinetry, sales and marketing, lighting, sustainability, and more. These badges serve as professional credentials, and members can choose to earn as many badges as they want to.

Professionals may earn NKBA badges by studying course content that provides the most recent information in a constantly changing industry and completing a final exam. These courses are available as online self-paced programs that can be taken at any time. Earned badges remain valid for two years and can be revalidated by retaking the exam within two years of completing the course or by attending four industry-related events offered by the NKBA.