Before 2006 espresso or java wood furniture floors and cabinets were super popular.
Dark stained kitchen cabinets.
While going for dark colors may seem to go against the accepted perception that a kitchen should have bright and warm colors you might be surprised at how well it works for most kitchens.
The warmth of the wood floor gives contrast to the otherwise neutral color palette.
In fact black kitchen cabinets are popular but not as popular as deep rich dark wood kitchen cabinets.
8 stunning stain colors for kitchen cabinets.
Homeowners are taking advantage of these unique choices.
These days dark cabinets come in all types of wood materials and tones.
Carved painted inlaid with gold or minimalistic flat panels are some of the varieties of dark wood style cabinetry you ll see in this collection.
There are lots of contrasting finishes going on in this transitional kitchen hardwood floors a natural stone accent wall dark grey cabinets and a waterfall marble island contribute to the unique rustic design.
One of the most popular modern décor trends is dark kitchen cabinets.
Going into 2020 wood stained kitchen cabinets will still be popular in more traditional kitchens but white gray two toned and even blue cabinets are on the rise.
In fact during that period while working for a model home merchandising firm i was always doing my best to select the darker stained cabinets and floors to go with the color scheme in the model.
The only way to properly lighten the wood is to remove the lacquer sand off the dark stain and replace it with a lighter color of stain.
Stain sinks into wood pores under a sealed topcoat of lacquer.
Dark stain espresso cabinets.
Cool toned cabinets are dominating the trends this year and people are becoming bolder when adding pops of color to their kitchens.
If you are interested in trying out a new look for your kitchen the dark side beckons.
Doors that are stained a dark outdated shade can be lightened up by stripping off the old finish and applying the new light hued stain.
This stain color is a fantastic neutral that allows you to easily work in other colors or you can keep the palette earth tone and neutral as was done here for a cozy and inviting feel.
Another beautiful and unique kitchen featuring dark grayish green wall cabinets.
For more ideas check out our dark kitchen cabinets article.
Jul 23 2018 explore vickie whitehead s board dark stained cabinets on pinterest.
You might have the upper cabinets finished in painted white while the base cabinetry is a natural wood look.