Vintage vernacular: what you need for your home

Choosing vintage hardware for the home can be difficult. What is often seen as an afterthought can actually truly invigorate a project as much as it can make a space look rather… awkward. What’s more, there are so many hardware pieces to choose from, with everything from mail slots to towel bars, door knockers and drawer knobs on the agency.

 

When it comes to choosing the right hardware, you must consider the overall design and envision the piece working in harmony with the envisioned space. Mockups are great for this, so if you can grab some tech that can place your prospective choices in your DIY design, then this is a great way of knowing if it’s right for you!

 

With all this in mind, let’s take a look at the most essential hardware pieces you need for your DIY project:

 

1. Drawer knobs

 

Stunning antique drawer knobs are often overlooked for flashy bar pulls or drop handles, but if you have plenty of drawers and cabinetry then this is an elegant, understated piece of home beauty.

 

With the ability to add a touch of olden day glamour to accentuate their fixtures, there are many beautiful options available at your disposal. Solid brass is always a stunning option for providing some of that dazzling glitz, available in a range of colours and shapes to suit myriad designs.

 

Porcelain is also a fantastic option, providing the space with a charming-yet-subtle finish that makes one feel right at home.

 

2. Push plates

 

Generally overlooked in home settings, push plates are a genuinely elegant piece of hardware that are capable of making a stunning in-home statement. Designed to protect high-touch parts of the door, these metal panels are perfect for drawing attention to their vintage nature, making them a winner for people truly looking to incorporate that style into their home.

 

Perfect for pantry doors, closet doors and pocket doors (where they can assist with sliding), they are primed to make a comeback for homeowners looking to add a little unique elegance to their space.

 

3. Door handles & knobs

 

If you’ve ever found yourself stuck on which door handles to choose then you know just how frustrating this whole affair can be! Different parts of the home require different handles, including exterior-facing doors (keyed entry knobs), dummy doors with passage hardware and one-way locked doors for bed and bathrooms.

 

But that doesn’t mean they have to be too difficult to purchase. You can simply sync one with a different lock if necessary, and vintage doorknobs can be found in a vast range of styles and materials, with everything from brass to timber on the agenda. You might even like to go with Victorian doorknobs - a style that has made its biggest comeback since its golden age in the 19th Century.

 

4. Keyhole covers

 

Keyhole covers, otherwise known as escutcheons, are ideal for providing your home with that finishing hardware touch. Escutcheons are designed to provide a barrier between the inside of a home and out, and were made to deter draughts, insect and debris particles, as well as the occasional peeping tom.

 

What’s more, they are aesthetically beautiful, with countless designs like animals and floral work just the beginning when it comes to this special piece of home hardware that is so easily overlooked in the 21st Century but really deserves a big comeback.

 

Be sure to consider some of these elegant designs to give your home that DIY appeal - they are charming accents that are sure to invigorate its sense of style and luxury!

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