What do we think about first when planning the design of our future kitchen? Naturally, about color. After all, it is from this factor that in the future we start when drawing up combinations of equipment, furniture and decorative elements.
Recently, in kitchen design, more and more people are choosing black, making it a secondary or additional color. But first of all, let's figure out what requirements exist for decorating a kitchen in black, and what secrets and techniques should be used so as not to make the space too small and dark.
Features of using black color for the kitchen
This color has no differences in tonality and saturation. Black is always a heavy and deep color. But unlike bright shades, it does not draw attention to itself and does not accentuate objects. Black, on the contrary, creates a kind of dark spot, that is, a kind of visually unfilled emptiness, thereby expanding the space.
The undoubted advantage of this color, especially relevant for the kitchen, is its practicality. It is absolutely not easily soiled. But like any other color, dust will be clearly visible on it. However, for the kitchen this is rather a plus, since the housewife must always keep all kitchen surfaces perfectly clean and even sterile.
However, black color also has a number of disadvantages. Firstly, it is easiest to overdo it. And an excess of this color in the interior will easily make it overly gloomy and heavy, and make the size of the room visually much smaller than the real one.
So, despite the popularity of this color, you should handle it carefully and choose everything wisely. It is best to choose some accents using this color. Let's figure out what is the best place to arrange them.
Glossy kitchen real photos
When planning future renovations, home owners decide many important issues. Materials and shades of future facades play a big role in creating the necessary interior. They need to be selected in accordance with the overall style of the room. During the decision-making process, homeowners are faced with the need to choose whether they are interested in glossy or matte kitchens. An effective design is obtained if you give preference to the first option. It has a number of advantages and features.
What interior elements should be made black?
The first and already quite classic option is a kitchen with a black countertop. It doesn't look unusual or unique, but it is always stylish and very practical. However, the material for such a tabletop must be of very high quality and impact-resistant, since even the slightest scratch from a knife on a black table can turn into a disaster.
But a kitchen with a black apron is used quite rarely. The thing is that the apron takes up quite a lot of space in the kitchen. And if you make it black, then all the other furniture will have to be shaded with rich bright or light colors. The best option would be a combination with white. This design will look quite fresh and extraordinary.
For inexplicable reasons, most housewives categorically dislike black curtains in the kitchen. Naturally, thick black fabric with bulky textures is completely unsuitable for kitchen design.
But a light curtain made of flowing black fabric would be quite appropriate. This is fashionable and quite unusual, but I would still like to recommend warmer colors for the kitchen interior. At least a dark brown color, which will make such curtains a little cozier.
The most common option found today is black kitchen appliances. The thing is that not so long ago, stores offered mainly only white models of equipment. And an extremely rare case were black designs, while colored ones were not found at all.
White surfaces are considered the most easily soiled. That is why most housewives have chosen and continue to choose black for their kitchen appliances. In addition, black equipment will not stand out and attract attention.
Another interesting option for decorating a kitchen is to make the bottom of the set in black. As mentioned earlier, black color “eats” the size of objects, creating a kind of emptiness in their place. This technique is very convenient to use when the bottom of the headset has a solid structure and is itself quite voluminous and massive.
If you do it in black, then it will be almost invisible in the overall picture of the kitchen, giving way to a bright or light light top set.
This idea is also justified by the fact that the most easily damaged surface during the cooking process will be the lower set. But the upper cabinets can be made even in white. The only thing worth considering is that for a kitchen set, all surfaces must be easy to clean and be resistant to various damage, chips and scratches.
The black top of the headset looks more extravagant. And making it just an accented black detail is in itself quite a bold decision. The top black typeface is usually not self-contained.
So it’s better to combine it with a bottom of the same color and make the entire set a black accent, but on other surfaces to abandon this color in favor of muted and light shades. In addition to the black set, to complete the idea, you can make the table top black. Such an interior will have a finished look and, in general, will look balanced and harmonious.
Style solutions for black kitchens
The more modern the style you choose for your kitchen, the more likely it is to adopt black as its color. Black plays its role perfectly in a design designed in the spirit of minimalism, where everything should be strict and concise.
Modernism, which loves unusual details, gloss and monochrome colors, will be happy to fit into your kitchen in a black and white glossy palette.
Black suits brick walls, concrete and loft structures in any way.
For the industrial style with its heavy and rough elements of old machines, lamps and pipes, black is perfect.
