How to Choose the Perfect Paint for the Kitchen: Expert Opinion

The kitchen is one of the most frequently used rooms in an apartment. Housewives spend time here preparing meals, families gather around the dining table, and friends come for dinners. Materials for the kitchen require special attention: surfaces are constantly exposed to humidity, temperature changes, and dirt. That's why many people choose to paint the walls. We asked experts which paint works best for the kitchen.

Moisture-Resistant and Vapor-Permeable Paint

Nadezhda Zотовa — Designer

The kitchen is a room with high humidity. Remember this when buying paint. Another important feature is vapor permeability (the ability of the paint to 'breathe'): such a finish protects against mold and mildew and is not afraid of moisture.

Design: Nadezhda Zотовa

The ideal paint should be resistant to mechanical damage and wear — that way, walls can be cleaned with various cleaning agents and sponges.

Design: Kristina Seluytina

Warm Color Palette

The kitchen and dining area are used frequently. A smart choice is to use shades that stimulate activity.

Design: Anastasia Zarqua

These include deep orange tones. Does the kitchen face the sunny side? Then it can be decorated in a dark palette — for example, coffee, olive, or terracotta tones.

Design: ISTOK BUREAU

Universal White

Daria Vasilyeva — Studio Director of Art Group

The kitchen has large windows, so white is considered timeless and universal for finishing. It allows you to visually expand the space, and it can also serve as a 'canvas' for experimentation: play with contrasts with decor or create accent elements (wall painting).

Design: Elena Ille

Pay attention: white is perceived differently — if the windows face west, sunlight creates stunning shades.

Design: Alexei Sushkov

Other tips for choosing paint for rooms, current palettes, and valuable recommendations from experts can be found in our longread — scroll down to learn everything about creating a flawless interior with paint.

Photo on cover: Geometrium project