Stainless steel appliances have always been the number one choice for many homeowners over the years. Black squeaks in at second, while white is just behind. However, don’t feel because you have white appliances in your kitchen that it will turn off buyers. Some people like the look of an all-white kitchen. They love the clean, sleek look of neutral kitchen décor. If you have white appliances and are thinking of selling your home, we have some tips for you that buyers will forget you don’t have stainless steel.
Paint and cabinets
When you are re-decorating your kitchen, keep in mind if you are thinking of white cabinets that there are many shades of white. Some cabinets may offer a tinge of warmth, while others come in with a cool tone.
Hint: The best way to tell if your cabinets run warm or cool is to place a piece of white paper against your cabinets. You will then know what undertones the cabinets have. Warm whites are often more popular in cabinets. If you have warm white cabinets or paint on the walls, it will not flow as well in your design with bright white appliances.
So, if you want to go with an all-white kitchen, here are some tips for you.
- For an all-white kitchen, match white appliances – go with cool white cabinets and cool undertone paint.
- If you have white cabinets and appliances go with a non-white countertop to offer contrast and dimension.
- Dark countertops will ground the space and give a place for your eye to land. (Try a soft gray or a cool-toned backsplash).
Make your white appliances part of the plan!
White appliances can sometimes look outdated. You want your white appliances to be integrated into the palette and not stand out.
- Add brass or gold hardware to your cabinets.
- Consider non-white lower cabinets, too.
- Add a seating area or breakfast nook to add warmth.
- A backsplash can go from a white subway tile or a patterned look.
Final thoughts
If you have a lot of white in your kitchen, it can look stark and cold. Here are some ideas on what can warm your kitchen up.
- Add wood accents – wood flooring or luxury vinyl can naturally warm up the kitchen if the stain isn’t too dark.
- Butcher block countertops can also add warmth.
- Add greenery for a punch of colour.
- Pendant lights and chandeliers can create a cozy atmosphere.
The kitchen is the heart of the home. It is a very important element when you are selling your home too. Buyers are most interested in the layout and plan for the kitchen. It is the go-to place for almost everything and a social hub for your home.
Remember a kitchen can often make or break the sale of your home. Your kitchen can give you approximately a 70% return on investment, so it is one area of the house you want to make sure looks clean and modern.
Let us know how we can help! We have lots of ideas on what can make your home shine above the competition when you are looking to sell.