My Kitchen Plan (2)
Butt boards. Technically, this counter also has a coordinating low soapstone backsplash, but the butt boards occupy most of the usual real estate. The horizontal planks provide a simple look befitting a farmhouse or cottage style. You can play around with the gap width or opt for crisper tongue-and-groove paneling to make the look more modern.
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kitchen splash by window
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The most fail-safe way to do a black-and-white kitchen is to infuse the space with some warmth. Materials like hardwood floors and natural stone counters help to do just that.
If your kitchen isn't doused in natural light, but you'd still like to explore the idea of black cabinets, bring in other light-reflecting materials. The white upper cabinets, stainless steel appliances and hardware and the texture created by the white grout and black backsplash tiles work beautifully with the black cabinets.
A contrasting island will always make a statement. A traditional kitchen with white cabinets suddenly becomes edgy and high-style with a black-based island. Black paint will mask scuffs in areas where feet come into contact with the wall — a great solution for areas with counter or bar stools!
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