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Part 3 of our finish series breaks down gold-toned cabinet hardware—brushed brass, brushed gold, and gold champagne. Learn how each looks, what colors and wood tones they pair with, how to mix metals confidently, and which styles they suit. Get quick tips for coordinating with fixtures and appliances so your kitchen or bath feels warm, modern, and cohesive.

Discover the warm, versatile side of cabinet hardware with our earth tones guide. We compare antique copper, oil rubbed bronze, antique brass, and brushed antique brass—how they look, how to mix metals, and the best pairings for white, wood, and colorful cabinets in kitchens, baths, and furniture makeovers.

Our intention is to find cabinet hardware that coordinates with specific faucet finishes. This article will focus on Kohler's Vibrant Moderne Brushed Brass finish.

Replace or add a deadbolt in under an hour with this step-by-step guide. Learn how to mark your 2-3/8″ backset, drill clean holes, mortise the latch, mount the cylinders, and set a secure strike plate. Includes tool list, troubleshooting tips, photos, and a quick video—no locksmith required.

Should I use all pulls on my kitchen cabinets? Or should I use all knobs on my kitchen cabinets? Or a combination of both? We think that we have got the answer for you!

Although there are no strict rules of how you should place your kitchen hardware, and in the end, placing either a knob or a pull on kitchen cabinets is a personal choice, we think this article will give you some inspirational ideas for cabinet hardware placement.

In this article we will give you some of the most popular design layouts for cabinet hardware placement for today's kitchens. We will consider the traditional placement of knobs on all doors and pulls on all drawers and the more modern look of all pulls - and many other combinations.

If you are wondering if you should use cabinet knobs or pulls on your kitchen cabinets - let us help you find a design that speaks to you.

With this brief article, we hope to shed some light (literally and figuratively) on the differences between the Cosmas Brushed Brass finish and the Cosmas Gold Champagne finish.

The Ultimate List of 7 Kitchen Cabinet Design Trends: In order to keep the star of the show (a.k.a. those kitchen cabinets) fresh and trendy, we have put together a list of different cool kitchen cabinet design trends that are sure to turn your blah, washed-up kitchen cabinets into the divas they were meant to be.

When you get bored with how your house looks, you can always do some interior remodeling. For instance, you can change up the interior wall sconces to get different lighting. But what about the outside? Are you stumped on how to upgrade the look of your home? Here are nine clever house number ideas to spice it up!

These instructions will assist you in reversing a Cosmas Entry Door Lever, including the Cosmas 50 Series and Cosmas 80 Series. Other Cosmas Entry Door Levers are symmetrical in design, and would not need to be reversed.

Brass is back! It is! And now brass comes in some glorious shades from muted brushed brass to shiny copper brass. The gorgeous brass color is stunning home interiors from kitchens to baths, offices and bedrooms.

Tame the clutter and reclaim your kitchen with smart storage solutions. From hanging racks, pegboards, and magnetic strips to toe-kick drawers, hidden shelves, and appliance garages, this guide shows you 20+ clever ways to maximize space and keep your kitchen organized, functional, and stylish.

A guide to adding blue to your home kitchen. The top ten stunning ideas for incorporating the color blue into your kitchen.

Black is back in kitchen design—and it’s more versatile than ever. From countertops and beadboard to sinks, hardware, appliances, and accents, this guide explores nine modern ways to use black as a bold neutral. Discover how designers blend black with wood, white, color, and mixed materials to create kitchens that feel both timeless and dramatic.

In the news today, HGTV announced it will spin off their hit show “Home Town” with “Home Town Rescue”. The new HGTV series is set to show in 2021.

An quick price comparison of Cosmas Hardware versus Amazon Basics and Amazon Essetials cabinet hardware dispelling the commonly held belief that Amazon is always cheaper. When it comes to quality cabinet hardware, that is simply not the case. Compare and save with Cosmas Hardware

A step by step guide to measuring cabinet and drawer pulls. Explanation of the different dimensions used in cabinet hardware and how to correctly measure cabinet pulls.

Break the matchy-matchy rule and mix metals like a pro. This guide shows how to combine brass, nickel, chrome, and more—starting small with accessories, taking the look beyond the kitchen, and sticking to 2–3 finishes for balance. Learn to choose a dominant metal, repeat each finish, consider sheen, and distribute warm/cool tones for a cohesive, modern design.

Create a soothing spa retreat—no remodel needed. This guide shares four affordable upgrades to transform your bathroom: declutter for calm, layer warm ambient lighting, add natural wood accents (think teak trays and bamboo mats), and bring the outdoors in with greenery, stone, and candles. Simple changes, luxurious results you’ll enjoy every day.