How to Choose the Best Cabinet Knobs and Pulls

Shopping for cabinet knobs and pulls can be a very time consuming task. However, remembering to follow a very methodical approach can make it seem a lot easier. After all, there are so many things to remember while looking for the right cabinet knobs and pulls. First there is the style and color and how it matches with the cabinets. Second there is the material and quality, and third there is the size. Let’s take a closer look at the various considerations that must be made underneath these three steps.

Style and Color

The easiest way to start looking for cabinet knobs and pulls is to start by thinking of the style and color you need. Take the time to look around your kitchen or bathroom. What kind of statement is made there by the cabinets, appliances, and fixtures? What kind of visual themes do you see there that could be incorporated into the cabinet knobs and pulls? Also think about the overall style. Is the room antique or modern? Contemporary or rustic? All of these different elements of style are very important when it comes to choosing cabinet knobs and pulls.

After you have an idea for the style down, then it is time to think about color. Metal is the most popular material for cabinet knobs and pulls, and there are a few different colors available in metal. Glass and plastic offer more options for color, so be sure not to overlook these other kinds of cabinet hardware. Just think about the color of the cabinets and picture what color hardware would look the best with it.

Material and Quality

The color of the cabinet knobs and pulls also plays into the material. With metal, you are quite limited in the color that you can choose. Yellow, silver, or black are pretty much the limit for metal, although the intricate carvings and unique details still make metal a very interesting choice. Glass is not as durable as metal, although some people prefer to have more choices in colors. For example, people who have white cabinets might prefer to purchase glass knobs that are full of bright colors, which will contrast nicely with the white cabinets and any other neutral tones in the room. Plastic also has a wide variety of shapes and colors, although it tends to break fairly easily. It is certainly the least expensive option, although it will not last as long as metal or glass knobs.

Size

Finally, remember to consider the size of various aspects. First, think about the size of the cabinet doors and how the hardware will look on the cabinets. Smaller cabinets may require smaller hardware so that the pieces do not look oversized. Take the time to measure your cabinets, especially any cabinets that are smaller or larger than the standard size. These measurements will be very important when selecting hardware. You might also want to measure the width of the trim that runs around the edge of the cabinet. This can help with selecting hardware that is not wider than the trim.

Size can also refer to the distance between the holes that are required to attach the hardware to the cabinet. If the cabinet already has holes that are drilled in for the hardware, then the choices for hardware will be limited to pieces that have the right distance between the holes. If no holes are drilled, then you will have to drill your own holes. However, the reward for drilling your own holes is being able to purchase any piece of hardware you want.

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