The appearance of a wardrobe and its functionality depend on many elements, and the choice of the right handles is one of the most important points to achieve the right finish on these everyday pieces of furniture. If you want to know how to choose wardrobe handles, we tell you how!
Even to change the look and renovate an old wardrobe, handles are very useful fittings that can generate a change in aesthetics. For this, you have to know how to choose them and, fortunately, here we will explain it to you.
As you may have noticed, the variety of handles and knobs is incredible. That’s why it is sometimes difficult to choose a specific one. At Emuca we will help you to know the key aspects about how to choose wardrobe handles.
How to choose cabinet handles: the ideal material
The materials used to manufacture cabinet handles are very varied, which allows for a diversity of aesthetic characteristics, durability and resistance to external agents. A common misconception is that you should always choose the strongest and most durable, such as stainless steel. In reality, it all depends on how often the furniture is used, where it is located and how it looks. If it is a handle in controlled environmental conditions and it is for a personal cabinet that will not be used by many people, you can opt for much more decorative materials such as wood or ceramic, even if they are less resistant. On the other hand, there are the metallic materials that resist humidity, knocks, scratches and other negative aspects resulting from frequent use or adverse conditions, such as being outdoors. Iron, zamak, aluminium, stainless steel and brass are the usual materials that have a higher degree of strength than wood. So if your choice has to be strong, you should choose one of these.Shape and size that cabinet handles should have
When choosing cabinet handles or knobs it is important to look at the size in proportion to the dimensions of the door of the piece of furniture to be manufactured. The relevance of this detail is key on an aesthetic level so that the furniture visually has a coherent appearance. If the handle is too small in relation to the leaf board, its details will be lost and if it is too large it will cause a problematic visual appearance. On the other hand, the size also has a direct impact on the functionality and comfort of the handle. If the door is heavy, a small knob or handle may be uncomfortable when using the door. When you choose for a client or wish to advise, it is essential to define how often the wardrobe will be used and what the opening system of the doors is. This will allow you to make more risky decisions on an aesthetic level, which may sacrifice a little comfort or, on the other hand, to implement the most classic.
