Creating a coherent kitchen design may not be obvious. Sometimes you can find extremely interesting color combinations where you wouldn’t expect them. The choice of faucet for a stainless steel sink is one of those decisions that defines the whole kitchen.

The original and simple answer to this question is to pair a stainless steel sink with a stainless steel faucet. This works, and other cool-tone faucets like brushed nickel will also work in a cohesive way. However, you can use a stainless steel sink as a blank canvas and add contrast by using warm tones, but be careful when pairing them with other elements of your kitchen.

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Tip: If the color you like has a little less harmony with the sink, pair it with cabinet handles. This will create an "intentional" look.

Some colors that you should be careful about using include white tones, as they can visually blend together. However, they work well with dark cabinetry.

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Color choice also depends on the size of the kitchen. For smaller spaces, a more coherent look will be better, as high-contrast color combinations will draw attention to the kitchen's small size. Middle-sized and big kitchens will not suffer from this and will handle the contrasting elements.

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The best color will depend on your specific kitchen, but these principles will help you make the right choice.