Each year, trend forecasts spotlight the new “colour of the year” intended to inspire fashion conscious customers. As 2025 draws to a close, colours have ranged from Dulux’s optimistic yellow “True Joy” to Pantone’s earthy “Mocha Mousse”, while for 2026, Valspar’s “Warm Eucalyptus” is a soft sage green with grey undertones and Dulux has gone for a “Rhythm of Blues.”
But among these ever-changing shades, one colour remains a design constant: black. And it can be the ideal choice for door hardware.
Style starts at the front door
Research from the Homeowners Alliance shows two-thirds of home buyers consider kerb appeal important and over half identified a well-maintained and attractive front door as a key factor.
To make curating a cohesive entrance easier, the suited range from ARRONE, a HOPPE brand, offers a selection of matching ironmongery including door and window handles, knockers, letter plates and numerals in a range of finishes including black. Anthracite grey is also an option if a slightly lighter shade is preferred.
Ideal for both contemporary and traditional door designs, the range supports new build and renovation projects alike. Whether paired with pastel tones, classic neutrals or the nature-inspired hues anticipated in 2026, black hardware delivers contrast and definition.
There are also practical advantages such as showing up less dirt and reducing the appearance of finger smudges.
Stylish and cohesive interiors
Inside the home, the theme can continue using coordinating internal door hardware to create a consistent design language throughout a property. It can also be the perfect complement to on-trend black taps, cabinetry and light fittings.
The Dallas handle in satin black from HOPPE is set on a mini rose and its angular appearance makes it ideal for modern interiors.
For a softer appearance, the more rounded Los Angeles brass handle in satin black is also available.
For full coordination, hinges, locks and latches are also available in black as well as the recently launched AR720 inline and AR722 cranked espagnolette window handles, which have been designed to suit the volume windows market.
Smarter commercial buildings
Black isn’t just for homes. In commercial settings, black hardware creates a premium feel and pairs well with modern office décor. It’s also an increasingly popular alternative to traditional stainless steel or white finishes.
Door closers are vital for fire safety and help prevent the spread of smoke and flames in the event of a fire. While serving a practical and potentially life-saving function, that doesn’t mean that it can’t also be aesthetically pleasing. A black door closer will blend in with many designs and will provide a sleek and stylish look to commercial premises or office buildings. The ARRONE AR1500 slim line rack and pinion door closer is available in eight different finishes including black.
Similarly, panic and emergency exit hardware, such as the AR880 panic bolt, AR882 latch, AR883 push pad and AR886 outside access device, is available in black – helping to maintain design integrity while meeting safety requirements.
Navigating with colour and compliance
Nylon hardware is a practical and economical solution ideal for schools, leisure centres and healthcare settings. It is easy to clean, warm to the touch and available in 10 colours – including black – which can help with wayfinding when used thoughtfully bearing in mind the visual contrast and light reflectance value (LRV) according to British Standards BS8493:2008 and BS8300.
While colour trends may change from year to year, black hardware will deliver a timeless appeal for secure entrances and stylish interiors.
www.hoppe.co.uk
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