Let’s start with why we choose black for bathroom partitions. It is often the perfect color when we want a classy look or to create a certain mood. Do you want that sultry nightclub feel? Black makes sense. Or do you want a beautiful pop of contrast when black is paired with a bright room featuring white subway tile? Black is stunning. You can feel the beauty the moment you walk into the room.
Here’s the rub: fingerprints show up like neon signs, smears from cleaning solutions are tough to avoid, and do not even get me started on how impossible it is to snap a good photo without catching a ghostly reflection
But there is a solution! You can still have black bathroom partitions. The key is to stay away from glossy blacks, which show every mark and reflection. Instead, pick a black that hides everyday use. Satin and touchless matte finishes are smooth but lower sheen than gloss, so fingerprints and streaks are far less noticeable. A patterned black, like Black Oak, breaks up smudges and reflections, helping them blend into the design rather than stand out. Yes, these choices will cost more than standard black, but you might be surprised. Some options, like Wilsonart Black Velvet or Arborite Burnished Black Oak, are only slightly more and it truly makes all the difference.
A few finishes that resist fingerprints, hide smudges, and give a refined, high-end look include these below:
- 15505-31 Black Velvet – Wilsonart
- V7003-VR Black Satin – Arborite
- V7004-VR Burnished Black Oak – Arborite
- J0720 Nero Ingo – Fenix
For a fully coordinated design, explore our black powder coated hardware options.