Looking for a Way to Dress Up Your Dresser?

by Alex Fleuren | Aug 26, 2016 | Before and After

Are you looking to refresh or update your existing furniture or cabinets? This simple update can make a big impact, and it doesn’t require paint!

We replaced the existing knobs with Maitland Smith “Symphony” knobs in Silver. This was a simple 5 minute switch out. Chest + Hardware = AFI Original!

Tips on selecting new hardware:

Count the number of drawer pulls and/or knobs you need to replace.
Measure the distance between the attachment points on drawer pulls. This is the Center to Center (CC) dimension. Pay close attention, some furniture may need 2 or more sizes.

If you can’t find the style that you are looking for in the correct size, you will need to drill new holes and fill the old ones.

You may want to remove the old hardware before purchasing anything new. In some cases, the finish underneath the old knob or pull might be a different color. In this case, selecting a style with a backplate may save you from having to refinish the surface.
Take pictures! A photograph of the existing knobs in place may be helpful while you shop. Go ahead and take a picture of the room too for color reference.
When you are selecting a knob, keep in mind the way that it will be used. For instance, you wouldn’t want to have cage knobs in a kitchen if you have small children. Imagine having to clean peanut butter out of your beautiful new knobs! 😉

Have fun!

Until next time,

Alexandre