From the NIBCA Parade of Homes to the SHBA Fall Festival of Homes, builders and designers are gravitating toward bold satin brass, matte black accents, and sleek under-cabinet lighting. Hardware Hut is proud to be the trusted source for these top trends, helping create show-stopping spaces. Thank you to our partners and customers for showcasing […]
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What’s So Smart About Smart Locks?
For years, we’ve been adding to our list of technologically advanced hardware. Technology continues to advance, and hardware has not been left behind. Smart locks are becoming increasingly more popular, especially in Airbnb and rental properties. Emtek and Schlage are two leaders in this field, offering multiple styles and entry options. They completely crush the […]
Matching Hardware Finishes
Satin this, brushed that, figuring out the right terminology can be tough. How are you supposed to know? Every manufacturer has a unique lingo that adds more confusion to the mix. There are 2 or 3 different sheen options for one finish, and then there are more than 50 different finish options to decipher. Each […]
ADA Compliant Bathroom Accessibility and Safety
Recently I’ve been privy to a couple of renovations at my parent’s house. Unfortunately, the circumstances for their remodels were less by choice, than by random happenstance. They discovered some significant and dangerous damage to their bathroom. They couldn’t ignore it anymore so they decided not only to repair but fully upgrade their bathroom accessibility […]
Track and Carriers for Single and Biparting Sliding Doors
A call or email we receive frequently regards track and carriers for single and biparting sliding doors. Customers have them installed when a wheel breaks on a carrier, or a carrier gets lost when taking down the door for some reason. Once in a while customers have a carrier, while other times they don’t. We will […]
Five things to Know before Building Your New Home
Building or remodeling can be a stressful but marvelous experience. Those who venture into the home building game, who have done their research and choose the right contractor to fit their needs and desires, happen to have the best luck, in my opinion. Home Building Budget First and foremost, you need to determine your home […]
FAQ: What Are Panel Ready Appliance Pulls?
When browsing Pinterest and Instagram for your kitchen remodel, you will see many kitchens with appliances that hide in the background. Not everyone desires giant white or stainless steel refrigerators. Not all dishwashers should mess with the continuity of the cabinetry. To accomplish the seamless look and hide those appliances, you’ll need to get a panel-ready appliance. That means […]
Your Introduction to Custom Hardware
The Hardware Hut represents several brands that will custom configure or make items for you. Below are the few we recommend and provide. Colonial Bronze Colonial Bronze makes over 40 finishes in hundreds of cabinet knobs & pulls and appliance/door pulls, all in the USA. Many of the products can be made in custom lengths with varying hole spacing […]
Barn Door Installation Buying Guide – All You Need
Hanging barn doors are a great way to save space. Barn doors are perfect for spaces where there’s not enough room to open a hinged door fully or where you want to add some visual interest to a room. Barn door installation is easy, and barn door tracks allow you to hang and wall mount […]
LED Lighting for Complete Beginners
Some of my favorite projects to work on with customers involve planning out LED lighting solutions for their home. From experienced electricians to DIY’ers, LED lighting is a great addition to any home. Not only do these lights add value and improved livability, but they require very minimal expertise or effort. These lighting systems can […]