Should you put knobs or pulls on kitchen cabinets?
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.
What kind of knobs look good on oak cabinets?
When selecting hardware for your oak cabinets, these colors and finishes are going to have the best impact:
- Black.
- Silver and Nickel.
- Oil-Rubbed Bronze.
Can you mix pulls and knobs in a kitchen?
Yes, you can mix knobs and pulls. It’s recommended to use pulls for cabinets that are higher up and knobs for lower style cabinets. Lower drawers that slide are typically fitted with a pull handle.
How do I choose kitchen cabinet knobs?
An oversized cabinet door or drawer needs a large piece of hardware for proper functionality. A smaller sized knob or pull is appropriate for a smaller door or drawer. A good rule of thumb for traditional or transitional style pulls is that they should be about one-third of the length of the cabinet drawer.
What color hardware goes best with honey oak cabinets?
Contrasting colors will make the new hardware stand out and give some visual breaks in the monotony of overwhelming golden oak (this is the magic power of distraction) – black, dark oil-rubbed bronze and bright chrome offer the best contrast.
What metal goes with oak?
Copper is a beautiful complement to oak cabinets with its earthy rich metal finish. Whether it’s canisters or small decorative pieces, adding copper can help to simplify and unify your cabinets and decor as copper tends to have the same warm undertone as some oak finishes.
What are the best knobs for a coastal kitchen?
These Starfish Knobs are available on Amazon. These Sand Dollar Drawer Pulls in oil rubbed bronze would look lovely if your style leans toward traditional. Sweet little Mermaid Knobs would be perfect for a coastal kitchen or coastal bathroom. They are made of aluminum and zinc which stand up to salty and humid climates.
Where can I buy nautical knobs?
Carson’s Beach House has a beautiful selection of Nautical Knobs, like this braided antique iron ships wheel. Aren’t they all so creative and unique?
What are the best sea urchin knobs for a cabinet?
These stunningly beautiful Silver Sea Urchin Cabinet Knobs are my favorite! The starfish is a signature symbol in coastal decor. These Starfish Knobs are available on Amazon. These Sand Dollar Drawer Pulls in oil rubbed bronze would look lovely if your style leans toward traditional.
What are Mermaid knobs made of?
Sweet little Mermaid Knobs would be perfect for a coastal kitchen or coastal bathroom. They are made of aluminum and zinc which stand up to salty and humid climates. Don’t get tangled in little guy’s tenticles!