Best Paint Colors for Kitchen Cabinets in 2025

Choosing the right cabinet color is the most important decision in your kitchen refresh. Here are the trending colors for 2025 and timeless classics that never go out of style.

Timeless Classics

Pure White

The perennial favorite for good reason:

• Makes kitchens feel larger and brighter
• Works with any countertop, backsplash, or floor
• Never goes out of style
• Top picks: Benjamin Moore "Simply White," Sherwin-Williams "Extra White"

Warm White/Cream

Softer than pure white, more forgiving:

• Complements warm wood tones and natural materials
• Less stark than pure white
• Works beautifully in coastal homes
• Top picks: Benjamin Moore "White Dove," Sherwin-Williams "Alabaster"

Gray

The modern neutral:

• Sophisticated and versatile
• Range from light gray to charcoal
• Pairs well with white countertops
• Top picks: Benjamin Moore "Gray Owl," Sherwin-Williams "Repose Gray"

Trending Colors for 2025

Deep Navy Blue

Rich, dramatic, sophisticated:

• Creates stunning focal point
• Works as all-over color or lower cabinet only
• Pairs beautifully with brass hardware
• Top picks: Benjamin Moore "Hale Navy," Sherwin-Williams "Naval"

Sage Green

Nature-inspired and calming:

• Connects indoor and outdoor spaces
• Works with natural materials
• Soft but interesting
• Top picks: Benjamin Moore "Sage," Sherwin-Williams "Clary Sage"

Black

Bold and modern:

• High drama and impact
• Works best in larger kitchens
• Requires good lighting
• Top picks: Benjamin Moore "Black," Sherwin-Williams "Tricorn Black"

Warm Greige

The new neutral:

• Warmer than gray, cooler than beige
• Incredibly versatile
• Works with both warm and cool accents
• Top picks: Benjamin Moore "Revere Pewter," Sherwin-Williams "Agreeable Gray"

Two-Tone Combinations

Popular pairings for visual interest:

• White uppers, navy lowers: Classic coastal look
• White uppers, gray lowers: Grounded yet bright
• White uppers, natural wood lowers: Warm and inviting
• Gray uppers, white lowers: Unexpected and modern

Choosing for Your Space

Consider Your Countertops

• White cabinets work with almost any counter
• Dark cabinets pop against white/light counters
• Warm cabinet colors complement warm stone

Consider Your Lighting

• Dark colors need good natural and artificial light
• North-facing kitchens benefit from warmer colors
• Under-cabinet lighting enhances any color choice

Consider Your Style

• Traditional: White, cream, soft gray
• Modern: Black, charcoal, navy
• Coastal: White, light blue, sage
• Farmhouse: White, soft green, cream

What We're Seeing in Ocean County

Local preferences lean toward:

• Bright whites to maximize coastal light
• Navy blues that echo the ocean
• Soft greens connecting to the natural environment
• Two-tone combinations with white uppers