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Holly Cockburn

If your kitchen feels enclosed or claustrophobic, it's down to this colour scheme mistake – this is now to neutralise it, according to paint pros

Olive and barr kitchen.

We often hear about our homes feeling cold and uninviting, but the opposite can be just as much of an issue. In our kitchens, so much emphasis is placed on creating a warm and inviting atmosphere, but what happens when our paint choice is a little too warm?

Kitchens that feel smaller than they really are, enclosed or even claustrophobic are often signs that your kitchen colour scheme isn't quite right. A cooking space should feel inviting, but also open and spacious.

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