Often referred to as the “jewelry of the home,” decorative hardware is the finishing touch that can instantly elevate any space. While cabinet hardware is most associated with kitchens and baths, its design potential goes far beyond just these areas of the home. From adding refined grace to a butler’s pantry to bringing a stylish and functional element to a laundry room, hardware can transform nearly every room in your home.
Explore some of our favorite spaces where Top Knobs hardware enhances the beauty and practicality of the room while still adding a personalized touch.
If there’s one word that defines interior design in 2024, it’s ingenuity.
Throughout 2024, interior designers and homeowners alike unleashed their creativity, pushing the boundaries to craft bold, functional spaces while embracing this year’s latest trends. From tactile textures and organic elements to unexpected bursts of color, 2024’s designs were defined by imaginative, daring choices.
As this year draws to a close, it’s time to say goodbye to another memorable year by celebrating our favorite designs of 2024, featuring decorative hardware from Top Knobs:
Quickly capturing the hearts of homeowners and interior designers alike, Top Knobs’ sleek Ash Gray finish has rapidly surged in popularity, gracing cabinetry with a unique, charming allure. As a luxurious alternative to traditional black finishes, Ash Gray injects interiors with dramatic flair without going completely dark. Ideal for those seeking a moody ambiance, this opulent finish adds a subtle elegance to any space. Curious why so many are opting for Ash Gray decorative hardware? Read on to uncover the secret behind its captivating appeal!
1: Vast Versatility
Ash Gray serves as the perfect neutral substitute for deep black finishes, effortlessly complementing a wide range of color palettes and design styles. This versatile shade elevates all aesthetics from traditional to modern, seamlessly harmonizing with both light and dark color schemes. Without being too dim, Ash Gray creates a sophisticated, moody atmosphere in any room.
2: Welcoming, Warm Undertones
With warm tones making a resurgence in interior design, Ash Gray offers the ideal balance for those who are beginning to embrace warmer hues but still crave a cooler finish. Unlike other gray finishes, Top Knobs’ Ash Gray features a rich undertone that adds a cozy, inviting feeling to spaces. Its low-reflective shine ensures that hardware in Ash Gray won’t create a glare, amplifying the overall warmth of designs.
3: Trendy Yet Timeless
Chic and contemporary, Ash Gray provides homeowners and interior designers with a look that resonates with current design trends, appealing to those who favor a modern touch. Though it’s currently viewed as a trendy finish, Ash Gray also exudes timeless finesse, making it a classic choice for interiors that won’t go out of style quickly.
4: Limitless Options
As one of Top Knobs’ six standard finishes, Ash Gray is available in an array of styles, including pulls, knobs, hooks, backplates and more. With the Ryland Collection of decorative hooks as the latest addition to the Ash Gray family, Top Knobs offers a diverse selection of products in Ash Gray to fulfill any of your project’s needs. Click here to explore all of our collections offered in Ash Gray.
Are you planning for your next home project? A great way to streamline your ideas and inspiration for the room’s aesthetic is by creating a flat lay. Flat lays feature an assortment of textures, fabric swatches, cabinet and tile samples, paint chips and fixtures that you intend to utilize in your final design. These samples are thoughtfully arranged on a flat surface to depict your desired style for the space. Crafting a flat lay can help you visualize your concept, allowing you to refine your design and effectively communicate your vision with others.
Below, we’ve complied some of our favorite and most inspiring flat lays, featuring decorative hardware from Top Knobs!
Design is in the details! No statement holds more truth than when deciding on the perfect decorative hardware. Selecting the right knobs and pulls can seamlessly transform a space by establishing an elevated and cohesive design.
At Top Knobs, we offer a wide variety of decorative hardware styles, with over 4,500 different options available. From traditional to industrial, there is sure to be a fixture that flawlessly reflects your personal taste. Whether you’re renovating a brand new kitchen or simply refreshing your master bath, we’ve put together our top tips for selecting the right decorative hardware that effortlessly matches your design aesthetic!
Define Your Style
The first step to selecting knobs and pulls to complement your design is to identify the overall style of your space. Is it modern, traditional, industrial or something completely bespoke? Once you determine the tone of your room, choose fixtures that enhance the look! If the atmosphere leans more industrial, you’ll want to focus on knobs and pulls that are edgy and functional. The Top Knobs Find My Style Tool can help to narrow down our wide array of decorative hardware to a small selection that best reflects you.
Finish Fanatic
Expressing yourself in a project isn’t limited to the paint color options – we believe you should have the same opportunity to express yourself through your knobs, pulls and accessories! Our product line is available in over 40 sealed finishes, each with a personality of its own. Select a finish that aligns with the style of your space, Brushed Satin Nickel pairs well with a contemporary vibe while Oil Rubbed Bronze compliments a rustic setting. Click here to view all of our available finishes.
Size (& Color) Matters!
When finalizing your hardware selections, there’s a big factor to consider – your cabinets! You can opt to have decorative hardware that contrasts with the color of your cabinets or blends in. Using dark pieces on light cabinets and vice versa can create a captivating look! Another important factor is selecting fixtures that are proportional to the size of your cabinets. Larger doors and drawers may call for longer pulls, while petite knobs and pulls are more ergonomic for smaller fronts. Read our sizing guide for even more placement tips.
Consistency is Key
Balance between your style and finish choices is important for maintaining a clean and mature design. If you’re playing with multiple types of hardware, such as a mix of knobs and pulls, ensure they all share a common design element like finish or shape. Selecting knobs and pulls in the same collection or series can preserve cohesion in a room. If you’d like to browse our complete product library, click here. Always remember to take into account other design elements in the room, like light fixtures, faucets and appliances. Don’t be intimidated by mixing metals but don’t forget to keep cohesion in your design!
Experiment with Samples
Before settling on your final decision, order samples of the hardware you’re considering. Just like trying on a pair of jeans before you take them home, you’ll want to ensure that your home furnishings are the perfect fit! Testing different decorative hardware options on your cabinets is a good way to see how they feel and look in different lighting, if the finish melds with your other fixtures and if they achieve your desired design! To learn more about our free sample program, click here.
