Spring is just around the corner, so it’s time to start tackling that endless to-do list around the house. Tackling your snag list is a great way to breathe new life into your home before the summer arrives.
One of our favourite ways to breathe new life into a home is by looking at the smaller details. Fine details like the door hardware, door knobs, cupboard pulls and other home accessories can make a huge difference without a big investment.
If you don’t want to completely overhaul your home, then updating these little features can help to introduce something new for your attention to fix on. Updating the small details that you encounter every day is also highly effective for delivering a big impact on a small budget.
It’s surprising what homeowners will put up with just to retain original charm. Once you replace these problematic pieces, you’ll hardly believe you managed to put up with the door knob that was always threatening to come loose, or the bathroom latch that would trap your guests.
Look out for the following signs that original features need to be updated:
Sometimes, the desire to upgrade your door hardware has nothing to do with a need and you simply know that it’s time for a change. Perhaps you’re renovating slowly and want a small project you can tackle without breaking the bank. This is when you should turn your attention to high impact projects like upgrading your door hardware.
If you currently have a mismatched theme in your home that delivers a lot of charm, you might be reluctant to lose this. Original features like door handles, door hardware, cast iron latches and cupboard pulls are a common reason for homeowners to gravitate towards a particular property.
These features add to the allure of a property, telling a rich story about its history, so it makes sense to be reluctant to part with them. Thankfully, you can update them with similar styles that are modern and fully-functioning, so you don’t have to choose between original charm and functionality.
To retain the charm of mismatched door knobs, try using a few difficult styles in matching metal tones. For example, opt for brass hardware in a range of styles throughout your home. Beehive, plain brass and reeded designs can be mixed and matched throughout your home to retain the original charm.
We love the warmth of brass hardware for the summer months, and this metal will also age beautifully, developing a distinct patina over the years.
Ebonised wood is a classic choice for an Edwardian or Victorian home. It creates a high contrast with pristine white paintwork. We love this Ebonised Reeded Door Knob.
Embrace a modern look with the stunning shine of nickel. Our nickel plated door knobs are made from a solid brass base, which lends the finished product a subtle warmth. Highly detailed designs like the reeded door knob will develop a subtle patina over time.
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