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1 Features of the choice of contrasting countertops
- 1.1 What to look for first
- 1.2 Additional recommendations
- 2 Interior styles - 4 best options
- 3 Additional ideas
- 4 Finally
- 5 Gallery
The countertop plays a significant role in arranging a light kitchen with furniture. But how to choose the color of the coating so that it is in harmony with the color of the headset and the decor as a whole? The answer to this question and the most interesting color combinations of the top and furniture will be presented in this article.
A light kitchen and light countertop can look quite boring, but a black top will successfully dilute the monochrome interior
Features of the choice of contrasting countertops
When choosing a kitchen countertop, in addition to taking into account personal taste, you should certainly be guided by several rules. Consider the configuration of the room and the style you choose. But first things first.
A white kitchen and a black countertop look spectacular only when they are matched to the interior and square of the kitchen
What to look for first
First of all, you need to assess the area of your kitchen, the level of its lighting and the appropriate color scheme. The following instructions will tell you what to look for.
- Quadrature. When choosing light furniture, the space of small rooms will visually expand, while dark furniture, on the contrary, will visually narrow it.
White furnishings and finishes make the space seem more spacious and light
- Color spectrum. Furniture and countertops in warm colors (peach, beige) are best used in kitchens with windows facing the north (non-sunny) side. Cool colors (green and blue) will be more acceptable if the kitchen is filled with sunlight most of the day. This can be, for example, a light green kitchen with a black countertop or a white kitchen with a green countertop.
For a kitchen with windows facing north, it is better to choose warm shades.
- Lighting level. Moderately lit with natural light, the kitchen accepts a wide variety of options and color combinations. For example, today it is fashionable to have a white kitchen with a black countertop or other similar interestingly contrasting option.
The weaker the natural light of the room, the lighter its filling should be.
Additional recommendations
In order for light kitchens with a dark countertop to blend harmoniously into the interior, when arranging them (in addition to the headset and top), the following nuances must be taken into account.
When arranging the kitchen, in addition to the headset, an important role is played by the dining set, wall decoration and curtains on the windows
- Wallpaper. With a light-dark range of furniture, wallpaper of light colors, with a discreet pattern of dark color applied to them, will look best. The size of the pattern will directly depend on the area of the kitchen - the smaller the room, the smaller the pattern should be.
The smaller the room, the smaller the wallpaper pattern should be.
- Floor. The best option in such a case is considered to be flooring with ceramic tiles with a checkerboard pattern. It is better to choose a larger tile size - it will visually enlarge the room.
The checkerboard pattern of the tiles will perfectly fit into the contrasting interior
- Curtains. In order for the curtains on the windows to be in harmony with the decor, it is not at all necessary to choose curtains with a black and white pattern. You can easily use pastel or gray fabrics as a drapery.
Window curtains can be selected in neutral pastel or gray tones
- Dining set. His choice should also be based on the size of the kitchen. For small spaces, it is better to choose a light or glass table and the same light sofa or chairs.
Dark chairs will go well with a similar top for base cabinets.
Interior styles - 4 best options
A kitchen in white is a classic option that is unlikely to lose its relevance. Someone may find such a design too boring, impractical and, moreover, too "sterile". It is in order to dilute the monochrome interior that designers recommend using dark tops for the headset.
There are at least 4 interior options in which contrasting solutions will look organic
In this section, you can find several interior options in which the white and black combination will look as impressive as possible.
Pastel colors of the finish will help to dilute the black and white range.
- Option 1. Classic. The light kitchen with dark countertop is elegantly carved furniture, decorated with decorative moldings, graceful lines and monumental forms. It is best to choose a top made of natural or artificial stone (the price for it is quite impressive, but the appearance of such a material is also excellent). It can also be used to trim an apron, floor or sink.
Artificial stone as a covering for a classic headset - a time-tested combination
- Option 2. High tech. An interior that is characterized by functionality and high technology. Clear geometric lines and contrasting color schemes, together with modern household appliances, look incredibly stylish. In this case, a white kitchen with a dark countertop is complemented by a metallic sheen from the fronts of the stove, refrigerator or dishwasher.
Steel surfaces blend seamlessly with contrasting decor
In terms of the material for the top, you can choose both a dark artificial stone, and durable plastic or painted metal.
For hi-tech, it is best to choose a table top made of dark high-quality plastic
- Option 3. Modern interior. A dark kitchen countertop with glossy fronts is ideal for rooms with a small square footage. The shine of the headset and coating will visually make the space deeper and more interesting.
Glossy facades will make the kitchen space deeper and more interesting
Black can be not only the covering of the floor cabinets, but also the apron with fittings. If a dark top seems too gloomy for you, you can choose other options. For example, a glossy light green kitchen with a black countertop looks very stylish.
There is nothing superfluous in modern decor - it looks impressive even without handles on the facades
- Option 4. Scandinavian decor. Usually a white kitchen and a white countertop are used for it (as an option, a top made of solid wood of light species). But many decide to dilute the monochrome interior with a top contrasting with the headset.
You can dilute the monochrome Scandinavian decor with a contrasting top and accessories to match it
To make this design look harmonious, you can use dark accessories or pieces of furniture to fill the kitchen.
Bright accessories and live plants will add coziness to the decor
Additional ideas
In addition to the classic combinations of white and black colors, other color combinations of kitchens and countertops can also look original and stylish:
- White / chocolate. A white kitchen and a dark brown countertop are a beautiful and, as they say, “tasty” combination. Such furniture, like the room itself, is outwardly associated with bird's milk, covered with chocolate glaze, and greatly contributes to an increase in appetite.
Chocolate top evokes pleasant associations with sweet icing and raises appetite
- Orange / Black. An orange kitchen with a black worktop is a cheerful and uplifting combination. In addition, such a kitchen is not one of those that quickly get bored. However, here you need to take into account that the "bust" with the amount of black can make the kitchen not cozy enough and even gloomy. Therefore, black color in an orange kitchen should be in moderation, especially if there is a lack of natural light in the room.
The combination of orange and black should be very dosed, otherwise you risk getting a cluttered space
- White Red. light kitchens with dark countertops in a moderately saturated red color are the choice of lovers of extravagant and extravagant solutions. This combination is perfect for creating futuristic designs with expressive accents with your own hands. It will also indicate the temperament and energy of the owner.
Red coating on a white background looks very interesting and fresh
- White / green. The cool shade of the headset can be diluted with soft and rich natural tones. Tops with pistachio, herbaceous, olive or mint shades will look great.
Natural shades of green will successfully dilute the cold tone of the headset
Finally
We have described the most attractive and traditional color combinations for kitchens and countertops, shared our recommendations for choosing a combination for specific conditions and interior features. We hope that the tips presented in the article will be useful to you and will help you determine the most optimal color scheme for your kitchen. You can find even more worthwhile ideas for implementation in the photo and video in our material.
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