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Cabinet Doors: Hinge Anotomy Overlay vs. Inset Cabinet Hinges

Posted on January 20, 2014 by MyKnobs Customer Service

Measuring Cabinet Door Overlay

The cabinet door overlay is the distance that the cabinet door extends past the door opening in all four directions in order to cover it. Some cabinet doors show none of the cabinet frame, others will have a good amount of distance. However, this distance may not be exactly equal on all four sides. So in order to accurately measure this…

Close the cabinet doors.
Use a pencil to make a light mark on the cabinet frame using the edge of the door as your guide. Make sure you do this on the hinge side of the door. If you’d rather not use a pencil, a piece of tape will also work. Just make sure the tape is lined up well.
Open the door and measure from the mark over to the edge of the face frame.

This measurement is normally in the range of 1/4″ to 1-1/2″, and anything significantly larger or smaller than that, then you are probably measuring the wrong part of the frame.

Caring for Decorative Hardware — General Tips

Posted on January 17, 2014 by MyKnobs Customer Service

Caring for decorative hardware should provide our customers with years of beauty. Most modern day finishes should last a lifetime with the proper care and maintenance. However, keep in mind all hardware surfaces are “stain resistant,” not “stain proof.” The sooner stains and grease receive attention the easier they are to remove. Stains can set over time if they are allowed to settle penetrate into the surface of protective coating.

Do’s

Dry surfaces immediately with a soft, lint-free cotton cloth.
Use a soft, lint-free cotton cloth dampened with a mild detergent or soap, and warm water.
Keep sharp items, such as knives, away from hardware. Dropping a knife and having it hit your hardware can cause scratches and dings.
Use care when opening drawers and cabinets using a pull or knob. Most decorative hardware just requires you to place your fingertips behind the hardware and pull. You should not have to grab the pull and yank on it. Not only does tugging on the pull cause unnecessary strain, but the oils from your hands can damage the hardware over time. While it sounds a bit silly, caring for decorative hardware requires you to keep

European Bar Pulls: How Long Do You Go?

Posted on July 8, 2010 by MyKnobs Customer Service

Customers often ask us if there is a set size bar pull that goes on a specific drawer size. Your preference should be your number one reference. There is no rulebook for bar pulls, however, there are a few guidelines that have proven to be helpful:

Quantity Makes a Difference

The layout of your room is an important factor to consider. If you are looking to use bar pulls in a kitchen with many drawers and cabinets clustered in one area, extra long pulls may put your kitchen at risk of hardware overload! Scaling back a little may be pleasing to both your eye and your wallet. We suggest using painter’s tape or wooden dowels as templates before you order. Cutting the approximate lengths of potential pulls and holding them up in your designated room will give you a greater idea of how much is too much.

Ultra-Contemporary = Ultra Long

Choosing the right theme of decorative hardware for your style of home

Posted on July 3, 2010 by MyKnobs Customer Service

Looking to create a new look for an old home? Whether you’re a first time buyer or homeowner veteran, updating the hardware in your humble abode can be your ticket to an inexpensive renovation!

FINISHING TOUCHES: color is everything!

Picking the right theme & finish for your decorative hardware is generally the most thought provoking aspect of the entire ordeal. It can be overwhelming if you don’t have a strong preference before visiting our showroom or website. The hardware’s finish serves as an integral part of the piece’s design. The style you are going for can be enhanced by choosing the appropriate finish. Here are some general suggestions:

How to measure your existing cabinet handles for replacements

Posted on July 1, 2010February 13, 2017 by MyKnobs Customer Service

“Center” is the distance between the two screw holes.

Replacing your old <a title="Cabinet Handle Search" href="http://hardware go to website.myknobs.com/?style=handle” target=”_blank”>cabinet handles is simple and an inexpensive alternative to spruce up your décor. You will want to measure from the center of the first hole to the center of the second hole to determine your pre-existing centers. This way you will avoid drilling new holes and filling the old ones.

Please remove the existing cabinet handle prior to obtaining your centers. It will be tempting to avoid the removal of your current hardware in place while measuring however your measurements will be inaccurate. We recommend the removal of your existing cabinet handles prior to obtaining your measurements.