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How to Choose the Perfect Hardware to Match Your Design Aesthetic | Top Knobs

August 17, 2023

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.

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Find Your Style with Top Knobs

April 12, 2022

Updating the decorative hardware in your kitchen or bathroom is a quick and easy way to give your space a seasonal refresh! With thousands of knobs, pulls and decorative hooks available in a range of finishes, sizes and styles, Top Knobs offers the industry’s most extensive line of premium quality cabinet and drawer hardware to achieve the look you desire.

With so many pieces to choose from, finding the perfect knob or pull can seem a bit overwhelming. Top Knobs Find Your Style digital tool eliminates the stress of the selection process with a personalized design experience.

The Find Your Style tool makes choosing the right style, finish and size easy and fast. It offers users a uniquely creative opportunity to explore designs and finishes that reflect personal style. The innovative tool also makes it possible to identify sizing options to meet specific design needs.

Through this online tool, customers are guided through a short series of questions designed to identify product offerings based on their individual preferences and needs. Once the short Q & A is complete, a narrowed down selection of products is recommended to the user.

To begin, visit the “Find My Style” page on the Top Knobs website and click “START”:

On the next page, choose the  living room design aesthetic that speaks to your interior design preferences:

Then, select your favorite flatware style:

On the following page, the selection tool will prompt you to choose the kitchen you could envision spending the most time in:

Once you have finished determining your design preferences, the Find Your Style tool will ask “Which element in your kitchen would you like your knobs or pulls to complement?”. The questions to follow your response will help further narrow the decorative hardware styles that correspond with  your answers:

You will then be prompted to choose up to 5 finish options to outfit your space:

As well as your preference on pull and knob shape:

If you have any specific requests or needs regarding the hardware that adorns your cabinetry, you can update feature preferences on page 6:

The next two pages will ask about your sizing needs:

And finally, if you are working with a designer or showroom, you can share those details on the final page of the questionnaire:

Once you’ve completed the short Q&A, the tool will analyze your results and provided a comprehensive list of knobs and pulls that complement the answers you’ve provided throughout the survey:

From here, you can save and share your results, as well as locate a Top Knobs dealer in your area to explore your options!

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7 Steps to Achieving the Kitchen Island of Your Dreams

March 30, 2022

Improve your kitchen functionality with a few simple additions

The workhorse. The dining table. The desk. The prep station. Today, kitchen islands have become more than just a focal point – they’ve become the center of activity. Making prep work, entertaining, and dining easier than ever, the kitchen island provides endless functionality. And the best part? You don’t have to sacrifice beauty. It can be both functional AND beautiful.

From under-counter storage and housing your appliances to stylish small details like mix and matching hardware, you can take your kitchen island from workable and efficient, to sleek and stunning.

Check out our tips below on how to create a dreamy kitchen island:

It’s All in the Details

Is your style more traditional, modern, minimalist, or transitional? Do you prefer bold accents or subtle charm? No matter what you love, make sure you choose hardware that perfectly complements your style. With knobs, pulls and appliance pulls available in over 25 collections and 30 finish options, choose from endless decorative pieces to help create the ultimate focal point.

The Modern Metro tab pulls shown in Flat Black is a sleek showstopper.

Decorative Hooks and Storage

No one likes a cluttered countertop…right? Consider adding a few well-positioned hooks under your island counter to add a decorative yet purposeful touch, allowing you to hang backpacks, small pots, or other items, all while freeing up counter space.

The Ryland collection of decorative hooks offers added personality and storage to your space in familiar styles that complement some of Top Knobs’ most popular decorative hardware pieces.

Seating

For some homeowners, island seating is an informal area used for quick meals and to connect with whoever is in the kitchen. For others, it’s a more formal area where many meals are shared. No matter how you use your kitchen island seating, we recommend keeping the following in mind whenever choosing new seating: chair height, comfort, and style.

These gold metal bar chairs are the perfect complement to this kitchen island. The bronze finish brings a pop of color to this traditional kitchen and perfectly pairs with Top Knobs’ Honey Bronze hardware that adorns the cabinetry, while the height and spacing leave enough room for guests to sit comfortably.

Storage

Being the central hub, it’s only natural for the kitchen island to become a drop zone for everything from books and laptops, to schoolbags and snacks. Adding additional storage like a small bookshelf or cubby helps keep items neatly stowed away and organized.

Cabinetry

While the options for cabinetry seem to be endless, have fun exploring customization options that help make your island yours. Taking the time to add extra detail to your cabinetry like glass panels and column legs, to bold colors and open shelving creates the perfect opportunity to have your island shine in the kitchen.

One trend we love is incorporating a pop of color – the contrast of the white kitchen cabinets and black kitchen island creates a neutrally cohesive, yet stunning look.

Integrated Appliances

You’ve chosen the perfect countertop, but do you really want to clutter it with appliances? For a real space saver, we recommend integrating appliances like a microwave or wine fridge into your island to maximize space and storage.

