Black kitchen cabinets – Some say that black is always ‘in’. As one of the monochromatic or neutral colours, black is considered timeless. From outfits to footwear and equipments, many use this colour. This is why black kitchen cabinets have become part of the consideration.
[su_heading size=”26″]Black Kitchen Cabinets[/su_heading]
So, what are the black kitchen cabinets that you like? There are plenty of choices that can get you inspired here.
1. The Matte Black Kitchen Cabinets
If some women prefer matte red lipstick to boost their confidence, then one of these black kitchen cabinets is perfect for you who would cook with joy at home. Matte black is the most solid tone. It is so dark that it can reflects your shadow, even if it is rather blurry with the help of a little light.
You may contrast the matte black kitchen cabinet with the white kitchen island and glossy brown floor. This still looks monochromatic, with a slight difference: you have never seen such blackness in the kitchen before.
[su_note note_color=”#0a9c31″]Pros :
A kitchen that exactly suit a cooking lover.[/su_note]
[su_note note_color=”#d90016″]Cons :
To some people, having everything too dark may cause depression. You might want to add another contrasting colour on the outlines. To avoid blandness, hang at least one colourful picture on the wall.[/su_note]
2. The Transitional Kitchen with Black Cabinets and Copper Vent Hood
A lot of kitchens with their black kitchen cabinets are often combined with neutral or monochromatic colours. This one is also the same, with the dark cabinet, white countertop, white island countertop, and dark brown floor. The black is not so dark or thick (matte).
A copper vent hood and a copper-coloured wall and countertop (on one cabinet in the middle part) make he difference. The copper looks striking, which evens out the monochromatic style that is already dominating the kitchen. The black kitchen cabinets here look neat. The copper vent hood makes it look more unique.
[su_note note_color=”#0a9c31″]Pros :
If you’re looking for a neat and unique black kitchen cabinets, then this is the answer.[/su_note]
[su_note note_color=”#d90016″]Cons :
The copper can still glow and reflect lights. Your kitchen might get hot during summer or in the daytime. Besides that, be careful when you eat at the kitchen island where the stove is near.[/su_note]
3. The Black Kitchen Cabinets with The Contrasting Marbles
Your black kitchen cabinets can also be combined this way: contrasting white marbles on the kitchen countertop and contrasting black marbles on the kitchen island. The marbles are so glossy that you can even treat them as mirrors while you are in the kitchen.
Your black kitchen cabinets can also be matte (thick) or soft. Either way, you will not have to schedule so much time to clean them up.
[su_note note_color=”#0a9c31″]Pros :
The kitchen looks masculine and modern. This black kitchen style will hide any stain that comes from your cooking activities.[/su_note]
[su_note note_color=”#d90016″]Pros :
When things get busy, make sure the space between the stove and the sink is quite vast. To be on the safe side, the sink should not be set on the kitchen island. Putting them side by side is better.[/su_note]
4. The Rich Black Stain and The Wood Grain
Your black kitchen cabinets can be softened by using the rich black stain instead of a full-blown painting. Unlike the matte black cabinets which colour is thick and solid-looking, the rich black stain shows a homey sense and simplicity. In fact, staining it can be a DIY home project if the homeowner wants to make time for it.
How to combine these black kitchen cabinets with the right elements? Since the cabinet itself is made of wood and shows some of its grain, then wood pallets will make perfect materials for the kitchen floor. Clean lines can also be accomplished through the white kitchen island countertop. It is a nice contrast without trying too hard.
[su_note note_color=”#0a9c31″]Pros :
You can make the black stain by yourself. It means saving your budget on creating such black kitchen cabinets.[/su_note]
[su_note note_color=”#d90016″]Cons :
A lot of wood here (the cabinets and the floor) requires proper maintenance. This will help to avoid termites that keep coming back into the kitchen.[/su_note]
5. The Black Kitchen Cabinets with The Statement Countertops
Despite the black kitchen cabinets, a statement countertop is still needed. In fact, this element can help to brighten up the kitchen and reduce the dullness. White marbles are the perfect materials for this. They make the kitchen look more classy, just like in five-star hotel rooms.
