White kitchen: features of choice, combination, 70 photos in the interior

Advantages and disadvantages

Pros:

• The white kitchen looks neat and fresh, and the constant change of color accents (fruits, flowers, fabric) will not let you get bored.
• The visual effect of expanding the space is created, which is especially important for small-sized kitchens in the apartment.
• A kitchen with white kitchen facades, depending on the texture, material and details, can be matched to any design style.

Minuses:

• Soiled white surface, fingerprints on a glossy finish. Such a set requires more attention when cleaning, but it is no more difficult to wash off stains than with colored kitchen furniture, so it is important to choose high-quality material.
• Association with the hospital. This is possible if there is an abundance of color, so you should abandon the opaque white curtains and tablecloths.
• The kitchen with white facades has become typical due to the fashion for the Scandinavian style.

The choice of material for the body and facade

Due to the fact that the kitchen set in white should not only be aesthetically attractive, but also functionally durable, you need to seriously approach the choice of the suitable material. The durability of the furniture depends on the strength of the case, most often it is made of MDF, particleboard and wood.

• Wooden kitchen with proper care, it does not absorb moisture, is malleable to grinding, withstands mechanical force, temperature changes. It is an environmentally friendly material that has a long service life. Obvious minus ⎯ cost and heavy weight, bulky.
• MDF panels consist of environmentally friendly waste: resin and shavings, as well as decorative and protective coatings (film, plastic, paint). After an array of wood, it is the best choice for a kitchen with its temperature features.
• Chipboard headsets widely distributed, its panels are compressed wood-shaving and laminated products. Subject to the production technology and with the correct installation of the chipboard, it is resistant to the microclimate of the kitchen, this is the cheapest version of the kitchen building worthy of attention. When the edges and the protective coating are deformed, the chipboard easily swells, deforms and exudes harmful resins.

White facades are made of the same materials as the body, as well as plastic and acrylic, which are easy to clean and are not afraid of scratches.

On the picture the kitchen is presented in a modern style with an island kitchen set, which divides the space into zones and creates a convenient approach from all sides to the additional table.

A glossy or matte kitchen set?

The glossy white kitchen set looks stylish, reflects light, creates a mirror effect. Such a facade requires frequent polishing with a soft rag, and it is better to select accessories so that the hand does not touch the surface of the facade.

The matte white kitchen unit in the interior is more practical, handprints are not so noticeable, but you still need to wipe the facade.

On the picture a linear matte set in white is combined with a contrasting worktop and a brick kitchen apron.

Matte and glossy surfaces can be combined in one headset, for example, the bottom can be matte and the top ⎯ glossy.

Features of choosing a headset shape

The choice of kitchen configuration with white facades depends on the size of the room and layout.

• Linear The (direct) set can be of short length (up to 2.5 m) and compactly fit in a small kitchen. Everything is on the same line: sink, stove, worktop. Long sets (up to 4 m) are placed along the wall of a spacious kitchen and make room for a large dining table and lounge area.

• Corner white kitchen sets practically organize the space, look versatile in any style, are distinguished by the presence of deep side cabinets and a sink or stove in the corner. A corner set is complemented by a bar if it is a small kitchen, or by an island part if it is a spacious room.

• U-shaped kitchen furniture is placed on three adjacent walls, is appropriate in a rectangular kitchen of small and large sizes, as well as in a studio apartment. If you select a U-shaped headset, the dining table is located in the living room or in a separate dining area. White facades without fittings create a feeling of walls and spaciousness in the room.

• Island The set assumes the presence of a table in the center of the room and is appropriate in private and country houses, which implies the presence of a separate room or area for eating. The kitchen island serves as an additional desktop, which can accommodate a sink, stove, cutting boards and utensils, or serve as a bar counter. The style, texture and shade of the island should match the kitchen set.

On the picture a white island suite, which creates an additional area for the stove and storage of dishes.

Combination with wallpaper, curtains, decor

Wallpaper

Wallpaper for the kitchen you need to buy high density and washable (vinyl, non-woven and glass, which can also be repainted). White furniture is neutral and will suit almost any color of walls.

