Hello everyone, we are trying to decide whether to choose matte black or chrome for our bathroom fixtures.
Does anyone have experience with cleaning black fixtures, and how do they hold up against scratches? Are these fixtures particularly sensitive, especially when wearing rings?
Does anyone have experience with cleaning black fixtures, and how do they hold up against scratches? Are these fixtures particularly sensitive, especially when wearing rings?
Of course, that is a matter of personal taste.
I find the appearance quite appealing.
However, it must also be said that black tends to become less popular in interior details over time. This trend might quickly be considered characteristic of the 2020s. Additionally, lime deposits and dust are more noticeable.
The cleaning requirements and surface durability should be the same.
I find the appearance quite appealing.
However, it must also be said that black tends to become less popular in interior details over time. This trend might quickly be considered characteristic of the 2020s. Additionally, lime deposits and dust are more noticeable.
The cleaning requirements and surface durability should be the same.
It depends on whether the fixtures are powder-coated or anodized. Most (if not all) matte black fixtures are, to my knowledge, powder-coated or sometimes painted. There are anodized fixtures, but these have a slight sheen.
Anodizing is more durable than powder coating because it is not an additional layer but a chemical alteration of the surface itself.
We have black fixtures from Hansgrohe, and both the bathtub and shower fixtures have already chipped. We have baliv (Obi’s in-house brand) in the guest bathroom and kitchen, and everything there is still fine.
But yes, they require more cleaning effort. A water softening system is basically essential unless you live in an area where the tap water is already soft.
Black fixtures are usually more expensive.
Anodizing is more durable than powder coating because it is not an additional layer but a chemical alteration of the surface itself.
We have black fixtures from Hansgrohe, and both the bathtub and shower fixtures have already chipped. We have baliv (Obi’s in-house brand) in the guest bathroom and kitchen, and everything there is still fine.
But yes, they require more cleaning effort. A water softening system is basically essential unless you live in an area where the tap water is already soft.
Black fixtures are usually more expensive.
We have chrome fixtures in the family bathroom and black ones in the guest bathroom. When I look at our chrome fittings, which are used daily, I wouldn’t want black in that area. Our water is also quite hard.
In the guest bathroom, I wipe the fixtures with a cloth after each use.
In the guest bathroom, I wipe the fixtures with a cloth after each use.
On black surfaces, lime stains are probably more visible, but you can also see them on chrome. Both require regular cleaning.
In general, I think black fixtures and door handles are starting to look less modern. I believe people quickly get tired of them.
Stainless steel and chrome are timeless; they also match well with both dark and light furniture and walls. Overall, this is much more neutral. Since we didn’t furnish every room in the same style, this was clear for us from the beginning.
Light beige tones and white furniture are currently very trendy, which naturally clashes with dark accents. We also didn’t want to limit ourselves too much in case we want to change the rooms in the future.
At the end of the day, it’s simply a matter of personal taste.
In general, I think black fixtures and door handles are starting to look less modern. I believe people quickly get tired of them.
Stainless steel and chrome are timeless; they also match well with both dark and light furniture and walls. Overall, this is much more neutral. Since we didn’t furnish every room in the same style, this was clear for us from the beginning.
Light beige tones and white furniture are currently very trendy, which naturally clashes with dark accents. We also didn’t want to limit ourselves too much in case we want to change the rooms in the future.
At the end of the day, it’s simply a matter of personal taste.
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