The black slate color is such an amazing color. Looks like a metallic charcoal gray when the light shines on it.. Looks very modern. So easy to keep clean. The microwave works great and so easy to use. Have purchased the refrigerator and microwave so far and will be purchasing the range next. All of my appliances were working great but I just fell in love the color of the black slate and had to start changing out my appliances.