Black is a sleek, modern-looking color for your kitchen cabinets, but if it's a bit too moody for you, consider the increasingly popular soft charcoal.

Best for: Two-for-one If you have enough pots and pans in the cupboards but are keen to give stainless steel cookware a go, then try out this two piece frying pan set from Calphalon.

A white kitchen feels as light as a spring breeze and provides a perfect canvas for splashes of color. These are our top white paints for kitchens.