Charcoal Kitchen Cabinets Ideas

It looks as if gray is here to stay. Shades of gray have become a modern classic in the past decade as an alternative to classic neutrals such as cream and beige. So when it comes to choosing kitchen cabinets this is a popular choice. 

A charcoal shade is a rich dark gray that never goes out of style in the way a mid-gray or even black might. 

Whether you have an older, traditional kitchen or like to opt for a sleek, modern finish, there will be a charcoal kitchen to suit you. 

Dark Gray and Earthy

A traditional shaker style kitchen has bags of appeal when matched with gold toned or brass hardware. 

For a tasteful rendering of a charcoal cabinet, add a marble countertop and keep styling minimal. Wood chevron flooring is a modern classic to complement the design. And how about an earthy, rustic tone rug to add a little warmth? 

Farmhouse Kitchen Styling

A charcoal kitchen cabinet works so well in a farmhouse scheme. Choose white to complement the cabinet doors, so a white subway tile and white countertop will look cute. 

Natural wood as an accent to a cooker hood or as shelves will soften the edges, as will a pretty woven rug on a wood floor. And style with farmhouse style ceramic pitchers and china.

Sense of Tradition

Steeped in tradition, a heavy wood cabinet in charcoal will add drama to your kitchen as well as a classic beauty.

White countertops and tiles will lift the color. Styling and accents should be kept to a minimum as it would be hard to overpower the presence of a period charcoal gray.

Gorgeous Grain in Your Charcoal Cabinets

As well as solid modern made kitchen cabinets that use a wrap or enamel, you can also find charcoal cabinets with the texture and grain showing through.

This is a delightful way to give a lighter look to a heavy color and add some character also. Styling with dark wood and black kitchen accessories will give a modern farmhouse aesthetic with a refined touch.

You may like to paint a wood kitchen in charcoal yourself. Preparing the surface to give optimum texture will be important here.

Kitchen Island for Your Charcoal Kitchen

Gorgeous natural woods make grays and charcoal shades pop! So when it comes to countertops, think of opting for butcher’s block. 

A kitchen island in mixed materials of gray cabinets and wood detailing will look sophisticated in any charcoal toned kitchen.

White ceramics and down lighters in shelves will give you an expensive stylized finish, as will white countertops and backsplash.

Off the Wall

If you are lucky enough to have a retro exposed brick wall or perhaps a farmhouse stone wall then charcoal is a fabulous choice in kitchen cabinetry.

Keep styling simple in earth tones, wood and natural ceramics. And you cannot go wrong with a white countertop to keep the expensive look of your gray cabinets.

Contemporary Charcoal Kitchen Cabinets

Not only do charcoal kitchen cabinets look amazing in a traditional style but they also can look phenomenal in modern designs.

A smooth flat cabinet with clean lines and no hardware will have a great urban or industrial aesthetic. And as with the traditional styles, a white countertop perhaps in quartz or marble will complete the look. To soften the scheme, large green foliage will keep it fresh.

Modern Charcoal Cabinets Matched with Wood

If you want both the modern styling and the pop of color you get from wood, then mix and match your kitchen cabinets.

Sleek wood cabinets going from floor to ceiling will look superb against ultra modern slatted. Clean and clear continues to be the theme. But for some glamor, you can add a velvet chair in a jewel color to solidify the look.

Dark Gray Kitchen with Wood Table

Charcoal cabinets will look anything but dreary if accessorized correctly. A white subway tile and flooring in gray and white geometric print will add some freshness. 

Wood countertops and a beautiful honey toned dining table will contrast to enhance the charcoal cabinets. And for modern touches, add leather handles and black fixtures to create a contemporary style finish.

In Closing

With any style of kitchen, charcoal world best when styled with white or natural wood accents. White countertops will give a crisp, fresh appeal. And natural wood tones contrast with the dark gray to make the color pop.

If you like an industrial look then you can’t go wrong with black fixtures. And for all charcoal kitchens, keep styling minimal with accessories in white ceramic, wood and black.

Modern charcoal kitchen cabinets can be enhanced with matching wood cabinets. And as well as conventional shaker kitchens or smooth, modern cabinets, if you want to make an impact, why not look at some of the slatted styles around?