Matte black hardware is ideal for modern and industrial interiors, while oil-rubbed bronze is unmatched for farmhouse and rustic kitchens. And, when in doubt, unlacquered brass and polished nickel are both timeless, failproof finishes that work with every interior design style.
Black is a classic color and will add elegance to any kitchen. Brass is another very trendy hardware option. Just like black hardware, brass works with all decor styles. Using brass will add a little more glam to a kitchen, without going overboard.
Cabinet hardware works best when the finish adds contrast to the room. What color are your cabinets? What about your appliances, faucet, and lighting? In general, warmer toned spaces with brass cabinetry have a vintage feel to them, while cooler tones with darker cabinet hardware lean more contemporary.
Brushed Nickel (BPN)
The brushing highlights the beauty of the nickel and creates a finish that hides scratches and water spots. Brushed Nickel has become one of the most popular finish choices for hardware due to its versatility and ability to complement all styles and cabinet colors.
Timeless Kitchen Hardware
Brass is the most timeless metal, in my opinion, and if you choose unlacquered brass hardware, it will only get prettier with time.
BRUSHED NICKEL
Brushed/Satin nickel will never go out of style. It is very versatile because it goes with almost any cabinet color and matches great with stainless steel appliances.
White. Few paint colors stand the test of time quite like white. "Honestly, the only color in my opinion that will never go out of style—in the sense that you can never really pinpoint when it was done—is white cabinets," says Shaolin Low, principal and founder of Studio Shaolin.
Matte Black & Gold Cabinet Hardware
Whether separate or together these colours are dominating the 2023 kitchen trends.
Matte black hardware will continue its dominance in 2023, and we can't get enough! This trend is ideal when used as part of a monochrome decor scheme or as a statement piece against bright colors. It's the easiest way to turn an ordinary door into a cool, dramatic part of your home.
Chrome is considered a classic choice for cabinet hardware. Think of 1950s bumpers and Old farmhouse sinks with the white and chrome handles. You really can't go wrong with this finish. That said many shy away from chrome due to concerns over fingerprints and keeping that polished look.
Color: You'll generally want your floor guide to blend in, so choosing a color like matte black, stainless-steel silver, or white is common. For a fun color pop, choose a color that is opposite the dominant color of your door.
'Think of your cabinet hardware and kitchen faucet like jewelry,' says Xander Shreenan of Dowsing & Reynolds. 'One should complement the other; creating a beautiful and decorative kitchen that has been tailored to perfection. ' However, bear in mind that anything too matchy-matchy can look contrived.
Silver, Brushed Nickel, and Chrome
A cool hardware finish on off-white cabinets with warm undertones will make the hardware stand out. Brushed nickel is also an excellent choice for homeowners who don't like the shine of silver or chrome hardware.
Harmonizes with modern decor
Don't make the mistake of assuming that brass door knobs are only for antique homes. Though gold is certainly traditional, it's timeless enough to work with chic, modern homes too.
If you plan to stay in your home, you can choose any color you desire. But sellers should opt for white throughout the kitchen. As a neutral, white allows potential homebuyers to imagine putting their stamp on the kitchen, whether that's by adding their décor, changing the backsplash, or even painting the cabinets.
According to kitchen design experts, knobs are a mainstay of vintage or traditional designs due to their classical appearance, whereas pulls are best suited to more contemporary kitchens.
Perhaps the most traditional of finishes, polished brass is a longstanding classic.
Does this mean brushed nickel and oil rubbed bronze are out of style? Nope. And in even better news, there's no need to replace all the metals in your kitchen all at once anymore. Because mixed metals in the kitchen create a curated look in the kitchen that is so 2023.
White remains the most popular kitchen cabinet color for this year, although clinical pure whites are being replaced with warmer and more natural tones. White is timeless and will create an airy and refreshing ambiance that will never date.
Wood finishes are back in a big way for 2023. We've seen the resurgence of natural grain cabinets for a few years now, but DeRose says wood hardware is also jumping on the scene. Look for wood pulls with natural-looking shapes that can show off the grain.
Slim and elegant pulls are still one of the most popular kitchen cabinet hardware ideas in 2023. contemporary bar pulls, whether tubular or square are top sellers, and for great reason. They look gorgeous on most cabinets, come in numerous finishes, and are an adjustable design option.
Overall, the chromatic trend for Autumn-Winter 2023/2024 presents great comebacks and confirmations, with a palette that ranges from red to gray, yellow to brown, and pink. Even the most delicate and subtle shades will have their space, inviting experimentation and rediscovery of classic nuances in an original key.
'Shades of white and neutral tones like beige and cream, when used on walls as paint colors or wallpapers, countertops, and cabinetry, create a sense of space,' says Chenise Bhimull, an interior designer at ZFC Real Estate.
Choose a classic backsplash
Subway tile is the most enduring choice for a backsplash. Avoid bold, trendy colors, and instead look for white or neutrals. Keep it simple, and bring in color elsewhere in the kitchen, with more easily replaced items, such as dish towels, art, bowls of fruit and rugs.