Choosing the right finish for your appliances can be an overwhelming task. Many assume that stainless steel is the only option when it comes to appliance finishes. But there are actually so many available options to choose from. We will help you make the right choice on what appliance finish will blend with the rest of your kitchen.
Stainless Steel Appliances
This is probably the most popular appliance finish used today. Stainless steel is a safe option that tends to blend well with nearly all color palettes you can think of. Use stainless steel if you are looking for crisp metallic finishes to pull off an ultra-modern look and achieve a clean and streamlined aesthetic appeal. Make sure you choose other metals such as the drawer handles, faucet and furniture in your kitchen to match the stainless-steel finish in order to bring out a sleek design.
Black Finishes
The dramatic dark color of appliances appeals to certain homeowners. If you want to choose appliances with a black finish, bear in mind that this option can be risky or safe depending on what you want it to go along with. This type of finish really goes well when you have a black and white color scheme. It makes the space look artistic and dramatic. You can even have black appliances with some white cabinetry to look bold and compact.
Paneled Appliances
Paneled appliances such as fridges are usually an excellent choice for modern kitchen spaces. The reason to panel your appliances is to blend them with other features like cabinet material and create a clean complete look. Furthermore, appliances like refrigerators can be visually dominating in the kitchen and paneling helps to reduce this effect. This type of finish works well if you have a small kitchen and you don’t want the appliances such as microwave, oven and dishwasher to take up space. Paneling can avoid the look of a busy kitchen with overcrowded appliances on one end.
White Appliances
The less common finish for modern kitchens is white appliances. Perhaps it’s due to the traditional and ordinary look that some white appliances bring out. If your ceiling is dark, white appliances can work really well in making the room appear expansive and not feel like a cave. This works well if your kitchen doesn’t have many windows or is considerably dark. White appliances can be quite a challenge to keep clean. We recommend choosing flat surfaces as opposed to textured appliances which can easily catch grime and become hard to clean.
Colorful Appliances
You can choose to have a bit of color on your appliances. This is an ideal option if you are looking for something more special to break the monotony of white cabinets, subtle tiles and functional lighting. A red oven or blue refrigerator can be all you need to give that kitchen a little oomph. A colorful appliance in your kitchen can be a good conversation starter and if properly selected, will stand the test of time.
