HGTV's Erin Napier Shares A Unique Paint Color For A Crisp, Coastal Kitchen

The bright and airy feel of a coastal kitchen is unmatched. Stunning beachy paint shades are often used throughout these spaces to bring the feel of the shore and sand indoors. The laid-back color palette also makes coastal kitchens the perfect option for those who like to invite friends and family over for dinner parties and other food-themed gatherings. If you are a fan of this aesthetic yourself, you probably know just how important it is to nail the perfect white paint shade to pull off the look. Take a look at the stunning color HGTV's Erin Napier used as part of a kitchen transformation, called Shell White from Valspar. In photos of the upgrade Napier shared to Instagram, you can see that it's a white shade with a tinge of warmth.

This paint color is perfect for a coastal-themed space. It isn't so warm that it darkens the space. On the other hand, the shade also isn't so bright and blue tinted that it makes the kitchen feel cold and sterile rather than beachy and laid back. Instead, the paint color falls perfectly in the middle. You can use a similar paint shade to give your own kitchen a makeover that is equally as stunning. Consider pairing the paint with a sea glass backsplash to really embrace the coastal kitchen look. 

If you are interested in using this paint color to create the beachy kitchen of your dreams, you're in luck. You can find a 5-gallon can of Valspar's Shell White paint at Lowe's for $92.98. However, keep in mind that you do not have to purchase from this brand in particular. You might find it more convenient to snag a similar shade elsewhere.

For example, the PRESTIGE Interior Paint in Off White offers a subtle warm white look that resembles ValsparPaint in Shell White. The Rodda Cascadia Interior Paint in Standard White is a comparable shade worth considering as well. When it comes time to purchase your favorite option among these choices, make sure to select the right finish for your kitchen surfaces. Cabinets should be coated in paint with an easy-to-clean slick finish, such as gloss, satin, or semi-gloss. As for your kitchen walls, you can use paint with a matte or flat finish as long as it's washable.

If you decide to use the Erin Napier-approved paint shade to coat your walls and cabinets, you'll need to make sure that it meshes well with the rest of your coastal kitchen. When transitioning into the aesthetic, you may want to switch up your countertops as well. The best countertops to use in a coastal kitchen are made of light colored marble, granite, or quartz.