Cabinet handles come in all types of sizes, shapes, finishes, colors, and more. There are so many options out there, so how do you even begin to pick the perfect ones for your kitchen? Get ready to go shopping for new kitchen cabinet handles with these factors in tow!
The environment
If your place is located near water or in moist conditions, the handles and other hardware will tend to get vulnerable to external elements and will corrode or wear out much faster. Keep this in mind when choosing new handles, because some finishes are more prone to corrosion when exposed to watery and most conditions. For instance, aluminum handles have a reputation for pitting easily in damp environments, whereas brass is unshakeable.
The style
You want the handles of your cabinets to be completely in place with the rest of the kitchen. If your kitchen is on a more classic side, then your handles should have a more vintage-inspired, intricately-detailed look. On the other hand, if you have a modern kitchen, stick with clean, minimalist, geometric handles.
The use
How often will you be using your kitchen? Is the kitchen located in a holiday home? Are you going to be living alone? Or are you with a whole family who loves to cook? Depending on your foreseen usage of the kitchen, determine the quality of the handles you’ll be needing. If you know you’re going to be using the kitchen heavily, then it’s definitely better to invest in more durable handles.
The finishing look
For a finishing look in the handles, the trend these days is that it’s all about contrast–it’s not supposed to blend and disappear into the background. The handles and other hardware are supposed to be the accessory, after all. If you look at modern kitchens, the hardware really does tend to have a contrasting look against the color of the cabinets, as well as other fixtures like appliances, plumbing, and lighting. Keep in mind that warmer-toned spaces look good with brass finishes, while cooler tones work best with darker cabinet handles.
What other factors are you looking for in shopping for new kitchen cabinet handles?