Ge s black slate finish is not stainless steel.
Slate vs black stainless steel.
Ge makes these kitchen appliances in both its slate and black slate exteriors.
Hi after much internal debate i ve decided to get a 645 music and the final question is which colour.
Between standard black slate and others the world of appliances certainly wasn t lacking for new shades of stainless steel but hey at least this new one stood out.
Stainless steel is still the most popular option but that may be changing.
As of this writing their main competitor for a dark matte finish is the lg black matte finish click the link to read our comparison of ge black slate vs lg matte black.
I m getting ready to do a total kitchen remodel.
Lg dishwashers come in the company s fingerprint and scratch resistant black stainless steel finish.
However if or when it s discontinued the pricing could drop dramatically.
A matte slate finish is easy to keep clean and resists the dreaded fingerprints that make stainless steel difficult.
The black stainless steel is also gorgeous but not many choices of appliances in that yet.
The brushed stainless handles add a pop of shine complimenting other appliances.
Black stainless will probably be discontinued if the sales continue to plummet.
Versatility ge s stainless steel and slate were both designed to match virtually any kitchen style and design so it never clashes with your decor.
Slate vs black stainless steel.
New colors like black stainless steel slate and black slate among others are catching on with consumers.
So whether you love a classic white kitchen or bright colorful one you can t go wrong.
Also new for january 2017 ge s finish is the only one that isn t genuine stainless steel.
For over a decade stainless steel appliances were king in the marketplace for anyone building a new home or remodeling an existing home.
I really like the slate version but have read comments in this forum and elsewhere about that coating scuffing easily and it showing up more obviously than the stainless would due to the exposure of the silver colour underneath.
Options are a good thing.
It is more fingerprint resistant than stainless and has a flat charcoal look.
Black slate is the same stone inspired matte finish found in ge slate but with bold black coloring and stainless steel handles for contrast.
Instead it s a different take on ge s alternative slate exterior which first hit the market in 2012.
Like stainless slate matches any cabinet or countertop finish and is style neutral.
I don t want to come in.
Ge is the first to make them.
If you must buy black stainless steel appliances then samsung and bosch are the most scratch resistant and should be considered first.
Any thoughts if the slate is a fading trend.