At a Glance:
Benefits of Buying a Black Dishwasher
What Kitchens Do Black Dishwashers Look Good?
Are Black Dishwashers in Style?
Top 5 Black Dishwasher Styles to Purchase
While stainless steel appliances have dominated home kitchens for decades, black appliances are starting to become a rising star among interior designers and homeowners. Most notably, black dishwashers are rising in popularity due to their sleek look and smudge-proof functionality. In the next few years, black stainless steel dishwashers will be a staple in residential kitchens. In this blog, our Aztec Appliance team will show you how to be bold, mysterious, and classic with a black dishwasher and include some of your favorite models on the market.
Benefits of Buying a Black Dishwasher
Stainless and white finishes are lovely, but black is timeless and pristine. Look at seven advantages a black dishwasher can bring to your kitchen.
- Color Contrast. Black dishwashers are an excellent source of contrast. Several years ago, all white kitchens were popular. However, that trend has given way to a preference for pops of color and stark contrast.
- Cozier Style. Too much stainless steel can look utilitarian and sterile. This is why this finish is more prevalent in commercial than residential kitchens. However, black stainless steel dishwashers can blend in with stainless steel for a complementary aesthetic. They are an excellent way to make a cold kitchen look cozier and more inviting.
- Hides Imperfections. Regular stainless steel appliances get dirty quickly, prone to smudges and stains. Black dishwashers hide imperfections and are virtually smudge-proof. Matte black surfaces don't show dirt, dust, or watermarks as prominently as silver stainless or white appliance finishes would.
- Timeless Color. The color black is classic — it always stays in style. Kitchen appliances are expensive. Purchasing a color that is always on trend is a better investment than choosing a fad color that varies in popularity.
- Easy to Clean. Black dishwashers do not need to be cleaned with unique cleaning supplies. Use any non-abrasive appliance cleaner and a soft cloth. Wipe away dirt and spills quickly without worrying about smudges.
- Versatile Design. Black dishwashers match nearly any style of kitchen. They are a superb appliance choice in a farmhouse, modern, and rustic kitchen design. Black dishwashers complement hard surfaces like aged wood, metal, stone, and brick.
- Durable. Black stainless steel is just as durable and long-lasting as the standard stainless finish.
What Kitchens Do Black Dishwashers Look Good?
Want a black dishwasher but not sure if it matches your kitchen design? Here are a few interior designs that beautifully work with the black finish.
Farmhouse Style Kitchens
Black dishwashers are the perfect appliance to add a modernized touch to a country-style or farmhouse kitchen. It looks great next to any color kitchen cabinet. Popular cabinet colors in farmhouse kitchen designs are green, blue, and gray. Black dishwashers provide excellent contrast against these colors. In addition, matte black dishwashers pair well with black farmhouse sinks, aged or distressed wood countertops, and all types of metal, including copper, antiqued brass, and brushed nickel.
Modern Kitchens
Black dishwashers blend seamlessly with a modern kitchen aesthetic: the clean lines and stark color of a black dishwasher suit minimalist designs. Create a sleek, monotone look with black appliances, white cabinets, and marbled countertops. Contemporary kitchens are designed to be timeless. There are few things more classic than black fixtures. A matte black dishwasher is a perfect addition to a high-end, chic kitchen.
Small Kitchens
Small kitchens benefit from black dishwashers because the contrast of dark color gives the illusion of more depth. It will make your counters look deeper and wider, giving the appearance of a larger kitchen than you have. Black dishwashers are available in several widths, including 18 and 24 inches. 18-inch dishwashers are ideal for small apartments, condos, and motorhomes.
Are Black Dishwashers in Style?
Black dishwashers have never gone out of style. While there are spikes in their popularity, the classic style of a black dishwasher is always on trend. Adding accents of black to your home is a top recommendation from interior designers. As black dishwashers continue to be a staple in homes, manufacturers are offering more of their models in a variety of black finishes, from matte to stainless steel. At Aztec Appliance, we have black dishwashers and other models with a black finish option if a stainless steel model caught your eye, but you prefer it in black.
Top 5 Black Dishwasher Styles to Purchase
When it comes to shopping for a black dishwasher, take a look at five of our favorite models that we have to offer.
Black Dishwasher Recommendation #1: Café™ 24" Matte Black Built-In Dishwasher
This Café black dishwasher is a top-of-the-line cleaning appliance. Its extra-large capacity includes three different racks. Popular features of this dishwasher include:
- 90 jets and a reversing quad spray arm for the ultimate wash cycle
- Premium drying capabilities
- 40 jets target the silverware rack to leave them sparkling clean
- Customizable hardware options
- Steam + Sanitize cycle removes 99.999 percent of bacteria.
- Four bottle wash jets shoot water into glassware for a deep clean
- Flush counter and cabinet installation
The 24" Matte Black Dishwasher from Cafe has over 1,100 positive reviews on our website. In December 2022, Jerry rated the Cafe Black Dishwasher five stars and said:
"Great looks and quiet. This dishwasher is very nice looking and is very quiet when it's running. Only my wife and I, so the house is quiet, but you barely hear it running."
