The thing about kitchens is that they need to work hard. They're busy spaces that get lots of use, and the lighting changes throughout the day. Yellow handles all of this beautifully because it naturally bounces light around, making even smaller kitchens feel more spacious and brighter.
There's also something psychological about yellow in food spaces. People naturally feel more relaxed and social around yellow walls, which makes perfect sense for the heart of the home. We've noticed that clients who choose yellow kitchens tend to be really happy with how much time their families spend in the space.
The key is choosing the right shade and knowing where to use it. That's where Crown's range really shines – they've developed yellows that work specifically well in kitchen environments.
Happy Daze® is Crown's answer for clients who want to make a real statement. This is a proper bright yellow that brings instant energy to any kitchen. What's great about it is that despite being bold, it doesn't feel harsh or overwhelming when you use it right.
We've found this works particularly well in north-facing kitchens that don't get as much natural light. The colour really helps brighten these spaces up. Crown's colour specialists suggest pairing it with their Aftershow® or Rebel® for a more graphic, modern look, or with Snowfall® if you want something a bit calmer. This flexibility makes it easier to work with different client preferences.
The best applications we've done with Happy Daze® have been feature walls – especially behind the hob or in breakfast nook areas. It creates a fantastic focal point without being too much for the whole room.
For clients who love yellow but want something with more depth, Mustard Jar® is brilliant. This mustard shade has a real presence in a room and is quite sophisticated.
This colour works beautifully with wood cabinets, especially the warmer woods like oak and maple that are popular right now. We've also had great success pairing it with brass fittings and copper accessories, which creates a really cohesive, upscale look.
One thing to note is that deeper yellows like this need good prep work to get an even finish, but when done properly, the coverage is excellent and the colour stays vibrant for years.
Overjoyed® is perfect for clients who are a bit nervous about yellow but still want that warmth. Crown calls it a "lovely, warming yellow," and that really captures what makes this shade special. It's definitely yellow, but it's gentle enough that it won't overwhelm anyone.
This is the one we often recommend for family kitchens because it creates such a comfortable, welcoming feel. Unlike some brighter yellows that can be a bit much when you're spending lots of time in the space, Overjoyed® feels calming and homely.
What's handy about this shade is how versatile it is. You can use it on all the walls, or just as an accent – both approaches work really well. It doesn't compete with other elements in the kitchen, so it's great when you're working with existing features or materials.
One of the biggest advantages of Crown's yellows is how they enhance light in different kitchen orientations. In east-facing kitchens, yellow walls catch and amplify that lovely morning light. For kitchens that don't get much natural light, yellow can really transform the feel of the space.
If you're working with a kitchen that has good ceiling height, even painting the ceiling in a lighter yellow like Overjoyed® can make a huge difference to the overall atmosphere.
These Crown yellows work well with current kitchen trends. Happy Daze® looks fantastic with stainless steel appliances and white or light gray cabinets – it's got that fresh, contemporary feel that's popular right now.
Mustard Jar® is brilliant with the darker cabinet colours that everyone's asking for – deep blues, charcoal grays, even black. It keeps the kitchen feeling warm and welcoming even with darker elements.
Kitchen environments can be tough on paint with all the moisture, heat, and daily wear. Crown's formulations are designed to handle this, but proper preparation is still important. Make sure surfaces are clean and properly primed, especially in areas around the hob and sink.
It's worth doing test patches in different areas of the kitchen so clients can see how the colour looks throughout the day. Kitchen lighting can vary dramatically from morning to evening, and this helps avoid any surprises once the job's finished.
Each of these Crown yellows appeals to different types of clients. Happy Daze® is great for people who want something bold and contemporary – they're usually quite design-confident and know what they want.
Mustard Jar® works well for clients who appreciate quality and want something distinctive but not too trendy. It's got that timeless feel that appeals to people investing in long-term kitchen renovations.
Overjoyed® is perfect for families or anyone who's a bit cautious about colour. It gives them the benefits of yellow without feeling like they're taking a big risk.
The success with kitchen yellows comes down to understanding what each client wants from their space and matching that with the right shade and application. Yellow can transform a kitchen, making it feel bigger, brighter, and more welcoming – but the key is choosing the right approach for each project.
Crown's range gives us options for every type of client and kitchen, from bold contemporary spaces to gentle family-friendly environments. The quality is consistently good, and the colours have staying power, which is exactly what we need for successful kitchen projects.