[su_note note_color=”#0a9c31″]Pros :
The combination between each components in this black kitchen cabinets, makes the kitchen looks classy.[/su_note]
[su_note note_color=”#d90016″]Cons :
To some people, having too many black kitchen cabinets is considered making the whole kitchen look darker…and less friendly. It is true that some others may enjoy its blackness, but others would still prefer a more balanced colour-combination. Something lighter might brighten up the kitchen.[/su_note]
6. The Faux-Aged or Antique-Looking Kitchen Cabinets
There is another way to make your black kitchen cabinets look less dull and depressing. (That, if you suddenly feel bored at the sight of them in your kitchen.) Besides setting them up with a statement countertop, you can also match them up with the faux-aged cabinet surfaces in the middle.
This is a combination of classic (and almost antique, in fact) and modern styles. The vintage style can also be seen in the kitchen island and its rustic, wooden chairs. These requires wood finishes instead of stains. Your kitchen (with its black kitchen cabinets) has never looked so extraordinary before.
[su_note note_color=”#0a9c31″]Pros :
You get yourself an unique and antique looks of black kitchen cabinets.[/su_note]
[su_note note_color=”#d90016″]Cons :
Besides more wood which also means proper maintenance to keep your kitchen termites-free, the redecoration for the retro style might be a lot of work.[/su_note]
7. The Black Kitchen Cabinets with Some Steel Accents
If you are more into modern looks, black kitchen cabinets are your best frames for the overall kitchen look. Whether it is matte black paint or simple stains, it does not matter. Your kitchen cabinet can be combined with some steel accents. That will make your kitchen look really post-modern or industrial.
With steel floors, kitchen island, and stools, you get the modern touch. In fact, this combination makes your kitchen also look like some restaurant, lounge, or night club. Minus the black kitchen cabinets, you can take this style out and apply it in other rooms. For example: your dining room or study. Give it a try.
[su_note note_color=”#0a9c31″]Pros :
Suit for people who love an modern black kitchen cabinets look.[/su_note]
[su_note note_color=”#d90016″]Cons :
The downside: this kitchen may feel rather hot during the summer and cold in winter. It is the steel accents’ side effects.[/su_note]
8. The Black Kitchen Cabinets with The Metal Countertops
Another combination that you can try with your black kitchen cabinets is…the metal countertops. The materials and details can make a difference, especially in looks and feel. The one you can see here is black-glazed kitchen cabinets with arched door details and copper countertops. It accentuates the cabinet.
The faucet is made of brass and the sink is a farmhouse style. You can say that this kitchen with the black kitchen cabinets offer something with country-style aesthetics. However, it is not 100% country-style. The modern look can be seen from the frameless black cabinets and stainless-steel countertops.
[su_note note_color=”#0a9c31″]Pros :
You won’t get bored. This combination gives you a modern and vintage vibe at the same time.[/su_note]
[su_note note_color=”#d90016″]Cons :
Be careful when you wash the metal countertops. Do not use plain water to avoid corrotion. Soda water is better[/su_note].
9. Let’s Go Glam in This Kitchen
Let’s go glam in the kitchen with these black kitchen cabinets. With the nice, black finishes on the kitchen cabinet, a white countertop, a glossy black dining table, nice chairs, and a hexagonal-looking lamp above, you make it more possible.
This kitchen design is perfect for those who live in small houses or studio apartments. You do not need two separate rooms for your kitchen and dining room. In fact, this kind of arrangement (with the black kitchen cabinets as the focal point of the background) is just perfect. Glam and glow can be seen and felt here.
[su_note note_color=”#0a9c31″]Pros :
This is the most luxurious look to complete a classy style of your black kitchen cabinets.[/su_note]
[su_note note_color=”#d90016″]Cons :
Lose the giant vase on the small dining table to save some space for people to eat.[/su_note]
10. The Black Kitchen Cabinets with Mesh Panelling
These black kitchen cabinets are not only safe, but also more protected. Although the model, size, and shape are as general as most kitchen cabinets in studio apartments or small houses, they are equipped with mesh panelling behind each cabinet door. The mesh panelling can be made of metal, wood, or other materials.
