No kitchen renovation is complete without new kitchen countertops as they’re a vital part of your kitchen, since a lot of your kitchen work is done on them, besides they also have a big role to play in creating the overall appearance of your kitchen. If you are considering something bold to highlight your kitchen style, black countertops may be an answer. Aesthetically, there’s no doubt that black countertops can be a beautiful choice. But, as we know, beauty and functionality don’t always go hand-in-hand. Let’s find out their pros and cons.
What Are Black Countertops Pros?
Black countertops are both traditional and modern, and this versatility can let them match any kitchen style. They can be cleaned just the same as other countertops. With the right design choices, they can be used in a small kitchen. There are a variety of countertop materials in a variety of shades of black. They look amazing and bring timeless elegance to any kitchen, especially to a contrasting light-colored one.
A beautiful and welcoming stained shaker style kitchen with white subway tiles and black countertops and a sink.
A beautiful two-tone green kitchen with a beadboard backsplash, black marble countertops and vintage artwork.
A black and white farmhouse kitchen with shaker cabinets, a marble backsplash and black countertops, black stools.
A black and white farmhouse kitchen with white shaker cabinets, black countertops, white tiles on the backsplash and stained stools.
A black moody kitchen with plain cabinets and a stunning black marble kitchen island for a refined feel.
A blue kitchen with a black marble backsplash and a waterfall black countertop plus touches of gold for a chic look.
A bright kitchen with a mustard wall and a stool and black and white everything to calm that down a bit.
A bright kitchen with white cabinetry, black countertops and a backsplash, black stools and white lamps.
What Are Black Countertops Cons?
Fingerprints, water rings, and soap residue are more visible, be ready to clean and clean until you are satisfied. Cleaning them may seem more involved if you’re not used to wiping your countertops daily. If paired with dark cabinets or wall colors, they can make a small space feel even smaller.
A chic vintage-inspired kitchen with stained shaker cabinets and a large table kitchen island, black statement countertops, a black hood and black chairs.
A contrasting navy and white kitchen with a white marble tile backsplash, black countertops and open shelves.
A cool black and white farmhouse kitchen with shaker cabinets, black countertops, a black and white tile floor.
A cozy white kitchen with shaker cabinets, a stained kitchen island, black countertops, black and gold lamps and awesome stools.
A creative stained kitchen with a glossy black tile backsplash and black countertops look very fresh and contrasting.
A farmhouse charcoal kitchen with shaker cabinets, black countertops and open shelving for displaying dishes.
A farmhouse kitchen wiht light grey shaker cabinets, a slate grey kitchen island, black countertops and a white subway tile backsplash.
A farmhouse kitchen with stained cabinetry, a white tile backsplash, black countertops and black pendant lamps.
A green shaker style kitchen with a beadboard backsplash and black countertops plus built-in appliances.
A greige farmhouse kitchen with shaker cabinets, a white tile backsplash, a black countertop and lovely metallic sconces.
A greige kitchen with a white square tile backsplash, open shelves, and black countertops is a stylish space with a farmhouse feel.
A grey Scandinavian kitchen with shaker cabinets, a white subway tile backsplash and black countertops plus open shelves.
What Materials To Use For Black Countertops?
These days, pretty much every countertop material is available in black. You have your pick of the material that suits your design and practical needs.
Laminate is the most affordable and the most popular countertop material. It’s easy to clean, but hard or even impossible to repair depending on the damage. Ceramic tile comes in a variety of shapes, sizes, colors, and textures. Choose larger tiles so there is more surface area and less grout to clean. Concrete is an increasingly popular choice for countertops. The material is more affordable than many natural or engineered stone. It can be stained to appear any shade of black. Many people prefer the look of natural stone because of the different colors and patterns available. Granite is a solid choice, but manufactured quartz is gaining popularity.
A lovely farmhouse kitchen with stained and white kitchen cabinets, black countertops, pendant black frame lamps.
