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Black Backsplash Kitchen Ideas
Elements to Pair with a Black Backsplash Kitchen
Black Appliance Finishes for Black Backsplash Kitchens
7 Gorgeous Black Appliances to Match Your Backsplash
So you want to do a black backsplash kitchen design but don't know how? Worry not! We have gathered some of the best dark backsplash ideas the internet offers and have also done the hard work of finding appliances to complement your space. This blog will explore the options available for black backsplash kitchens and the appliances to match the space.
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Shop Appliances at Idler'sWhat is a Backsplash?
A backsplash is a protective covering installed on the wall behind sinks, stoves, or countertops in kitchens and bathrooms. The material that sits on the wall between the counter and the upper cabinets. Typically made of things like tile, stone, glass, or metal, a backsplash serves to protect the wall from splashes, spills, and stains while adding visual interest and enhancing the overall aesthetics of the space. Introducing a backsplash into your kitchen space is a great way to show creativity or transform your kitchen through subtle design. A backsplash can be as short or as tall as the space allows, sometimes extending as far as the ceiling.
Black Backsplash Kitchen Ideas
So, you have decided to use a backsplash in your kitchen and want to make it black. The color black has long been a marker of modern design, and the choice of matte black or glossy black can produce vastly different atmospheres in an interior space. A black backsplash can help create clean lines in a space, whether your aesthetic is built for a minimalist kitchen or a dark luxury design.
Black backsplashes in kitchens can add a touch of drama, elegance, and modernity to the space, creating a striking focal point that complements various design styles. Here are several black kitchen backsplash ideas to inspire your next home renovation project:
- Matte Black Subway Tile Backsplash: Matte black subway tiles offer a sleek and contemporary look that pairs well with both modern and industrial kitchen designs. The clean lines and uniformity of subway tiles create a timeless aesthetic, while the matte finish adds a subtle texture and depth to the backsplash.
- Black Marble Backsplash: Incorporating black marble into the kitchen backsplash brings a sense of luxury and sophistication. Whether it's a honed or polished finish, black marble adds depth and richness to the space, while its natural veining adds visual interest and texture.
- Black Mosaic Backsplash: Mosaic tiles in varying shades of black create a dynamic and eye-catching backsplash. From small hexagonal tiles to larger geometric patterns, black mosaic tiles offer endless design possibilities, allowing you to customize the backsplash to suit your style and preferences.
- Black Glass Backsplash: Black glass tiles are a sleek and modern option for a kitchen backsplash. The glossy finish of glass tiles reflects light, making the space appear brighter and more open. Additionally, glass tiles are easy to clean and maintain, making them a practical choice for busy kitchens.
- Black Metal Backsplash: Metal tiles in black finishes, such as stainless steel or copper, add an industrial-chic vibe to the kitchen. The metallic sheen of these tiles creates a striking contrast against other materials, while their durability and heat resistance make them ideal for use behind stoves and cooktops.
Incorporating a black backsplash into your kitchen design can make a bold statement while adding depth, texture, and visual interest to the space. Whether you prefer the sleek look of subway tiles or the luxurious appeal of black marble, there are endless options to suit your style and elevate your kitchen's design.
Elements to Pair with a Black Backsplash Kitchen
So, you have a black backsplash in your kitchen. Now, what will you do with the rest of your kitchen? Some advise that balancing a black color with its opposite can make a visually impactful kitchen. For example, pairing white cabinets with a black backsplash perfectly balances bold colors. For instance, you could continue the black and white design with a black feature wall and white island or countertop.
This idea of a black feature wall is a popular option in Scandinavian design. Larger black tiles can accompany open living and dark cabinets to show-off show off as cookery books or knife stands. Indeed, if you want the backsplash to be part of a more comprehensive feature wall, using open shelves is a good way of dramatizing your kitchen space.
Coupling the black backsplash with lighter-colored cabinets and black kitchen appliances can enhance the atmosphere created by the black. For example, the color combinations created by using white, cream, or light grey against black can enhance the more delicate colors while deepening the effect of the black.
Alternatively, think about incorporating wood into your kitchen. This can provide a classy spin on a modern kitchen and evoke a more earthy atmosphere by allowing the grains and colors of the natural material to sing against the plain black background.
Black Appliance Finishes for Black Backsplash Kitchens
When designing a kitchen with a black backsplash, choosing appliances that complement the bold backdrop can elevate the overall aesthetic. Here are three appliance finishes that harmonize beautifully with a black backsplash:
➤ Matte Black Appliances: Matte black appliances offer a sleek and contemporary look that pairs effortlessly with a black backsplash. The subdued finish creates a sophisticated and cohesive design scheme, providing a sense of understated elegance. Matte black appliances also have the advantage of being fingerprint-resistant, maintaining their sleek appearance with minimal maintenance. They add depth and contrast to the kitchen, creating a visually striking yet cohesive space.
