Before you reach for a bold bright or a safe gray, consider the hottest color of the moment: black. From moody nurseries to dramatic wedding gowns, people are finding new and nontraditional ways to incorporate black into their lifestyle. And home design is the perfect arena to get in on the trend, as demonstrated by the abundance of results elicited by a "black decor" search on Pinterest.
We've rounded up some of the best black home design pieces, from furniture DIYs to dreamy kitchens to shoppable products. We bet that you'll be ready to turn to the dark side before you're even done scrolling through.
Front Door View this post on Instagram
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A small entryway packs a big punch with a black painted front door and black chevron floor tiles.
Bathroom Counter View this post on Instagram
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Matte black tiles paired with a black wood counter make for a modern powder room your guests will ooh and aah over.
Kitchen Cabinets View this post on Instagram
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White countertops keep the kitchen from looking too dark, even with floor-to-ceiling black cabinets.
Shower Doors
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Window pane-style shower doors are the latest in bathroom design. Get them in black to keep the look sleek and modern.
DIY Furniture
Even worn antique furniture can be transformed into striking decor when you give it a few coats of black paint.
Dark Wallpaper
Dive deep first into the trend by covering an accent wall or entire room in Ellie Cashman Design's stunning dark floral wallpaper (from $85).
Edgy Sink
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Give your kitchen an edge by installing a black sink.
Farmhouse Sink View this post on Instagram
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Take a farmhouse sink from rustic to chic with a black twist.
Wall Clock
Dabble in the trend by hanging a simple black wall clock ($20).
Tiles
Glossy and galmorous, black tiles as a backsplash, floor, or entire wall are sure to turn heads.
Dishware
From dinner plates to soup bowls and everything in between, ebony dishware will bring your tabletop to vivid life.
Bathtub
Even a farmhouse-style bathroom can get moody with a black cast iron tub ($1,026).
Planters
Even a simple house plant is elevated to something special when placed in a sleek and modern black planter.
Bathroom
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Black paint paired with a black towel rack makes for a dramatic combo.
Wall Art
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Don't want to commit to the black decor trend? Try it out in a non-permanent way with wall art, like a still life set on a black background.
Hardware
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Dip your toe into the trend by adding black hardware, such as a matte black spout. Throw in a matching black vanity to complete the look.
Lighting Fixtures
From ceiling mounted black lanterns to hanging pendants, black lighting is all the rage.
Upholstery
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Consider upholstering your furniture in black fabric to give your living room sexy vibes.
Textures
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Layer black decor from shades above to the rug beneath your feet. And if you want to give you furniture a quick a makeover, try throwing a black slipcover over it.
Glasses
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Sip the trend from stylish black glassware. We love the smoky semi-opaque style.