The unique nature of stainless steel hardware makes it an ideal choice for hardware used in applications prone to corrosion or abuse such as coastal and high humidity regions, outdoor kitchens, commercial kitchens, commercial projects, public healthcare institutions, medical cleanrooms, or in marine applications such as on boats and yachts. We offer a range of […]
Before you call up a local locksmith or handyman when an issue arises with your lock, see if it’s an easy fix with some simple troubleshooting below. In this article, I’m only going to address keyed entries and deadbolts. Keyed Entries – Come with a deadlocking latch bolt. It’s a latchbolt with a deadlocking plunger. […]
Where It All Began My husband and I are in the process of building a new home in the city after having lived in a farmhouse in the country for quite a few years. The style of our new home leans towards French Provincial, and I’ve been focusing on some key elements that will help […]
Not everyone has the space for an entire wine cellar or even a wine chiller, but almost every kitchen has room for some wine storage and we’re here to help you find the best solution! Bottle Storage We have these beautiful wine storage racks by WineLogic. Depending on the model, they can hold, 12, 18, […]
Floating shelves are magical. I must admit, the first time I saw a floating shelf, I was mesmerized. How in the world was that shelf floating on the wall without any support brackets? Turns out, the idea behind a floating wall shelf is deceptively simple. A U-shaped metal or metal/wood bracket attaches to the wall. […]
The last place I lived, we had a very used breadboard in the kitchen…like, very, very used. It was original to the house, which was built somewhere during the 1950s’. Lucky for me, I work at a hardware store and know just how easy breadboard replacement is. And now you will, too. How to Use […]
Barn doors have applications both as interior and exterior doors. They can be stunning and stylish centerpieces in your home as well as a space saving alternative to traditional swinging, hinged doors. A barn door is typically side mounted to a wall with a sliding door track set, allowing you to slide the door open […]
I frequently speak to customers about a hinge called the Salice Super Hinge. There are many applications for this hinge, but most people use it on 3/8″ lipped doors. If your current cabinet doors have a 3/8″ by 3/8″ stair stepped cutout that runs the perimeter of the inside edge of the door and you […]
Let there be light I say! After 4 years of using the flashlight on my phone to locate something from the pantry in my travel trailer, I added some lighting. I chose to use the Hafele Loox battery operated LED cabinet lights because I didn’t have to drill any holes or do electrical work. The […]
There are several different functions of switchplates available and can be in a variety of configurations. Such options are: Toggle switches, Duplex outlets, Paddle/GFCI, and Cable hole covers. There are single, double, triple, and quadruple versions, as well as combinations. The Switchplates Toggle is the most common switch and is used for many on/off switches, […]