This post is all about the best white paint for kitchen cabinets.
Finding the best white paint color for your kitchen cabinets can be a daunting choice. You have to think about the undertones of the color and the other colors you wish to use throughout the room. Natural and artificial lighting also play a role in how the white will appear and the undertone that will show through.
There are two main types of white. White with a cool undertone or white with a warm undertone. Cool whites have a blue, green, or purple base, while warm whites have a yellow, red, or orange base. Cool whites appear more clean or crisp while warm whites have a soft welcoming quality.
When thinking about light and how that will affect the white on your cabinets you should consider the natural light source in the room. How the color appears in your home is largely dependent on the light source. If you have a south-facing window the light is warm and bright making your paint color appear warmer. North-facing windows emit a cool light so cool whites can look stark and cold, while warm whites appear cooler. East and West facing windows have different light throughout the day, but generally East has a cooler morning light while West has a warmer afternoon light.
Another factor to consider when choosing your white shade is the LRV or light reflective value of the color. The light reflective value scale ranges from 0 to 100 with 0 being the blackest black and 100 being the whitest white. A white with an LRV of 92 is much brighter and lighter, reflecting more light around the room than a white with an LRV of 81. To maximize light within the room choose a white on the higher end of the LRV scale, darker shades of white will give a softer look.
Consider your home, personal style, and the factors listed above, while checking out these 10 stunning white cabinet color suggestions to pick the best color for you!
Best White Paint For Kitchen Cabinets
1. Chantilly Lace By Benjamin Moore
These beautiful cabinets are painted in one of Benjamin Moore’s best-selling colors, Chantilly Lace. It is a cool neutral white that gives off a bright clean aesthetic with minimal undertones making it a great choice to pair with other colors. The LRV of Chantilly Lace is 90.04, meaning that it will reflect a significant amount of light within the space, making it appear airy and open.
2. Snowbound By Sherwin Williams
A stunning off-white color, Snowbound by Sherwin Williams adds a touch of warmth to this kitchen! A soft white with a slightly warm undertone that leans towards a very light greige makes Snowbound a popular neutral white that will make your kitchen feel cozy and inviting. The LRV of Snowbound is 83, which is slightly darker for a white shade, but still bright enough to reflect a good amount of light within a room.
3. Alabaster By Sherwin Williams
These beautiful creamy white cabinets are painted in Alabaster by Sherwin Williams. An off-white with undertones of both gray and beige gives it a slightly warm appearance and a welcoming look within your space. The LRV of Alabaster is 82, darker than many other bright whites but still reflects a good amount of light.
4. Decorator’s White By Benjamin Moore
Decorator’s White by Benjamin Moore is a classic bright white color that gives your kitchen cabinets a crisp and clean look. With minimal undertones, it is considered a cool neutral white with a subtle hint of gray that keeps the color from looking too stark or cold. The LRV of Decorator’s White is 82.68, a soft white with a bright appearance.
5. Simply White By Benjamin Moore
Simply White by Benjamin Moore is a soft beautiful white with a slightly creamy appearance. It has slight undertones of yellow and gray balancing the color and making it the perfect neutral white. Although it is a true white in different lighting and contrast to other cooler whites it will appear to have a yellow undertone. The LRV for Simply White is 89.52, meaning it can easily brighten a space as it reflects a large amount of light within a room.
6. Greek Villa By Sherwin Williams
Much like the warmth of Greece, Greek Villa by Sherwin Williams is a warm white that will make your kitchen feel cozy and inviting. With a yellow undertone, Greek Villa is a creamy off-white color that appears soft to the eye. The LRV of Greek Villa is 84, meaning it’s a darker shade of white.
7. Swiss Coffee By Benjamin Moore
These stunning off-white cabinets are painted in Swiss Coffee by Benjamin Moore. The creamy off-white color of Swiss Coffee has beige undertones making the color a warm shade of white. The LRV of Swiss Coffee is 81.91, making it a soft white rather than a bright, stark shade of white.
8. White Dove By Benjamin Moore
Gorgeous and soft, White Dove by Benjamin Moore has a subtle warmth to it that creates a comfy atmosphere. With a balance of griege and yellow undertones, the color leans slightly warmer than other whites, yet still has a neutral look to it. The LRV of White Dove is 83.16, a softer shade of white that still illuminates a room.
9. White Flour By Sherwin Williams
White Flour by Sherwin Williams is a soft and beautiful cabinet color. A delicate off-white shade with a warm beige undertone that is fairly bright. The LRV of White Flour is 87, making the color light enough to brighten a dark room.
10. Extra White By Sherwin Williams
If you are looking for a light and bright, cool neutral white, try Extra White by Sherwin Williams. With little to no noticeable undertones except for a very slight blue in certain lighting, Extra White can pair easily with various other colors. The LRV of Extra White is 86, a bright white with a touch of softness.
