Black stainless steel has been making its appearance in the interior design world, and many are loving this new sleek option for their kitchen appliances. There are many benefits to making the switch, but this isn’t to say that you can’t mix and match with your existing appliances. In fact, many have paired their new black stainless steel with their traditional stainless steel, and they love this likely duo. Whether you are looking for a change in your kitchen space, or just want to go a more modern route, black stainless steel will steel your heart from the get-go. Check out these perks and some kitchens that black stainless steel fit in flawlessly:

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A perk of LG’s line of black stainless steel appliances is that their color is actually a shade lighter than most other lines, leaving it a deep gray tone with a similar shine as the conventional stainless steel finish. This makes it easier to pair with existing appliances you may already have in your home and still adds the luxury of the deeper color into your space.

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Black stainless steel appliances are the perfect for added contrast in your kitchen, especially when paired with white cabinetry like in this kitchen here. You can still achieve the soft open space with these darker appliances, and in this case the darker shade helps accentuate the smaller details of the space.

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Did we mention that the new black stainless steel appliances are smudge and fingerprint proof? One of the best qualities of these darker beauties is that you don’t have to worry about continuously wiping down the surfaces of these appliances because they keep themselves looking clean and pristine. Who wouldn’t love that?

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There are endless features to appliances these days, and many enjoy the sexy black finish paired with these high-tech elements. Samsung’s line of black stainless steel appliances, featured here, have more of a matte finish that pairs beautifully with almost any cabinetry.

Houzz.com, an online plethora of interior design projects and inspiration, has a poll running on the latest black stainless steel appliances and who might consider implementing this sleek design in their home. Currently around 65% of over 10,000 voters have said yes to this popular finish. Click here to chime in with your thoughts, and comment below telling us what you think about this new trend in the spotlight.