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Kitchen Remodel With Dark Cabinets and Quartz Countertops

Dark Cabinets, Bright Surfaces and Updated Lighting

This GTex General Contracting kitchen remodel pairs dark cabinetry with white quartz countertops and a white subway tile backsplash. The before-and-after photographs show a change from light raised-panel cabinets, patterned tile and an overhead light box to a simpler combination of finishes and recessed lighting.

The completed kitchen has dark upper and lower cabinets, light counters, updated flooring and modern fixtures. Together, these changes give the room a more consistent appearance while keeping the contrast between the cabinets and surrounding surfaces.

Kitchen before and after remodeling with dark cabinets, white quartz countertops, a white subway tile backsplash and recessed lighting.
Before and after: dark cabinetry, quartz countertops, white subway tile and updated lighting. Photo from GTex’s Google Business Profile.

What Changed in This Kitchen

  • Cabinetry: dark cabinets replace the light cabinet appearance shown in the original kitchen.
  • Countertops: bright quartz surfaces contrast with the dark doors and drawers.
  • Backsplash: white subway tile replaces the original patterned tile.
  • Lighting: recessed ceiling lights replace the prominent overhead light-box appearance.
  • Flooring and fixtures: the finished room includes lighter flooring and a dark, high-arched sink faucet.

How the Cabinet and Surface Choices Work Together

The dark cabinets are the strongest visual element in the finished kitchen. White countertops and backsplash tile separate the upper and lower cabinets, while the lighter floor adds contrast below. The result is useful inspiration for homeowners who want dark cabinetry without carrying the same dark finish across every surface.

The before-and-after view also shows why lighting belongs in the finish conversation. The ceiling, cabinet faces, backsplash and work surfaces should be considered together when choosing a similar look for your kitchen.

Planning a Similar Kitchen Remodel

Bring cabinet, countertop and backsplash samples together before finalizing the combination. Discuss the storage you need, appliance locations, lighting and the condition of your existing kitchen during the estimate visit.

Explore kitchen remodeling in San Antonio, kitchen cabinet replacement and countertop and backsplash remodeling for the available services. Our kitchen budget and planning guide helps organize selections and questions for your estimate.

Explore More GTex Remodeling Projects

See this transformation in GTex’s original Google Business Profile project post.

Compare the cabinet and surface combinations in our blue-cabinet kitchen with a peninsula and white kitchen with a patterned backsplash, or browse all GTex remodeling projects.

Project Questions

Yes. GTex’s original project post identifies the finished countertops as quartz.

The documented work includes dark cabinetry, a white subway tile backsplash, updated flooring, modern fixtures and recessed lighting.

Yes. This project is one finish combination. GTex can discuss the cabinet, countertop, backsplash and lighting choices that fit your own kitchen and scope.

GTex provides a labor warranty on all our work for a minimum of 1 year and up to 2 years, depending on the job.

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