What Colour Goes with Cream Kitchen Units? 

Struggling to find the perfect wall colour to pair with cream kitchen cabinets? Although cream cabinets are incredibly versatile, they're often hard to match with the right paint colour. Thankfully, we've got plenty of premium colours to leave you feeling inspired. 

Cream kitchens are a staple of many homes. A classic cream palette works well with shaker-style kitchen cabinets, while more muted colours can also be effective for more contemporary units. However, if you want to breathe some life into your kitchen, you'll need to think carefully when choosing the colour of your wall paint. 

If you want to avoid a solid cream kitchen, play around with more dynamic colours like sky blue or deep green. If you'd rather keep things simple, use neutral shades with warm undertones. Whatever design you have planned, you're bound to find something that suits your style with our incredible range of paint colours.

Off-White Shades That Work with Light Cream Cabinets

Off-white colours can work well with cream kitchen cabinets. If you're planning a kitchen remodel with cream units, you've got plenty of colour inspiration to work with. Forget about plain white and reach for elegant eggshells and ivory instead. 

The right off-white shade can transform a kitchen. If you prefer a more traditional country style, experiment with cooler tones for a brilliant backdrop to your cooking space. 

Redesigning a more contemporary interior? Off-white kitchen walls are just as effective with modern interiors, working well with stripped-back cream kitchen units and chrome handles. Muted wall shades also pair well with a dark floor, as well as stainless steel appliances. 

If you're looking for ideas, think about experimenting with Canvas G485. This subtle shade has blush pink undertones,  which will add warmth to your kitchen. Perfect if your space is lacking in natural light. 

For those who prefer a paler wall colour, there's Paper F497. This off-white paint has delicate blue undertones, which make it the perfect partner to cream cabinets, stainless steel appliances and chrome accents. 

The Perfect Neutrals to Pair with Cream Cabinets

If your kitchen is a more traditional space, it's best to stick with a neutral colour palette when decorating. Creamy neutrals pair effortlessly with country kitchen units and shaker cabinets. Furthermore, any cream colour will pair well with brass hardware and wooden accents. 

When choosing a wall colour for a traditional condition, avoid trying to create contrast and instead focus on finding the perfect match. The best cream kitchen ideas utilise two colours that are only marginally different. Your aim is to find a sympathetic colour combination, rather than something that overwhelms a space. 

Calla G503 is one of our favourite neutral paints for kitchen decorating projects. This beautiful neutral has soft lilac undertones, making it a fine partner to cream cabinets. What's more, its undertones will help your space feel warm, without you having to incorporate too much artificial light. 

Our Arctic Fox paint colour is another premium pick for kitchen makeovers. This stunning neutral shade has pale blue undertones, which work beautifully with cream kitchens. If you want to introduce more colour, think about incorporating pops of darker blue or introducing additional wooden accents to your kitchen. 

Using Blue Undertones with Cream Kitchen Cabinets

Cream kitchens tend to be dismissed as too traditional. However, when used with the right wall colour combination, they can have a distinctly contemporary feel. If you're aiming for a modern interior, make sure you've thought carefully about wall colours before deciding to repaint your existing units. 

Most contemporary kitchens use grey-toned creams and lighter countertops. When adding colour to your walls, you'll need to find a shade that brings out the best qualities of these elements. Try to keep things simple, focusing on creating clean lines and experimenting with lighting choices to add warmth to your interior. 

For a modern kitchen, it's best to avoid anything too lacklustre. While neutrals can work well here, you'll want a paint colour with clear undertones. In a modern kitchen, blue tones are particularly effective. Blue isn't an obvious pairing with units coated in a cream shade, but these two colours bring out the best in each other. 

Looking for a brilliant blue to help modernise your kitchen? We've got several choices we think are perfect for the task at hand. 

Sea Smoke X447 makes an instant impression with its smoky character. It's also a versatile option, working well with just about any cream or grey. To add depth, experiment with dark blues, or create contrast with subtle pops of orange. 

For smaller kitchens, a lighter shade like Winter V503 works best. This paint colour is perfect if your units are coated in a darker cream. Furthermore, it's effective at opening up a kitchen interior that's lacking in space.

Four Colour Schemes to Suit Cream Kitchen Units 

If you're planning a kitchen makeover and are lacking in colour inspiration, read on for four stylish schemes we know you'll love. From contemporary colourways for modern interiors to stripped-back palettes for more traditional spaces, you're bound to find something to help you on your way. 

A pink colour palette can be incredibly effective in a kitchen with cream cabinets. Lighter pinks can be used well in traditional spaces of any size, while more daring shades are ideal for contemporary interiors. 

If you're after something simple, give Kaolin H497 a try. This light lilac looks right at home alongside cream units, but can also be accented with white and wooden accents. 

Flamingo K319 is definitely a more daring option, but it's an easy choice if you have an appetite for colour. This rich colour works well with cream units and light floors, while the occasional touch of gold or sage green will bring your space alive. 

If you're a fan of blush pink paints Milkshake Y411 deserves a second look. A great choice for kitchens of any size, this wall colour pairs beautifully with cream units, light floors and dark wood furniture. 

Blue walls always work well with cream units. Whether you're looking for subtle blue shades for smaller spaces or more vibrant colours for contemporary interiors, you're bound to find something that fits the bill in our expansive range. 

If you prefer lighter wall colours, give Necklace F428 a try. Ideal for smaller spaces, this eye-catching light blue can also be used to open up contemporary kitchens with more square footage. 

For a bolder makeover, think about using Cumulus Y354. This sky blue shade is just the ticket for kitchens crying out for a pop of colour. Best paired with cabinets coated in a lighter cream, it will give your mood an instant life, any time you head to the kettle or fire up the stove. 

If you want to go for something darker, Denim N429 will deliver. This rich blue paint colour is a fine choice for contemporary kitchens and works perfectly with stripped-back units. To add detail, incorporate brushed brass and gold elements. 

Bolder blues are a great colour choice if you want to realise a more dynamic kitchen makeover. A blue palette can be used in kitchens of any size, especially if your room benefits from large windows and plenty of natural light. 

Lotus F448 is one of our lighter options, with subtle undertones of grey. This colour profile makes it an ideal partner to cream cabinets of any style. 

If you're not afraid to play around with vibrant colours, Trade Wind H441 is a terrific choice. This sky blue shade is bright and airy, making it ideal for opening up a space with limited light. It's also easily coordinated with just about any cream or pastel colour.

Finally, there's Petrol S491. If you're looking for a more striking shade to put to use in a kitchen with a contemporary feel, it's a perfect pick. This colour works well with darker creams, along with most shades of grey paint and metallic accents.

Sometimes, the best kitchen wall colour is the most simple. If you're wary of deploying too much colour in a kitchen with cream units, stick to timeless greys. 

Our Angelica F452 paint colour is a fine option. This light grey paint will work in kitchens of any size, along with just about any shade of cream. What's more, it looks right at home in country kitchens and contemporary cooking spaces alike. 

If you want to go with a darker grey, give Fjord M442 a try. This darker hue is ideal for contemporary kitchens, making it the ideal pairing for stripped-back units, clean lines and dark wood accents. 

A grey palette is a great choice for any kitchen, although the occasional pop of colour is a good idea. To add some depth, use Acropolis F458 to make a statement. This neutral shade has blush pink undertones, bringing essential warmth that won't contrast with your cream cabinets.