Orange might not be a common color choice for kitchens, but that shouldn’t deter you from using it. This cheerful and energizing color can really liven up a kitchen! Even if you don’t want your entire kitchen to be sunset-hued, there are some excellent ways to incorporate orange into your kitchen decor.
You can incorporate orange into your kitchen decor by painting an accent wall, introducing a new backsplash, or installing orange countertops and cabinets. You could also buy orange appliances, textiles and decorative objects. There are various shades of orange you can use, from cheerful creamsicle to rustic and earthy terracotta.
To help get you inspired, this article has some amazing orange kitchen decor ideas. It will provide some of the best ways to add personality to your kitchen with this bright, gorgeous color.
1. Paint an orange accent wall
Painting your kitchen walls is the most straightforward way to add a touch of orange to your kitchen, and there’s no need to go all out if you don’t want to because a simple accent wall will do.
A bright orange accent wall can add a lot of personality to your kitchen without being too overwhelming.
Be sure to choose a shade or orange that complements the overall color of your kitchen. For example, a vibrant marigold shade will make a white or gray kitchen more cheerful. Lighter shades of orange will compliment a white kitchen, while mixing gloss with matte finishes will add interest to your space, helping you make the most of your kitchen lighting, natural or artificial.
2. Add a colorful backsplash
If accent walls aren’t your thing, consider adding an orange backsplash to your kitchen. Some patterned orange tiles or textured wallpaper will do wonders. Plus, the backsplash will protect your walls from food spills and splatters. A temporary peel and stick tile is an excellent option for renters who want to personalize their space. Visually aesthetic and functional, what’s there not to love?
3. Consider orange cabinets and kitchen island
Cabinets and islands are the perfect spots to squeeze in some splashes of orange. Changing your kitchen’s flooring or tiling can be expensive and time-consuming. However, altering your cabinetry is much easier.
You can always go with fully orange cabinets, but if you’re not ready to commit, you could use the color in unexpected ways. For example, you can use orange on the cabinet interior, frame, or handles.
Additionally to being as easy as slathering a coat of paint, you can also try changing your countertops to a shade of orange that will add interest and a splash of colour to a dull kitchen. You can have your countertops replaced or coated in peel and stick vinyl, another renter friendly option.
4. Look out for orange appliances
Aside from cabinetry, you can look for appliances to incorporate orange into your kitchen decor. This tip is especially wonderful for retro or midcentury-inspired kitchens. A bright orange refrigerator or oven will certainly make your kitchen pop!
Alternatively, incorporate small orange appliances, such as a tea kettle or toaster. If you have open shelving in your kitchen, why not try adding orange decorative moments such as trays, canisters, vases or even swapping your crockery to an orange set you can put on display.
5. Go monochrome
Not afraid to go all out? Consider going monochrome with your orange kitchen decor. There are so many different variations of orange you can experiment with, from deep, reddish rust to sweet cantaloupe to calm terracotta.
Start by adding small doses of orange to see if the monochrome look suits your preferences and kitchen. For example, you can start by adding orange accessories and upholstery; then, you can move on to cabinetry, paint, and flooring.
6. Use an earthy color palette
When you think of orange, you might picture vivid, striking shades. But in reality, like other colors, orange has many different shades, from intense pumpkin shades to calm and earthy ambers.
So, you can still incorporate orange kitchen decor even if bright and bold aren’t your thing.
Burnt orange, sienna, amber, and terracotta are the perfect shades of orange for those who prefer calmer, more earthy palettes. These colors will look downright gorgeous with natural wood, rich walnut, and copper.
These earthy tones will make your kitchen look warm and inviting without being too flashy.
Below are some hues of orange to help you get an idea of variety in shades and to get you started on familiarising yourself with the available colours. The links will direct you to more in depth shades.
7. Make orange a secondary or accent color
Not ready to commit? Don’t worry. Wanting orange in your kitchen doesn’t mean you have to use it as the main color. You can always make orange a secondary or accent color.
Add orange in small doses through accessories, wall art, blinds, and cooking utensils. Don’t forget to choose orange shades that complement your kitchen’s main color.
For example, a kitchen with dark wood cabinetry will look warmer with splashes of dark orange. On the other hand, bright citrus blinds will make kitchens with greeneries more inviting.
Conclusion
Bright and bold, orange can energize any space in your home. It’s a wonderful color to add warmth and a happy vibe to your kitchen decor.
Below you can find a video with creative examples of how you can further incorporate orange into your home decor.
Orange may not be the easiest color to work with in interior design. But hopefully, this article has helped inspire you to transform your kitchen to be brighter and uniquely you.