1. Hardware
A simple change of hardware can make a subtle yet unmistakable change to the color, texture and feel of any kitchen or bathroom. Find vintage or antique cabinet and drawer pulls and change out the fixtures that came with your house. The possibilities are endless, from warming the room up with the color and rich texture of hand hammered copper or going cool and classic with pewter hardware stamped with a floral motif. Consider hand painted ceramic or porcelain knobs and pulls. These are available in a vast array of colors, shapes and designs. Depending on your choice, you can add just the right amount of whimsy or the perfect touch of elegance! Open the cabinet or drawer and use a screwdriver to loosen the existing hardware screws and remove the hardware you wish to replace. Use wood putty (not wood filler) to cover and fill in the old hole. Measure carefully to find the hole center. This is especially important if you are replacing a single knob or pull with a handle. To center the handle correctly, you must measure to find the hole- to-hole center—the distance between the center of the first hole to the center of the second hole on the handle. Remember the old adage, “Measure twice, drill once!” REPLACING HARDWARE PULLS AND KNOBS IS QUITE EASY TO DO:
Mark where the new holes should be with a pencil. Drill new holes to fit the width of the screws needed. Install your new hardware! Take a moment to enjoy the new vibe you’ve introduced to the whole room with this simple project! This DIY project can give any room a new look. Home offices and other rooms that require lots of storage space are great opportunities to use this simple hack to breathe new life into rearranged or repurposed rooms!
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June 2023
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