Not surprisingly, classics can also be in black. Either in a simple and strict version, or in a more sophisticated one due to additional details in the furniture and a variety of sophisticated kitchen accessories.
A classic kitchen set with a patina applied to the panels of the facades looks special, creating the effect of antiquity.
The art deco style, close to the classics, in black and with elements of silver and gold in the decoration, always looks presentable and luxurious.
Scandinavian interior style prefers soft and cool tones, but does not change itself at all by dressing in black and white design.
Can Provence with its delicate flowers really be dark? Maybe! Due to shapes and details. Take a look at the photo and see for yourself.
Glossy black set
The pleasant glow of black glossy surfaces will make the kitchen more spacious and fresh. Contrary to popular belief, glossy surfaces require the same regular care as matte ones.
The gloss will definitely leave traces from the hands of the owner, children, and the paws of pets. Often, even the most modern glossy surfaces in kitchens are still susceptible to scratches and chips. This happens because modern manufacturers are trying to change the structure of the material, making it stronger and more durable inside.
However, it is the thin top coating that gives the surface the coveted gloss that cannot be changed. This material is durable and not plastic, as a result of which it will in any case be susceptible to chips and scratches.
But do not forget that even the most impact-resistant furniture can be quickly damaged, but a fragile crystal vase can be used for centuries. So don't be afraid to use glossy black surfaces in your kitchen. Like any material, this set will require careful use, but what a pleasant effect of glossy surfaces you will get.
Advantages and disadvantages
Main advantages:
- The kitchen is visually enlarged.
- The room appears brighter due to the reflection of light from the facades.
- Large selection of colors.
- Even dark colors, which in a matte finish will appear rough and gloomy, look aesthetically pleasing.
- Glossy finishes are easy to clean.
Flaws:
- The facades are not entirely practical - stains, stains, streaks, and fingerprints remain on them.
- Sensitive to mechanical stress.
- They require regular wiping to maintain their appearance - up to 2 times a day.
- Care is carried out with specialized products; ordinary detergents are not suitable.
In addition to the general pros and cons, kitchens with glossy facades have features due to the material of manufacture:
- The most practical and economical material is plastic (postforming). Resistant to household chemicals and high temperatures. The downside is that scratches and minor defects cannot be repaired.
- PVC film – advantages, low price and easy to clean with household detergents. Cons: It can fade and peel under the influence of high humidity and temperature.
- Painted facade, protected with a layer of varnish. Minor defects can be corrected, but chips can form if you are not careful. The cost is higher than in the previous two cases.
Glossy suspended ceilings in the kitchen with glossy facades of kitchen furniture are not appropriate.
The walls should also be kept in calm color tones and made matte. It looks elegant when the upper shelves and cabinets are glossy and the lower ones are matte.
It is worth knowing that the most glossy furniture should not have catchy patterns or pronounced texture.
Matte set
With the matte black headset things are a little more tricky. It is less easily soiled and more wear-resistant due to its velvety texture. Fingerprints and other dirt will be almost invisible on such facades.
This set will be unpretentious in everyday care. And light dust can be wiped off with a dry cloth without fear of leaving streaks on the material. But when the time comes to completely clean the matte surface, it is not easy to do. Because it is the very texture that masks dirt so well during the work process that is extremely difficult to clean during a full cleaning.
In any case, to care for black matte and glossy furniture, you will have to purchase specialized products. Then cleaning even such intricate surfaces will be much faster and easier.
Color combination in black kitchen design
As we have already determined earlier, it is absolutely forbidden to make a monochromatic kitchen in black. But then, first of all, the question arises with what colors and shades black will be combined.
Black and white kitchen
The most favorite and most common option for lovers of minimalism in design. This is the same classic that has been a sign of the good taste and sense of style of the owners of the room for decades. This interior in absolutely any design will be light and stylish. It is the sense of proportion and the golden mean between these contrasting colors that can become the main idea of such a kitchen.
Red and black kitchen
This option is suitable for more daring people who are not afraid of experiments. The combination of red and black in itself is almost a classic. But the use of such a design for a kitchen is quite a rare case. This is a very complex design and you need to be careful with it.
The fact is that too much red can cheapen the interior. So these two colors need to either be balanced, or small accents in red should be made, and the main set should be left black. The last option is preferable.
