This year is all about finishes, and the matte trend is continuing to make waves. Bidding farewell to glossy surfaces that once reigned supreme in kitchens and bathrooms, interior designers are adopting matte’s more organic, toned-down charm. The trend might be low-key, but the glamour of it is definitely not. Scroll to see ways to incorporate the unique trend in your home.
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Photography: Derek Swalwel / bauersyndication.com.au Free-standing baths are a well-established trend that adds an element of retreat-style luxury to the bathroom. Matte black creates drama and makes a punchy statement in all-white and marble bathrooms, or bathrooms with wood touches. If natural light is lacking, avoid an all matte-black tub and opt for a style with a lighter hue instead.
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Laminex Matte surfaces can also add warmth to bathrooms when applied to countertops.
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Photography: Maree Homer / Bauersyndication.com.au Matte furniture and flatware create sophisticated living spaces and are an effective way to introduce the texture into your home. Whether statement black or pastel blue, surfaces take on a more sophisticated look when paired with matte pieces of the same palette.
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Photography: Shannon McGrath / bauersyndication.com.au Black matte faucets continue to be a popular choice in bathrooms, mostly due to their timeless appeal. The bold finish reads edgy yet elegant, and immediately gives bathrooms or kitchens a contemporary feel. This simple update is a great option if you're on a strict budget.
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Laminex Matte surfaces, particularly dark matte surfaces, don't suffer from the sticky fingerprint problem, like that of glossy surfaces. Feel free to incorporate in the most-used parts of your home, to not only save you some time, but also make your home look constantly put together.
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Photography: Derek Swalwell / Bauersyndication.com.au Front doors are not simply about practicality — they're also an opportunity to immediately set the tone of your home. Bold colors and oversized doorknobs can make an instant impression, and give your home an added wow factor. Adding a matte color will give your entryway a masterpiece finish and is also a clever way to disguise any bumps or lumps on the door's surface. For a more subtle take, keep your door the same palette as its surroundings, but apply a matte top coat.
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Photography: Maree Homer / bauersyndication.com.au Don't be afraid to mix and match, juxtaposing matte surfaces with high-gloss or metallic finishes. The contrast adds a modern feel to any space. If you've living with little ones, opt for higher-positioned gloss finishes, such as kitchen pendant lights, to avoid messy fingerprints. Matte cabinets and doors mean small hands are free to explore, and you'll have less to wipe down!