So, you’re ready for a major kitchen makeover, you say? Planning on ripping those cabinets out and installing something new and fresh, huh?

Adding cabinet pulls can enhance the look of any kitchen

Before you dismantle the cabinets, consider rejuvenating the look of your entire kitchen (or bedroom, bathroom, garage or outdoor living space) with a set of new cabinet pulls. Simply swapping out old, outdated cabinet or drawer hardware for new, updated fixtures is not only a simple way to upgrade the look of your room, but you also increase the value of your home in an instant.

And, by installing new cabinet pulls instead of putting up new cabinet doors, you’re actually saving the environment by using fewer resources (wood for the cabinets).

There now, sort of feels good, doesn’t it?

Large bar pulls add a modern feel to simple cabinets

Varieties

Cabinet and drawer pulls come all types of varieties. Think of a look, and it probably exists. Arch, bar, and handle pulls provide a contemporary look, while birdcage, cup, drop and ring pulls offer more of a traditional theme.

Main styles

Need something to complement the ocean theme of your beach home? How about something to help coordinate the kids’ rooms? And, really, who doesn’t love a bit of whimsy? From animals and plant life to rustic and ornate, cabinet pulls can be a bit of everything.

And yes, even contemporary and traditional.

Materials

Just like any other piece of door or cabinet hardware, cabinet pulls are available in a number of different materials. They can be made from metal, brass, steel, resin, crystal or wood. Choose the one that’s most appropriate for the location, amount of usage, and weather conditions (if you’re installing them in an outdoor location).

Installation tips

Installing cabinet and drawer hardware is usually pretty simple. Most manufacturers should provide a template showing you where to drill holes if you need to. But, if you’re swapping out old for new, the measurements and dimensions should be the same.

You’ll discover that cabinet pulls come in many different center measurements, as well, ranging from 2-inch centers to 5-inch centers. PullsDirect.com makes it simple to shop by center-to-center measurements.

Baldwin's Couture pulls are simply amazing to behold

If you’re looking to update the look of your kitchen, bathroom, bedroom or garage, you don’t have to commit to a major renovation project. Cabinet pulls can spruce up the look of any living space using less energy and saving money.

Until next time, Happy Home Improving!

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