Black Dishwasher Recommendation #2: GE® 24" Black on Black Built-In Dishwasher
This GE black dishwasher is sleek and stylish. The top features of this appliance include:
- Autosense wash cycles use a beam of light to measure soil levels and automatically adjust the water temperature to create the perfect wash.
- Sanitize cycle that removes 99.999 percent of bacteria from dishes
- 3-level wash for the ultimate cleaning
- Hard food disposer pulverizes food particles to prevent clogs.
- Low-profile installation option that is ADA compliant
- Recessed, built-in handle
If these features don't convince you to buy them, the reviews definitely will. For example, in December 2022, one customer rated this black GE dishwasher five out of five stars and said:
"Squeaky Clean. This dishwasher is so quiet I have to put my ear to it to make sure its on. It gets my dishes so clean, it's great."
Black Dishwasher Recommendation #3: Bosch 300 Series 18" Black Built-In Dishwasher
Bosch is one of the top dishwasher manufacturers. This black Bosch dishwasher has many functions that leave dishes super clean.
- Ultra-quiet wash cycles are further muted by 18 sound-reducing technologies built into this black dishwasher.
- Patented leak-stopping technology called AquaStop Plus senses if a leak is occurring and immediately stops the wash cycle
- The upper rack adjusts to 9 different settings.
- Third rack for flatware and utensils that expand capacity by 30 percent compared to competitive models
- Connects to your smartphone to start dishwashing cycles remotely.
- The slim design fits in small kitchens.
- 24-hour delay start option
- ADA compliant
This black Bosch dishwasher has a nearly perfect customer rating with over 90 five-star reviews. One 5-star reviewer named Andy commented on this Bosch black dishwasher, saying:
"Silent, and cleans wonderfully. I am over the moon with this dishwasher. It not only runs almost silently (which means putting it on before going to bed is a definite option) the dishes come out sparklingly clean, every time. I absolutely love it, and the "remote start" feature is another bonus. Very happy with this purchase, and it looks great in our kitchen, too."
Black Dishwasher Recommendation #4: KitchenAid® 24" PrintShield™ Black Stainless Steel Built In Dishwasher
If you are looking for a black stainless steel KitchenAid dishwasher, look no further than the PrintShield model. KitchenAid packed this dishwasher with high-end technology to make your after-dinner cleaning routine as easy as possible. The top features include in this black dishwasher are:
- Angled third rack that fits glasses, bowls, and flatware
- Removable utensil tray
- Ultra-quiet wash cycles
- Microfiltration wash system that cleans all types of dinnerware and cookware to perfection
- Heating element + fan that leaves dishware completely dry
- Patented ProWash Cycle that uses sensors to measure soil levels and adjust wash time and water temperatures.
- Black stainless steel does not smudge or leave behind fingerprints
- Adjustable middle rack
- Express wash cycle
This black stainless steel KitchenAid dishwasher has been reviewed over 1,200 times by our customers. One 5-star reviewer gave a glowing recommendation:
"Great Dishwasher. This is a nice dishwasher. Very sturdy racks which makes it very well made compared to other brands. I am new to KitchenAid appliances and so far I am finding them above the rest of the brands. Love the third rack for mugs and glasses and other things. Still getting used to how to load it properly but getting there. The racks are all very deep as well. Absolutely fantastic. Highly recommended. Great setting options on this dishwasher as well."
Black Dishwasher Recommendation #5: Whirlpool® 18" Black Built In Dishwasher
Do you have a small kitchen? This black Whirlpool dishwasher has all the top features you are looking for packed into an ultra-slim design. Dishes and cookware get sparkly clean with the help of Whirlpool's high-end technology.
- It fits up to 8 place settings
- Cycle memory feature records what types of wash cycles you wash with most often and automatically prompts you to select that cycle.
- The adjustable upper rack can raise or lower to fit all sizes of cookware
- Quiet wash cycle
- The stainless steel tub cools down fast and prevents moisture from collecting on dishes.
- The heavy cycle removes built-on food and grime easily.
- High-temperature wash cycle sanitizes glasses and baby bottles.
- ADA compliant
- Added heat for optimal drying results
- Energy-star certified appliance
Customers love this black Whirlpool dishwasher. In March 2022, Rob rated this dishwasher five out of five stars and said:
"Fantastic machine. This is perhaps one of the best dishwashers I've own in the past 40 years. Super quiet, efficient and uncomplicated to use. Dishes always sparkle after every wash. Would buy again and again!!!"
Black appliances are trending and don't appear to be going anywhere any time soon. Whether you want a kitchen in all black or just want hints of this dark hue, a black dishwasher can tie your kitchen together while adding more convenience to your dishwashing duties. Stop by Aztec Appliance today or explore online for your new black dishwasher to add to your San Diego home.
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