Matte Black mania: discover how to make the most of satin black
A challenging color for furnishings, black is also very popular. Recently, the satin version, the so-called "matte black", has been gaining popularity in interior design plans. Mysterious and deep, it's a color that changes the perception of spaces when used on large surfaces, or that sharply emphasizes forms when limited to accents.
Moreover, black is a neutral shade, one that pairs well with an infinite range of others, so it can be considered the background to work on or the accent to accompany other colors. In short, versatile and fascinating, black's worth considering in home decor. Let's see how:
Satin black on the walls
The most obvious way to use matte black is on the walls: it softens the contours with its satin finish that doesn't reflect much light. This means, of course, that it will be suitable for rooms that get a lot of natural light and/or where strong light is not needed, such as in a study.
If there is a risk of darkening the environment too much, then you might consider choosing only one wall (or specific portions of it) to paint in black.
Matte black furniture
Black is, in fact, a neutral color and we know that "it goes well with everything." Therefore, whole pieces of furniture in any room, as well as large appliances, could have a matte black finish. This kitchen shows how some black cabinets and shelves integrate seamlessly with the wood furnishings.
In particular, it's the countertops in the kitchen or even those around sinks in a bathroom that many want in a matte black finish. Aesthetically, it's splendid, no doubt, and it also has the advantage of better concealing certain types of dirt - except, however, for limescale stains.
Combinations that work with satin black
With black, as we have stated, neutral colors go well: white, shades of gray, beige, wood color, and even the green of plants. Natural wood and stone, therefore, pair perfectly with matte black. Further, metallic tones of faucets, lights, and decorations can stand out against a black background, as seen in this bathroom.
Matte black for accessories and fittings
Imagine matte black as a punctuation mark on a white sheet. That's the effect it has when used for small fittings and accessories: like handles, for example, or trims.
In this sense, it's also highly appreciated when it comes to faucets: it complements ceramic sinks, of course, but also quartz and other stone - as well as composite solutions or even colored steel.
"Black is beautiful", even when it is the color for lamps, vases and other designer objects that we use to furnish and decorate. This floor lamp, for example, has a elegantly curved lampshade that looks very classy in black.
Ready to use matte black in your home?
