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In the world of fashion, one colour seems to rise above all the others for a season; for home design, one colour family can be the underlying theme for several years; in the home appliances world, however, colour trends can last for decades. White goods is a term used to refer to large kitchen appliances because they were originally only available in a white enamel finish. Changes in technology and culture brought avocado green in the 60s & 70s and almond or bisque in the 80s & 90s. Stainless steel started in the mid-90s as a ‘new’ kitchen appliance finish. Fast-forward 20 years, and stainless is still the go-to choice in appliances for homeowners and manufacturers alike. These days, the standard offering in appliances are white, black and stainless steel.
What’s Hot Right Now
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The current trend is an increase in colour offerings that are different versions of the standard three. Whirlpool debuted their Ice collection several years ago featuring a glossy high sheen: White Ice and Black Ice.
Frigidaire has Silver Mist, which has a stainless look, along with Pearl White and Ebony Black to go along with their usual white or black. Dacor produces both a white glass and black glass look.
KitchenAid recently launched a new kitchen line in black stainless steel, and LG also offers kitchen appliances in black stainless.
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Why the trend in riffs off the standard white, black or stainless? Perhaps because they’re ‘classic’ colours which have remained consistent best-sellers throughout the years. Homeowners want something different … but not too different.
It’s easier to change the colour of your cabinets or walls if you want to update your kitchen instead of replacing all of your appliances.
Stainless Steel Still Rules
Here at Trail Appliances the stainless trend holds true. Over the past six years, two-thirds of all purchases have been stainless steel and it’s a number that’s steadily rising.
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Stainless steel is a popular choice for several reasons including:
– Home resale value.
– Ease of coordinating pieces when it comes time to replace an appliance.
– Clean and professional – commercial kitchens tend towards stainless steel, which is a look many strive to emulate.
– Smudge-proof stainless steel (popularized by Frigidaire) is attractive to many homeowners as an easy-to-clean option.
A Rainbow Of Options
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For those who want to stand out from the crowd, many manufacturers have non-standard colour options as well. Dacor offers custom colour for your kitchen appliances.
Likewise, both Viking and Bertazzoni are well-known for having cooking appliances in a range of distinct colours from burgundy to cream. If you want a hot rod red range for your kitchen, these brands can offer you that.
Classic or Custom?
As colour trends come and go, the question that comes to mind is: in twenty years, will homeowners look back at their stainless steel kitchens, and have the same horrified reaction they to do those beige kitchens of the 80s? Incorporating coloured appliances into your kitchen is a big decision. Those dipping their feet into adding a splash of colour start with just one coloured piece rather than an entire suite. Investing in a kitchen designer could also do wonders for your peace of mind. And if you decide to go with a hot rod red range, our appliance professionals can help ensure all the details of your other appliances match your new kitchen centerpiece.
