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Does your kitchen feature blackgranite countertops?
If so, you’re in luck, as designers are loving this look as of late.
As a bonus, black countertops look great with a number ofcabinet paint colors.
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Dark, Almost Black Hues
Add some mystery to your kitchen!
Amy Peltier, ofPeltier Interiors, is a fan of going dark in a kitchen with black granite countertops.
But that’s not all.
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using darker colors enhances the kitchen to create a moodier atmosphere.
“Dark green or a very deep blue makes your kitchen look sleek and modern.”
Tiffani Baumgart, ofTiffani Baumgart Interiors, also suggests choosing a dark green.
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“It creates a timeless, classic feeling with an unmistakable edge,” she says.
Not sure what specific hues to use within this color family?
Blue
In a similar vein, blue makes for a wonderfulcabinet paint colorchoice alongside granite.
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Kristen Fiore, ofKristen Elizabeth Design, refers to this combination as “timeless.”
“It gives a delightful British vibe in this downtown urban kitchen,” Fiore says.
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Stained Wood
Prefer an all-natural look?
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Baumgart suggests trying an earthy stained wood for a stunning and rich look.
This style would look especially lovely in a modern farmhouse-inspired kitchen.
Caporaso prefers to avoid orange or yellow-toned woods.
“This can become less appealing over time,” she says.
Hema Persad, ofSagrada Studio, weighs in with a few suggestions.
Tones like this will give your kitchen a more storied, historical feel."
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