EFFECT PORCELAIN & CERAMIC L EFFECT emulate the look of natural materials, whilst also providing practical and cost benefits.
materials commonly associated with professional kitchens to be included, making a powerful statement with their sheer simplicity. Packed full of modern style, concrete-effect slabs inspired by the simplicity and strength of this industrial material, for example, are an ideal choice for creating a minimalist look and feel. Composite surfaces that celebrate the dramatic effects and contrasting colours created during the ageing process of raw metal, with a bold and arresting appearance, are perfect for urban and industrial settings.
Mixing dark and light tones on worktops is very much on trend and creates an individual look that is particularly effective across large and open-plan spaces, and this is something that is entirely possible by using ceramic. Using different surfaces for different areas of an open- plan kitchen also helps differentiate – important in today’s multi-functional kitchen living areas. Some ‘zones’ within the larger space, such as where food is to be prepared, may require a more durable or water-resistant surface than others too, providing another opportunity to mix and match materials appropriately.
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The shift towards dark materials and dark tones, particularly strong in the kitchen at the moment, can also be easily tapped into with ceramic. Dark-coloured ceramic worktops and countertops can be offset by lighter furniture and bright ‘colour pops’ to ensure they work in any sized room and create an air of luxury and sophistication. Viewed by many as an accent colour, shades such as black and dark grey, when used on surfaces such as worktops, floors and splashbacks, can be used to make a room feel very inviting, particularly when combined with textured woods to add a rustic, homely charm. Dark colours are also deemed to be quite timeless, which means they won’t make the space age too quickly, which is an important consideration when choosing things like work surfaces and tiling, as these are long-term fixtures.
Overall, the latest trends in surfaces for interior design can be achieved with ceramic, giving creative freedom while ensuring the finished space works on a practical level too.
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