At a Glance:
Are White Appliances Still in Style?
The Benefits of a White Dishwasher
Tips for Mastering a Beachy Kitchen
Top White Dishwashers for Beachy Kitchens
Want to create a coastal kitchen in your own space? White appliances are the key. But are white kitchen appliances back in style? For us, they never went out of style, even when stainless steel reigned supreme, especially considering refrigerators, ranges, and dishwashers in white finishes can brighten up a kitchen and work perfectly with beachy kitchen ideas. A simple first step toward achieving a coastal kitchen is to select a white dishwasher.
Here, we’ll discuss the pros of white appliances and how to master a beachy kitchen look. Then, we’ll feature the a few of our favorite white dishwashers for coastal kitchens to help you achieve the look.
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Shop NowAre White Appliances Still in Style?
While other appliance colors have come and gone, white appliances have maintained their popularity over the years for several reasons. To start, they are always available, making them an easy choice for homeowners and designers alike. Additionally, white complements all colors, seamlessly blending with any kitchen decor or color scheme. White appliances also make a space look larger by reflecting light, creating an open and airy feel. Their versatility ensures they can fit into various design aesthetics, providing timeless appeal.
White Appliances for Beachy, Farmhouse, and Modern Kitchens
White appliances look particularly stunning in beachy or coastal kitchens. Their clean and bright appearance enhances the light, airy ambiance typical of these spaces, creating a serene and inviting atmosphere. Paired with light blue or sandy hues, white appliances contribute to the overall breezy and relaxed aesthetic, making the kitchen feel like a true seaside retreat.
In farmhouse kitchens, white appliances add to the charming, rustic vibe that characterizes this style. They pair exceptionally well with natural wood elements, such as exposed beams and butcher block countertops, as well as vintage-inspired decor. The simplicity of white appliances complements the cozy, homey feel of farmhouse kitchens, making them an ideal choice for a charming kitchen.
Even in modern kitchens, white appliances offer a sleek and minimalist look. They blend effortlessly with streamlined cabinetry and contemporary finishes, providing a crisp and clean appearance. The neutrality of white allows for bold accent colors or striking design features to stand out, ensuring that the kitchen remains stylish and sophisticated.
The Benefits of a White Dishwasher
White dishwashers offer several benefits, making them a popular choice for many homeowners, such as:
✅ Wide Availability: White dishwashers are made by virtually every manufacturer, meaning you can find a white dishwasher from just about any brand or class in a wide range of options for every budget. You can also find panel ready dishwashers that you can affix with a white dishwasher door panel that matches your cabinets.
✅ Hide Water Marks and Fingerprints: Unlike stainless steel or black dishwashers, a white dishwasher finish doesn't show water marks or fingerprints as easily, making it easier to maintain a clean appearance. This is especially helpful for those with kiddos running around!
✅ Affordability: White dishwashers are typically more affordable compared to other dishwasher colors, like stainless steel or black stainless steel, making them a budget-friendly option.
✅ Timeless Aesthetic: White dishwashers offer a classic look that blends well with various kitchen styles and color schemes.
Tips for Mastering a Beachy Kitchen
To achieve a beachy kitchen in your own home, here are 9 tips for choosing colors, complements, and appliances.
Colors to Pair with a White Dishwasher
➕ Soft Blues and Greens: Incorporate soft blues and greens reminiscent of the ocean and sky. These colors can be used on walls, cabinetry, or as accent colors in decor.
➕ Neutral Base: Use neutral tones like white, beige, and light gray for a clean and airy base. These colors help to reflect light and create an open, spacious feel.
➕ Pops of Coral and Aqua: Add pops of coral and aqua to infuse your space with vibrant, coastal energy. Blue and orange are complementary colors on the color wheel, making them an ideal pair. These accents can be integrated through accessories, such as cushions, rugs, and artwork.
Choosing Complements for a White Dishwasher
➕ Natural Materials: Integrate natural materials like wood, rattan, and wicker to enhance the beachy vibe. White dishwashers also look good with wooden countertops, wicker chairs, and rattan light fixtures.
➕ Nautical Elements: Incorporate nautical elements such as ropes, shells, and driftwood decor. These touches can be subtle, like rope handles on cabinets or a driftwood centerpiece.
➕ Light and Airy Fabrics: Use light and airy fabrics such as linen and cotton for window treatments, tablecloths, and upholstery. These materials contribute to a relaxed and breezy atmosphere.
Top White Dishwashers for Beachy Kitchens
If you’re ready to create a coastal kitchen white appliances are essential. These following dishwashers provide a spectrum of designs in white to help you get a better idea of how to master the look.
