In the photo, a white kitchen with a black countertop looks modern and stylish, dividing the work area into two parts. Designer: Pedorenko Ksenia. Photographer: Ignatenko Svetlana.
Advantages and disadvantages
Let's look at the advantages and disadvantages of a white kitchen with a black countertop.
Pros:
- Visually increases the space. A snow-white floor and ceiling will add height, and light walls will easily expand a small room.
- Versatility. When decorating a kitchen in white and black, it is difficult to make a mistake in combinations, so it is easy to avoid “coloristic” mistakes.
- Twice the light. The white surface is able to reflect light, the room is filled with additional lighting and gives a feeling of spaciousness.
Despite the undeniable advantages, let's consider some of the disadvantages of a white kitchen:
- Impracticality. Dirt on a white background is more visible than on a black background. It takes more time to clean the white surface.
- Sterility. Associations with a hospital arise in people’s imaginations, especially when using cool shades of white.
Other interior details in white kitchen design
All components of the kitchen space are important in the holistic perception of space. To make everything look harmonious and original, you need to consider a number of tricks.
- If the set is straight, without additional decorative elements, you need to make an accent apron. It can be made in any shade or be a white relief canvas.
- If the white set is complemented by dark household appliances, then a “roll call” should be made, that is, decorative elements or the facade itself, made in the same color, should be introduced into the interior.
- If the interior of a white kitchen with a black countertop seems too monotonous, you can “revive” it with the help of gold, copper or other patina (special coating to give items a vintage look).
- For those who prefer a more homely atmosphere, there is a very original solution: wooden surfaces. They can be a tabletop, shelves or floor. This approach will make the kitchen more cozy and warm.
- Lighting in a white kitchen should not be too cold. Lamps with yellow light are best. They are able to create a warming effect.
Despite the prevailing opinion that a white kitchen looks cold and uncomfortable, there is no need to immediately give up. You just need to add a few bright elements correctly, and it will surprise you with its sophistication.
A black and white kitchen is a place where you can realize your creative experiments. Different styles, complementary colors, and interesting decor can make it a work of art. All you have to do is not be afraid and give free rein to your imagination.
Headset shape
Let's figure out which form of white kitchen set with a black countertop to choose when creating a cozy atmosphere. Among the common ones are the following:
- Linear. An excellent option that takes up little space. Includes the working triangle rule. Suitable as a basis for design solutions.
The photo shows the linear shape of the kitchen unit; this arrangement is practical and compact.
- Corner. An advantageous type of layout, runs along two adjacent walls. The refrigerator, sink and stove in this form are installed at an optimal distance.
- U-shaped. A practical solution for a modern white kitchen with a black worktop. Runs along three walls, one part is a peninsula that can be a dining area.
- Ostrovnaya. The most expensive layout. Suitable for large rooms, it can be either linear or angular.
Style selection
The combination of black and white is suitable for kitchens made in the following styles:
- Classical. A black and white palette is a win-win option for a fashionable and comfortable kitchen. A harmonious solution that emphasizes the classic style is a white kitchen with a black countertop.
- Scandinavian. Light colors, natural materials and simple shapes are used. The combination of white furniture and black countertops in this style looks impressive.
In the photo, a white kitchen made in the Scandinavian style combines modern materials, lightness and spaciousness.
- Loft. Translated from English “loft” means “attic”. Combines modern textures with old vintage materials and objects. The loft style is based on contrasts, so the combination of a white facade with a black countertop looks harmonious.
- Modern. Includes classic elements, smooth lines, natural materials, and illustrates current fashion trends. With the help of this style and your own creativity, a white kitchen with a black countertop can be made exclusive.
Successful examples in the interior
Today, many people choose sets with black countertops for their kitchen space. Such details do not always look gloomy and depressing, especially if they are correctly used in the interior.
One of the most spectacular and stylish color combinations is the combination of black and white. Dark countertops of different textures look chic in tandem with the snow-white facades of kitchen units. Such combinations can be emphasized on other surfaces, for example, adding a white apron with black patterned curls to the furniture, or laying white tiles with dark lines on the floor.
In this type of environment, warm lamp light is desirable. It is better to choose metal fittings.
Black countertops with a glossy surface look impressive in tandem with a chocolate-colored wooden set. To make this combination look non-trivial, you can choose glossy countertops and reinforce them with metal cabinet fittings. The result is an interesting combination of classics and modern motifs in small details.
A classic corner kitchen in a milky shade will sparkle with new colors if you back it up with black stone countertops and an apron made in the same color and texture. Against the background of such a tandem, the light finish of the kitchen will look impressive.
To prevent the black parts of the set from seeming like black sheep in the interior, it is worth hanging dark metal lamps with large light shades - they will echo the apron and tabletops.
Black countertops will look good in tandem with a kitchen set in matte ash tones. Dark details will dilute the “boredom” of gray colors. The furniture composition will be more impressive if you complement it with shiny metal fittings.
It is better to select a refrigerator for such a set with a silver surface. The kitchen should be decorated in soothing light or pastel colors.
Materials for making a headset
If you want it to last for a long time, you should pay special attention to the material from which the facade of the white kitchen set is made, because it will have to interact with cleaning agents, moisture, and steam.
- Natural wood. Furniture made from solid natural wood not only looks luxurious and beautiful, but also has high performance characteristics.
- Chipboard. Cheap, but at the same time quite durable material. It is treated with special impregnations, thanks to which it successfully resists mechanical damage and wear.
- MDF. An environmentally friendly material compared to chipboard. Its structure makes it possible to make furniture facades of various non-standard shapes, with complex decorative finishes.
