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Kitchen Cabinet Pulls and Knobs
Cabinet hardware consists of four main items which include knobs, pulls, cup
pulls and drop pulls. You can search for decorative hardware or hardware that
blends in with the rest of your kitchen. However, keep in mind that appearance
is not what sets one piece of hardware aside from the next. The main difference
between pulls and knobs has more to do with how many screws are used as opposed
to shapes, sizes and finishes.
- Knobs: The round part of the cabinet door or drawer that you grab with your hand
to open. Knobs offer a more concentrated surface area which is why they tend to
be more decorative than pulls. They are anchored with a single screw making more
fragile materials possible to use. Knobs can be made of brass, zinc die cast,
glass, porcelain, or other more durable products.
- Pulls: Similar to a knob, a pull functions as a handle or grip designed for
attachment to a door to facilitate opening and closing. However, it is installed
with two screws instead of one. Pulls are available in an assortment of
materials such as metals, plastics and leather. Also, pulls require a rather
durable material which makes using glass and porcelain out of the question.
- Cup or Bin Pulls: Similar to regular pulls, cup pulls use the same screw
configuration but also feature a semi-enclosed curving shape. This offers a more
traditional look and that is why they are often used for country and farmhouse
kitchens.
- Drop Pulls: A handle that pivots up and down. They are often curved and elegant
in shape which makes them great for adding a classy decorative touch to your
cabinets.
Options For Your Kitchen Cabinet Pulls and Knobs
Cabinets may be a striking fashion statement to your kitchen, but let’s face it,
they won’t do much good if they can’t be opened. Aside from a fancy style and
finish, hardware must be added to your cabinets to make them functional.
Unfortunately, the most needed element of cabinetry often comes with a jeweler’s
price. This is mainly because the pulls and knobs for your cabinets are
considered their jewelry and can make a strong statement to the overall
appearance.
Kitchen cabinet hardware is available in all different kinds of materials and
finishes to match perfectly to the material and finish you have selected for the
actually cabinet. They can be found in an array of shapes, sizes and finishes.
Below are a few ideas of what is available in cabinetry hardware.
Materials For Cabinet Pulls and Knobs Include:
- Brushed Chrome
- Brass
- Porcelain
- Plastic
- Zinc
- Ceramic
- Clear Glass
- Decorative Glass
- Forged Iron
- Solid Pewter
- Solid Bronze
- Stainless Steel
- Designs Include:
- Nature inspired
- Hand-crafted glass art
- Rustic designs
- Contemporary designs
- Classical designs
- Custom designs
A few things should be considered before searching for the perfect hardware. You
should first decide if you want your pulls and knobs to blend in with the
cabinets or become a decorative statement. There are actually ways to make the
hardware appear completely invisible. Bottom line, you want to select hardware
that doesn’t pinch your fingers, is easy to grab hold of, are in proportion to
the size of your cabinets and will attach firmly.
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Kitchen Cabinet Refacing
When remodeling your kitchen, an alternative to replacing your cabinets
entirely, is to reface them. With refacing cabinets, you can achieve a beautiful
new kitchen while spending half the amount of money. You will literally be
giving your cabinets a face-lift! In the refacing process, existing doors,
drawer fronts and hardware are removed and replaced with new ones
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appeal that comes in a variety of species. Depending on your own personal taste,
you can create the look and feel most desired. The species of wood that you
select will have the utmost impact on your kitchen cabinet’s final look. Types
of wood species include, Maple, Cherry, Oak, Pine, Alder, Birch, Hickory,
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classification. Doors are classified as being one of five types which include,
Inset Cabinet Door, Lipped Cabinet Door, Partial Overlay, Full Overlay, Tambour.
Inset doors are designed to sit within the rails and stiles of the cabinet
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