Is Matt Black the New Grey?
Don’t sit on the fence; go for dramatic matt black in your home rather than grey
Niki Bruce
21 January 2019
Houzz Contributor. Editor and Journalist for over 20 years. This is where I let my inner-homeowner run free!
Houzz Contributor. Editor and Journalist for over 20 years. This is where I let my... More
Black is a colour – or non-colour depending on your perspective – that I’ve loved for many years. When I got my first part-time job and could afford to buy my own clothes, I chose black.
When it comes to interior design, I remain enamoured of the inky hue. All my current furniture are either black or so dark a timber that it’s black. Having rented for years, I can tell you that rentals are always white and dark furniture and rugs make an easy and dramatic interior statement.
Black, specifically matt black, is now having a moment. It’s already being seen in fashion, and is making its way into interiors for 2019.
One reason for this is that matt black looks fabulous as an accent colour with the current pastel interior trend.
Matt black also looks stunning with gold, rose gold and the neo-traditional style that’s increasingly popular.
10 reasons to love matt black
10 reasons to love matt black
Get the look: Highlight the texture of a matt black feature wall with a run of overhead lighting.
Get the look: Create drama by combining matt black laminate with pale timber.
Get the look: A matt black kitchen looks great with a pale floor.
Get the look: This kitchen practically disappears in the wall.
Get the look: Use it as an accent in your bathroom.
Get the look: Matt black delineates details beautifully in traditional styled rooms.
Get the look: Glam up black with gold and dark, deeply-veined marble.
Get the look: #allblackeverything can be too startling for a newbie, so how about easing into it with painted furniture?
Get the look: Or go even slower with matt black pendant lights, seen here with the pastel trend.
How to select perfect pendant lights for your kitchen
How to select perfect pendant lights for your kitchen
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