Instead of painting your kitchen ceiling white, choose a lighter shade of the wall color.
With so much focus on cabinets, appliances and flooring, the ceiling is often an afterthought in the kitchen design process. The ceiling is a vital decorative element, making your kitchen seem bigger or more interesting.
Vaulted Ceiling
A vaulted ceiling makes a small kitchen look more open and will allow you to build taller cabinets. Provided your vaulted ceiling meets an exterior wall, you can install bigger windows in the kitchen to increase your natural lighting.
Painted Drywall
Basic white is not your only choice for ceiling color. Consider painting the ceiling a of your kitchen's for a subtle effect.
Beaded Board Paneling
Beaded board paneling, painted white or a light pastel color, will make your kitchen feel like part of an old-fashioned cottage.
Pressed Tin Tiles
Pressed tin ceiling tiles add a nostalgic touch to any kitchen. The tiles are available in a variety of colors and patterns, and you can paint them if you change the kitchen color scheme after installation.
Faux Venetian Plaster
A faux Venetian plaster finish adds texture with a light application of joint compound. This finish hides defects, making it an ideal choice for an older kitchen with imperfect drywall ceilings.
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