How to Choose the Right Kitchen Cabinet Hardware

Let’s be honest folks, eventually, we all come to the point in our life when we want to make a change in our home. Whether it is changing the sofa in your living room or the dining table in your dining room, something must be done. But did you know that sometimes it is the details that can give a room a completely new look? Yup, that’s right. This goes especially for the bathroom area because you are limited when it comes to its remodelling. When we enter the bathroom, the first thing we see are the tiles, and since changing them is not that easy and convenient, you can opt for changing the smaller yet quite significant things. In the end, it is the details that can make or break things, so starting with them would be amazing. For instance, adding flowers in a corner, changing the bath mats or even changing the bathroom cabinet hardware can make a lot of difference in your bathroom. The key is to choose the ones that will meet the rest of the décor and style.

The bathroom accessories can vary which gives you the freedom to choose the exact style and exact type of accessory for your bathroom. Speaking of bathroom hardware, you can opt from a large selection of them, however, in order to choose the right ones, you should take into account some important things.

Consider the Many Types of Hardware

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Truth be told, the right pulls and knobs can elevate the look of your bathroom and take it to the very next level. Depending on the style you choose, a great number of these pulls and knobs can make a huge impact on the way your bathroom looks, which is why choosing them wisely is paramount. Although there is no right or wrong way and rule to choose bathroom hardware, it seems that it is a lot easier to open a cabinet with a knob. On the other hand, drawers can be easily opened with a pill because they are designed to hold things. If doubting which type to choose, interior designers recommend trying to imagine what will feel what type will feel the most functional and stylish at the same time.

For instance, today’s knobs are stylish bathroom accessories that can be used for both cabinets and drawers. They are extremely affordable and available in a range of styles, materials, finishes and sizes. They are also extremely easy to install than pulls as all you need is one screw to secure the knob on the surface. Pulls, on the other hand, are larger than knobs and are easier to grip. Just like knobs, they can also come in different styles, shapes, sizes, finishes and materials, out of which the metal ones are the most popular. When compared to knobs, pulls are more expensive, however, if your budget allows it (as well as the bathroom style), you can always install them on the cabinets and drawers.

Choose the Right Style

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Once you have decided whether you want knobs or pulls, or a combination of them, now is the time to choose the right style. For instance, bathroom hardware with curved silhouettes, textured details and ridges can go perfectly with traditional and classic bathroom styles. If you are more into contemporary and modern styles, you can always opt for the knobs and pulls with a simple, sleek and minimal profile.

Choose the Right Finish

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The finish of the hardware can also play a huge role in how your bathroom will look. It is said that cabinet hardware should have a finish that adds contrast to the overall bathroom. For instance, warmer toned spaces with brass cabinetry are ideal for vintage and rustic bathrooms while cooler and lighter coloured cabinets with darker toned hardware are perfect for the contemporary types of bathrooms. Keep in mind that these accessories for bathrooms can also go great with modern bathrooms, so before making any decision, make sure to do deep research. 

Choose the Right Size

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Giving the fact that drawers and cabinets differ in size, choosing the right ones according to their size is essential. While there is no strict rule when it comes to choosing the right hardware, usually experts recommend choosing a pull that is approximately 1/3 of the drawer’s or cabinet’s width.

As you can see, there are several things that you should take into account. In the end, bathroom hardware is the jewellery of the bathroom cabinets and drawers, so it’s not strange that you need to pay careful attention when choosing them. They must be stylish, comfortable and appealing while enhancing the design of the bathroom. So, before making any decision, do your research and if possible order samples so you could see the finishes, colours, size and design in person. That way, you will be able to get the right fit and style without the need of returning all of them.