khtumeware 10 Pack Backplate for Cabinet Knobs Matte Black Cabinet Hardware Knob Backplate/Back Plate

A simple, effective upgrade for tired cabinet fronts

I’ve long been a fan of low-effort, high-impact hardware updates, and these khtumeware backplates fit that niche nicely. They’re slim, rectangular plates that sit behind a cabinet knob to frame it, protect the wood, and cover small blemishes around the hole. I tried a 10-pack in Antique Brass across a bathroom vanity and a couple of kitchen doors; the change was subtle but surprisingly polished—enough to refresh the look without shouting for attention or forcing me to re-drill anything.

What they are and what they’re not

At 2.8 inches (71 mm) long and 0.98 inches wide, each backplate is sized for a single-hole knob installation. Think of them as a small picture frame for your knob: they emphasize the hardware, add a contrast band to the cabinet face, and shield the finish where hands tend to brush, tap, and smudge.

Important: these are not pull escutcheons, and they’re not long enough to cover the two-hole footprint left by most standard pulls (often 3 inches/76 mm center-to-center). If you’re converting from a pull to a single knob and hoping the plate will hide both former holes, it won’t. For that scenario, you’ll need to fill the extra hole and accept that this plate will only cover the immediate area around the knob.

Build quality and finish

The khtumeware backplates feel better than their price suggests. The metal is flat and true out of the box, with cleanly punched center holes and no burrs. Edges are slightly eased, so they don’t catch a nail or snag a rag. The finish on my set (Antique Brass) is consistent plate-to-plate, with no blotches or sheen shifts. The surface is smooth, not lacquer-heavy, which helps it read as “hardware” instead of a coated novelty piece.

Materials are billed as rust-resistant and anti-corrosive. In practice, a few weeks of bathroom humidity and kitchen steam didn’t faze them—no tarnishing, spotting, or edge wear. They wipe clean with a damp cloth and a drop of mild soap if needed; I avoided anything abrasive and didn’t find a reason to use harsher cleaners.

If your project calls for a different look, this line is offered in multiple finishes. I can’t speak to the color accuracy of other options, but the Antique Brass plays nicely with both satin nickel knobs (for a mixed-metal look) and matching warm brass, and it pairs well with stained wood or painted cabinets.

Sizing and visual proportion

At just under 1 inch wide, these plates hit a sweet spot: wide enough to be seen, slim enough not to dominate a 2.5–3 inch rail on a Shaker-style door. Proportion matters with backplates, and match-up between knob base and plate width is key. I found the best look came from knobs whose base (the part touching the cabinet) measured around 0.75–1 inch. Smaller bases (say, 0.6 inch) looked a little lost on the plate; larger, flared bases hid too much of the backplate’s center area.

The 2.8-inch length reads elegant on doors and drawers alike. Installed vertically on doors, it adds a nice line without competing with stiles; mounted horizontally on drawers, it gives a subtle, anchored feel beneath the knob.

Installation: quick, with a few caveats

If you’ve ever swapped a knob, you can install these. Each plate has a single, centered hole; you place it over the existing knob hole, then reinstall the knob through the plate and into your cabinet. That said, the added plate thickness changes your screw math.

• Thread size: Most cabinet knobs use 8-32 machine screws. These backplates don’t change the thread, but they do add thickness, so expect to need a slightly longer screw than what your knob originally used.
• Screw length: The pack includes two lengths, which is helpful, but cabinetry varies. On a 3/4-inch drawer front with a standard knob, I needed a screw about 1/8 inch longer than usual to account for the plate plus a clean bite into the knob. On thicker furniture drawers (especially older pieces with applied fronts), I had to source a different 8-32 length from the hardware store.
• Cutting screws: You can trim screws to length with a hacksaw and chase the threads with a nut, but I prefer buying the exact length. It’s cleaner and avoids marring the finish on the plate if you misjudge and have to redo.

Alignment is straightforward. I like to:
1) Lightly snug the screw so the knob and plate can still rotate.
2) Square the plate using the door edge as a reference (or a small torpedo level on drawer fronts).
3) Firmly tighten while holding the knob and plate in place.

Because plates can spin if the surface is slick or the screw isn’t tight enough, a couple of optional tricks help:
- Add a tiny piece of double-sided tape or a pinpoint of clear silicone behind the plate to resist rotation.
- Use a star washer between the knob stem and the back of the plate if your knob design allows it.
- Finish with a dab of blue threadlocker on the screw threads if knobs tend to loosen in your household.

I didn’t need all of the above, but one small dot of removable adhesive on the back completely eliminated rotation on a frequently used pantry door.

Day-to-day use and maintenance

Two benefits stood out after a few weeks:
- Smudge management: On painted cabinets, the plate takes the brunt of fingerprints and nail scuffs. A quick wipe returns it to clean with less fuss than trying to lift grime from matte paint.
- Finish protection: On stained wood, it shields the area that typically dulls over time from oils and repeated contact. If you have a halo of wear around old knobs, these do a good job masking it while preventing further damage.

The smooth surface genuinely makes cleanup easy. No crevices to trap grease, no decorative ridges to collect dust. A microfiber cloth is all you need.

Compatibility notes and limitations

• Knobs only: These are designed for single-hole knobs, not two-post pulls.
• Clearance: On inset doors or tight reveals, check that the extra visual width doesn’t look cramped near door edges. The physical thickness is slight, but the visual border can change the balance.
• Knob base size: For the best look, pair them with knobs that have a base wide enough to cover the plate’s center hole cleanly and narrow enough to leave a border. If your knob’s base is very small, you’ll see more plate than knob; if it’s very wide, you’ll lose the effect entirely.
• Thick fronts: For furniture-grade drawer fronts or modern doors thicker than 3/4 inch, plan on sourcing the right 8-32 screw length. It’s inexpensive and avoids frustration.

Durability so far

Between steamy showers and a busy kitchen, my test set shows no corrosion, no finish flaking, and no warping. The plates sit flat and stay square with the simple anti-rotation step above. Time will tell on years-long wear, but the materials and finish quality inspire confidence.

Value

A 10-pack makes sense: you usually want a consistent run across at least one bank of cabinets. Given the uniform finish, straight stamping, and thoughtful proportions, the cost per opening is very reasonable for the visual coherence you gain. You also get a functional win by protecting the cabinet surface in the highest-touch areas.

The bottom line

If you’re looking for a quick, non-invasive way to refresh cabinets or conceal minor finish wear around existing knob holes, the khtumeware backplates are a smart choice. They’re well made, dimensionally consistent, and easy to install with a few basic checks on screw length and alignment. They won’t solve a pull-to-knob conversion without patching, and you’ll want to pair them with appropriately sized knobs to keep the proportions right. But used as intended, they offer a clean, durable upgrade that punches above its cost.

Recommendation: I recommend these backplates for anyone updating knobs on painted or stained cabinets, especially in high-traffic kitchens and baths where fingerprints and finish wear are persistent nuisances. They’re simple to fit, easy to keep clean, and they deliver a subtle but satisfying visual lift while protecting the wood underneath.