Stainless steel appliances are still the king of modern kitchens. However, major appliance makers are searching for alternatives, since kitchen decor is evolving. Having an alternative to stainless steel opens up different options for cabinet color and flooring materials. One new appliance finish nearly all appliance brands have embraced is black stainless steel. Black stainless steel has made a splash as one of the newest appliance finishes. This finish has the professional clean look of stainless steel, but is not black and not silver. Black stainless steel appliances are sleek and striking and provide outstanding design and decor options for kitchens.

Stainless steel vs black stainless steel scratch tests have revealed that the scratches on stainless steel are less visible than ones on black stainless steel. Black stainless steel is must less prone to show fingerprints and smudges than normal stainless steel.

There are certain pro and cons in using black stainless steel appliances.

Pros:
1. Black stainless is less likely to show smudges and fingerprints than the normal stainless steel finish.
2. Cleaning the finish is very simple. Usually, a soft cloth and warm water are all that is needed.
3. Black stainless steel appliances are the hot new trend in kitchen decor and design. They will make your kitchen stand out from the crowd of traditional stainless steel.
4. The finish goes well with white and gray which are currently the most popular kitchen cabinet colors.

Cons:

1. The different appliance manufacturers all use unique processes to create the black stainless finish. These results in color variations between brands which means mixing and matching appliance brands may be difficult. It may be necessary to select one brand for all of your major appliances.
2. If the finish is scratched, the plain stainless steel beneath is revealed. This can create a noticeable mark on the appliance. In scratch tests, Samsung appliances have performed better than other brands.
3. The true popularity of black stainless steel has yet to be seen. If brands decide to discontinue the color it may be difficult to find replacement units.

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