Cabinet hardware brings both style and performance to kitchens, bathrooms, laundry rooms, and built-ins. From cabinet knobs and pulls to soft-close hinges, drawer slides, catches, and locks, the right choice upgrades daily use and elevates the look of your space. Whether you’re finishing new cabinetry or planning a quick refresh, modern cabinet hardware offers a fast, cost-effective way to improve feel, function, and design.

Choose from durable materials like solid brass, stainless steel, and zinc, with popular finishes such as brushed nickel, matte black, chrome, satin brass, and oil-rubbed bronze. Match existing fixtures for a cohesive look or create contrast with bold handles and minimal knobs. For high-traffic kitchens, corrosion-resistant finishes and solid construction keep hardware looking great and operating smoothly.

Function matters. Concealed European hinges with soft-close damping prevent slams and protect doors; options include full overlay, half overlay, and inset for face-frame or frameless cabinets. Drawer slides come in side-mount or undermount, with ball-bearing action, full-extension reach, push-to-open, and soft-close features. Check load ratings (e.g., 75–100 lb) to fit pantry pull-outs, deep pots, or file drawers. Add magnetic catches, cam locks, bumpers, and felt pads for a quieter, more secure setup.

Quick tips:
- Measure center-to-center spacing before replacing pulls to avoid new holes.
- Match hinge type to door style and cup size (35 mm is common).
- Use a cabinet hardware jig or template for perfectly aligned handles.
- Pre-drill pilot holes and use the correct screw length for door thickness.
- For retrofits, fill old holes with dowels, then sand, touch up, and re-drill.

Basic tools make installation fast: a drill/driver, 35 mm Forstner bit for hinges, level, square, and a measuring tape. Maintain hardware with gentle cleaners, occasional lubrication of slides, and periodic tightening. With the right cabinet hardware, you’ll get smoother motion, quieter kitchens, and a polished finish that boosts both comfort and resale appeal.