When trying to upgrade your kitchen or bathroom, figuring out what color scheme you want and trying to pick out material will often be the hardest part. Granite countertops come in over a thousand different colors, and to make it even harder, you now have to determine whether you want granite, quartz or marble.

This is why we are going to give you the basic rundown on how to match cabinets with countertops to make your home remodeling a little simpler.

Pick Your Cabinets First

Whether you like the current cabinets you have or you want to replace them with another color, always pick your cabinets first.
The reason for this is because cabinets can be easily painted-over or replaced if you decide you don’t like a certain look, as opposed to countertops which cannot be easily replaced.

By determining the color cabinets that match your home already, then all you have to do is find a good countertop color instead of completely remodeling your kitchen or bath.

Look At Other Elements

Cabinets are important when picking out a countertop material and color, however, that is not the only element that will bring a look together. To properly match your cabinets and countertops you have to determine whether or not the color scheme will complement the flooring, the wall color, and even the appliances.

If your flooring and cabinets compliment each other and the paint of the wall does not, it is easier to change the color of the wall than to replace everything else.

If you have dark cabinets and a white wall, having a darker countertop, such as our New Caledonia Granite, will look great.

Pick Out Your Countertop Color

When picking out a countertop, usually you know what color you want, but then you walk into a countertop distributor and get overwhelmed with options.
The best thing to do to avoid the overwhelming feeling of options is to have a game-plan, this includes knowing relatively what color you want.

Knowing whether you want neutrals, deep browns, white or a dark color will help narrow out your options.
Once you picked a few options, you can always request a small sample or take a picture (with good lighting) to compare it when you get back home.

There are usually remnants sitting around and if it’s a similar color you are looking for, you can always request to borrow it for a color comparison.
Or to make matters easier, you can always bring a small piece of your cabinet to compare the colors in store. This is often an easier solution because you can have a granite expert help determine which colors would look the best, such as light cabinetry with a light countertop.

Matching Guide Overview

No matter what kitchen styles or combinations you see on home magazines, it’s important to remember that the ultimate decision is yours. Experts can always help give advice and guidelines for choosing a color scheme but if you have a specific look you want, go for it.

A home is for you, it is supposed to be something that makes you feel comfortable and happy, and ultimately, you are the only person who can determine what you truly want in your home. So if you want something fun and different such as this Ivory Onyx and Quantum Quartz Gris fireplace idea, call us today for a free estimate!