➤ Glossy Black Appliances: Glossy black appliances offer a luxurious and modern appeal that can enhance the drama of a black backsplash. The glossy finish reflects light, adding depth and dimension to the kitchen while creating a striking contrast against the matte surface of the backsplash. Glossy black appliances can create a sense of cohesion in the space, tying together different design elements for a polished and cohesive look.
➤ Black Stainless Steel Appliances: Black stainless steel appliances combine the timeless elegance of stainless steel with a sleek black finish, offering a modern twist on a classic look. The black stainless steel finish complements the dark tones of a black backsplash while adding a contemporary edge to the kitchen. The smudge-resistant coating makes black stainless steel appliances easy to clean and maintain, ensuring they maintain their lustrous appearance. Additionally, the subtle sheen of black stainless steel adds depth and visual interest to the kitchen, creating a dynamic and sophisticated ambiance.
Matte black, glossy black, and black stainless steel appliances are all excellent choices for a kitchen with a black backsplash. Each finish offers its own unique appeal, allowing homeowners to create a cohesive and stylish design scheme that enhances the beauty of their kitchen space.
7 Gorgeous Black Appliances to Match Your Backsplash
You've got your beautiful black backsplash, but you need to complete the kitchen design with stylish appliances to help with the continuity of your interior design. How to go about it? We have found some of our favorite appliances that will fit perfectly into a black backsplash kitchen, from refrigerators to ranges.
KitchenAid® 26.8 Cu. Ft. Black Stainless Steel with PrintShield™ Finish French Door Refrigerator
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This French-door refrigerator from KitchenAid is the perfect accompaniment to any stylish kitchen. With sophisticated ExtendFresh™ Temperature Management System technology, the fridge keeps your food fresher for longer. Its scratch-resistant exterior will match your sleek black backsplash kitchen perfectly.
Samsung 29.0 Cu. Ft. Fingerprint Resistant Black Stainless Steel French Door Refrigerator
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This is another French door refrigerator, but this one has an extra-large interior capacity for even more produce protection. A water dispenser and ice maker offer refreshing hydration, and the considerable interior provides tailored compartments for different produce.
GE® 25.6 Cu. Ft. High-Gloss Black Freestanding French Door Refrigerator
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This black fingerprint-resistant refrigerator will keep your black kitchen looking pristine. It's not just a great-looking fridge but a high-performing one, too. With LED lighting and spill-proof shelves, your fridge will look great inside and out.
AGA Elise 36" Gloss Black Slide In Induction Range
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A kitchen is not complete without an oven. This black range from AGA is of a timeless design. Finished with European dual-convection cooking and fan-assisted baking, AGA is renowned for quality craftsmanship for a reason.
Samsung 30" Fingerprint Resistant Black Stainless Steel Smart Freestanding Electric Range
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The electric answer to oven cooking, this 30" range is fingerprint resistant, too. Its stainless steel design is the perfect accompaniment to a modern black backsplash kitchen, and its smaller freestanding size means it can fit into a smaller kitchen anywhere with a power source, too.
Café™ Professional Series 30" Matte Black Electric Single Wall Oven
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The vast array of features built into this electric oven means you will have no trouble cooking the food of your dreams in your dream kitchen. From no-preheat air fry settings to precision cooking modes, you can fry, simmer, and steam to your heart's content. Its self-clean cycle will have all messes mopped up in minutes, too.
Fisher & Paykel Series 9 24" Black Glass Combination Steam Oven
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This steam oven is perfect for a home chef's tiny kitchen. With 23 functions (including air fry and sous vide), this appliance packs a punch and will have you creating the most delicious meals despite its size. Its matte black glass finish makes it the perfect appliance for a black kitchen design.
FAQ
Is a black backsplash a good idea?
It depends on your personal preference! It can be a quick way around a kitchen remodel with little effort and a low budget. Alternatively, it can offer the chance to completely redesign your kitchen with a simplistic design.
Should the backsplash be lighter or darker than the countertops?
This is up to you. A lighter countertop can look good against a black backsplash, as the reverse is true. It depends on the materials you use and your taste - your perfect backsplash is unique to you, whether it is a lighter shade or not.
Will a black backsplash make a kitchen look smaller?
Black is a color that can make spaces feel smaller, yes. Lighter colors tend to open spaces up, whereas darker shades can do the opposite. The key is to create a balancing look between light and dark shades in your black backsplash kitchen design. Some backsplashes can reach the ceiling, creating a darker effect, whereas a simple strip of dark color between lighter pieces of furniture will have a more muted effect.
What appliances go with a black backsplash?
Many appliances can go with a black backsplash kitchen. Pair it with a glass-topped oven, a matte black range, or a glossy French door refrigerator. What you choose to do with the appliances and the appliances you pick depends on the size of your space, your budget, and your personal aesthetic preferences.
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