And for an easy and stunning upgrade, swap your appliance pulls for a perfectly matched look throughout the kitchen. Our Regents Park and Morris collections offer robust ranges of styles and finishes, allowing you to take customization to the next level.

Mix & Match Hardware

A simple, yet subtle, design choice to elevate your cabinetry even further is to mix and match your decorative hardware. The combination of knobs, bar pulls, and cup pulls, can give your island a slightly different look and feel without straying too far from your kitchen’s overall design.

Our go-to favorite, the Channing Series, offers knobs, pulls, cup pulls, and backplates that can be combined to establish a cohesive look.

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Take A Drive Down Top Knobs’ Riverside

March 24, 2021

Nestled in the heart of Manhattan’s bustling Upper Westside is one of New York City’s most scenic streets, Riverside Drive. Positioned between the Hudson River and Central Park this picturesque boulevard is regarded as one of Manhattan’s top waterfront neighborhoods and has become a coveted destination for New Yorkers longing for a reprieve from busy city life.

Spanning from 72nd street to 181st, Riverside Drive has progressed from a charming neighborhood full of historic architecture to a more contemporary district that melds with the modern lifestyle of its younger generation of residents. The unique evolution of this desirable metropolitan location has become the inspiration for one of Top Knobs’ most esteemed series, Riverside.

Launched in 2019 as part of Top Knobs anniversary Grace Collection, the Riverside series is comprised of 54 pieces including: knobs, pulls and appliance pulls, that offer a modern take on a classic design. Featuring a clean line, sleek details and a contoured grip, learn how Riverside invites the allure of Manhattan into suburban homes by watching the video below:

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Kitchen Cabinets and Decorative Hardware, a Perfect Pair

April 21, 2020

Kitchens have become one of the most significant rooms of the home when it comes to interior design. With so many components to consider, their versatility in function and style is a large part of what makes kitchen design so exciting!

There’s always a surprising number of decisions to make, and as the defining layer of a kitchen’s layout the cabinets you select might arguably be the most important. The options for style, size and color are just so abundant, and many kitchens need a carefully thought-out combination of cabinetry and decorative hardware to convey the perfect look.

Whether your interior taste leans more towards sleek and modern or you find yourself longing for a vintage farmhouse look, Top Knobs is here to help you find the perfect cabinet and hardware paring for your kitchen. Below, we highlight the most popular styles of cabinetry among today’s homeowners with complementing hardware that are sure to elevate your home.

Traditional

The most formal style of cabinetry, traditionally designed cabinets embody elegance and sophistication. The doors often feature raised panels with intricate woodwork. Traditional cabinets can be found in rich wood tones such as cherry, mahogany and chestnut.

Elaborate hardware in bronze and copper tones add a distinctive finishing touch to traditional cabinets. Detailed embellishments like those found on the knobs and pulls in our Somerset Collection, further enhance the finesse of traditional cabinets.

Shaker

Popular with today’s younger generation of homeowners, Shaker-style cabinets showcase a timeless design with a simple and clean look. These cabinets have a five-piece door with flat recessed panels and a thin frame and are available in just about any color.

Thanks to their versatile design, Shaker cabinets can be paired with a wide variety of hardware. For a classic look we suggest opting for simple hardware with a flat design in a subtle finish like our Brushed Satin Nickel or Polished Chrome. For a look with added interest, we suggest adding contrast to the cabinets with hardware featuring ornate details such as pieces from our Cobblestone Collection.

Contemporary

Featuring a streamlined overlay surface, flat doors and little to no details, Contemporary cabinetry lends to a modern, high-end kitchen design. While their details may be minimal Contemporary cabinets can be found in a bevy of vibrant hues to create a bold and glamorous look.

When selecting decorative hardware for contemporary cabinets, we suggest maintaining their sleek design with tab pulls from our  Europa Series or Minetta Series in on-trend finishes like Flat Black, Ash Gray or Honey Bronze.

Glass-Front

Meant to be paired with traditional styled solid cabinetry, glass-front cabinets are a great way to make a statement in the kitchen. Generally used as upper cabinets, they serve as a functional place to show off your personal style and display glassware, bowls, vases, cookbooks and more.

For this style of cabinetry, we love a matching look and recommend paring with hardware inspired by glass. The soft delicate details of our Emerald Crystal knobs or a selection from our Crystals Collection, complements the refined design present in glass-font cabinets.

Farmhouse

A modern take on traditional design, farmhouse cabinets feature charming characteristics with rustic influences. Often made from reclaimed materials such as shiplap and beadboard Farmhouse cabinetry are almost always painted white or a soft neutral shade and highlights the natural textures found in wood.

Farmhouse cabinets are best adorned with bold hardware that makes a statement. Hardware like the cup pulls from our Channing Series, knobs from our  Kingsbridge Series and pulls from our Arendal Series in finishes like Flat Black and Tuscan Bronze add to the allure of a vintage farmhouse design.

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