The term "hardware" can be used to cover a vast array of functional and decorative devices, and attempting to cover them all would be outrageously complicated.  Therefore we limit this discussion to knobs and pulls.  You select those and we will use complimentary pieces for the hinges, supports, slides, locks, hasps, straps, and other appliances that may be required.  Naturally if anything needs to be discussed we will contact you.  Or, if you have something special in mind, call or e-mail us to discuss it more fully.

To clarify; a knob is a generally mushroom shaped device grasped between fingers and thumb, a pull is a generally loop or bail shaped device that you slip your fingers behind to use, a pendant is similar to a knob except that it is jointed and the part you pull on dangles down.

We do offer a standard selection of knobs and pulls for you to choose from.  However, you are welcome to stipulate something else if you have seen something special, want to match existing hardware in your home or just want something different.  Non-standard hardware may incur added expense if your preference costs us more than our usual offerings.  You may visit our regular suppliers below.  These will open in a new window, close it to return here.  The prices listed are our cost, administrative, shipping and broken box or minimum order fees will be factored into the price you pay.  When you find one you like, note the supplier and their stock number so you can pass it along to us.  Time spent searching out a drawer pull you saw, but can't remember where you found it, will be billed to your account.  Other suppliers you may want to try include:

• Outwater Products
• VanDykes Restorers
• Rockler Woodworking & Hardware

Our Standard Knobs

Wooden Mushroom Knobs are for those who appreciate the natural beauty of a plain wooden knob.  Mushrooms are simpler, lower and larger in diameter (typically 1 3/4" to 2") than the Classic knob.  They are available in pine, maple, oak, cherry and walnut.

Shaker knobs are more reminiscent of early American furniture.  Available in oak, cherry, maple and walnut and in 7/8" or 1 1/8" diameters.

Classic Wood Knobs are available in oak, cherry and maple.  More elegant than a plain mushroom knob, they look great on fancy cabinets.

Sash Knobs are small solid brass knobs (3/8" to 1" diameter) that are well suited to smaller furniture pieces like tea chests.  They are available in polished or antique finish.

Metal Mushroom Knobs This general category embraces a dizzying assortment of styles, finishes and designs.  To ease the selection dilemma we've assembled a collection of quality, affordable mushroom shaped knobs (smooth caps and simple stem) in a variety of finishes. Most are 1 1/4" in diameter by 1 1/8" projection.  Finishes include: Polished Brass, Antique Brass, Brushed Nickel, Polished Nickel/Chrome, Oiled Bronze, Brite Copper, Antique Copper, and Antique Silver. (click the names to see an example) Exact styles may change slightly as manufacturers modify or discontinue their product lines.

Porcelain Knobs add a special charm to many pieces, they are available in plain white or with a variety of figures painted on them.  Select this option and we'll get with you as to what decoration, if any, you prefer.

Crown Knobs offer a bit of class for those who want something more than a smooth mushroom knob, but don't want to get into the sculpted knobs.  Our standard line-up includes Polished Brass, Antique Brass, Oiled Bronze, Satin Nickel.  Sizes range from 1" to 1 1/2", but not all finishes are available in each size.

Glass Knobs are again becoming popular as the retro movement picks up steam.  If this style isn't what you're looking for, point us toward something you like and we'll use those.

Standard Pulls

We have easy access to a variety of 'standard' pull designs, but these things come in literally tens of thousands of designs that cover the gamut of styles from Victorian to Rustic to Contemporary to Ultra-Modern.  You choose the basic design,tell us your color preference in the Special Instructions area, and we'll contact you to discuss the details.

Regular Pulls are fairly unassuming and come in a wide variety of designs and colors.  Using the search utility above, you can usually find a match for the pulls used in your home.

Bail Pulls were used on much of the Old World furniture.  They feature a hinged loop that swings down out of the way when not in use, eliminating the "hip-buster" aspect of fixed pulls and preventing things from snagging on them.  The small backer plates are available in metal or porcelain (shown) in various styles.

Bail Pull with Backer is a spiffier version of the bail pull described above, incorporating a back plate that can range from a simple oval to a frilly pattern.

Insert Pull is a variation of the regular pull that incorporates an insert made of porcelain,(shown), wood or glass.  Available in a variety of styles and finishes, some even come with interchangeable inserts so you can change them with your mood.

Bow Pull This is a more elegant version of the regular pull, somewhat less traditional.  Styles and finishes vary, find one you like.

Rod Pulls can be had in numerous styles from very simple to very ornate.  The common feature is the straight bar with "horns" at the ends -- that can cause cause "snagging" problems in some situations.

Wire Pulls as the name implies are a very simple bent wire shape.  Very popular in contemporary furniture, they are available in a plethora of colors and materials including bright colored plastic.

Mission Pulls simulate the heavy iron pulls used on Mission style furniture.  The ones we use are made of anodized cast brass, so they won't rust.

Bin Pulls are typically a semi-circular cup, open at the bottom, but they can be had in a variety of shapes and materials including several metals, wood, porcelain, even glass.  Some are quite plain, others can be very ornate.

Library pulls are available in a variety of styles and sizes, and are handy for labeling the contents of a drawer.  The size and style used will depend on your styling preferences and intended usage, but this style seems to be most popular, so this is our standard offering.

Pendant Pulls make an elegant way to open doors on curio and doll cabinets.  They are available with and without hey holes, and in a variety of sizes and colors, but they are more difficult to find.

Specialty Knobs & Pulls

Specialty Knobs exist to meet most any need you may have.  Want something special for your son's dresser; how about basket balls, footballs, and soccer balls?  Need something for your flatware; how about these?  Also available in 'fruit', leaves, various figures, animals, kitchen utensils, and many more.  Because of the wide assortment of designs, we do not attempt to catalog these for you, but a few moments of looking through the suppliers catalogs will turn up lots of ideas.  They also offer carved and laser engraved wooden knobs in a variety of themes, acrylic knobs such as Drawer Jewels that add an exciting dimension to drawers or doors, cast metal in floral, wildlife, and whimsical themes.  If you see something you like, select "custom" in the knob selector and tell us which you like in the Special Instructions box during check-out, or e-mail us to discuss the choices.  Below are some of the fun collections represented in our suppliers catalogs.