What is it with the mesh panelling? Although some people may not consider such element important or beautifying, it has a function that you cannot just ignore. If something happens and the glass window of your cabinet door breaks, the containers inside are still safe. They do not spill out so easily.
[su_note note_color=”#0a9c31″]Pros :
The mesh panel makes this black kitchen cabinets more save to stored your kitchen utensils.[/su_note]
[su_note note_color=”#d90016″]Cons :
The mesh panelling ruins the beauty of the black kitchen cabinets to some people.[/su_note]
11. The Black Kitchen Cabinets with The Backlit Backsplash
What makes some black kitchen cabinets look unique? Since some consider having almost everything in the kitchen black, they worry about not getting enough light. Although the lamp in the kitchen is bright enough, there are still some dark corners in the kitchen.
This is why these black kitchen cabinets are combined with black marbles in their middle part. Marbles tend to reflect shadows, especially with the help of a little light. This style makes your kitchen look classy and expensive.
[su_note note_color=”#0a9c31″]Pros :
Another timeless style for your black kitchen cabinets.[/su_note]
[su_note note_color=”#d90016″]Cons :
Without a proper maintenance, the marbles may crack overtime. The wooden pallet floor also needs regular maintenance to keep termites away.[/su_note]
12. The Modern and Cozy Black Kitchen Cabinets
The modern touch can be seen from its steel burner and stove, and also the small hanging lamp. This type of the kitchen design (with its black kitchen cabinets) can also be found in small houses or studio apartment units. The black kitchen island with its white tabletop can also function as a dining table.
[su_note note_color=”#0a9c31″]Pros :
What makes this kitchen with its black kitchen cabinets look modern and feel cozy? Sticking to the monochromatic style (with white countertop and kitchen island tabletop) and white walls does not make it look boring.[/su_note]
[su_note note_color=”#d90016″]Cons :
The white countertop might get dirty easily and has to be cleaned up more regularly.[/su_note]
13. The Farmhouse Black Kitchen Cabinets
Your kitchen island can either be white or brown and made of wood. Other elements that are considered “countrylike” include the hanging lamp and some tiny plates as a decoration on the black kitchen cabinets.
[su_note note_color=”#0a9c31″]Pros :
This is another kitchen with its black kitchen cabinets and country style. The design is simple, almost old-fashioned, but still with the kitchen cabinets painted black. There has not been much of a change, unless some natural disasters occur.[/su_note]
[su_note note_color=”#d90016″]Cons :
old stuff or old-fashioned furniture pieces also means proper, regular maintenance. The hanging lamp above the kitchen island is too low, it may give more heat.[/su_note]
14. The Black Kitchen Cabinets with The Extra Large Island
The black kitchen cabinets are also perfect to keep as many things as possible. Put the large kitchen island in the middle and get enough chairs and stools there. Then after that, invite your family and friends over. Your large kitchen island will simply function as a dining table, enough to cater to them all.
[su_note note_color=”#0a9c31″]Pros :
If you would like to join your kitchen with dining room, this is another example of a fine idea. With your black kitchen ideas, you combine it with a very large kichen island. That means, you can have the whole family eat there.[/su_note]
[su_note note_color=”#d90016″]Cons :
These black kitchen cabinets are nice-looking, but the kitchen is just way too open. It may not be a problem to some, but if the cooking fails, it might send more smoke straight into the living room. Not many people will like the idea.[/su_note]
[su_box title=”Conclusion :”]So, here are the 14 examples of great-looking kitchens with their black kitchen cabinets. Which one is your choice? Whatever it is, hopefully it makes you feel more comfortable hanging out in the kitchen. Whether you cook or have something to eat with your family and friends there, you can still have fun.[/su_box]
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