Slate grey l shaped handleless kitchen with half height and full height wall units and contrasting white kitchen worktop.

Kitchen Colour Ideas

Grey kitchen ideas

Versatile and contemporary, grey has become the go-to colour for home interiors, so it is no surprise that more families are looking for grey kitchen ideas. Whether used as an on-trend accent in pale schemes, or as a core shade in engineered designs, explore our grey kitchen inspiration to transform your space. Alternatively, start discovering your new grey style in our kitchen collection.

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1. Soften with super matt

Opting for a super-matt finish tones down reflections and glare to keep the focus on bold colours, such as graphite. The soft texture also has a luxurious feel which, when paired with darker hues and warm metallic accents, is an easy way to create a refined design.

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Modern handleless dove grey kitchen with black inserts, industrial grey worktop, black kitchen tap and inset kitchen sink.

2. Add shine to dark designs

When there is little room to work with, choose glossy grey cupboards. They are pale enough to brighten up an area, and will reflect light for a more open feel. Add drama with matt-black, metal trims, which will create horizontal lines that draw the eye.

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Modern grey shaker kitchen with black worktops, black handles, undermount sink, built-in oven and integrated fridge freezer.

3. Work in woodgrain

Grained patterns are timeless, and offer a tactile choice for those who like texture. The natural pattern is versatile and can easily be paired with other high-end designs like marble, which will offer textural variation for added interest and will create a premium effect that oozes luxe style.

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Farmhouse style shaker kitchen in slate grey with square edge wood worktop and classic wooden top dining table.

4. Shake up a classic

Go for a contemporary twist on timeless shaker style by picking a slate-grey shade for your cupboards. The blue-grey tone accentuates the framed door, whilst adding depth to a room. It can also draw a room in, making it a great large grey kitchen idea for those who have space to play with.

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5. Introduce two tones

If you are stuck between two shades of grey, go for both to create a trendy two-tone look. A lighter shade on wall cupboards will keep a space feeling bright, whilst a darker hue on base units will ground the design. This scheme works well with simple slab styles, which provide uninterrupted swathes of colour for a premium effect.

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Slate grey handleless kitchen with large kitchen island, downdraft cooker hood, black kitchen tap and built in oven.

6. Opt for handleless

For an ultra-contemporary design, try our new Hockley Mirror Gloss doors in a trendy shade of dove-grey. When paired with our handle-free cupboards, it will create a futuristic space with minimal disruptions.

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7. Build in texture

Concrete finishes are on-trend, and are a great way to add visual interest to a design. Our concrete-effect fronts replicate this pattern in a slab door and can be used as an urban accent in a neutral theme, or for an engineered look in an all-grey scheme.

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Slate grey shaker kitchen with island style sink and overhanging breakfast bar. Open shelving and exposed white brickwork.

8. Find the middle ground

With a wide border, bevelled edge, and smooth finish, our grey Chelford cupboards offer the best of both classic and contemporary styles. Pair this design with premium materials, like solid timber and natural stone, for a heritage-inspired interior.

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Country style dove grey shaker kitchen in kitchen island layout. Recessed oven area with square white brick tiles.

9. Upgrade to grey timber

Timber introduces a premium look to any space, so use our Chilcomb cupboards – which have a solid ash frame – for a high-end design. Try choosing a lighter shade of dove-grey, which will create a spacious feel and pairs well with wood tones.

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10. Feature metalwork

A core colour in engineered spaces, grey units are great for schemes inspired by factories and warehouses. Glossy, pale-grey doors will let features like bespoke metalwork take centre stage, and will also soften industrialised textures for a less intense look.

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