The Great British Summer is all about garden barbecues, patio parties and lazy afternoon relaxing under some (hopefully) blue skies! Although, as it is Britain, the weather in the summer period can be increasingly unpredictable – so you can’t always count on the weather to behave itself. In this case, it makes sense to have a contingency plan in place for when the weather isn’t playing ball. Bringing the summer into your kitchen is a great way of maximising your enjoyment of the great indoors throughout the year. Kitchen fitters Colwyn Bay know the benefits that a multifunctional kitchen can bring to your home, and especially to your summer plans. Here are some of the most effective ways to create a welcoming and exciting summer vibe in your kitchen.
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Cabinet Doors and Drawers
Breathing a bit of fresh summer air into your kitchen can be as simple as sprucing up your cabinets and all organized. You’ve got two main options; you can replace them entirely or you could undertake a weekend DIY project and paint them yourself. Think about the bright and breezy summer colours that will bring light and warmth to your kitchen. Colours that will bring an instant summer vibe to your kitchen include; blues, greens, pale yellows and classic whites. 
Maximise the Natural Light
If there is a way for you to easily maximise the amount of natural light in and around your kitchen, it is definitely something that you should look into doing. You can also strategically install mirrors, glass or shiny surfaces which can help to make all the difference. Having reflective kitchen cabinetry such as high gloss units can help to reflect light around the kitchen; which can give the illusion of having more kitchen space. Kitchens Colwyn Bay can help you maximise the light in your kitchen.
Floor Coverings
It might be worth thinking about the effect your kitchen floor coverings are having on the room’s vibe. There are certain flooring types that naturally make a kitchen seem more welcoming and upscale – lighter-coloured stone floors, colourful tiles and marble slabs are ideal. Another idea is to bring the outside in, you can do this choosing flooring that matches the kitchen and the outside area. This creates the illusion of space and it makes the two spaces flow seamlessly. Natural stone materials or porcelain tiles in an exterior grade are a great choice.
Enhance and Accessorise
If you don’t want to take the summer vibe to the extreme, you can always focus on the smaller features of your kitchen; including the decorative touches. Simply swapping out a few kitchen accessories for more attractive summer alternatives can make a huge difference. Even the little details like changing the colour of the kettle, tea towels, and even some brightly coloured art can help to bring in the seasonal changes in your kitchen. 
Plants and Greenery
Nothing says ‘outdoor vibes’ quite like a liberal spreading of plants and greenery. Particularly during the summer months, a vibrant array of plants and flowers around the kitchen can help to transform the ambience of the room. Window boxes are a great way to include some greenery and you can also grow your own herbs – this will fill your kitchen with the wonderful fresh fragrances of summer throughout the year.
