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Kitchen cabinets - handles or knobs?

8 years ago

Our kitchen is being fitted but I still can't decide on handles or knobs. It might sound silly, but I really wanted crystal knobs for a bit of bling but everyone I mention it to (inc husband) thinks that will look odd! So can't decide between plain bar handle or small metal knobs. I know it's personal opinion really but any advice appreciated! Thanks.

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LTS

8 years ago

Extra bling from the sun streaming through the glass kitchen door!

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LTS
8 years ago
We currently have crystal knobs & have had many compliments from friends about them. Currently in the process of doing an extension including a new kitchen & am thinking of C handles on drawers, dishwasher etc & knobs on cupboards...Armac Martin do some gorgeous ones.

http://www.martin.co.uk
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tbyrne309
8 years ago
I think if you want crystal knobs you should get them. I have them on some furniture and they make me happy every time I look at them. As per the comment above, when the sunlight bounces off them they look amazing
Tracy Sidaway
8 years ago
I would definitely go for knobs, crystal or otherwise. They are easier to change in the future, handles can be specific sizes and replacements can be harder to find.
Lynn Robbo
8 years ago
Hi, if your kitchen is modern I would go for long handle X
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Mazur Creative Studio
8 years ago
Hi there, the ironmongery should match on your kitchen units. You will need two knobs on your large drawers. Crystal knobs would work based on the images you have included.

Joseph Giles is very good and they offer a lot of options.
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OnePlan
8 years ago
What about leather handles and pulls
They are interesting but more 'man friendly ' if that's not to PC a thing to say !!

http://www.handlesandknobsdirect.co.uk/acatalog/info_14156.html

https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/170115556/natural-leather-drawer-pulls-and-cabinet?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=shopping_uk_en_gb_e-home_and_living-home_decor-other&utm_custom1=16875f62-a391-4cd4-9733-1aa0c5cad096&gclid=Cj0KEQjw6My4BRD4ssKGvYvB-YsBEiQAJYd77ULZAEkeUtavhmdnPF2wT9teavLUvqc9vMNjdBl6pToaAo4I8P8HAQ
tamp75
Original Author
8 years ago
Thanks for all the advice & support! Maybe I'm not being so silly after all - I do think the crystal ones look great & would suit the kitchen style. Think I'll order a few to compare.
OnePlan - thanks for the suggestion - good to think outside the box but not so sure the leather handles will give the look I'm after.
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DesignWorks
8 years ago
Hi tamp75

Your plan to order a few samples to see which one works best is very wise. Don't hurry your decision. Door handles/knobs are so very important - they can either make or spoil (by cheapening) the look of your new kitchen.

Katharine, DesignWorks
C R
6 years ago
Same dilemma! Did you go for the Crystal knobs in the end?
AMB
6 years ago
Have crystal knobs on the vertical cupboards and handles on the horizontal cupboards. Maybe try to find crystal handles?
AMB
6 years ago
Horizontal cupboards are drawers...obviously... :-/
tamp75
Original Author
6 years ago
Hi C R, yes, went for crystal knobs in the end & have no regrets - love them!
C R
6 years ago
Love them!! Thanks for posting. Do you have knobs on drawers and cupboards? I'm veering towards knobs for both.
tamp75
Original Author
6 years ago
Yes, knobs for both.
Suzanne C
6 years ago
So, where did you buy your crystal knobs, I would love to put them in my new kitchen.
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FITZROVIA INTERIORS
4 years ago
Hi there I think silver handles would look great.

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