Maytag 24” Fingerprint Resistant Stainless Steel Built In Dishwasher
This Maytag dishwasher white model features a durable stainless steel interior for better durability, as well as Dual Power Filtration that allows you to skip the soak or pre-rinse your dishes, which saves time in a busy household. This white dishwasher is ENERGY STAR certified and features a PowerBlast cycle for stuck-on food and Heated Dry to offer more time savings so you can skip drying by hand.
⭐Featured Maytag MDB8959SKW Review:
“…the high clearance on the top rack has been the best part, it feels like I can fit twice as many dishes as I should be able to in the washer.”
KitchenAid 24” Stainless Steel with Printshield Front Control Built In Dishwasher
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This white KitchenAid dishwasher is equipped to handle any kind of load. For a lightly soiled load, the Express Wash cycle is quick while the San-Rinse option eliminates 99.999% of food soil bacteria and the ProWash cycle utilizes sensors to measure soil levels to choose the ideal wash time and water temperature. The Triple Filtration System easily removes food particles during the wash and rinse cycles and keeps clean water circulating throughout the whole cycle. It’s also ENERGY STAR certified—an eco-friendly dishwasher for an eco-inspired kitchen design.
⭐Featured KitchenAid KDFE104KWH Review:
“I've had this for a few weeks. I'm very pleased with it as I have been with my previous Kitchen Aid Dishwasher. Personally, I think it's the best dishwasher on the market.”
Whirlpool 24” Fingerprint Resistant Stainless Steel Built In Dishwasher
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This white Whirlpool dishwasher features a 3rd rack for miscellaneous items, making every inch of its interior usable space. There’s also an adjustable 2nd rack and a flexible 3-piece silverware basket so you can adjust your dishwasher’s layout to accommodate tall items, bulky pots and pans, or plenty of place settings after hosting a dinner party. This dishwasher offers various cycles, depending on your load, from the Normal cycle to the Heavy Cycle or the Sensor cycle. You’ll be ready to tackle your dishes, whatever the day’s load holds
⭐Featured Whirlpool WDT750SAKW Review:
“I've never had a 3rd rack before! I like putting the silverware and big utensils there! It frees up space on the bottom rack! It's so quiet!! I absolutely love the buttons are hidden on top of door!!”
Whirlpool 24” Fingerprint Resistant Stainless Steel Top Control Built In Dishwasher
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This sleek white dishwasher is designed to handle heavily soiled loads. The Extended Soak cycle, Heavy cycle, and Boost cycle are all designed to take care of stuck-on food and dishes needing scrubbing. There’s also a Heated Dry and an Extended Dry option that lets you skip the hand-drying session. We also love the three 5” cup shelves, which fit six additional cups or small bowls just above the top rack.
KitchenAid 24” White Top Control Built In Dishwasher
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If quiet operation is at the top of your must-have list, this white dishwasher is one of the quietest in its class with 39 dBA operation. It also features must-haves like a third level utensil rack and heated drying. We love its sleek pro style handle, the adaptable ProWash cycle, and the durable stainless steel interior. It’s hard to beat the cycle settings and elegant aesthetic of this dishwasher, which work great in a modern coastal kitchen.
Whirlpool 24” Portable Dishwasher-White
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Not every costal kitchen has the space for a full-size dishwashing machine, but portable dishwashers white in finish are a clever solution. This model looks great and features a 1-Hour Wash cycle, or you can opt for the Heavy Cycle for especially dirty dishes. We love the High Temperature Wash option, which gives baby bottles, glassware, and dishes a more thorough clean, and the Heated Dry option so you can skip drying by hand. If you’re looking for an affordable dishwasher from the industry’s best-selling dishwasher brand, this is a great option—and it’s designed, engineered, and assembled in the U.S.
Maytag 24” Fingerprint Resistant Stainless Steel Built In Dishwasher
This high-quality dishwasher features Dual Power Filtration, a 3rd Level Rack for all your stray items, and a PowerBlast cycle that can take care of even the most stubborn, stuck-on messes. It features a smooth and sleek front with top controls and a recessed handle. With room for up to 15 place settings, it’s ideal for large families or those who love to host. It’s white finish with controls are a great addition in a beachy kitchen where minimalism is preferred.
⭐Featured Maytag MDB4949SKW Review:
“I've been using this new dishwasher for almost a month after getting an off brand that had damage & returned it. It does a great job cleaning the dishes and has good capacity. I like the third top rack for the smaller items. It runs very quietly which was the one request from my husband. I have to be right next to it to hear anything.”
While stainless steel is the unofficial appliance finish for today’s buyers, white appliances aren’t being phased out any time soon because of their versatility. White dishwashers are a prime example, whether homeowners are going for the beachy vibe in the kitchen or want a classic look that will complement all appliances and finishes that come and go. There are plenty of models waiting for you to explore here at Appliance Direct—see our entire stock online or visit one of our central Florida appliance stores near you to find a great deal on a white dishwasher today!