If there’s one room in a house that people agonize over the most, it’s the kitchen. When it comes to designing a new kitchen, renovating an existing kitchen, or even just doing a facelift makeover the price tag is usually higher and the decisions feel somewhat more permanent than any other room in the house. And, we know, that picking a paint color for the cabinetry or walls is no easy task. As Country Living’s Senior Home & Style Editor, I am constantly chatting with designers and homeowners about kitchen design and their go-to choices for countertops, hardware, lighting, and, yes, paint colors. Below, I’ve rounded up 10 top paint colors I've seen designers and homeowner return to time after time. From earthy cream to bold blue, these shades have serious staying power! P.S. If you are thinking of going the DIY route and painting your kitchen cabinets yourself, go for it! Here’s a step-by-step guide to tackling the task.Need More Kitchen Inspiration? Check Out These Stories. 1Natural Linen by Sherwin-WilliamsIf you love an airy kitchen but don’t want to just paint it white, opt for a slightly warmer shade with creamy undertones. Sherwin-Williams’ Natural Linen has long been a designer favorite for creating welcoming breakfast nooks, family kitchens, and cabinetry. Get the Look:Paint Color: Natural Linen by Sherwin-WilliamsRELATED: These Are the Only Warm White Paint Colors You'll Ever Need2Lichen by Farrow & Ball Green kitchens are as timeless as they are trendy. This dusty sage, with just a drop of gray, is a favorite among designers, including Claire Zinnecker, who loves it for kitchen cabinets. Get the LookPaint Color: Lichen by Farrow & BallRELATED: Designers Share The Best Green Paint Picks for Kitchen Cabinets Advertisement - Continue Reading Below3Dutch Tile BlueSay it with me: Blue is a neutral. Whether you drench your entire space in it like Country Living's editor-in-chief, Rachel Hardage Barrett, did in her Mississippi farmhouse or use it just for cabinetry, this dusty, historic-inspired shade feels timeless in a kitchen. “This just-a-bit-moody blue has undertones that keep it feeling historic, not coastal,” says Rachel.Get the Look:Paint Color: Dutch Tile Blue by Sherwin-WilliamsRELATED: These Are The Best Blue Paint Colors for Your Kitchen4Delicate White by GliddenLooking for a universal white paint color that reads timeless instead of clinical? Try this not-too-bright shade from Glidden for the ultimate white kitchen. (It even has the Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval.)Get the Look:Paint Color: Delicate White by GliddenRELATED: Check Out Even More White Kitchen InspirationAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below5Hunt Club by Sherwin-WilliamsWhen Country Living’s Associate Art Director, Virginia England, was choosing the paint color for her kitchen a few years ago, she tested a ton of shades before landing on this steely blue-green jewel tone for her cabinets. "I'm so glad I went with a deeper shade; it really helps ground the space," she says. Get the Look:Paint Color: Hunt Club by Sherwin-Williams6Sudbury Yellow by Farrow & Ball Yellow kitchens are a statement—one designers and homeowners are willing to make over and over again. As someone who grew up with a yellow kitchen, I can attest to the timeless appeal of the cheery color. This particular shade, though, is a favorite of Country Living’s Design Director, Maribeth Jones, who painted her own kitchen the same sunny shade. Get the Look:Paint Color: Sudbury Yellow by Farrow & BallRELATED: See Maribeth’s British-Inspired Cottage Kitchen Advertisement - Continue Reading Below7Shaded White by Farrow & BallLooking for a softer white that works for a home with kids and pets? “This shade hides the dirt of everyday wear and tear well,” says designer Heather Chadduck Hillegas. “It also looks great paired with Sherwin-Williams’s Natural Linen.” Get the Look: Paint Color: Shaded White by Farrow & Ball8Tricorn Black by Sherwin-WilliamsEveryone needs a good black paint color in their back pocket. Sherwin-Williams's Tricorn Black is a designer favorite in all spaces of the house, including the kitchen. Pair with black and white hex tiles for a retro-inspired refresh. “I love the edge this color brings to a room,” says Country Living contributor—and serial renovator—Holly Audrey Williams. Get the Look:Paint Color: Tricorn Black by Sherwin-Williams RELATED: Designers Share Their Best Kitchen Backsplash IdeasAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below9Salty Dog by Sherwin-WilliamsIf making a statement is up your alley, try this show-stopping shade of blue that is equal parts bold and classic. Take a note from these coastal cottage homeowners and use it on your cabinetry—just be sure to pair it with butcher block countertops for a lived-in feel. Get the Look:Paint Color: Salty Dog by Sherwin-WilliamsRELATED: The Best Dark Blue Paint Colors, According to Designers10Cumulus Cloud by Benjamin MooreIf it’s good enough for Martha Stewart, then it’s good enough for me. The entertaining expert’s copper-filled kitchen is painted a similar warm gray shade that feels delightfully fresh, not boring. Get the Look: Paint Color: Cumulus Cloud by Benjamin MooreRELATED: See Inside Martha’s Timeless Farmhouse KitchenAnna LoganSenior Homes & Style EditorAnna Logan is the Senior Homes & Style Editor at Country Living, where she has been covering all things home design, including sharing exclusive looks at beautifully designed country kitchens, producing home features, writing everything from timely trend reports on the latest viral aesthetic to expert-driven explainers on must-read topics, and rounding up pretty much everything you’ve ever wanted to know about paint, since 2021. Anna has spent the last seven years covering every aspect of the design industry, previously having written for Traditional Home, One Kings Lane, House Beautiful, and Frederic. She holds a degree in journalism from the University of Georgia. When she’s not working, Anna can either be found digging around her flower garden or through the dusty shelves of an antique shop. 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