Switching up your cabinet hardware is a quick, easy, and cost-effective way to change your kitchen or bathroom's aesthetic. Read on to learn how to choose cabinet hardware for your home. We help you decide the right hardware type, style, and material.

Knobs
Pulls
How to Choose the Right Style

Types of Cabinet Hardware

There are two different types of decorative cabinet hardware: knobs and pulls. Knobs are small handles mounted with a single screw. While pulls function the same way as knobs, they are often bigger, thinner, and provide more surface area – making them easier to grip. They also typically require two screw holes, while knobs typically only require one. Learn more below.

Knobs

Knobs are available in many different types – from mushroom to square – but choosing one is a matter of personal preference. See the most popular types below to find one that fits your style.

Novelty knobs are available in flower, animal, food, and sports themes. Use the "Theme" filter on our cabinet and drawer knob page to find the perfect design for your home.

If you’re working on a larger project, we recommend buying knobs in multipacks.

Pulls

Like knobs, choosing pulls is a matter of personal preference and style. Most pulls require two screws for installation. However, there are a few pull types that don't require the typical two-screw installation. Ring and pendant pulls only require one installation screw, while drop-handle pulls are often mounted to a drawer or cabinet with a backplate.

Typically found in modern style homes, finger pulls are mounted to the top edge of a cabinet or drawer with the back hidden behind the cabinet or drawer's face. To ensure you have enough of the pull to grab, the projection should be deeper than the cabinet or drawer's face. Check out the projection/depth measurement on the product page's "Weights & Dimensions" tab.

Recessed pulls are installed within a drawer or cabinet's face, or front panel. Before installing recessed pulls, ensure that the depth of the pull isn't deeper than the depth of your cabinet door or drawer. To find a recessed pull's depth, check the projection/depth measurement on the product page's "Weights & Dimensions" tab.

If you’re working on a larger project, we recommend buying pulls in multipacks.

Tip!

To ensure you are buying the right size pull, read our guide "How to Measure Drawer Pulls".

How to Choose the Right Style

Consider the Finish

Choosing a finish is a matter of preference, but as a general guideline, we recommend having it complement the rest of your home's style. Take note of the room's lighting, appliances, and furniture color.

Consider the Material

Along with the finishes mentioned above, the material can impact the style and feel of the space. Most cabinet pulls and knobs are made out of metal. However, Wayfair also has knobs and pulls made of glass, wood, crystal, plastic, and stone – all available in a variety of colors.

Metal knobs and pulls work well in any home, but are very popular in modern, mid-century modern, traditional, French country, or transitional style kitchens. Glass knobs or pulls elevate a space well, and you can select a base finish that matches your style or room. They are most often found in traditional, glam, or industrial style kitchens. Wood knobs and pulls look great in rustic or coastal style homes, and pair well with unfinished wood vanities, cabinets, and drawers. Crystal knobs and pulls are perfect for glam or traditional style homes, but can add a unique flair to any home. Available in marble, granite, and travertine, stone knobs and pulls are most often found in traditional style homes, but can be a chic addition to any home.

Tip!

Read our "How to Install Cabinet Hardware" guide for step-by-step directions to mounting your new knobs or pulls.

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