Black and gray kitchen
The combination of deep black with a cool steel shade is an absolutely universal option. It is fashionable, but at the same time discreet. These two colors can create an interior on their own, but can also be a good base for bright accents (like red and orange) or paired with white to become an elegant black and white classic.
Kitchen with green or yellow shades
Black color best sets off both the noble shades of red and coral, as well as the rich shades of summer. Such as yellow and green colors. These colors can be safely used if you want to create a fresh and rich picture in the kitchen. It will always be a pleasure to work in such an interior. But you should know that there should be quite a lot of these rich flowers in the kitchen. They are strong precisely in their saturation, and if you place just a couple of elements in such colors, then they will not be enough and they will simply get lost against the background of deep black.
Black and beige kitchen
This is an option for people with conservative thinking. Most often, the standard combination of black and white seems too bright and catchy to them. But beige instead of white makes the interior a little softer and calmer. This design is used in many styles. And it is perfect for decorating country houses and cottages.
Black and purple kitchen
This is really a very beautiful and very filling option. It's trendy but classic, it's fresh but not cold. This color combination is suitable even for a small kitchen or studio kitchen. And thanks to the bright purple color, you can easily separate the kitchen area and delimit the space.
Floral designs are also a popular option. Here you can choose anything from the variety presented. From black flowers in a standard white kitchen to rich purple orchids on black tiles. Here you should give free rein to your imagination and feel free to experiment.
In conclusion, I would like to say that black is a truly universal and suitable color for the kitchen. It is perfect even for small rooms. It will visually expand and refresh the space. With it you can create the most unrealistic combinations of different colors and textures. So you shouldn’t even rely on the list of these options. Listen to your inner voice and create the kitchen of your dreams.
Color solutions (real photos)
Modern glossy kitchens are characterized by a huge variety of colors. Each color creates its own mood and atmosphere.
White
White color visually expands the area, and the choice of a white glossy kitchen is ideal for small spaces. The color is good in all style solutions - from classic and baroque to minimalism and hi-tech, and can be combined with any other colors. Chrome details look great on a white background; it goes well with wood and glass.
The color is considered practical - although any stains are visible on it, it is easier to remove them immediately while they are fresh. Plus, fingerprints and water stains are less noticeable on a white background.
Black
Black in a glossy version does not press as much as in matte, and leaves the room quite light. This kitchen will look elegant.
Black can be combined with any cheerful color - say, orange. This allows you to create interesting and bright interiors. The combination with metallic colors and chrome parts looks modern and technological.
To make your kitchen look stylish, don’t go overboard with black. And it is worth remembering that black has many shades - both warm and cold, and warm and cold shades do not look good within the same interior.
Beige
The beige color gives an atmosphere of calm and comfort. The character of the interior is determined by the chosen shade of beige - it can be coffee with milk, caramel, yellowish or gray-beige, etc.
Beige is ideal for the kitchen - it is warm and evokes appetizing associations. Monochrome interiors look good in this color; combinations are not uncommon. The most successful combinations are with brown of varying degrees of contrast, metallic gray, red, green, light blue or dark blue.
Red
Red is an intense color: it can enliven the interior, but it is also oppressive and quickly tires if there is too much of it. It goes well with light colors - white, beige, gray.
Bright red color is associated with a modern style kitchen. Calm shades - burgundy, cherry, terracotta can be present in a classic kitchen design or in a country style interior.
Green
Green color creates a feeling of freshness, calm and tranquility, and soothes vision. The kitchen can be decorated in pure green in various shades (all tones of green can be combined with each other) or in combination with white, black, beige, gray, pink or purple, yellow or orange.
Depending on the shade and combination with other colors, a green glossy kitchen can be made in one of the modern styles - high-tech, minimalism, techno, and in a classic style, country style or modern.
Yellow
Looks bright and sunny. Great for rooms facing the shady side and small kitchens. Yellow color is practical, suitable for decorating kitchen aprons and countertops. Bright shades are suitable for a kitchen in one of the modern styles.
Combinations of warm tones of yellow with brown, orange, and reddish colors are successful. Cool tones (for example, lemon) are combined with green, blue, blue, silver and gray. Combinations with white or black will look bright.
Purple
Purple is a noble, sophisticated color that creates an atmosphere of calm. Bright and dark purple facades create austerity in the kitchen interior, muted shades add coziness, and bright lilac adds freshness and brightness. The color is well suited for minimalist, high-tech, and avant-garde kitchens.
