| During the home design process, tremendous emphasis is placed on the kitchen, living room and dining room areas.
These high traffic zones are the center of our living space and must be functional, comfortable and attractive. Few homes, however,
place much importance on the bathroom. Woe to the bathroom; for all its practicality, it's often the last place to radiate style and
panache. The rationale for this is usually cost oriented, leaving homeowners with serviceable, if not slightly sterile,
"lavatories." How do you transform this ordinary space into something extraordinary – quickly and easily? One great way is with the
installation of well designed, eye catching
bathroom cabinet hardware.
Most traditional bathrooms project a look of sterility with white on white cabinets, toilet, sink and bathroom fixtures. By simply adding decorative bathroom cabinet hardware into the mix, you can achieve a great deal without a big price tag. Accents like knobs and pulls come in thousands of designs and dozens of materials, helping to set the tone for remodeling plans that may only be implemented fully at a future date. Below are some essential design and function tips so that you can successfully begin your (re)decorating process. |
Bathroom Cabinet Hardware Turtle Knob |
Satin Nickle Liberty Pull |
- Choose the right materials for your knob, pull or plate: Bathroom cabinet hardware comes in a great assortment of
materials including glass, plastic, wood and metals. When considering the right material for a bathroom, consider that bathrooms
include changes in atmosphere, from wet and steamy to dry and cool. To ensure that materials don't warp, crack or rust, look for
hardware made out of stainless steel, solid brass, pewter and nickel. These tried and true materials have excellent wear and tear
and resist environmental fluctuation.
- Strive for style: Aim for knobs, pulls and plates with some flair - it's all in the detail. Hunt for hardware with a
unique shape or pattern like a
rope edge, ring
and dot motif or go for elegance with a birdcage or oak motif. If you want to have some fun, look for knobs ornamented with
starfish, angelfish, cockle or nautilus shell themes. Also, look for interesting finishes like brushed and satin nickel or an
antique latte glaze.
|
3. Buyer beware: Make sure that whatever bathroom cabinet hardware you choose, you select products that are durable
and practical and come with a warranty. Make sure that you are protected with a "satisfaction" guarantee and an easy return
policy because what may look great on the shelf or on the web may not be the right fit in your bathroom. Finally, don't pay full
price unless you have to. Many retailers, particularly, the online variety, offer discount bathroom hardware with gorgeous options
to make your bathroom beautiful.
You deserve to have a beautiful home from start to finish. Start with an easily attainable item, like your bathroom cabinet
hardware, to transform a regular bathroom into a regal one. You'll love the results.
|