Which facade to choose, matte or glossy?
Matte facades are practical, not very susceptible to dirt, scratches are practically invisible, but there is no shine.
The glossy surface of the facades can visually expand the space; over time, the color does not lose its shine. The surface is easy to clean. The defects are more visible on them.
In the photo, a white kitchen with a glossy facade makes the kitchen brighter and gives a feeling of spaciousness.
In a white kitchen with a black countertop, it is possible to use a combined option, leaving the upper drawers glossy and the lower facades matte.
The third color in the design of a black and white kitchen
For many, black is associated with luxury and prosperity. He screams about his exclusivity. White is more restrained and aristocratic. The spectacular result will be the combination of these two colors. However, not everyone is in favor of using such contrasting tones.
In this case, the use of a third color can come to the rescue, which can become a bright and original accent.
Gold
The color of gold always looks very rich and pompous. It also makes the interior brighter and warmer. Thanks to its ability to reflect light, it will also become an “ally” in the fight for a large amount of natural light. Gold color is used when decorating handles, plumbing elements, and lamps.
Chocolate
Brown or chocolate color has a calming and at the same time invigorating effect. The tabletop and flooring look especially beautiful. Chocolate color can also transform a kitchen apron and dining room furniture. It not only looks colorful, but is also very practical. Therefore, when choosing a white classic kitchen with a brown countertop, it is difficult to make a mistake.
Red, burgundy
This color can bring brightness and freshness to the interior. Most often it is used in decorative elements (tiles on the apron, dishes, chandeliers, curtains) and furniture (chairs and poufs). Red or burgundy color will be a highlight in any style of white kitchen with black appliances.
Green
It will add richness and spring mood to the kitchen. Green color looks good on aprons, dishes and furniture. If you choose it for window textiles, it will also give the kitchen a kind of lighting.
Yellow
All its shades will add warmth to the interior (curtains or blinds work especially well with this) and make it softer. Yellow will look especially impressive against a black countertop.
Grey
This color should not be too bright. Then it will resonate with the metal surfaces of kitchen appliances (stove, refrigerator, hood).
Lilac or lilac
This color combination is suitable for a kitchen designed in Provence style. It can be implemented on the facades and decorative elements of a white kitchen with a black glossy or matte countertop.
Materials for making countertops
Let's consider the issue of choosing a material for a black countertop; it should not only be beautiful, but also practical and durable.
- Laminate. Durable and economical. Made of laminated material covered with paper and a protective layer of plastic. Countertops can be of different thicknesses. Resistant to humidity and low temperatures. Stains are easily removed. Do not cut on the surface of the tabletop to avoid scratches.
- Fake diamond. Countertops can come in different sizes and shapes. At high temperatures, the material becomes plastic, which makes it possible to produce a tabletop without seams. Practical black tabletop, the surface is not scratched and does not absorb water.
- A natural stone. Expensive, but at the same time quite practical material. The tabletop is not afraid of moisture and high temperatures. It is necessary to strengthen the kitchen frame due to the heavy weight of the stone.
- Glass. Durable and beautiful material. The tabletop does not require special care and is resistant to mechanical stress, high temperature and humidity. The disadvantage of the material is that it leaves fingerprints and the surface is slippery.
Which apron to choose?
An apron for the kitchen is an important thing. It should not only be a complement and a bright accent in the kitchen, but also effectively perform its protective functions. It is important not to spoil the harmony of the white interior.
- If the choice of apron color is made in favor of black, then you need to take care of good lighting of the work area.
In the photo, the apron is black, divides the work area into two parts, visually lengthens the space.
- Third color. An apron using a bright color will look great in the kitchen. Contrasting red, orange, yellow, green will harmoniously fit into the interior.
- Photo printing. An advantageous solution is to use juicy flowers and fruits, landscapes or megacities, geometric and floral patterns.
Choosing the apron material
We remember that it must combine practicality, ease of use, and be waterproof and heat-resistant.
- Ceramic tile. A popular option that easily copes with its responsibilities. You can choose glossy and matte, smooth and textured, different shapes and sizes, with or without a pattern.
- Mosaic. Made from glass, ceramics, metal, smalt. Mosaic is more expensive than tile. It has more advantages: it is durable, strong and heat-resistant.
- A natural stone. This is a winning option if the apron and countertop are made of the same material. Natural stones include basalt, marble, granite and lithoceramics.
- Glass. Tempered glass is used. Durable, does not scratch, is easy to clean, and is not afraid of high temperatures.
Combination with wallpaper, curtains, decor
Wallpaper in white, beige tones, with the addition of black accents, with graphic designs, and photo wallpapers will suit the interior.
When choosing curtains, a win-win option is white, black, gray, with a geometric pattern, images of plants and flowers. You can choose curtains with horizontal stripes of varying widths.
Stucco moldings, moldings, trims, and mirrors are used as decor in a white kitchen. A mirror will add light and visually enlarge the room. An original way to decorate the walls is to hang cutting boards, rolling pins, vintage trays and dishes. You can decorate the wall with porcelain or ceramic plates.
The kitchen is one of the most favorite places in the house, which charms, inspires and charges us with positive emotions for the whole day. A white kitchen with a black countertop is a classic that will never go out of style and will charm you again and again!
Dark shades
If the black color seems too dramatic, then you can “dilute” it with textures and shades. Suitable dark gray and graphite tones, black decors with silver inclusions, wood textures “dark wenge” or “black ash”, which will smooth out the contrast. All these combinations look advantageous and impressive. But not all adherents of the division into “black and white” are ready for compromises. Although there is a way to avoid mistakes here too.
