You don’t need to spend thousands on specially designed kitchen cupboards to transform your cooking space. In fact, you can repurpose your existing units with kitchen cupboard paint.

If you’re eager to embrace a stylish new look, grey is the obvious colour choice. Cool and contemporary, grey units are high-impact and low-maintenance. 

A suitable colour scheme for any home, grey kitchen cabinets offer a similar classic aesthetic to all-white units, with none of the hassle of having to keep on top of smears, spills and fingerprints. In other words, they’re a recipe for success. 

Looking for some design tips and colour inspiration? At Tikkurila, our product range features a stunning selection of grey shades to choose from. From barely-there stone shades to intense charcoal, you’re bound to find the perfect paint colour for the job. 

If you like the aesthetics of an all-white kitchen but hate having to constantly wipe down those surfaces, light grey cabinet paint is the way to go. Light greys are ideal for creating a more modern aesthetic, even in compact kitchens. If you want to make a statement with a neutral colour, there are few better palette options than light grey.

Ready to reach for your brush and roller? We’ve picked out some of our finest light grey paints for you to consider. 

If you’re a fan of blue-infused wall paint, you’ll love Bungalow G500. This pale grey paint boasts subtle icy undertones, making it a fine choice for more contemporary kitchen interiors. 

However, this low-key shade is incredibly versatile. If you’re sprucing up more traditional kitchen units, this grey shade still pairs nicely with ornate details and wood countertops. If you’re redecorating your entire kitchen, think about using a misty grey to paint those walls. 

Were you thinking about something lighter? How about Necklace F428? While this pale shade also has a hint of blue in the mix, it's a quintessential grey. 

Because it’s so light, you can use it liberally, even in a very small kitchen. Nonetheless, that hint of grey pigment will bring plenty of character to your interior. This one pairs well with all manner of materials and accents, including solid oak counters, dark granite, brushed brass hardware and more. 

Not sure whether you want to bring your kitchen cabinets bang up-to-date or hold onto their rustic charm? With a grey paint colour like Salvador Sky, you get the best of both worlds. This chalky mint is fresh and uplifting, but it’s subtle enough that it won’t overwhelm a small kitchen layout. 

It’s perfect for those looking to introduce a splash of pared-back colour to the kitchens. It coordinates nicely with white countertops and backsplashes, although lighter varieties of wood will also play well alongside it. For a premium finish, think about swapping existing handles and drawer pulls for cast iron or pewter hardware. 

Dark Grey Kitchen Cabinets

While dark grey cabinets aren’t always a good fit for smaller kitchens, they do have their advantages. One of the obvious benefits of darker cabinets is that they won’t show dirt and grime as easily. This makes it an effective colour choice for keeping busy kitchens looking their best in between cleanings. 

While intense grey hues can overwhelm a compact layout, many shades won’t leave your space feeling dark. Dark grey is a go-to choice in more kitchens, offering a stylish compromise between white and black. 

As with lighter greys, darker shades are also very versatile. White and black countertops and backsplashes can be used here. They also coordinate particularly well with darker hardwoods and flooring materials like limestone.

If it’s a contemporary finish you’re after, look no further than Cloak M499. It’s on the dark side, but this gorgeous grey has a warm quality about it. If you’re worried about using it in a smaller kitchen, you can always incorporate a slightly more muted hue to balance things out. 

In bigger kitchens, this dark grey is a brilliant choice for bringing old cabinets back to life. When it comes to adding those little details, take your pick from polished chrome, distressed pewter, or glorious gold when selecting cabinet hardware. 

Here’s another eye-catching grey that will have those kitchen cabinets looking like new again. This misty grey has a hint of blue, making it a fine choice if you’re eager to embrace more colour than you have in the past. Surf S500 is a particularly good choice if you’ve already incorporated cool tones elsewhere in the kitchen. 

If you’re overhauling a smaller space, think about reserving this one for base cabinets and using a slightly lighter tone to repaint wall-mounted units. If you’re lucky enough to have a larger kitchen, you’re free to use this glorious colour as liberally as you wish. 

Thinking about going with something slightly lighter? Agate N500 delivers that dark grey character, but won’t prove imposing in a smaller kitchen. There’s more blue in the mix here, but it’s a rich and enticing one that won’t leave your space feeling cool and sterile. 

While dark, it’s versatile enough that you can use it to repaint all of your existing cabinetry. If you want to bring some balance, use polished hardware when replacing door handles and pulls. You can also go for a pure white or cool neutral to paint cupboard and drawer inlays to create contrast.