The Best White Paint Colors for Kitchen Cabinets

While colorful kitchens are certainly on-trend these days, many people can’t imagine veering away from classic white cabinetry when it comes to designing a cook space. If you’re wondering what white paint color to commit to for your kitchen, keep reading for some tried-and-true recommendations from the pros. Whether you’re looking for something bright and crisp or prefer a shade that’s a little more creamy, these five options will help you narrow down your choices.

White Dove by Benjamin Moore

If it’s a warm white that you crave, look no further than Benjamin Moore’s White Dove (OC-17). It’s a favorite of Jeanne Barber, founder of Camden Grace Interiors, who refers to the shade as “a warm, soft white that works across any kitchen style.”

The designer can’t stop praising the hue’s versatility. “The subtle warmth plays nicely with wood floors, brass hardware, and natural stone, while its neutrality makes it the perfect backdrop for bolder choices on islands, countertops, and backsplashes,” she adds.

Decorator’s White by Benjamin Moore

Light and bright is the name of the game in this San Francisco kitchen that features Benjamin Moore’s Decorator’s White (OC-149). Interior designer Emily Munroe, founder of Studio Munroe, appreciates how well the color matches with the Thassos stone mosaic tile backsplash she incorporated.

“For the most clean and crisp results, you want to be sure your whites coordinate within the room,” Munroe advises.

Anew Gray and Shoji White, both by Sherwin-Williams

Don’t be fooled by the name of this paint color! Anew Gray (SW 7030) by Sherwin-Williams reads more like a “soft, warm cream” as opposed to an actual gray shade, says MK Smith, co-founder of Smith Interiors. “It’s one of those beautifully nuanced shades that surprises you,” she says.

Smith likes to use this hue alongside Shoji White (SW 7042), as seen in the above kitchen. “The pairing feels effortless and inviting, with just the right amount of contrast,” she says.

Maedeh Ziaei Moayyed, an interior designer at TriVistaUSA Design + Build, is partial to Shoji White, too. “Designers love this color because it has soft warm undertones, with hints of beige and gray that makes it a flexible and versatile color to pair in with other colors,” she says.

Strong White by Farrow & Ball

Interior designer Alexis Warren appreciates the versatility of Farrow & Ball’s Strong White (No. 2001), adding that it’s a great contemporary pick as well, thanks to its gray undertones.

“In older homes, it’s especially effective, lending cabinetry a fresh, modern edge while still feeling timeless,” Warren says.

Swiss Coffee by Benjamin Moore

If you’re working on a kitchen that has abundant natural light or warm-toned finishes, try painting your cabinets Swiss Coffee (OC-45) by Benjamin Moore, says Michael Winn, the founder and president of WINN Design + Build.

“Its creamy undertone adds depth and elegance,” he says. “It’s a classic for a reason.”