How to Decorate With a Blue Laminate Countertop

Paint the walls a warm tone to balance the appearance of the blue countertops. Whites, tans and pale yellows create a cheerful feeling that neutralizes the cool tones of blue.

Complement the blue laminate counters with white-painted or natural-colored cabinets for a clean, airy feel in the kitchen. Use darker stained woods such as cherry or espresso for a sophisticated appearance.

Avoid using black appliances in the kitchen. Opt for white or stainless steel instead, which stand out against the blue.

Include some accessories in the same shade of blue as the countertop, such as dish towels or curtains. Find one with accents of warm tones, such as a blue-and-white pattern, or select something solid.

Bring natural accents into your kitchen by placing a vase with fresh, bold flowers in shades such as yellow, orange or red onto your blue laminate countertops. Include potted plants for a more permanent fixture.

Use pots and kitchen accessories in copper instead of silver. The copper neutralizes the overly cool tones of blue, which silver would only enhance. Display antique copper pots on the countertop for decorative purposes only, if you don’t want to switch to pans with all copper tones.

Line any free counter space with decorative accessories in bold, warm tones such as a neon orange ceramic bowl, a yellow glass vase or a cherry red trivet.