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

Why I reached for these backplates

I had two problems to solve across a small kitchen refresh and a well‑loved bathroom vanity: worn rings in the finish around the knobs and a couple of slightly misaligned drill holes that made the knobs look off-center. Swapping knobs alone wouldn’t hide the blemishes. A thin, clean-lined backplate, though, could both tidy up the look and protect the wood going forward. That’s where these matte black backplates came in.

They’re simple rectangles—2.8 inches long by 0.98 inches wide—with a single centered hole for a standard knob screw. The idea is straightforward: slip one between the door or drawer front and your knob, tighten everything down, and you’ve instantly added a crisp accent that also hides wear and small imperfections.

Build and finish

Out of the box, the set is consistent. The finish reads as a true matte black—no glossy glare, no chalky feel, and no obvious color shift under different lighting. Edges are smooth, the hole is cleanly punched, and the surface has a subtle, uniform texture that wipes clean with a damp cloth. In a steamy bathroom and near a kitchen sink, I didn’t see any early hints of rusting or flaking. These aren’t heavy, decorative plates; they’re slim and purposeful. That’s a plus for modern and transitional spaces where you want something minimal that doesn’t fight your cabinet style.

Because they’re narrow (0.98 inches tall), their visual effect is more of a slender bar extending past the knob left and right rather than a big “rosette” that frames the knob top and bottom. With most standard 1.25-inch knobs, that proportion looks intentional and understated. If your knobs are oversized (1.5 inches and up), the backplate can start to look a touch underscaled. Measure your knob diameter against that 0.98-inch height to ensure you’ll like the look.

Fit and compatibility

A few notes on what these do—and don’t—cover:

• They’re made for single-hole knobs, not two-post pulls. At 2.8 inches long, they won’t span typical 3-inch (76 mm) pull hole spacing.
• They excel at concealing finish wear, faint halos, and tiny chips around a knob hole. They can disguise a slightly off-center hole if the knob base covers the hole and the plate visually “re-centers” the composition, but they can’t hide a completely misplaced hole outside the knob’s footprint.
• The hole is sized for a standard knob screw. In most cases you’ll reuse the screw that came with your knob. Adding a plate increases the stack thickness slightly, so if your screw was barely long enough before, you may need a slightly longer one. Conversely, on thin doors the existing screw might be a hair too long and bottom out before clamping the plate tightly. Have a couple of spare machine screws in neighboring lengths on hand if you’re doing a whole kitchen.

One pleasant surprise: the finish pairs nicely with both matte black knobs and other finishes. I tested with brushed nickel and satin brass knobs; the matte black plate reads as a neutral shadow line that works with both, especially on lighter painted cabinetry.

Installation experience

Installation is as simple as it gets:

1. Remove the knob.
2. Center the backplate over the hole.
3. Reinstall the knob through the plate and tighten.

A few tips made the outcome cleaner and more reliable:

• Prevent rotation. Smooth plates can rotate slightly when you twist the knob if the screw isn’t perfectly tight. I stopped this two ways: a tiny dab of clear silicone or removable mounting putty behind the plate, or a thin fiber washer between plate and wood. Both keep the plate from drifting, and the silicone/putty is reversible.
• Align visually, not just by feel. Because the plate is longer than it is tall, a slight skew is noticeable. I used a small torpedo level on face-frame stiles and a piece of painter’s tape as a sightline on drawers to keep plates parallel to edges before final tightening.
• Don’t over-torque. Tight is good; crushed wood or a marred finish is not. Snug the screw, hold the plate aligned, then give a careful final quarter-turn.

Cleaning is as easy as advertised. Grease and fingerprints came off with a damp microfiber cloth and a drop of dish soap. The matte surface doesn’t show smudges the way a high-gloss plate would, and it also helps keep the wood immediately around the knob cleaner over time.

Day-to-day use and aesthetics

On painted shaker doors, the plates add a gentle graphic line that makes small knobs feel more substantial, almost like a minimalist escutcheon. On natural oak, they serve a more functional role—masking existing wear and preventing new rub-through where fingers repeatedly contact the wood. That dual purpose is the sweet spot for this product: you get both a style tweak and a layer of protection.

The low profile means you won’t snag clothing or feel a lip under your fingers. There’s no rattle or resonance when you close doors, and with a properly tightened screw (or a dab of silicone), the plates stay put. After several weeks in a humid bathroom, there were no finish changes, which gives me confidence about long-term durability in moisture-prone areas.

Where these shine—and where they don’t

What they do well:
- Refresh tired cabinetry fast by disguising small blemishes and wear.
- Add a discreet design element without committing to heavy, ornate backplates.
- Pair with a variety of knob finishes thanks to the neutral matte black.
- Clean easily and resist corrosion in kitchens and baths.

Potential drawbacks:
- Size limitations. At 2.8 x 0.98 inches, they can look undersized under very large or decorative knobs. If you want a full “frame” around the knob, you’ll want a taller plate.
- Not a fix for pull conversions. They won’t cover 3-inch or wider pull hole spacing.
- Rotation risk if not installed carefully. A simple adhesive dab or washer solves it, but it’s worth planning for.
- Screw length can be finicky. Depending on your door/drawer thickness and the knob you’re reusing, you may need to source a slightly different screw length to get a firm clamp.

Buying advice and alternatives

If you love the idea of a long, slim accent behind your knobs—or you specifically need to hide modest finish wear—these are a smart, budget-friendly way to get there. Before ordering, I recommend:

• Measuring your knob diameter. If it’s 1.25 inches or smaller, the proportion will look clean. For larger knobs, consider a taller plate.
• Checking door/drawer thickness and your existing screw lengths. Have a couple of alternate screws ready so the install doesn’t stall.
• Planning an anti-rotation strategy. Removable adhesive dots, a micro dab of clear silicone, or a fiber washer takes two seconds and keeps everything aligned.

If you’re trying to cover old pull holes or make an oversized design statement, look for larger rectangular plates or two-hole conversion plates designed for pull spacing. Those are different tools for a different problem.

Verdict

I like these backplates a lot for what they are: slim, modern rectangles that quietly solve common cabinet wear issues and add a neat visual detail. The finish is consistent, the metal feels appropriately sturdy, and installation is approachable even for a first-time DIYer. They won’t bail you out of every layout mistake, and you’ll want to think through screw length and rotation, but once installed they’ve been set-and-forget in my spaces.

Recommendation: I recommend these backplates for anyone looking to clean up minor blemishes around cabinet knob holes or introduce a subtle, matte black accent without overwhelming the door or drawer. They’re especially good on painted cabinetry and high-traffic doors where finish wear is starting to show. If your knobs are oversized or you need to cover old pull holes, look for larger or purpose-built plates; otherwise, this set strikes a practical balance of simplicity, durability, and everyday usefulness.