Metals add beauty, functionality and texture to your living spaces. Choosing the right cabinet hardware and metals is often at the bottom of the list. People often are not so keen on making decisions regarding picking the metals. On top of that, mixing metals can be confusing. Once you have installed the metals, it can be difficult to change them again and again. So, you don't want to make any mistakes. Mixing metals seems scary! But if you do it correctly, it pays off with a harmonious and luxurious look that will stand the test of time.
Why mix the metals anyway?
Mixing metals can help to enhance contrast and depth in your rooms. You can pick two or three metals for mixing. Don't select too many metals. It can be overwhelming and difficult to maintain uniformity.
How to mix?
It is easy to leave the decision of choosing the cabinet hardware afterwards. Let's see a few things to enhance your mixing style:
- Choose a dominant metal
Pick a dominant metal. This metal will be used frequently, laying a foundation for the other metals. Ensure that this metal is aligned with the aesthetics and your taste.
- Layer with Complementary Metals
Put the other metals in layers to balance the looks of your spaces. These metals should be complementary to the dominant metals. The aim is to choose a metal that would pair beautifully without disrupting harmony and elegance. For example, you can use chrome as a complementary metal if your dominant metal is brass.
- Be consistent
Try to use the same style throughout your spaces. If there is no consistency in your design or style, your metals will look random and ruin the looks of your rooms. For example, if you have modern, minimalist brass cabinet hardware, opt for sleek, contemporary fixtures in complementary metals.
- Use metals in different zones
To avoid any mistakes, you can assign zones for different finishes. For example, you can pick brass cabinet hardware for your cabinets and drawers. And select stainless steel for your appliances, faucet or lights.
- Incorporate Accents to Tie the Look Together
Even after careful mixing, you feel the things don't look harmonious. To tie things together, you can make small accents so everything looks good. For example, in a kitchen with brass cabinet hardware and stainless steel appliances, you could add bronze light fixtures or black-framed wall art.
- Be mindful of the finishes
Try to use the same finish on the metals everywhere. Pick another metal if you have to change the finish.
Conclusion
Mixing metals can bring richness and beauty to diversity. It reflects modern design thinking to forget the rules and saying yes to creativity and personal tastes. It gives endless possibilities to adorn your rooms with the charisma of mixed metals.
If you want to embrace the elegance of mixed metals for cabinet hardware, Stylent Decor can assist you. Feel free to contact us today!