Black countertops will show fingerprints and smudges more, especially in glossier finishes and under bright lights. "Look to textured materials to help hide smears," suggests Ballard. "Something ...

So you've got a kitchen with black marble countertops but aren't sure how to make them blend with the rest of your space.

Pair black kitchen countertops with white cabinets ... Mix stone and wood finishes to give your countertops a textured feel. Marie Flanigan Interiors mixed gray slate and reclaimed wood to add ...