6 Attractive Pink Paint Colors for the Kitchen
From soft petal pinks to fearless fuchsias, these stylish hues can dress up the room
Jennifer Ott
May 10, 2021
San Francisco-based architectural color specialist and design writer. Jennifer's work has been featured in many print and online publications. Her recently-published book, "1000 Ideas for Color Schemes," is a beautifully illustrated and easy-to-navigate guide that takes the guesswork out of selecting the perfect color palette for your home or special event. For more information on Jennifer Ott Design, visit http://jenottdesign.com/.
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1. Raspberry Pink
My best piece of advice when selecting an accent color for the kitchen is to take inspiration from your favorite food. If you want to introduce a pink, perhaps take the color from your favorite pink-hued fruit.
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My best piece of advice when selecting an accent color for the kitchen is to take inspiration from your favorite food. If you want to introduce a pink, perhaps take the color from your favorite pink-hued fruit.
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The raspberry accents in the previous kitchen and the one here add so much personality to these otherwise light and neutral spaces.
And the nice thing about decorating with paint is that it’s one of the easiest and most wallet-friendly things to update down the road, should you ever experience pink fatigue.
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And the nice thing about decorating with paint is that it’s one of the easiest and most wallet-friendly things to update down the road, should you ever experience pink fatigue.
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For a similar look: Glamorous by Behr is a beautiful, strong berry. It’s therefore best used in small doses in a kitchen. Use it to highlight an area you want to draw attention to, such as a window wall or the island.
2. Coral Pink
If a pure pink isn’t your jam, take a look at pink hybrid colors, such as an orange-tinged coral pink. Coral colors have a lovely, inviting, warm vibe. Having grown up in a landlocked small Midwestern town, I always think of the fun beach vacations of my youth when I see coral and shell pink shades.
Take a cue from nature and pair coral pink with soft sandy tans and warm whites.
If a pure pink isn’t your jam, take a look at pink hybrid colors, such as an orange-tinged coral pink. Coral colors have a lovely, inviting, warm vibe. Having grown up in a landlocked small Midwestern town, I always think of the fun beach vacations of my youth when I see coral and shell pink shades.
Take a cue from nature and pair coral pink with soft sandy tans and warm whites.
For a similar look: Coral, such as Coral Essence by Benjamin Moore, is a great alternative for those who find true pink too cloying. Just be sure to create a large test sample of the color before committing, and view it at different times of the day in the space, to make sure no undesirable undertones are present.
3. Hot Pink
I don’t know if it’s a reaction to the recent challenging times we’ve been experiencing, but I’ve definitely noticed an uptick in the use of hot pink hues in and on homes. Perhaps people are looking for ways to perk up and brighten their spaces. Whatever the reason, a little bit of bold hot pink can go a long way in creating a fun focal point in a kitchen.
I don’t know if it’s a reaction to the recent challenging times we’ve been experiencing, but I’ve definitely noticed an uptick in the use of hot pink hues in and on homes. Perhaps people are looking for ways to perk up and brighten their spaces. Whatever the reason, a little bit of bold hot pink can go a long way in creating a fun focal point in a kitchen.
For a similar look: Of all the colors presented in this article, Exuberant Pink by Sherwin-Williams is the boldest and brightest. I recommend using it with restraint, such as for a small accent area on a wall or in a niche. Because it’s so eye-catching, be sure to employ it on something worthy of the attention.
4. Pale Pink
After the previous example, it’s time to take it down several notches and show examples of how to use softer, paler pinks in a kitchen.
After the previous example, it’s time to take it down several notches and show examples of how to use softer, paler pinks in a kitchen.
Because these pinks are so light and soft, they can be used as a slightly more colorful alternative to white. Indeed, the palest of the pinks are considered “off-white” hues, or whites that have subtle pink undertones.
These pale pinks are super pleasing to the eye. They add a hint of comforting warmth, perfect for those in cool or gloomy climates, but they aren’t so overly warm that they would be unwelcome in hot climates.
These pale pinks are super pleasing to the eye. They add a hint of comforting warmth, perfect for those in cool or gloomy climates, but they aren’t so overly warm that they would be unwelcome in hot climates.
Think pale pinks make a kitchen appear too juvenile? Try pairing the soft pink hue with warm woods, gold metallics and natural (or natural-look) stone for an elegant, sophisticated space.
For a similar look: A soft pink like Barely Pink by Valspar adds a nice pinch of color without being overwhelming. These hues work well in any style space, from traditional to transitional to modern.
5. Muted Pink
Here’s another hue that’s more of a whisper than a shout of color. It’s a lovely pink-gray-purple hybrid that can almost work as a neutral due to its muted quality. This is one of those shades that’s constantly shifting — it may appear pink, purple or gray — depending on the time of day and quality of light. I can see this hue working well as a warmer alternative to true gray.
Here’s another hue that’s more of a whisper than a shout of color. It’s a lovely pink-gray-purple hybrid that can almost work as a neutral due to its muted quality. This is one of those shades that’s constantly shifting — it may appear pink, purple or gray — depending on the time of day and quality of light. I can see this hue working well as a warmer alternative to true gray.
For a similar look: Victorian Mauve by Benjamin Moore is a pink-purple with a good amount of gray in it, which helps nudge it into neutral territory, meaning you can more easily go for a larger splash of it in a kitchen. It also plays well with many other colors, from eye-popping reds and oranges to soft blues and greens.
6. Plum Pink
This saturated purple-pink is a nice alternative to hot pink for those who want a bold dose of pink but need a color that works well with more traditional or transitional spaces.
The plum-pink island in this charming kitchen is a gorgeous focal point. When paired with dashes of organic green, it creates a lovely, blooming garden vibe.
This saturated purple-pink is a nice alternative to hot pink for those who want a bold dose of pink but need a color that works well with more traditional or transitional spaces.
The plum-pink island in this charming kitchen is a gorgeous focal point. When paired with dashes of organic green, it creates a lovely, blooming garden vibe.
For a similar look: A pretty purple-pink hybrid such as Wild Plum by PPG is bold and colorful but also has an elegant quality to it. Pair it with creams, warm whites and medium to dark wood tones for a traditional look. Or go more modern by combining it with crisp white and graphite or navy blue.
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Well, I love *all* of these pinks. I actually grew up in a 50's ranch with a pink kitchen because it was the only color my mother ever considered appropriate for that room. By the time I was around high school age, she thought about a color change but had no idea what else to try. I suggested yellow, and she went with it. But pink was always the obvious choice.
This article is wonderful! I love pink. I have a gray kitchen and have accents of pink.
Our newly purchased 1996 house (signed 10/20, protracted move, still settling in) came with extensive cultured marble kitchen counters and island -- in pale pink! The tile floor also has pink tones. The areas covered are too much to think about re-doing especially in a pandemic, so we have come to live with them. Oh did I mention all of the walls are very pale mint green? As we are in southeast Utah near the Four-Corners, I have gone with a Native American theme for the open-plan kitchen and eating areas, where the pink verges on coral and the mint shades to turquoise. It is working!