Replacing Your Decorative Hardware

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder; we can make any design decision we want, as long as we like it. At Connecticut Lighting Centers, we believe that our customers should have whatever they want for their homes. If that means customizing a piece to your specific needs or wants,  we will do that. What would have been considered taboo before, it is now on trend to mix and match your decorative hardware with your existing décor – as long as they complement each other. We have a few tips to help you accomplish that.

Creating the Style You Desire

Whether you’re completing a full remodeling project or replacing a few cabinet knobs, the room you’re updating has its own character. Modern, traditional or rustic, your new decorative hardware pieces should complement that style and we have hundreds of options to choose from. For those who are more of a visual person, bring in your cabinet door and use that as a sample to visualize the different styles we have to offer. These are important choices that will directly impact the atmosphere of your room. Take them into consideration before you purchase uncomplimentary items.

Mixing and Matching Finishes

A general rule of thumb is that the knobs and hinges should match; one cabinet fixture should have one finish. However, you can feel free to mix your polished nickel drawer pulls with your stainless steel countertops. Luckily, whether your cabinets are wood or painted, your choice of finish is likely to match.  It is the existing fixtures that you need to consider. The following finish combinations complement each other well if you’re thinking of mixing up a room in your home:

• Polished nickel and oil-rubbed bronze: The contemporary edge of nickel is softened by the warmth and neutrality of bronze.
• Stainless steel and polished nickel: Modern, sleek and shiny meets smooth and edgy with this combination.
• Antique brass and oil-rubbed bronze: The combination of these two golden metals will make white cabinets and drawers really stand out.

Connecticut Lighting Centers has everything you need to complete your decorative hardware overhaul. Our products can fit the budget of any project, no matter how big or small. Visit our Hartford or Southington showroom today to shop the largest inventory of bath, cabinet and door hardware in New England.