Like all valuable jewellery, the hardware you choose for your kitchen can greatly improve the look, which is why you may be wondering if the material of your kitchen faucets should match your other hardware.
The kitchen faucet and hardware like handles and joints may seem like a purely practical addition, the main purpose being their functionality, but there is a lot to be said for matching materials.
“Think of your cabinet hardware and kitchen fixtures as jewelry,” says Xander Shreenan of Dowsing & Reynolds. “One should complement the other; Creating a beautiful and decorative kitchen that is perfectly tailored.’
However, remember that anything too matchy-match can look contrived. The short answer is to do what feels best for your kitchen. After all, the heart of the house should reflect the personality of the homeowner.
Should the material of your kitchen faucets match your other hardware?
You’d be forgiven for thinking that there isn’t too much to consider when choosing the best kitchen faucet or cabinet hardware for your home. Resilient hardware needs to strike the perfect balance between design and function, so it should be planned as carefully as any other aspect of your kitchen.
But if you’re still undecided, let us take you on a journey of material discovery as we showcase some of our favorite kitchen designs; Some have matching hardware and faucets, some don’t. You might just be finding inspiration for your next kitchen remodel.
1. Let your kitchen appliances do the talking
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If you have a predominantly white kitchen, you might be wondering how to add interest without interfering with the subtle, minimalist look.
Add other materials like gold or brass hardware to your kitchen sink to enjoy all the benefits of a white kitchen—plus gentle warmth. “White kitchens continue to be popular, despite a reputation for being too clinical for a domestic setting,” explains Richard Atkins, design director at DesignSpace London (opens in new tab).
“There are many ways to warm up the design, one of which is to introduce different materials into the design scheme. Metallic details work particularly well.”
2. Match your kitchen faucet to the cabinet color instead
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“Mix materials and remember that the finishes don’t have to match,” say Jo Le Gleud and Scott Maddux of design studio Maddux Creative. “It is important to think of the materials as a palette that interacts, complementing each other in their differences, yet creating a cohesive and harmonious aesthetic. This gives you the freedom to source hardware and accessories from different suppliers, and the distinctions allow you to individually recognize their intrinsic beauty.’
3. Create cohesion with the right hardware
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Modern kitchen design is best known for its streamlined and tailored aesthetic. So if your kitchen leans towards this kitchen style, you may want to invest in hardware to match your kitchen faucet.
For an enduringly stylish and elegant look, opt for solid metal. Stainless steel, brass and bronze are contemporary additions that will add an industrial touch to your kitchen.
4. Go for a rustic, homey look with mismatched hardware
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Not all kitchen appliances have to match, as this beautiful rustic kitchen demonstrates. A key tenant of vintage-inspired designs, according to Adrian Bergman, design manager at British Standard by Plain English (opens in new tab)is to “embrace the natural warmth and charm of smaller details in the kitchen like used hardware that has aged over the years and enhance the home-made appeal”.
Antique hardware and furnishings add character and in turn help enhance the space as a whole. Consider remaking antique brass faucets when considering what decorative touches would work best in your space. Not only can this often save money, but it is also a sustainable kitchen alternative and helps reinforce the narrative behind the design.
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