Lane 1.40" Custom Knob - Polished Brass

Neither is automatically better. Pulls usually feel cleaner and more architectural, while knobs create a softer and more tailored look. Many designers use both throughout the same kitchen, often placing knobs on doors and pulls on larger drawers.

Knobs are commonly used on cabinet doors, furniture-style vanities, and smaller drawers. Pulls often work better on heavy drawers, integrated appliances, and larger cabinetry runs. Mixing both can create balance and keep the hardware from feeling overly uniform.

Yes, but changing from knobs to pulls usually requires drilling new holes in the cabinetry. Many homeowners make the switch during kitchen updates to create a more modern or architectural look. Backplates can sometimes help cover older hardware markings or holes.

Start with the scale of the cabinetry. Larger drawers often work better with pulls, while knobs suit doors and smaller drawers. Finish also matters. Warm metals like Unlacquered Brass pair well with painted cabinetry, natural wood, and layered interiors.

Cabinet hardware includes the knobs, pulls, handles, latches, and other functional details attached to cabinetry. These pieces help cabinets open and close, but they also shape the overall look of a kitchen, bath, or built-in space.

Warm metals, larger pulls, and hand-applied finishes continue to trend in cabinet hardware. Unlacquered Brass remains especially popular because it develops natural patina over time. Mixed materials like leather, lucite, and wood accents are also appearing more often in layered interiors.

Simple shapes and solid brass construction tend to feel the most timeless. Finishes like Unlacquered Brass, Satin Nickel, and Oil-Rubbed Bronze have remained popular for years because they work across both traditional and modern spaces.

Start by looking at the scale and style of the cabinetry. Larger drawers often work better with pulls, while knobs suit doors and smaller drawers. Finish also matters. Many designers choose hardware that complements lighting, plumbing, and other metal details throughout the home.

Yes. Mixing finishes can help a space feel more layered and collected when done with intention. Many designers combine warmer and cooler metals while repeating each finish throughout the room to keep the overall look balanced.