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Metallics make moody kitchens Metallic finishes have become a standout trend in today’s kitchens, bringing a sense of luxury and
refinement to the home. They continue to be among the top-trending searches on Pinterest. From gleaming copper sinks to elegant gold taps, metallic accents can infuse any kitchen with warmth, personality and a touch of glamour.
One of the main reasons metallics have become so popular is their ability to complement a variety of design looks, whether modern, industrial or traditional. For example, gold or copper accents sit happily in a classic country-style kitchen as well as a sleek contemporary space. The are no design rules that you have to stick to.
Another benefit is their ability to reflect light. Light bounces off reflective materials, making the room feel airier, and visually expanding smaller kitchens. In darker schemes, metallic finishes complement the mood and add flair, catching and amplifying the available light.
Tying metallic finishes together across a suite of products is the ultimate for creating a luxurious and holistic design. The aesthetics will sing out, creating an experiential cooking and living space. Our newly extended Mythos Masterpiece collection has been designed to do just that. With a comprehensive collection of sinks, taps, suspended or wall-mounted hoods and accessories in gold, copper and anthracite, designers can create the highly customised looks sought after by customers.
Comment by Chris Gallagher, Sales Director, Franke UK
Grey interiors boost cool metallic finishes in the bathroom
From polished and raw concrete to natural slate, coloured sanitaryware and striking metallic finishes, the colour grey is lending itself to monochromatic bathroom schemes by creating a calming environment. In fact, 2026 is predicted to be the year of layering with customers opting for a bathroom scheme, which uses variations of the same colour to simplify the design process and speed up the product selection by focusing on one primary shade to introduce colour, texture and form.
With so many options available, chrome basin mixers, bath taps, and showering solutions remain the number one choice for creating an impactful grey bathroom scheme thanks to the
silvery-blue high shine finish, which is low-maintenance, durable and sleek in appearance. Cool metallic brassware continues to lend itself to all sizes of bathroom space with the
Comment by Clive Griffiths, Manager, Grange Design
downstairs cloakroom or ensuite enjoying its reflective qualities, and larger bathrooms benefiting from chromes durable, easy-clean properties.
A reflection of real-life living
Kitchens today are no longer just about cooking. They’re places to gather, to socialise, to work and to unwind. And the products that are gaining popularity are often those that reflect this multifunctional reality. The workstation sink sits firmly in that category.
Rather than having to move between different areas for different tasks, from washing to prepping to draining, it allows for a more fluid, centralised approach. Everything needed for food prep and clean-up can be within arm’s reach, which supports the kind of seamless functionality more and more customers are after.
It’s also well suited to busy households where several people might be using the kitchen at once. Being able to manage multiple tasks in one zone makes it easier to keep things running smoothly and keep mess to a minimum.
Comment by Daniel Boulton, Procurement Manager, Clearwater
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