For modern kitchens in white colors, wallpapers with graffiti, collage or murals are suitable, 3D wallpapers as an accent on one wall.

Pastel shades, small drawings, monochrome and bright patterns will create the mood of the kitchen and the background for the kitchen set.

Curtains

Curtains at a minimum cost transform the kitchen, warm shades make the room brighter, and cold help balance the sun's rays.

The interior of the kitchen with a white suite is combined with curtains to the color of the walls (where the curtains are 2-3 tones darker), a more economical option is to choose the curtains to match the color of the kitchen unit, since the wallpaper can be changed, but the set will remain. This is a win-win option, but you need to give preference to white light curtains (kisei, tulle, filament curtains), rather than dense curtains that may resemble a hospital ward.

In a white interior, a window can become the center of attention due to colored curtains or bright stripes on a milky background.

On the picture white kitchen furniture combined with green curtains and lime wall. When choosing a headset for better roominess, you should pay attention to the lower cabinets with shelves, and not with swing doors.

Curtains should absorb odors to a minimum, not interfere with the access of light, the passage to the balcony, be fireproof. Cropped white and beige curtains, cafe curtains, Roman curtains look good. Lambrequin may be tough or not too lush.

Decor

The design of a kitchen with a white set can often be changed due to decorative elements (kitchen potholders, towels, tablecloths, flowers and fruit vases). Chalkboard, paintings, clocks, murals, plates, inscriptions, stickers, mirror mosaics will also be appropriate.

Furniture fittings should overlap with the style of the kitchen and other objects, for example, glass handles are appropriate on cabinets with a stained glass insert, and chrome-plated ones look good with the same mixer.

What style does it fit?

A glossy set with straight lines will suit the modern style, it will go well with bright photo wallpaper, white brickwork, metal fittings and chrome kitchen appliances.

On the picture linear set without accessories in the style of minimalism, where all the dishes are hidden from prying eyes. It creates a feeling of spaciousness and cleanliness.

High-tech style is created using a white headset and functional decor items (chalk board, chandeliers), and minimalism and Scandinavian style using closed kitchen facades.

The style of Provence, country and classic implies the naturalness of materials, white furniture from solid wood or MDF with carving is suitable here. The rustic style is created using wall plates, wildflowers, knitted tablecloths, embroidered kitchen napkins and curtains.

On the picture corner set with an island dining table in the center, where the sink is functionally located by the window, and the corner is occupied by an additional pencil case.

White color in the classic is complemented by gilded fittings, elegant legs and expensive upholstery (leather, brocade, velvet), the more luxurious the kitchen furniture, the more neutral the wallpaper.

On the picture The kitchen is presented in a classic style, where the technique is not masked, but combined with luxury.

Art Deco creates an abundance of white, black and white patterned floor and glass surfaces (apron, table, accent wall).

Lighting Features

Light sources play an important role in the perception of the final result. Lighting should be good near the work area, above the kitchen sink, in the eating area, so it is important to organize multi-level lighting. Where fixtures will be placed, you need to plan along with the headset project, given the height of the cabinets and their placement.

The main ceiling light source is not the only one and it will not be enough to get glare from the white headset. The brightness of the light should be adjustable, then you can arrange dinner in the twilight, or adjust the maximum lighting during cooking.

Ceiling additional lighting can be spot or strip with LEDs (the light must be neutral and even).

To illuminate the desktop, you can use furniture fixtures that are mounted on the lower part of the upper pencil case.

The length-adjustable ceiling chandelier can be positioned directly above the dining table. Lampshade and decoration should not be made of fabric, this will complicate the cleaning, it will be appropriate to finish silt glass or plastic.

The white kitchen unit looks beautiful with frosted or stained glass inserts and internal LED lighting in the upper cases and drawers when opened, which consumes little energy and does not heat up. Open shelves will be decorated with LED strip or spotlights.

On the picture corner set that functionally divides the room. Additional lighting on the ceiling and in the cabinets creates a cozy atmosphere.

Photo gallery

With the help of white, you can experiment with the interior of the kitchen, design the walls and ceiling in an original way, and also select colorful decor and textiles. Below are photos of examples of using a white headset in a kitchen design.