How to choose cabinet hardware? Part I - style

We are starting our guide on the proper, thoughtful selection of furniture handles. The first part is devoted to the style of the interior. You will learn which handles fit the classic style, which ones fit the modern style, and which ones fit the Scandinavian style.

The selection of furniture handles is often pushed to the back burner and, in the rush of finishing or renovation work, ends with a hasty decision dependent on the current availability of products. And this seemingly small element can completely change the character of the furniture or even the room (after all, in the kitchen it will appear in such large quantities that it is impossible not to notice it).

Nowadays, the choice of furniture handles is practically unlimited – if we do not find the desired product in the manufacturers' offer, someone can make it for us to order. When making a decision, it is worth paying attention to a few things: style, material and color, and finally the type or shape of the handle.

Handles and interior style

First, let's take the style - both of the furniture and the handles themselves. The latter can be perfectly matched stylistically, or on the contrary, break the character of the interior or furniture and constitute a contrasting, eye-catching accent.

Metal handles with decorative shapes and a noble finish will fit perfectly into classic interiors , but we can also break this atmosphere with a minimalist, matte black knob.

It also works the other way around – in a modern space, an accent stylized to a previous era will be an extraordinary idea.

Interiors inspired by Scandinavian or boho style will certainly benefit from the selection of handles made of natural materials and in casual forms – for example, wooden or leather.

In the picture: dark brown leather handles Lade #4