A lovely sage green kitchen with shaker cabinets with black countertpos, open shelves, vintage artwork is pure elegance.
A minimalist black kitchen with sleek cabinets and a sleek kitchen island plus a black backsplash and countertops.
A minimalist black kitchen with sleek cabinets, black marble countertops and a backsplash and neutral fixtures.
Sleek wooden lower cabinets add warmth to this minimalist black kitchen, creating a stylish contrast. The combination spruces up the space with a modern touch. Opt for wood accents to enhance the aesthetic of a black kitchen.
A modern matte black kitchen with a hex tile backsplash, black marble countertops, black pendant lamps and woven chairs.
A modern mint green kitchen with a black countertop and a neutral backsplash plus some brass fixtures is super cool.
A moody black kitchen with faux brik walls, black countertops plus MDF cabinets and touches of yellow.
A moody kitchen with black plank walls, a black marble countertop and a wooden kitchen island with a white stone countertop.
A neutral farmhouse kitchen with a black marble backsplash and countertops plus a black built-in sink.
White shaker cabinets provide a classic touch in this refined kitchen, featuring a chic black marble backsplash and countertops. A black table and chairs complete the sophisticated look. Choose marble and shaker cabinets for an elegant kitchen design.
A sage green shaker style kitchen with a white subway tile backsplash and black countertops plus gold fixtures.
What Colors Go Best With Black Countertops?
Ideally, you want everything else in the kitchen to be light. Whether the space is small or large, keeping everything else light offers a nice contrast. Cabinets in shades of white, cream, and light gray pair beautifully with black countertops. For the floor, you can either match the cabinets or the counters. A lighter floor makes the space feel larger, and that is best for a small kitchen. A darker floor gives the space a luxurious flair. If you’re afraid of the space looking too drab, add some color! Black is neutral and pairs well with anything. You can go totally bold with a color on the wall or add color with small accents or linens.
These are all the points about black kitchen countertops, so would you consider buying them for your home?
Black and white cabinets create a bold look in this sophisticated kitchen, featuring a black fluted kitchen island and gorgeous metal lamps hanging on chains. Use monochrome colors and metallic touches for a timeless, stylish kitchen.
A sophisticated neutral kitchen with shaker cabinets, a stained fluted and curved kitchen island, black marble countertops.
A stylish and elegant grey kitchen with shaker cbainets, black countertops, black framed windows and a door.
A black marble backsplash and countertops create a sleek and stylish look in this kitchen, complemented by a matching kitchen island. The cohesive use of marble adds a cool and modern touch. Choose marble elements for a sophisticated kitchen design.
A stylish kitchen with white cabinetry, a slate grey kitchen island, black countertops, open shelves and a glossy tile backsplash.
A stylish mid-century modern kitchen with wooden cabinets and furniture, black countertops and a lemon yellow tile backsplash.
A two-tone hunter green and white kitchen with a white subway tile backsplash, black countertops and a bold printed rug.
A two-tone kitchen with white and green shaker style cabinets, a pennyt tile backsplash and black countertops, a black and white tile floor.
A vintage green kitchen with shaker style cabinets, black countertops and a backsplash, gold and brass fixtures and pendant lamps.
A vintage kitchen with stained cabinets, blue walls, a black backsplash and countertops plus a pan holder over the island.
A vintage kitchen with tan shaker style cabinets, black marble countertops and a backsplash, some gold and brass touches.
A white farmhouse kitchen with a white tile backsplash, open shelving, black countertops and fixtures for an accent.
An elegant farmhouse kitchen with stained and white cabinets, a black and white tile backsplash and black countertops plus black framed lamps.
Dark-stained cabinets bring a rich look to this exquisite kitchen with a black fluted kitchen island. A black marble backsplash and countertops enhance the luxurious feel. Choose dark finishes and marble for a sophisticated kitchen design.
An ultra-minimalist black and white kitchen with sleek matte cabinets and black countertops and a backsplash is jaw-dropping.