What Color Countertops Match Oak Cabinets?

Oak cabinets have been a popular option for kitchens for many years, and with good reason. Their neutral color is classically lovely, and they are an extremely durable, long-lasting choice. What color countertops go with oak cabinets? Many homeowners find it challenging to find the right color and material to complement oak cabinets, and because countertops make a major impact on the look of a kitchen, and last a long time, it is important to choose wisely. Don’t worry! We can help you choose the right countertops to go with your hickory cabinets, function well for your kitchen, and blend beautifully with the overall aesthetics of your home.

Take Your Time Looking for the Right Option

Consider the color palette of your kitchen when you are shopping for a countertop, but don’t necessarily try to match a specific paint color. Your preferences for kitchen design can change over the years, and you may end up repainting your kitchen walls. If you have matched your countertops to your paint or even furniture colors, they can look outdated when you change the look of the rest of the kitchen.  A better option is to choose a countertop with veining or splashes of color that match your desired color so that when you change your mind, you will have more options available to you. Try out different samples of countertop materials in your kitchen, so that you can see how they look in the space, and with the lighting in your home, instead of the showroom’s lighting. Make sure that when you are choosing cabinetry and cabinets, you pay attention to the room’s other components, so that everything will work well together. Choose carefully, choosing elements that complement each other and create the look you want for your kitchen. Generally, when designing a color scheme for your kitchen, you will want to pick two major colors and an accent color. If your countertop has many different colors in it, one of those hues should be your accent color.

Matching Your Oak Cabinets

Oak cabinets can vary in color, from white to red, with the most common color being a warm honey tone. They have open-grain patterns, and this can make them a little bit challenging to match. The color you choose for your countertops will depend on the overall look you want for your kitchen. Generally, light-toned countertops will work in harmony with oak cabinets while helping to modernize the space, while darker tones can create a dramatic look. Look for natural stone with the color you want, either in a solid color or apparent in the pattern.

• For a warm, earthy look, choose a warm-toned quartz. Especially with red oak cabinets, using warm quartz can make the kitchen feel noticeably warmer and more welcoming. Consider a caramel-colored quartz or another quartz that has naturally golden tones, to perfectly complement your oak cabinets. Be careful not to stray too far into orange-red tones, though, because that can make your kitchen look dated.
• Black countertops give your kitchen a dramatic appeal. This is a particularly good option if you have a large kitchen with a lot of natural light, but you can also use artificial light to show off black counters to their best advantage. Mixing oak cabinetry and black countertops can make a kitchen particularly eye-catching.
• In a modern kitchen, gray countertops create a peaceful aesthetic. They are a great contemporary choice, and work beautifully with white oak, bringing out the character of the mild wood but somehow making the kitchen seem slightly edgy.
• Choose beige to create a warm, serene appearance. This popular mid-tone countertop color provides a simple look that complements your oak cabinets and creates a sense of harmony in your kitchen. And because beige is a soft neutral, it won’t overwhelm the space but can bring out the natural beauty of the wood in your oak cabinets.

Let Signature Marble and Granite Help You Find the Perfect Countertops

When you need help choosing the right countertops to go with your oak cabinets, you can trust the team at Signature Marble and Granite for a beautiful selection and expert installation. Contact us for a free estimate, and we will send a team to your home, to discuss your needs, look at your overall space, and provide a more precise consultation. A local Utah company, we are committed to doing the right thing for our customers, doing each job as it should be done, making it a pleasant experience that leaves each customer with a finished product to enjoy for years to come. After we have installed your gorgeous new countertops, we’ll provide you with a one-year limited warranty, to give you peace of mind. Contact us today for your free estimate and consultation.