| Thinking of getting new hardware for your | | | | existing holes. You would not want to go |
| cabinets? Before you finalize your decision | | | | through the frustrating process of having to |
| on what type of cabinet hardware you want to | | | | drill new holes or simply to enlarge the |
| purchase, bear the following in mind: | | | | existing ones. It would be even worse if the |
| | | | existing holes are larger than the screws of |
| (1) Make sure you know what type of style you | | | | the new hardware. |
| want. Handles and knobs are made of steel, | | | | |
| nickel, brass and other materials. Shop | | | | (5) Ask for some tips from the people at the |
| around and find out what you like more. | | | | hardware store. Most would be glad to help |
| | | | you out. |
| (2) What type of hardware are you looking | | | | |
| for? Are you looking for a knob, a pull or a | | | | If you are not very experienced in |
| handle? Do you want variations? | | | | redecorating your cabinets, a safe way to go |
| | | | is to purchase steel cabinet hardware. |
| (3) Before going to the store, check just how | | | | Cabinet hardware that is made from steel is |
| many pieces you exactly need. Buy one or two | | | | easy to maintain. It is usually stainless, so |
| additional pieces as a safety measure. You | | | | you do not have to worry about wearing them |
| would not want to be at home installing your | | | | out. Steel tends to be tougher than brass. It |
| knob or handle and then find out that you | | | | can last longer and still have that nice |
| need one more piece. | | | | clean look to it. If you have no desire to |
| | | | purchase designs that are too elegant, there |
| (4) If you are simply making replacements and | | | | is also a lot of steel cabinet hardware that |
| not making a new cabinet, be sure to get | | | | is very simple, yet beautiful. |
| accessories that are compatible with the | | | | |