Dark kitchen cabinets are a great way to create a high-end, sophisticated look in your kitchen.

The use of dark cabinetry can add a richness and drama to your space that more common and traditional finishes cannot. A dark look can be accomplished two ways – with a dark stain or painted black.

Dark cabinets are often found in modern and contemporary kitchens, but do work with more traditional styling. Many homeowners seek painted black kitchen cabinets because they complement existing flooring and appliances of most colors, especially stainless steel.

Dark cabinets are commonly used as accents or focal points in two-toned kitchens. For example, painted black cabinets can be used on a kitchen island to balance white cabinets in the rest of the space.

Typically, cabinets take up a large visible area in your kitchen. To keep your space open and uncluttered, use light colors on the walls, countertops, floors, and backsplash to contrast the cabinets. Also, glass inserts look great on black cabinets and create more light flow throughout your kitchen.

CliqStudios.com offers dark stain cabinets in Birch Sable Rockford and Dayton styles and Painted Carbon can be ordered in most door styles. Check with your CliqStudios designer for availability.