How to Choose the Right Knobs & Pulls for Your Project
Understanding when to use each type of hardware.
Pull length should be approximately 1/3 the width of the drawer front.
The most important number when shopping for pulls.
Center-to-center (CC) is the distance between the centers of the two screw holes on a pull. This is the measurement that determines whether a pull will fit your existing cabinet holes — or what size holes you need to drill for new installations.
The distance between the center of each screw hole
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How to match hardware finishes to your kitchen or bath.
Gold, Brass, Copper — pair beautifully with warm wood tones, cream cabinetry, and natural stone countertops.
Chrome, Nickel, Stainless — pair with cool grays, crisp whites, and modern kitchen designs.
Matte Black, Oil Rubbed Bronze — versatile finishes that work with virtually everything, from farmhouse to ultra-modern.
It's OK to mix! Use one dominant finish and one accent. Example: matte black pulls with brass knobs, or nickel pulls with a brass faucet.
Where to position hardware on your cabinets for the best look and function.
Standard: Center of the door panel.
Modern: On the corner closest to the countertop for a cleaner line.
Place the pull or knob at the bottom corner of the door — closest to where your hand naturally reaches.
Place the pull or knob at the top corner of the door — again, where your hand naturally goes.
Center horizontally. For tall drawer fronts, position the pull in the upper third. For small drawers, center vertically.
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