5 Classic Summer Colors in the Kitchen

June 5, 2019 by Big Chill

Summertime conjures to mind sunny weather, time outdoors, and finding a way to cool down when temperatures reach soaring heights. In the summertime, the fruit is sweet and the nights are long, lending for some quality time to create memories with people and places that you love.

Summer colors can warm you up, like cherry reds and bright yellows, or cool you down like a refreshing splash of turquoise. Can’t make it to the tropics this year? Favorite campsite already booked up? Not to worry. Appliances in bright summer colors might just be the next best thing.

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1.) Red

Red stands out in the summer, shining brightly in the sunshine and shaking things up with its bold and captivating personality. The color red also has very high visibility, which is why it’s used on stop signs and stoplights. Red is said to represent a spontaneous individual who is ambitious and passionate. If red is your favorite color, some might say that you are boisterous and full of energy. Red is also said to be an appetite stimulant and is one of the most popular color choices in restaurants and food companies.

Big Chill Retro Original Fridge in Cherry Red

Big Chill Custom Colors: #3020 Traffic Red, #3002 Carmine Red, #3003 Ruby Red

2.) Orange

Orange is the perfect summer color, lending its cheerful nature to the warmth that the sun brings with it. A bright and animated color, orange is immediately uplifting to the soul and mind. Orange was a popular color scheme for homes of the 1960s and 70s, representing an embrace of bold color schemes and even a positive change in society. Orange as a favorite color is said to represent a great desire for human companionship and socialization.

Big Chill Retro 30″ Electric Wall Oven in Orange

Big Chill Custom Colors: #2001 Red Orange, #2009 Traffic Orange, #2000 Yellow Orange

3.) Yellow

Yellow is the color of sunshine, and when the summer season rolls around it can be hard to avoid sunshine even if you try. Yellow as a favorite color is said to represent happiness and a love of learning. Yellow lovers are said to express their individuality by creating new ideas and sharing their collected knowledge with other people. Using yellow in your kitchen will instantly invite warmth, happiness, and love into your home.

Big Chill Pro 48″ Stove in Sunflower Yellow

Big Chill Custom Colors: #1007 Daffodil Yellow, #1004 Golden Yellow, #1033 Dahlia Yellow, #1017 Saffron Yellow

4.) Coral

Not only was coral one of the predicted color trends for the year 2019, but coral is consistently a color that makes us think of (or long for) the summer season. Landing harmoniously on the color scale between pink and red, coral creates a welcome and uplifting atmosphere that will capture almost anyone’s attention. How could you not feel uplifted with a dose of energetic color like coral? It’s almost as if you’re scuba diving in a tropical sea.

Big Chill Retro Slim Refrigerator in custom color New Coral

Big Chill Custom Colors: #3016 Coral Red and #3022 Salmon Pink

5.) Turquoise

A blend of light blue and green, turquoise brings to mind the cooling properties of the ocean and can instantly transport you to a relaxed day on the beach. It is said that turquoise represents a desire to make your own way in the world, under your very own terms. A popular color scheme in 1950’s kitchens and homes, turquoise’s cool-toned properties will instantly refresh any room.

Big Chill Retro 36″ Stove in Turquoise

Big Chill Custom Colors: #6033 Mint Turquoise and #6034 Pastel Turquoise

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