subject: CABINET HARDWARE: ART OF BEAUTY AND CREATIVITY [print this page] CABINET HARDWARE: ART OF BEAUTY AND CREATIVITY
Earlier cabinet hardware components like cabinet knobs, pulls, hatches, hinges, latches, handles and attachments were only used for practical purposes. To serve and assist in the proper working and movement of the cabinet doors seemed the sole object of inserting them in the cabinetry system. Thus, the usage of the cabinet hardware components was the only factor that determined the kind, shape or material of the hardware components. Now and then, some fancy shape or embellished cabinet knob might be used to further enhance the overall appearance of the cabinet, but such cases were rare.
However, as we look down the lanes of the twentieth century and the recent developments, it can be better understood that no longer the small and insignificant looking cabinet hardware components are being installed only for the sake of assisting in opening and closing of the cabinet doors. In the present days, their presence has acquired an altogether different meaning.
It is difficult for people to admire the importance of the hardware components in commemorating the artistry of the cabinet system, but it is one of the basic purpose for which the cabinet hardware component are being installed.
An ordinary looking cabinet system such that which can be found commonly in homes can be duly given a facelift and acquire amazing results if they are installed with an exquisitely carved and polished metallic or wooden cabinet knob, or a floral patterned glass pull or even a funky colourful button knob. The cabinet no longer will be an ordinary commonplace one but a unique and attractive component of your room.
In the similar way, an antique looking Victorian styled cabinetry with intricate panelling and carving will look a thousand times more imposing if a suitable set of well-matched cabinet hardware is attached to it.
Thus, what is implied by these examples is that with a small amount of expenditure and without any fuss you can get a completely different and altered look for your cabinetry system, and for this you do not even have to go and make sweeping changes.
To add to the merits of the cabinet hardware component, you will notice that there are no steadfast rules that you have to stick to, while making a pick. However, some care must be taken to ensure it is of the right size to suit the cabinetry system and can be properly fitted into it. Other than these few things, one can easily go with their creative instincts and have exceptional results.
To install them you do no require any professional assistance. Some simple basic tools is all you need, thus it is very easy to change them whenever you like.
There are a number of companies, which include world-renowned manufacturers like Roscoe Expressions, Classic Hardware, Schuab and Company, Waterwood Hardware, Emtek, Notting Hill, Fusion Hardware, Gado Gado Hardware, Turned In Stone, Acorn, Americk, Belwith and TopEx offering a wide array of cabinet hardware and components to suit your preferences.
