by Home Decor on June 22, 2010
Pulls come in various types and designs. There are bail pulls, cup pulls, drop ring pulls, flush ring pulls, birdcage pulls, antique pulls and sliding door pulls, among various other types of pulls. The kitchen is a place where heat and humidity is at its maximum, and therefore you would require pulls which are durable and stain resistant. Brass is the best material for kitchen pulls. Next in line are steel pulls. Both brass and steel are strong and stain resistant. Kitchen pulls often get wet, dirty and greasy. Brass and steel can be easily wiped clean with a wet piece of cloth dipped in detergent.
by Home Decor on June 17, 2010
Look at the cabinet handles on your cabinets. What do they say about you and your kitchen? Are they elegant? Are they contemporary? What are they made out of? Are they simple or are they complex? What most people don’t know is that their cabinet handles say a lot about them and their tastes. They can be new or they can be older, worn down by years of large and small hands touching them in order to open the cabinets. Many generations of people touch those handles and if they could talk, chances are that they would have some interesting tales to tell.
by Home Decor on June 10, 2010
We know that cabinet hardware can set the tone to a room, but more so in the bathroom, which is usually a smaller room where cabinets are precious pieces of storage and will be opened and closed a million times a day. Bath cabinet hardware needs to be chosen in that frame of mind. From cabinet doorknobs to towel racks to toilet paper holder, you can match everything in the same color and style or have a more eclectic look and vary the colors in the same style, or vice versa. You can even match your magazine holder if you like, for a complete look.
by Home Decor on June 1, 2010
Cabinet pulls do not have to be made of plastic, wood or metal. For a truly interesting touch, you can use satin cabinet pulls instead- knot a length of satin ribbon in your choice of color and thread the unknotted end through the existing hole. Tie a second knot in your beribboned cabinet pull and trim off the excess. Your new cabinet pulls can be changed to match the season, the holidays or your own personal whims. The knotted ribbons are perfect and can be of your own selected patterns as well.
by Home Decor on May 28, 2010
Looking for knobs pulls for your kitchen cabinet hardware or bathroom hardware decor can be quite a chore. If you have looked at all of the big box retailers, the large home improvement superstores and the local mom and pop hardware stores but have not found the right knobs pulls for your tastes, you can search online for good options. When you do search online, make sure that you are dealing with reputable or known websites and make sure that there are security measures in place if you do choose to buy. For additional security, make sure that you understand the returns policy completely.
by Home Decor on May 21, 2010
Buying new kitchen cabinet hardware is a great way to start redecorating your kitchen with details that really bring out the beauty of your home. There is a vast supply of hardware suited for use on kitchen cabinets and finding the right style can be a fun design challenge. One great design style for kitchens is a rustic look and there are plenty of types of kitchen cabinet hardware that will complement this look. Iron is commonly used as a detail in rustic kitchen designs. It looks great on unpainted wood cabinets and comes in many rustic styles. Generally, iron has a dark color and strong, masculine appearance. Hammered iron kitchen cabinet hardware is a great way to add some texture to your kitchen. Copper is another popular material used in rustic looking kitchens. Copper kitchen cabinet hardware can be bright or have a dark patina. The reddish tone of copper complements woods with red hues in them. These two metals and others can be used to create specific rustic looks like Southwestern schemes and Old World ones. In conjunction with some other great metal touches like pot racks and bakers racks, metal kitchen cabinet hardware can give your rustic kitchen design a finished appearance.
by Home Decor on May 16, 2010
When you go into your bathroom and kitchen, do you ever look at your cabinet knobs? If you do, what do they look like? Chances are that they don’t look like they did years ago. Here are some good reasons for changing cabinet knobs.
• Wear and tear – Over time the knobs are going to wear out.
• Oil from hands – The oil from hands touching the knobs is going to make the knobs dull.
• Dust and dirt – Like everything else, knobs are going to be affected by dirt and dust.
The three items listed above are why knobs should be changed.
by Home Decor on April 24, 2010
Knobs for both kitchen and bathroom can come in virtually any color that you think of. If you do not find the right color for your knobs, you could opt to paint them. Painting can be a simple process, however make sure that you are using the right type of paint for the material that your knob is made from. You may also need to sand the knobs before the paint will adhere correctly. When the painting is completed, use a clear sealant to keep the knobs looking fresh and new for longer.
by Home Decor on April 20, 2010
It may seem trivial, but finding the perfect drawer pull to complement your home décor can make all the difference. Drawers in the kitchen, bedroom, study or living room all need to be opened somehow, so why not with a handsome handle?
Whether you prefer a basic style or a more ornamental piece, quality handles for your drawers are not only functional, but can be useful in creating the ambiance you desire in your living space. A brass or wood pull may create a rustic environment in your living room or study, or you might prefer ceramic or glass to give your home an aristocratic feel. Choosing a drawer pull could be just what you need to beautify your home.
by Home Decor on April 19, 2010
Don’t forget to pick out the perfect hardware for your new kitchen! Regardless of what kind of atmosphere you wish to create in your new home, there is hardware out there to make your cabinets more than just storage spaces.
From wood to glass to brass, handles and knobs come in all materials, shapes and sizes to fit your needs, budget and personal style. Use your hardware to your advantage and let it bring out your sense of fashion in your kitchen design. Dress your cabinets up with perfect knobs or handles that make them fit right in with your motifs and color schemes.
by Home Decor on April 7, 2010
When you are replacing kitchen cabinet hardware for your existing cabinets, it is usually as simple as unscrewing the existing handles and hinges and then screwing in the new ones. However, if you are putting in new cabinetry that does not already have kitchen cabinet hardware; you may have to install guide holes to get your items in. Make sure that you are carefully measuring if you are making new holes or you might end up creating more work for yourself than the task really requires. If you have never installed hinges, it might be beneficial to you to have an assistant to help you.
