# Comprehensive Efficiency Appliances The LG Black Stainless Steel Series Solves Common Problems By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-03-11 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-stainless-steel References: [lg](http://www.lg.com/us/discover/black-stainless-steel-series) & [lg](http://www.lg.com) Stainless steel appliances have become the stylistic choice for many consumers, but the [LG](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-appliances) Black Stainless Steel Series looks to take things a step further. Incorporating the durability of stainless steel with the aesthetic of black laminate, the appliance collection puts a number of innovative features front and center. Aside from being smudge and fingerprint-resistant, the appliances can all be cleaned without the use of chemicals; all it takes is a dry cloth. The new EasyClean technology in the oven allows for cleaning cycles in mere minutes, while the TrueSteam technology in the [washing machine](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chiq-colorluxe-washing-machine) allows users to forego pre-washing. The LG Black Stainless Steel Series is ideal for consumers who are looking for the benefits of stainless steel with the aesthetic of traditional appliances. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 58% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Smudge and Fingerprint-resistant Appliances:** Developing smudge and fingerprint-resistant appliances opens up opportunities for creating more visually appealing and low maintenance products. - **Chemical-free Cleaning Solutions:** Creating appliances that can be cleaned without the use of chemicals provides an environmentally friendly and convenient option for consumers. - **Quick Cleaning Cycles:** Incorporating technologies like EasyClean that enable quick cleaning cycles in appliances saves time and effort for consumers. ### Where This Applies - **Home Appliance:** The home appliance industry can capitalize on the trend of smudge and fingerprint-resistant appliances to offer more appealing and easier to maintain products. - **Cleaning Products:** The cleaning products industry can seize the opportunity of chemical-free cleaning solutions to develop innovative and eco-friendly alternatives for consumers. - **Kitchen Appliance:** The kitchen appliance industry can benefit from the demand for appliances with quick cleaning cycles by incorporating technologies like EasyClean to attract customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Upgradeable Easy-to-Use Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-appliances.md) - [Energy Efficient Home Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-appliance-lineup.md) - [Sleek Integrated Kitchen Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/integrated-kitchen-appliance.md) - [Stainless Steel Cooking Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/countertop-cooking-appliance.md) - [Connected Kitchen Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-kitchen-appliances.md) - [Connected Luxurious Home Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-signature.md) - [Performance Kitchen Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/performance-kitchen-appliance.md) - [High-Tech Clothing Care Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hightech-clothing-care.md) - [AI-Powered Signature Appliance Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-signature1.md)