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How do I know what hardware to get for my kitchen cabinets?
There is no right or wrong size to choose, but we do recommend choosing pulls that have at least a 3-3/4″ center to center (the distance between the screw holes). This size looks pleasing on most cabinets, while still being large enough to grip comfortably. 5″ pulls are also an excellent choice.
Should you put knobs or pulls on kitchen cabinets?
There are no strict rules to follow when choosing whether to select a knob or a pull or both. One preference is to use knobs for all doors and pulls for all drawers. For any large door such as a pantry and any pull-out door (including pull-out base pantries or trash pull-outs), use a pull.
Does your kitchen faucet have to match cabinet hardware?
Your kitchen hardware needs to match the faucet perfectly. That said, keeping the two similar is the best way to keep your kitchen cohesive, so undertones matter. For example, if you decide on a gold sink faucet, we recommend either matching your hardware or choosing a warmer brass or nickel finish.
What hardware looks good on white cabinets?
Hardware on white cabinets will stand out and steal the show, so it’s a great opportunity to go bold! If you have warm tones, go with gold, black, or bronze hardware. If you have a cold grey tone, then silver, pewter, black, and stainless steel hardware will work.
Should cabinet pulls be vertical or horizontal?
Pulls should be placed horizontally on drawers. For small drawers (less than 24” wide) center the knobs or pulls in both directions. Just like on larger drawers, pulls should be placed horizontally. Knobs and pulls can also be placed centered at the very top of the drawer panel, where the drawer rail begins.
Are knobs or pulls better?
In many instances, knobs make it easier to open upper cabinets. Pulls, on the other hand, offer easier operation of lower cabinets. Just take a look at this Victorian kitchen. You’ll notice that all the upper cabinets have knobs, while the majority of the lower cabinets feature pulls.
How do you decide on pulls or knobs?
Small Drawers that are 12” or less typically work best with a pull that is 3” to 4” long or a knob that is 1” in diameter. Large Drawers that are 30” to 48″will require a pull that is longer than 8″ or a knob that is 1″ in diameter or greater. Using two pulls or knobs for a large drawer also works great.
What is the difference between a knob and a pull?
Pulls require more measurement: While knobs only have one screw attachment, pulls are attached to a cabinet drawer or door by two or more screws. Pulls are a great choice for doors: For doors, pulls are more comfortable and don’t require as much effort as a smaller knob.
Can you mix brushed nickel and oil rubbed bronze?
It is certainly fine to match everything, but can be a little too bland. A different finish on a light fixture or island hardware adds personality & verve to the interior.
Should light fixtures match door hardware?
You do not need to match metal finishes in your lighting, in your hardware, in your faucets, or curtain rods. Instead,design professionals do choose different lighting fixtures that complement each other. Mixing and Matching metal hardware finish materials. Can you mix chrome and brushed nickel in a kitchen?.
What is the difference between brushed nickel and satin nickel?
The main difference between brushed nickel and satin nickel is the type of plating or finish, which can be achieved. Satin nickel usually uses an electrolysis process while brushed nickel uses an intricate brushing process. The satin nickel fixtures are more expensive than brushed nickel finish.
Where do knobs go on Shaker style cabinets?
Center of the Stile: Knobs and pulls can be placed halfway up the stile of your Shaker door. Keep in mind you’ll want to be able to reach the handles, since they will be placed higher up along the stile. Just Above or Below the Corners: Place the knobs or pulls 2” to 3” from the lower or upper corner.
What size should cabinet pulls be?
Determine Size While there is no set rule, we generally recommend that the pull length is approximately 1/3 of the cabinet or drawer width. Small Drawers that are 12” or less typically work best with a pull that is 3” to 4” long or a knob that is 1” in diameter.
What type of cabinet knobs are in style?
Cabinet Hardware Trends in 2021 Minimalist Style. No Hardware. Matching Cabinets. Cylinder Bar Pulls. Square Bar Pulls. Simple Knobs. Farmhouse Style. Matte Black.
Should cabinet hinges be painted?
This can be especially helpful if you’ve got old hinges in a funky, outdated color. But don’t just take a paintbrush to those hinges. Hinges painted with regular paint will scuff over time, leaving an eye sore. Instead have your hinges powder coated to match your cabinets.
Do you paint cabinet hinges?
New cabinet door hinges are costly, and you can save a substantial amount of money by repainting old hinges yourself. A top-quality paint will give the hinges a professional-looking finish. Remove the hinges from the doors, using a drill.
What handles go with white cabinets?
For white cabinets, the best color knobs to use are either timeless and classy silver knobs, elegant brass, traditional bronze, or a bold, contrasting color like black knobs. It really depends on the style and finish of the cabinets that will help you decide which knob color will suit your decor.
