Pairing Matte Black Handles with Modern Kitchen Colours

If you’re scrolling through Pinterest for kitchen inspo right now, one trend is inescapable: Matte Black Cabinet Hardware. And honestly, it’s not going anywhere. Black handles are the ultimate vibe—they’re sleek, they’re affordable, and they provide that instant, high-contrast pop that makes a basic kitchen look designer.

The secret to nailing this trend is knowing what colours to pair them with. It’s all about creating visual tension that feels polished and modern.

The Colour Combinations

• Matte Black on Sage Green: This combo is an absolute winner. The soft, earthy tone of the sage green cabinets is grounded instantly by the sharp, industrial edge of the matte black. It’s warm, welcoming, and feels super bespoke. It’s perfect for that coastal-meets-country aesthetic that’s huge right now.
• Matte Black on Crisp White: The classic. While chrome or stainless steel can fade into a white kitchen, black stands out, providing clear visual punctuation. It acts like eyeliner for the cabinets, defining the lines and adding structure. Plus, black pulls are far less likely to show fingerprints than high-shine metals.
• Matte Black on Raw Timber: If your kitchen features oak, walnut, or a lighter Tasmanian timber, black handles offer a stunning rustic contrast. The smooth, modern finish of the metal plays beautifully against the natural grain and texture of the wood, elevating a standard timber kitchen to a mid-century modern dream.

The hardware from Urban Hardware is designed to be the perfect counterpoint to any colour. It shows that you don't need a lot of money to make your home look modern and stylish.